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in the frame for a spectacular new Docklands residence and a new London icon.

The fine art of waterfront living, a masterpiece of light, line and space.

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part of the bigger pictureThe curtain is being raised on one of the most dynamic residentialdevelopments of the 21st century. Docklands’ newest star attractionis more than just an apartment complex. This is a beautifullyconceived future classic, created with exquisite attention to detailand quality. Baltimore is a luxury lifestyle universe: a variety of picture-perfect contemporary home designs, from the ultimatepied à terre to a double-height duplex, set around a perfectlylandscaped boulevard of clean lines and reflections within a sweeping curve of the Thames. Baltimore’s facilities include the most ambitious and radical urban gym and leisure facility ever

conceived for a private residence in Europe, and a much soughtafter facility, its own Montessori Nursery. Be anywhere else youneed to be with flawless, express connections to Canary Wharf, the West End, Paris and New York. This is the new heart of the city,refracted through the lens of cutting-edge contemporary designand impeccable construction, with a dramatic seven-storeyarchitectural aperture on the banks of one of the city’s mosthistoric docks. Exciting, inspiring and serene, a home at Baltimore is the perfect investment and utmost convenience… everything and anything you want it to be.


at the heartCanary Wharf: London’s most iconic financialdistrict and one of the world’s most influentialbusiness development zones. Continually growing,upwards and outwards… faster, higher, alwaysamazing… a striking skyline of ambition andinvestment, the towering architecture of success,canyons of slick geometrical glass and steel, a spectacular new metropolis.

at the heartCanary Wharf: London’s most iconicfinancial district and one of the world’smost influential business developmentzones. Continually growing, upwards and outwards… faster, higher, alwaysamazing… a striking skyline of ambition andinvestment, the towering architecture ofsuccess, canyons of slick geometrical glassand steel, a spectacular new metropolis.

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at the heart

Canary Wharf: London’s most iconic financial

district and one of the world’s most influential

business development zones. Continually growing,

upwards and outwards… faster, higher, always

amazing… a striking skyline of ambition and

investment, the towering architecture of success,

canyons of slick geometrical glass and steel,

a spectacular new metropolis.

at the heartCanary Wharf: London’s most iconicfinancial district and one of the world’smost influential business developmentzones. Continually growing, upwards and outwards… faster, higher, alwaysamazing… a striking skyline of ambition andinvestment, the towering architecture ofsuccess, canyons of slick geometrical glassand steel, a spectacular new metropolis.


in extreme close upThe luxury of Docklands living: E14 is now the wealthiest postcodein the country. No other area in London has the same dynamic andprogressive live/work balance, and nowhere else has such smoothand efficient transport links. Over 100,000 people work here, for someof the world’s most powerful companies including Barclays, CreditSuisse, HSBC and Citigroup. The shopping in Canary Wharf –including premier department stores as well as branches of Bang & Olufsen, Space NK and Jo Malone – eclipses many other areas

in the capital for exclusivity and convenience. Its foodie reputationgrows and grows, with the first branch of Jamie Oliver’s ‘Jamie’sItalian’, D&D’s spectacular Saarinen-furnished Plateau and an outpost of the chic contemporary Japanese, Roka. The nearbyO2 Arena is now the important arts stadium in the capital – host to the likes of Prince and Madonna. With over 200 restaurants,bars and boutiques, London’s most celebrated style and cultureenterprises continue to move east – the future is here and now.


dazzledBaltimore Wharf has magnificent architecturalpedigree. Skidmore, Owings and Merrill areamong the most ambitious and accomplishedarchitects of the past 100 years. Their previousbuildings include Sears Tower in Chicago and the Lever House building in Manhattan – the most elegant, perfect skyscraper everconstructed. Next on the agenda for SOM, the most famous building in the world: New York’s Freedom Tower.

Baltimore is an iconic, ingenious residentialmasterpiece – a harmonious blend of differenttextures and styles, from classic brick to futuristquartz. SOM’s design juxtaposes the low riselinear components with a stunning cylindricalhigh-rise tower, that twists around its own axis;a shifting, hypnotic, rhythmical crystal, light andsteel hourglass structure. Floor to ceiling glass-fronted apartments are structured around theAvenue, an expansive modern interpretation ofthe European boulevard: a serene inner spacebalanced by angular landscaping, with a line ofsculptural black monoliths turned into liquidmirrors by a surface of constantly cascadingwater. Baltimore’s central boulevard, overlookedby private glass-walled balconies, stems from a seven-storey portal by the docks, a dramatic,geometric aperture with a constellation of starsfrom the northern skies glowing within its roof.


individualThis is modern living reconceptualised, redesigned and perfected, offering infinite possibilities for the most discerning and demandingurban professionals. Baltimore is a frame and blank canvas for anykind of portrait that you want to create. Open a bottle of Cloudy Bayand relax on a glass balcony overlooking the dock and skyscrapers ofCanary Wharf. Host a dinner in your double-height duplex on the

ground floor of the Avenue, with its floor to ceiling windows andgalleried bedrooms. Personalise regular business trips to the capitalwith a state-of-the-art studio base, complete with ergonomic,foldaway facilities. From a pied à terre to a penthouse, this is Docklands’ most flexible high-end residential opportunity –exquisitely tailored, always a perfect fit.


in total balanceYour new home isn’t just in the centre of the most exciting andinspiring part of the capital, it’s the new focal point of it. With thehigh gloss of retail, dining and the most stylish and cutting edgeleisure facilities in the capital all designed into the development, anapartment at Baltimore is a destination in its own right. Few homesin London have such a dynamic array of possibilities, designed to combine total peace and privacy with the buzz of fashion, foodand nightlife. Go to work, work out, stay out, stay home, sleep tight – this is London life at its most fantastic, thrilling and luxurious.


inspiredBreaking with convention and throwing away rule books is embedded in Ballymore’s DNA. Just look at the soaring elegance of Pan Peninsula’stwo towers and sharply focused Ontario Tower and you’ll understandthat. Both developments have now become established as essentialingredients of the Docklands skyline.

And Docklands is the home of the high rise, where the buildings compete to out dazzle each other as they reach for the sky. So where better forBallymore to raise the bar again in the high rise stakes than at Baltimore.

Here to punctuate the low and mid rise elements of the development andadd a visual anchor to the form, Ballymore have planned a jaw droppingfocal point. A stunning forty seven storey cylindrical tower that appears to defy gravity by twisting a helix coil around its axis. A hypnoticshifting crystal of glass that’s destined to be a new London landmarkand potential Sterling prize winner.


refreshed, energised, entertainedThe Club at Baltimore accelerates the concept of the leisurecentre far, far into the future, taking its cues from the way you livenow and what you want next. Gear up for a dramatically different,adrenalin-charged, high-decibel 21st century take on ‘the gym’ and‘the pool’ which blurs the line between socialising and exercising.This is the shape of things to come, a dramatic, contemporaryflourish of rough concrete, calm water and pure energy.

As well as state-of-the-art machinery and industrial-chic styling, The Club has all the facilities of the most exclusive and lavishstylish private member’s clubs – a bar, private cinema withsurround sound, high definition digital projection and plushreclining seating, interactive gaming room, pool tables, wet areas, a sauna, cardio suite, hydrotherapy suite, solarium. The Club at Baltimore sets a whole new pace for leisure facility design.

In line with the companies policy to provide excellenceof management at all its developments, Ballymore arecurrently negotiating with two cutting edge partner/operators for the running of the Baltimore Club. Onceappointed a review of the current design will beundertaken to ensure the facilities offered meet with the strict brand criteria of the chosen operator, and to accommodate future leisure trends and requirements.


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All roads lead to Baltimore: it’s impossible to find anywhere else in London so well-connected. Crossharbour DLR station is adjacent to the development while Canary Wharf is 10 minutes’walk, or three stops, away. The West End is 15 minutes from yourfront door. Riverboat services ferry you at speed to the City andEmbankment. Baltimore is 10 minutes from London City airport,with a 15 minute check-in for flights to 28 European cities andnow New York City. The Eurostar terminal at nearby Stratford,home of the 2012 Olympic Games puts you less than two hoursaway from the centre of Paris. Crossrail, linking East and WestLondon, is scheduled to open in 2017. The world is on your doorstep.


uniqueThe styles of apartment at Baltimore make up a vivid, luminescentspectrum, from studios to penthouses. Each is defined by exquisiteattention to detail, quality of materials and a sense of light andfunction that has distinguished decades of Ballymore developments.Form enhances function with a holistic, contemporary yet timelessapproach to design. These are spaces for modern living adaptable

to whoever you are and whatever you need. Ballymore create homeswith meticulous attention to the dynamics of home life, from floor to ceiling glass to the blueprints for kitchens and bathrooms –everything is where you want it to be. Every material is chosen fordurability, strength and integrity as well as style. This is intelligentdesign at its most impressive.


The Suites at Baltimore Wharf offer all of the convenience of a onebedroom apartment in a honed, more functional space. This is afine edit of contemporary domesticity. Storage and sleeping areasare ingeniously built-in with a fluidity of use: modular fold outbeds transform into dining tables while lacquered bespoke joineryforges distinct living areas. All suites feature state-of-the-art openplan kitchens and high specification shower rooms.


The one bedroom apartments at the development are amongstthe largest of their kind in the city, with generous balconiespunctuating the smooth lines of Baltimore’s striking architecture.Choose from Avenue or waterfront views of Canary Wharf. Floor toceiling windows flood the living and kitchen spaces with light,opening the spaces outwards, maximising spatial qualities.


The two-bedroom apartments at Baltimore Wharf range from 770 sq ft homes to vast 1050 sq ft spaces. Each comes with a choice of layout and view from glass-surrounded balconies aswell as floor to ceiling windows, state-of-the-art open plan fittedkitchens and large en-suite bathrooms with the most modern of fixtures and fittings.


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Baltimore’s duplex apartments are effectively the grand houses of the centralavenue – running along the ground floor level, overlooking the sharplandscaping and the granite water features. These are dramatic, inspiringspaces, with soaring, 15 ft-high ceilings, double-height front windows thatilluminate the interior, and galleried bedrooms overlooking the living space.


Everything pristine and everything in its right place: all of the kitchens at Baltimore are fitted to the highestpossible specifications, with chrome flooring, mirrored glasssplashbacks, chrome mixer taps, concealed lighting and fully

integrated state-of-the-art appliances. Surfaces gleam withaluminium and lacquer finishing. From making a morning latteto crafting with ingredients for the most complex of dinnerparties, function is all. This is the modern kitchen as fine art.


Crisp white ceramic, polished marble and sleek mirroring create a luxurious bathroom experience in every apartment. Whether it’s a swift pre-work shower or a chilled-out evening soak, Baltimore’ssleek bathrooms are warm, enticing spaces to relax and revitalize.

The inventive and efficient use of space and light means that thebathroom is the perfect place to relax and wash away the trialsof the day. Or get ready for a night out.


Main structureReinforced concrete frame with piled foundations.

Building envelopeExternal cladding combines pre-fabricated glazed curtainwalling with metal insulated panels and pre-cast stonepanels and brickwork.

RoofHigh-performance membrane roofing overlaid with accessdecking or landscaping where appropriate.

WindowsDouble-glazed windows, double-glazed doors to balconiesand terraces where appropriate.

StairsIn situ or pre-cast stairs with steel balustrades.

WallsParty walls constructed from steel studwork finished bothsides with two layers of plasterboard and acoustic insulationbetween, or structural concrete faced with single-layerplasterboard both sides. Internal walls constructed fromsteel studwork with one layer of plasterboard each side and insulation where appropriate.

BalconiesWhere applicable, balconies constructed with glassbalustrading and metal handrails.

CeilingsPlaster or plasterboard ceilings where appropriate.

FlooringStudio suites – Technical stone in living area, stone in shower rooms.

One and two bedroom apartments – engineered wood stripflooring to halls and living rooms, stone or ceramic tiles in bathrooms and kitchens, carpet in bedrooms.

DecorationAll joinery painted with white satin oil paint. Walls andceilings finished with white emulsion paint.

KitchensStudio suites – fitted with custom-designed modular cabinets in a combination of lacquer and aluminium finishes.Splashback to back of work surface finished in mirroredglass. Technical stone work surface with inset stainless steelbowl and chrome mixer tap. Concealed lighting to underside of wall cupboards. Integrated appliances comprise stainlesssteel combined microwave/electric oven, fridge freezer,touch control ceramic hob, dishwasher, extractor hood and combined washing machine/tumble dryer.

One and two bedroom apartments – fitted with custom-designed cabinets with a combination of lacquer andveneered finishes. Splashback to work surface finished in mirrored glass. Technical stone work surface with insetstainless steel bowl and chrome mixer tap. Concealedlighting to underside of wall cupboards. Integratedappliances comprise electric oven and microwave, touch control ceramic hob, fridge freezer, dishwasher and extractor hood. Washing machine/tumble dryer located in separate utility cupboard.

Bathrooms, en-suite and shower roomsOne and two bedroom apartments – fitted with whitesanitary ware comprising wall-mounted WC, double endedsteel enamel bath with integral filler. Brassware comprisesoverhead shower and wall-mounted controls. Vanity unitscomprise surface-mounted ceramic basin on joinerywashstand, chrome pillar tap, toiletries cabinet withconcealed lighting above and below units. Walls finished in a combination of polished marble and ceramic tiles. Floorsfinished with technical stone slabs. Electric underfloorheating and glass shower screen fitted as standard.

Studio suite shower room – general specification as bathrooms but fitted with technical stone showerplatform/tray, glass shower door and thermostatic showercontrol. Two bedroom en-suite shower rooms – generalspecification as bathrooms but fitted with technical stoneshower platform/tray, glass shower door and thermostaticshower control.

Heating and hot waterCentralised CHP plant serving perimeter trench heatingsystems in principal areas of apartments and providingdomestic hot water supply.

ElectricsHalogen downlighters in living areas, kitchens andbedrooms, low-energy units in halls. Switch plates andsockets in accordance with IEE regulations. TV/FM Cabletelephone points fitted in all principal rooms. (Purchaser’sresponsibility for connection and related charges forservices). Smoke/heat detectors and entry systems fitted as standard. Entry phone and CCTV systems are rented and form part of the service charge.

Management and securityManagement, concierge and security services centrallylocated. Entry phone system linked to concierge desks.CCTV system provided covering estate with centralisedsecurity monitoring.

ParkingValet parking on a leasehold basis available at extra cost and subject to availability.

ElevatorsHigh-speed elevators located in appropriate cores serve all floors.

ExternalGround-level hard and soft landscaping incorporating tree planting, water features and architectural lighting.

Leisure facilitiesFully managed gymnasium. Gymnasium equipment is rentedand forms part of the service charge, with swimming pool,wet health and exercise facilities for residents’ private use.

Ancillary facilitiesThe developer currently provides a Tesco Express,Montessori Nursery and gourmet pizza chain Firezza. The developer intends to incorporate a high-qualityrestaurant, retail and other complementary facilities,however these do not form part of the sales contract.


Type: Typical studio suiteApt. area: 35 sq m (377 sq ft)Balcony area: 4.4 sq m (47 sq ft)TOTAL AREA: 39.4 sq m (424 sq ft)Living area: 6,300 mm (max) x 5,300 mm (max)

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Type: Typical one bedroomApt. area: 57 sq m (613 sq ft)Balcony area: 3.1 sq m (33 sq ft)TOTAL AREA: 60.1 sq m (646 sq ft)Living room: 7,500 mm x 3,100 mm

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Type: Typical two bedroom with en-suiteApt. area: 71 sq m (764 sq ft)Balcony area x 2: 8.8 sq m (94 sq ft)TOTAL AREA: 79.8 sq m (858 sq ft)Living room: 5,200 mm (max) x 4,650 mm (max)


Bedroom 1: 4,300 mm (max) x 2,600 mm 14 ft (max) x 9 ft

Bedroom 2: 3,200 mm (max) x 2,550 mm 14 ft (max) x 9 ft

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Type: Typical two bed duplex with galleryTOTAL AREA: 80 sq m (861 sq ft)Living room: 6,980 mm (max) x 5,750 mm (max)


Bedroom 1: 3,500 mm (max) x 3,050 mm11 ft (max) x 10 ft

Bedroom 2: 3,650 mm x 2,500mm12 ft x 8 ft


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Baltimore is the latest project from Ballymore, the most design-aware, multi-award winning luxury residential propertydevelopment company in Europe. Since its inception in theearly 1980s, Ballymore has become the largest privately owneddeveloper specialising in large scale mixed-use projects, withmajor, iconic developments all across Europe, including the

new waterside Eurovea International Trade Centre in theSlovak Republic – one of central Europe’s biggest developmentproject. Ballymore is exclusively responsible for shaping the most directional aspects of the residential landscape of Docklands, with over 210,000 sq m of commercial andleisure space in the area, including the spectacular 50-storey

Pan Peninsula building, with its dazzling penthouse cocktailbar with wraparound views, and the landmark Ontario Tower,with its glowing halo roof. Ballymore work with the world’smost prestigious and progressive architects, balancing the dynamics of practicality with inspiration, fantasy and a peerless quality of materials and construction.

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Important Note: Whilst every care has been taken to ensure accuracy, the contents of this literature do not form part of or constitute a representation or warranty, and should

be treated as a guide only. For accurate details the interested party is advised to consult the selling agent and/or satisfy themselves by inspection. Misrepresentation Act 1967.

This brochure and the description therein does not form any part of a contract, and while every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, this cannot be guaranteed.


Baltimore Marketing Suite6 Baltimore WharfLondon E14 9AQ

Freephone: 0800 404 8855Tel: +44 (0) 20 7517 8800Fax: +44 (0) 20 7517 8809

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