Dandara unveils show home in Royal Tunbridge Wells designed for post pandemic living

Designed by leading studio Abode, the open plan design and large windows allows the living space to be illuminated by natural light, a particularly sought after asset since lockdown, creating a spacious and welcoming ambience.* The subtle grey colour palette used throughout the home contrasts with the warm earthy tones of rust orange to add depth and personality.

Jeremy Cooper, Design Manager at Abode, commented: “Given the current climate, we adapted our process and thinking to consider the impact of the pandemic on how people live, particularly by including a work from home area in the second bedroom, whilst still dressing the space with a full-sized single day-bed to ensure we displayed the scale of the room.”

 “We wanted the apartment to feel elegant and opulent in style to appeal to professionals, which I think we achieved. One of my favourite features is the modular angled sofa, which works as a stylish central feature in the open plan living and dining area, it really opens up the space and will allow people to flow around – especially when people can finally entertain guests in their own homes again.”

Fiona Hodges, Owner of Dandy Design, comments “The location at Novo and of course the amazing architecture, with floor to ceiling windows in the lounge and main bedroom which envelops natural light into the house, inspired us to create a bright calming tactile interior in the show home - not forgetting to add a sprinkle of fun!”

“Our aim was to create an appealing and comfortable interior, inviting homebuyers to want to come inside and sit down. At the same time, by injecting colour and splashes of fun into each room I think we definitely achieved a home to be enjoyed by the whole family.”

When completed, residents will benefit from a purpose-designed outdoor cultural space, where they can come together to enjoy events. Residents will also be able to enjoy a range of top-class facilities including a stylish resident’s reception, concierge service, landscaped courtyard gardens, underground parking, sizeable balconies or terraces, and a separate indoor communal space that can be used to host parties when life returns to normal.

As a vibrant cultural centre, The Pantiles is an ideal place to be to make the most of post-pandemic living, hosting Jazz and Soul Nights and other social events throughout the year. Once lockdown restrictions lift, there are a selection of superb and diverse restaurants to choose from within walking distance including La Casa Vecchia, The Eating House and Kirthon.  

Louise Norman, Sales & Marketing Director at Dandara South East, comments: “1887 The Pantiles offers flexible living in a culturally thriving and convenient location ideal for life post-lockdown. The apartments can be easily adapted to suit any lifestyle which we’ve seen with our current residents coming from a range of backgrounds, however recent interest has predominantly been from young professionals looking to take advantage of the new Help to Buy scheme.”

 “We really want to encourage anyone interested in the development to view the show home virtually, it will give potential buyers the perfect opportunity to see what life at The Pantiles is like in a Covid-secure manner.”

Under the new Help to Buy scheme, first time buyers are able to purchase a new home with just a 5% deposit and a 75% mortgage. The remaining 20% is funded by an equity loan, interest-free for the first five years and repayable on the sale on the home.

Excellent transport links are available, with Tunbridge Wells station just a five-minute walk away offering frequent services to London in less than an hour and easy journeys across Kent and Sussex. The Tunbridge Wells region is home to some of the most scenic walking routes in Kent with several accessible from the town itself into the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - a perfect way to enjoy post-lockdown freedom with a group of friends.

A selection of one, two and three bedroom apartments are currently available at 1887 The Pantiles with prices starting from £299,500. 

* https://www.sunbell.it/en/2020/11/12/natural-light-lockdown/