19 Bolsover Street
Fitzrovia, London
Fitzrovia, London, W1W 5NA, UK
A handsome Edwardian edifice—once the offices of eminent department store John Lewis—has been spun into just 17 elegant residences situated in the thick of central London culture. Those of an insatiably cosmopolitan disposition will relish gazing out of the sash windows onto the bustling Fitzrovia streets below and, when the mood strikes, stepping out to revel in the abundance of bars, restaurants, theaters, and galleries on the doorstep. While the innately “classic London” spirit of these townhomes burns bright, 19 Bolsover Street’s residences are also imbued with a refreshing and vigorous energy—think fresh interiors and private alfresco spaces—that will sate the appetite of today’s London socialite.
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www.19bolsoverstreet.comAbout 19 Bolsover Street
“As a period building, it couldn’t be more suited to apartments,” says Toby Flanagan of TF Architecture, who envisaged the transformation of 19 Bolsover Street. The most delicate of touches ensure that the building retains all the urbane grandeur it had when constructed in 1918: its red brick facade, proscenium-arched entrance, cast-iron railings, and sash windows. But additional flourishes—including balconies and terraces—make the utmost of this prime location, ushering the sights of central London into each residence while providing spaces for sanctuary. Crowning it all is a contemporary, steel-framed penthouse—sweeping across the entire fifth floor and creating a new layer of luxury on this historic block.
Fitzrovia occupies an enviable spot in the thrilling core of London, a touch north of Oxford Street, which is celebrated for its illustrious shops, including Selfridges. The neighborhood bristles with excellent eateries (like the exquisite Berners Tavern), traditional British pubs (including the Fitzroy Tavern, after which the area might well be named), and quirky heritage spots like Pollock’s Toy Museum and the Cartoon Museum. Though lined with handsome Georgian townhouses, Fitzrovia’s best-known architectural landmark is the 1960s BT Tower, a towering sci-fi beacon that’s come to be one of the symbols of the London skyscape. The theaters of the West End and the glittering nightlife of Soho are within breezy walking distance, as are London Underground stations at Goodge Street, Warren Street, and Great Portland Street.
Laura Hammett has created elegant interiors for 5th Avenue penthouses, Swiss lake houses, and private jets. With each of 19 Bolsover’s 17 residences (ranging from 520 square feet to 2,500 square feet), the interior designer incorporates bold geometric forms—from carpets to lighting—lending a dynamic, urbane touch. A palette of creams, greys, and golds furthers the refreshing, luxe vibe, offset by the dark woods of the kitchen cabinetry and the oak flooring of the hallways and reception room. Though sleek and open-aspect, each residence accentuates the building’s century-old history with touches such as subtle strip lighting to highlight the cornices.
Every residence boasts a metal or glass-fronted balcony from which to watch London go by, while select residences also feature a terrace. A round-the-clock concierge is also on hand for dedicated comfort and security. Most of 19 Bolsover Street’s amenities, though, lie in the immediate vicinity—from luxe fitness center Club 51 to the opulent Victorian Reading Room of the British Museum.