2 rooms flat of 84m² in London

South Kensington’s streets have a certain poise, and stucco-fronted Queen’s Gate Gardens captures it effortlessly. Within a grand townhouse, architect Andrea Cincotta has introduced a quietly contemporary sensibility – a thoughtful counter to the building’s classic facade. On the second floor – accessible by lift – a recent refurbishment elevates a pared-back, two-bedroom layout. The reception room is calm and confident in its simplicity: A pristine sweep of white anchored by a Romeo Rega sofa. There’s space to shape the room to your routine, whether that’s a dining set-up or a well-placed desk for homeworking. From here, a glass door opens onto steps that descend to the south-east-facing roof terrace. The separate Zanussi kitchen keeps things streamlined: Clean lines, sleek surfaces and integrated appliances. The principal bedroom follows suit with a soothing aesthetic of neutral walls and wooden floors. A dedicated dressing room adds functionality, while the en suite bathroom brings together a rainfall shower and floating vanity with storage space. The second bedroom is served by a spacious family bathroom, complete with a bathtub. Just a short walk away from Exhibition Road, Queen’s Gate Gardens is poised to enjoy the capital’s best museums and culture. Coveted local restaurants such as Wild Tavern, Le Petit Beefbar and Zuma are perfect for get-togethers after a stroll around Hyde Park, with its sprawling lawns and outdoor lido. For a day of shopping, there’s Kensington High Street to the north, Chelsea’s iconic Kings Road to the south and the upmarket department stores of Knightsbridge to the east – followed by a performance closer to home at The Royal Albert Hall. Head to coveted haunt the Troubadour for an evening of live music, followed by a cocktail at one of London’s best speakeasies, Evans & Peel Detective Agency. Gloucester Road - 4 mins (Circle & District, Piccadilly) South Kensington - 9 mins (Circle & District, Piccadilly)