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L ondon is renowned for its characterful and charming neighbourhoods which offer unique architecture and design. One of the most sought-after of these destinations is Chelsea, a London village which offers modern, contemporary architecture stitched in with stunning heritage buildings. Bordered to the south by the River Thames, Chelsea offers a collection of some of the most beautiful and exclusive properties in London with a mix of terraces, detached homes, period mansion blocks and modern new apartments. As well as high quality architecture, Chelsea’s appeal is rooted in its thriving culture. At the heart of Chelsea is the King’s Road comprising an eclectic mix of boutiques, designer stores and high street staples complemented by the nearby prestigious Sloane Street which is home to Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford and Christian Dior among others. Chelsea has a vast selection of international gastronomy too, with a number of Michelin-starred Àne dining restaurants including Gordan Ramsay, Elystan St, Five Fields and Vineet Bhatia as well as neighbourhood bistros such as Claude Bosi at Bibendium, Daphne’s and The Ivy Chelsea Garden. Alongside the collection of high-quality shops and restaurants, Chelsea offers a range of exceptional cultural attractions including the renowned contemporary art gallery the Saatchi Gallery, London’s oldest botanical garden at Chelsea Physic Garden which dates back to 1673 and the historic venue of Cadogan Hall. Royal Hospital Chelsea, designed by Sir Christopher Wren, architect of St Paul’s Cathedral, is a 300-year old foundation which is home to retired soldiers and in May every year the grounds are transformed for The Chelsea Flower Show, one of the most celebrated gardening events of the year. Towards the south of Chelsea is the Design Centre Chelsea Harbour, the well-established premier destination for design excellence which is home to 120 showrooms and over 600 of the world’s most prestigious luxury brands. Moments from the heart of West London’s prestigious design, lifestyle and cultural quarter is Chelsea Creek, a luxury residential neighbourhood which is the ideal place to settle and enjoy a unique waterside lifestyle in Central London. Designed by award-winning architectural practice Squire & Partners, Chelsea Creek offers European-style waterways, inspired by Amsterdam and Copenhagen, with bright contemporary apartments overlooking restful canals and tree-lined promenades. Open public space makes up half of the development, with landscaped gardens, lawns and richly planted beds offering places to sit and unwind, complete with the meandering waterways, making it perfect for a serene afternoon stroll, to create a refreshingly unique urban lifestyle. The latest new home for sale at Chelsea Creek is The Effra, a three-bedroom duplex penthouse which offers opulent, open plan interiors with spacious outdoor terraces, providing the perfect place to relax, entertain or simply enjoy the views across London. 1 6 7 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I