Contemporary Apartment in Lincoln Square, London

Some homes just put you at ease from the first step inside. This four bedroom penthouse apartment at Lincoln Square in London actually did that to me. I stood in the entry for a second and kind of let it sink in. There is something about how the stone, the big windows and that mix of old and new just feels right. You get these tall, almost grand, columns that remind you this spot is part of London's old heart. Out the window you can pick out the Royal Courts of Justice and right across the way is the LSE. So, you have this real connection to London without any of the noise or rush right under your feet.

You walk into this place and honestly you will notice that the light just seems to pour in. The designers went all in on floor to ceiling glass and it works. I found myself just standing by the balcony for a bit looking out over the city. Those quiet moments never feel forced here. The living room, dining area and kitchen are all open to one another. I know people talk about open plan living but here it's more about everyone being able to drift through the rooms without bumping into each other or feeling boxed in. If you like to cook, the kitchen actually feels like you might spend a Sunday morning making pancakes with the sunlight trailing in from the balcony doors. Real stone tops, timber cupboards that still smell just a little of the wood, and not a scratch of anything stuffy or boring. Everything is set up for actual living.

All four bedrooms feel different in their own way. The principal suite especially is one of those places you walk into and kind of let your shoulders drop a little. There is this soft wool carpet under your toes and just enough wall space for art or shelves without feeling crowded. I kept thinking how easy it would be to sleep late in here with the curtains drawn and the city pretty much in the distance. The other bedrooms are just as inviting, plenty of space for family, friends, or even a home office if you like some quiet. The bathrooms, by the way, keep the same idea going with smooth stone and simple, warm lights above the mirrors. You do not see any of the usual hotel fuss here, just practical, comfortable spaces.

The building really surprised me with how much it offers that you just do not get everywhere in London. There is a proper residents' lounge where you genuinely might meet your neighbours over a cup of coffee or a quick chat on a Monday morning. The library is one of those spaces you could actually settle in with a book for an hour and forget your phone for a bit. Private dining rooms are set up for small gatherings or even just a quiet dinner with a few friends. There are also some fun corners like a club room and games rooms, good for those days you want to do something different without leaving the building. The courtyard garden downstairs is quiet and kept nicely, a bit of green where you will sometimes see folks reading or just sitting with a takeaway coffee.

Fitness and well being is pretty sorted too. There is a lap pool kept at just the right temperature plus a sauna and treatment rooms. Honestly, after a long day out in the city, it is a bit of a luxury to have that just downstairs. The cinemas are an unexpected touch. You really can kick back with a film and not have to trek into town or worry about crowds. And the best thing is, Lincoln Square puts you right in that Central London pocket where everything is close. If you fancy a walk, you are minutes from Covent Garden, the river, or even St Paul's if the mood takes you. You will always find a quiet cafe or a lunch spot, even when the city is busy.

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