Modern city living in desirable Cambridge

Cambridge has grown in population by 7 per cent since 2001 and is predicted to increase by another 31 per cent in the next 13 years, according to the Cambridge Government, proving it is one of the countries most desirable cities.
And for those seeking to make Cambridge their home, Redeham Homes multi award-winning development, Accordia Living, offers some of the finest modern living in the city.
Cambridge escaped the worst of recession and has fared well with homes holding their value throughout 2009 and 2010, leading to the city appealing to both international and local buyers alike. Accordia Living is a collection of 203 one and two-bedroom apartments and three and four-bedroom townhouses, situated within 23 acres on Brooklands Avenue, one of the most sought-after streets in the city. Nestled alongside some of Cambridge’s most stunning period properties Accord Living is within walking distance of the University, the botanical gardens and the main line station.
Cambridge offers something for everyone renowned for its culture, heritage and leisure activities, it also features a wealth of exceptional schools, with over 60 per cent of children gaining at least 5 A – C GCSE’s in the Cambridge area, according to Ofsted. At just 45 minutes into Central London from the city’s mainline train station, it is ideal for commuters too and people wanting to be close to London. The city features three local markets, offering a mixture of local produce and goods, along with an exceptional array of high street shops, exclusive boutiques, restaurants, bars and cafes.
Pam Reardon, Sales and Marketing Director at Redeham Homes comments: “Purchasers are drawn to Cambridge as it is an area that has fared well throughout the economic downturn and offers an excellent standard of living. Accordia Living is one of the most striking new build developments in the country offering the very best in modern contemporary living. We are now 79 per cent sold, so I would urge anyone interested to come along and visit the marketing suite.”
Accordia Living has been designed by a team of renowned architects including Feilden Clegg Bradley, Alison Brooks Architects and Macreanor Lavington Architects. The end result is a stunning and extremely successful example of cutting edge architecture, which has fused together top quality layout, specification and landscaping to produce a variety of inspirational homes perfect for 21st century living.
Accordia Living’s innovative architecture is also reflected in the modern interiors of the apartments and houses. Open living areas and large windows are combined with terraces and balconies to provide buyers with flexible living spaces that benefit from extensive natural light, with some boasting fantastic views of Hobson Brook and the surrounding gardens.
Included in each home are beautifully crafted kitchens and bathrooms using only the finest materials and appliances. Kitchens are created by internationally renowned Italian designers, Eurocucina, and come complete with integrated Siemens appliances. The bathrooms and ensuites boast a high specification and feature Villeroy & Boch sanitary ware finished with chrome fittings and co-ordinated bathroom furniture from Duravit.
Accordia Living is one of the most desirable new build schemes the city has to offer and is the first-ever residential scheme in Europe to be awarded the highly coveted Royal Institute of British Architecture (RIBA) Stirling Prize, in recognition for its dynamic, innovative and unique architecture.
Prices for homes at Accordia Living start from £249,950 for a two-bedroom apartment and from £609,950 for a three bedroom townhouses. For further information visit redehamhomes.co.uk.