Simply Abu Dhabi XXXVI

1 4 7 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I Andrew Dunn and Alex Michelin, co-founders, Finchatton remarked, "Our vision for Twenty Grosvenor Square was to deliver a lifestyle which transcends any other residential scheme in London. Passionate about craftsmanship, architecture and great design we wanted to deliver a building with exceptional amenities and the highest level of service in the very heart of London's most desirable postcode." Acting exclusively for the residents of Twenty Grosvenor Square a designated Four Seasons Director of Residences provides concierge contacts, from the world's leading personal trainers and internationally renowned nutritionists to top executive chefs, all with the aim of enhancing the day-to-day life of residents. Grosvenor Square itself has been home to Royalty, Prime Ministers, actors, musicians and artists, not to mention been featured in literary masterpieces from Austen, Dickens and Wilde. Masterful architectural detailing, both inside and out, acknowledges the history and character of the building. Twenty Grosvenor Square, has been lovingly created behind the retained historical facade of Grosvenor Square – which has been extended with a contemporary stepped mansard – a new facade on North Audley Street drawing from the rich history and context of the area. Henry Squire, Partner at Squire &Partners, says: "Timeless architecture is understanding that a building is part of an evolutionary process that connects the past and future in the present. For Twenty Grosvenor Square, the past and future are connected with the creation of a new facade intertwined with a retained facade, through contemporary use of traditional materials, reinterpreting classical proportions and details in a modern way and using current day technologies to re-imagine ancient craft." With an emphasis on traditional craftsmanship and exquisite finishes Twenty Grosvenor Square sees unrivalled excellence in choice of materials and interior furnishings, too. Vast windows flood the rooms with natural light, while voluminous proportions and meticulously considered layouts create spaces that are grand and yet utterly warm and welcoming. From Italian book-matched marble and Tai Ping silk rugs to Loro Piana cashmere wall panels and De Gournay hand-painted silk wallpaper, the Finchatton design team has travelled the world to source materials and meet suppliers. Further works have also been commissioned from the likes of cutting-edge Czech manufacturer LASVIT and British leather-etching artist Mark Evans.