_Knight Frank launches unique self-build project in Hertfordshire
The fully consented scheme offers potential purchasers the opportunity to build a 12,500 sq. ft. luxury home, which once complete is expected to have value of £6m.
The house, named Arcane, has been conceptualised by leading architect Gianmaria Givanni of Studio Givanni, whose previous experience includes roles at SimpsonHaugh and Partners and Rogers Stirk Harbour.
Situated discreetly in the tranquil Outer Loudwater Conservation area, Arcane is envisioned to feature the highest levels of security and privacy, with a double-gated private driveway, facial recognition system and hidden entrance.
The proposed home includes world-class features including a car lift, virtual reality room, swimming pool, gym, wellbeing room, wine cellar, bar and entertainment room and three kitchens to include a prep kitchen and chefs kitchen with dumbwaiter lift directly into the dining room.
Accommodation is arranged over three floors accessed via the sculptural central stairs or personal elevator, with the main entertainment space situated on the lower ground floor, the living space on the ground and five bedrooms spread across the first floor, with an exceptional master bathroom and study on a stunning mezzanine level.
The design incorporates a series of double and triple height spaces which along with the exposed vaulted ceilings, brings an unparalleled sense of scale and grandeur with ceiling heights up to 12m/39ft at the highest point.
Landscaped gardens surround the property, including a kitchen terrace, two substantial patios for dining and entertaining, plus lawned areas for relaxing in the secluded grounds.
Shane Aherne, Co-Founder of EDIT Residential commented, “We challenged our design team to create one of the most impressive homes in North London and the Home Counties which we believe Arcane delivered.
“Set in the outer Loudwater conservation area, Arcane is sensitive to the local vernacular whilst creating a truly unique contemporary home, where every aspect of the design and layout has been carefully considered.
“A house of this calibre coming to the market is a rare opportunity that allows the purchaser to finalise the internal layouts and personalise finishes to create their dream home.”
Arcane is located within easy reach of London by both road and rail. Rickmansworth to London Marylebone on the Chiltern Line takes 25 minutes, and the Metropolitan Line Service via Baker Street and Aldgate provides quick access into Central London. Being within close proximity to junction 18 of the M25, Heathrow airport is only 14 miles away.
The development opportunity is also located within easy reach of some outstanding schools, including the Royal Masonic School, Merchant Taylors, Yorke House and Watford Grammar.
Neil Haynes, Residential Development Partner at Knight Frank commented, “Arcane offers the purchaser the opportunity to build a totally unique property, with features we rarely see in the market.
“We expect the property to attract strong interest from the sporting and media world, with footballers and other sports professionals being drawn to the Arcane’s seclusion, security and world-class design.”
Gianmaria Givanni, Architect commented, “Good design has the ability to completely change and transform our lives. Arcane has been created with a belief in this vision. The quality of the spaces and how they are connected has been central to the design.
“Arcane will provide large flexible internal volumes, connected to the unique natural landscape which surrounds the site, creating light filled, well balanced living spaces which will have a distinct quality of their own.”
Knight Frank is guiding offers in excess of £2.5m for the development site. View the full listing here.
For further information, please contact:
Mary Worrall, Residential Development PR Manager, +44 (0)20 7861 5468 mary.worrall@knightfrank.com