To all prospective purchasers and investors, Mentmore Terrace is now under offer. However, please feel free to contact us for information on works that are currently underway or future projects.

Please call on: 02085109358
or email us at: [email protected]

We have officially been at full height for a little over two weeks now, just wanted to say thanks to the team for all their hard work!

As we come close to placing the final beam at 3 Mentmore Terrace, we are looking forward to holding a traditional Topping Out ceremony to celebrate.

The practice of celebrating Topping Out of a building under construction is an ancient custom originating about 700 A.D. in Europe. It was believed that the success or failure of man’s building venture was usually attributed to the gods he worshipped rather than the skill of the people constructing the building. To appease the gods, a sacrifice would be offered by the builders to exorcise the evil spirits who might have taken up residence in the building’s framework during construction. The sacrifices would range from sheaves of corn, to livestock, or even human sacrifice, depending on the intended use of the building.

Around 700 A.D., the practice in the Scandinavian countries was for all the neighbours to aid in the construction work up to and including the installation of the      building’s ridgepole. When the ridgepole was finally in place, an evergreen tree was attached to it as a signal for the beginning of a completion party. The tree would remain in place until all construction was complete. The mythology in Scandinavia suggests that man might have originated from a tree and the soul of man returns to the tree after death. The tree was thought to bless the building and bring good luck to all.

In the Netherlands and Flanders there is the tradition of “pannenbier” (literally “(roof) tile beer” in Dutch) in which it is tradition to hang out a flag once the highest point of a building is reached. The flag then stays in place until the owner of the building provides (free) beer to the workers, after which the flag is lowered. It is considered greedy if the flag is flown for more than a couple of days.

Another quick post to let you all know that, several of the stylish apartments at Mentmore Terrace are now under offer. They have been flying off the shelves like hot cakes. Nestled in a prime location right besides London Fields, this is to be expected. If you are interested, we suggest you get in quickly before it’s too late.

Viewings should become available again from the weekend of the 27th but are limited due to the fast pace of ongoing works! For more details please contact us at: http://albionhomes.co.uk/contact-us

The second floor concrete pour is nearly finished! After an early start this morning, the team have worked through the blazing heat to keep the project well on target.

Proposed Specifications for 3 Mentmore Terrace, Hackney, E8

What follows is a list of material and products that are to be used in the construction and finishes of 3 Mentmore Terrace. There will be standard materials that are included and other options at further cost. All samples are being kept in the site office and are available for viewing. Also, we can be quite flexible to early buyers on their personal choice of specifications. These are all subject to change and will be agreed at exchange.

Overall Aesthetic

The exterior of the building will be contemporary but with an eye on fitting into the surround urban landscape that is London Fields. It will be clad in Private Grey Corian (Ivory in colour) and fitted with Velfac windows, concrete blocks to the ground floor. The balconies are fully clad in Corian, with glass balustrades with no metal hand rail, which appear to almost disappear into the building. The entrance hall will have high ceilings, a secure bike store, video intercom and lift to all levels (Penthouse will only be accessible via security code). In keeping with the industrial heritage of the area, some flats will feature exposed brickwork/blockwork, coarse concrete columns, bare concrete ceilings and commercial galvanised conduit.

Flooring

Floating hardwood flooring supplied by Hackney Carpet Warehouse: Xylo flooring

http://www.hackneycarpetwarehouse.co.uk/

Currently a choice of three types available as standard

Tiles

Tile choices are comprised of ceramic, porcelain and limestone. These are all being supplied by Tower Ceramics:

http://www.towerceramics.co.uk/

Bathroom Fittings

Complete sanitary ware will be supplied from various suppliers. More information will become available shortly.

Kitchen Appliances

All kitchens will have integrated appliances supplied by Siemens, to include: single or double oven, induction hob, fridge freezer, dishwasher and washer dryer.

List of standard appliance package:

HB43AB550B IQ 300 built-in single multi-function oven

HB13MB521B built-in double hot air oven (where possible)

EH611BA18E touch control induction hob

LB54564GB 55cm built-In canopy hood

KI38VX22GB integrated fridge freezer 70/30 split

SN65E001GB fully integrated dishwasher 60cm

WK14D320GB fully integrated washer dryer 6kg 1400spin

A choice of concrete or granite worktops will be available.  Splash backs will be made of glass with a choice of colours. Samples and examples will be available later in month of July 2013. Kitchen door samples are on show in our office. There are of course choices, but we propose to offer handless doors.

http://www.siemens-home.co.uk/

Storage Cupboards

There will be a number of storage cupboards throughout, including bedrooms and bathrooms. These are on marked on the drawings and we propose to have these constructed using veneered hardwoods from a sustainable source. As the job progresses, we will have large scale drawings showing space for hanging and draws.

Cladding

The exterior cladding for the building is being supplied by Du Pont -Corian cladding a sample can be viewed at our office.

http://www.dupont.co.uk/products-and-services/construction-materials/surface-design-materials/brands/corian-solid-surfaces/uses-and-applications/exterior-cladding-facades.html

Windows

The windows are being supplied by Velfac and are the Helo 200 model. They are sourced from sustainable materials and at the forefront of energy efficiency.

http://www.velfac.co.uk/Projects/VELFAC_200_Helo_windows

Hot Water & Heating

Is being supplied by Genvex Combi 185 system and there will be under floor heating.

http://www.genvex.co.uk/genvexmp1.asp?pid=3436&cid=GENVEXmp1

This document is a guide and all specifications are subject to change.

Offices and Flats Price List

Unit B1.1  

This unit measures in at approximately 760 sq. ft.  It has a ceiling height of fifteen feet, as well as a mezzanine floor over part of the office. It is fully fitted to high specification. This includes bathroom, kitchenette, all floorings, hot water and heating.

Unit B1.2

The larger of the B1 units at approximately 845 sq. ft. The specifications and fit to be the same, but in addition this unit will also have some private outside space to drink your coffee and watch the world go by. Which is, situated at corner of Fortescue Avenue and Mentmore Terrace access by large window /door.

Flat 1.1    1^st Floor 2 Bed

This first floor has a west facing balcony which benefits from the raised levels of the commercial unit below. Purchasers who exchange before the end of September will have a choice of fit out.

Flat 1.2       1^st Floor 1 Bed

This first floor flat will feature exposed brick work and columns. It also has views to both the North and South.

Flat 2.1     2^nd  Floor  2 Bed

This is the largest of all the 2 bed flats and has three balconies facing North, South and West with great views of London Fields and the City. All the finishes and specifications remain the same except for the kitchen which has an island unit .

Flat 2.2     2^nd Floor 1 Bed

One of the largest one beds, this flat has same specification as rest of flats but has balconies to South and North with great views.

Flat 3.1       2^nd Floor 2 Bed

The same specifications and finishes as the other two beds. This one however, has the best views .

Flat 3.2    3^rd   Floor 1 bed

This is one of the largest one bed flats and benefits from the best  views.

Penthouse Flat 4

This has the same specifications and finishes but increased choices.  Features include an en-suite bathroom, dressing room, terrace and balcony. The layout of the kitchen and bathrooms could be altered, if exchanged before September.

This document is a guide and all prices are subject to change.

Images for this weeks concrete pours. We have now nearly completed the columns on the first floor and will be pouring the second floor slab next week.

Two images of the ground and first floor, just prior to the first floor concrete pour.