Newfoundland, a prestigious new addition to the Capital’s skyline and a landmark building for Vertus, Canary Wharf Group’s residential rental arm, has completed and is welcoming its first residents. Designed by award-winning London architecture firm, Horden Cherry Lee (HCL), Newfoundland, is an architectural and engineering masterpiece, clearly distinguished by its unique diagrid structural design.
The opening of Newfoundland, the tallest build-to-rent (BtR) scheme in the UK, marks a watershed moment for the sector – which is going from strength to strength – as the scheme offers an unmatched lifestyle experience for tenants across the Capital and boasts some of the best views in London. As noted in Savills 2021 Q1 BtR market report[1], tenants are looking for apartments with convenience in a vibrant location and Newfoundland hits all of those requirements and more.
Alastair Mullens, Managing Director – Vertus comments, “The opening of Newfoundland marks a really exciting milestone in the evolution of the Canary Wharf estate, which many people now call home, making it a truly sustainable 24/7 city. Newfoundland offers a truly unmatched rental lifestyle.
“Tenants can expect first-class Vertus Plus amenity spaces, designed by Johnson Naylor and dressed by David Phillips. To complement these exceptional spaces, Newfoundland boasts the best uninterrupted views east, over Canary Wharf and the Docklands, or west towards the City and the rest of London. They really are incomparable.”
Billie Lee, Director at HCL comments, “As the UK’s tallest BtR scheme it has been a brilliant opportunity to work on the design of Newfoundland. It’s unique diagrid or diamond shaped façade, that frames the building beautifully, stands out amongst the commercial offices of Canary Wharf and earns its place in London’s list of outstanding landmark buildings.”
The scheme has been designed with sustainability in mind. Newfoundland’s sustainable features include saving over 8,000kg of Co2 emissions through the installation of PV solar panels on the roof, which is the equivalent of saving 768 gallons of diesel. The roof also features a variety of different species of wildflowers that contribute to the overall biodiversity on the Canary Wharf estate which includes five types of bats and birds such as tufted ducks, Mallards and Terns.
Rising 58 storeys above the River Thames, Newfoundland comprises 636 stylish apartments ranging in size from studios to three-bedrooms. The spacious apartment interiors have been beautifully designed by Johnson Naylor and show apartments dressed by award winning Angel O’Donnell. Apartments feature light, open plan living and high-specification appliances. They also boast floor to ceiling windows and Juliet balconies offering jaw dropping views that are bound to impress. David Phillips have furnished the apartments and residents have the option of painting the walls to make the place really feel like home.
What sets Newfoundland apart as the pinnacle of the BtR sector, is its stunning Vertus Plus amenity spaces, which span 13,000 sq. ft. Residents enjoy access to a stylish, yet cosy residents’ lounge area which features automatic wine dispensers, coffee machines and games such as a shuffleboard. There is also a private rentable dining space, the perfect place to entertain friends and family, fitness studios which offer virtual classes and a sizeable gym. Completing the Vertus Plus amenities is a tranquil terrace garden that looks out across the River Thames and includes a separate children’s play area and games room which has been dressed by Angel O’Donnell.
Additionally, towards the end of the year, award-winning M Restaurant will open their first restaurant in Canary Wharf, on the first floor of Newfoundland. Residents will benefit from having some of the finest dining the Estate has to offer within their building, providing another elevated experience to the rental offering available with Vertus.
The studio to three-bedroom apartments at the UK’s tallest BtR scheme, Newfoundland, are available to rent now. Show apartments are available to view socially distanced, bookings are required. Prices start from £1,928pcm and for more information visit www.thisisvertus.com or contact leasing@thisisvertus.com
[1] Savills, April 2021, UK Build to Rent Market Update – Q1 2021, www.savills.co.uk.
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About Vertus
Vertus is part of the Canary Wharf Group. Over the last 30 years the Group has serviced the world’s blue-chip corporate and retail tenants whilst undertaking the design, construction and management of the ever-growing Estate.
Canary Wharf Group has built this reputation by providing exceptional service through estate management, building management, public space management and security.
Canary Wharf’s new district, Wood Wharf, will provide up to 3,600 new homes, 2m sq ft of office space, 350,000 sq ft of retail and leisure space and over nine acres of public spaces, squares and parks. There will also be a GP surgery and a two-form primary school for 420 children.
Vertus will manage all aspects of the build-to-rent developments on the Estate. The Vertus portfolio currently consists of three buildings, totalling 1,137 build-to-rent residential apartments.
Vertus will manage the residential leasing and management of the buildings and the individual apartments. Vertus will be dedicated to meeting the needs of their customers and residents by providing a superlative service, 24 hours a day and 365 days per year.
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About Canary Wharf Group:
Canary Wharf Group (CWG) is the developer of the largest urban regeneration project in Europe. CWG develops, manages and currently owns interests in approximately 7.5 million square feet of office space, 0.9 million square feet of retail and over 500 Build to Rent apartments.
CWG is the largest sustainable developer in the UK with over 10 million square feet of sustainable certified buildings. CWG also excels operationally having purchased 100% electricity from renewable sources since 2012 and zero waste to landfill since 2009.
CWG has created a 24/7 city where people can live/work/play on the Canary Wharf estate and enjoy all the benefits: great transport links, access to green spaces and waterside living; and a wide range of amenities including an award-winning arts and events programme.
Canary Wharf’s retail offering comprises over 300 shops, including grocery stores, pharmacies, health clubs, bars and restaurants, all within 15 minutes’ walk.
The Company’s current £2.4bn construction activity is composed of 500k square feet of commercial properties and over 1,750 new homes for sale and rent.
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