You Can Now Live Inside The Former Central Saint Martins School Of Art

Heritage homes are hot commodities in the capital, and this apartment is particularly unique: it’s the crowning jewel of what previously served as the Central Saint Martins School Of Art.

The Penthouse In The Former Central Saint Martins School Of Art Is Up For Sale

Becky Fatemi, Executive Partner of Sotheby’s International Realty UK

From Battersea Power Station to the Old War Office, London’s elite are spoilt for choice when it comes to living inside landmarks – but if you want to claim a slice of a fashion landmark, there’s no better place than an apartment within the former Central Saint Martins School of Art. 

Becky Fatemi, Executive Partner of Sotheby’s International Realty UK

Established in 1854, Central Saint Martins quickly became London’s creative hub; some of its most famous alumni include Alexander McQueen, John Galliano and Stella McCartney, and it even played host to the Sex Pistols’ debut gig in 1975. After the school relocated to King’s Cross in 2011, the original building was transformed into 13 apartments: the Saint Martins Lofts.

Becky Fatemi, Executive Partner of Sotheby’s International Realty UK

The apartments themselves sit above the iconic Foyles bookshop – and their crowning jewel is a spectacular penthouse, which has just hit the market for £6.95 million. Inside, you’ll find a vast kitchen/living area and three bedroom suites, alongside a sprawling terrace commanding panoramic views of the London skyline.

Becky Fatemi, Executive Partner of Sotheby’s International Realty UK

As you might expect from a home with such impressive links to fashion and design, the penthouse boasts breathtaking interiors: think dramatic open-plan spaces with soaring ceilings and enormous windows. The kitchen is complete with a huge breakfast bar and sleek marble splashbacks, while the living space features two sets of French doors opening onto the terrace.

In the principal suite, meanwhile, you’ll spot a luxurious bathroom and a walk-in wardrobe showcasing bespoke cabinetry. It’s loft-style living in the heart of London – just moments away from Leicester Square, in fact…

Available through Becky Fatemi, Executive Partner of Sotheby’s International Realty UK. For more information, visit sothebysrealty.co.uk