Dryden Court Parkleys, Ham

Spacious, well proportioned and quietly set within a Grade II-listed Span development by Eric Lyons, this two-bedroom ground-floor apartment offers approximately 662 sq ft of thoughtfully arranged accommodation. Landscaped communal grounds, excellent storage and a position close to Ham Common, Richmond Park and Ham Parade give it an appeal that extends well beyond the apartment itself.
A timeless classic.
The enduring strength of Span architecture lies in its balance of good proportions, natural surroundings and a genuine sense of community.
This apartment sits within landscaped communal grounds that remain central to the character of the development, while its ground-floor position makes it particularly accessible and easy to live in.
The art of good proportion
The reception room is generously sized, with ample space for both comfortable seating and dining.
The fitted kitchen provides plenty of cupboard and worktop space, while the principal bedroom is especially generous and includes two fitted wardrobes. The second bedroom offers flexibility as a bedroom, study or guest room.
Everything in its place
Storage has been properly considered throughout.
In addition to the wardrobes, there is a useful airing cupboard and a separate store and meters cupboard. The sheltered communal lobby also provides bin storage and external cupboards, keeping practical necessities neatly away from the main living space.
Common ground
Ham Common, Richmond Park and the shops and cafés of Ham Parade are all close by, placing everyday amenities and exceptional green spaces within easy reach.
The apartment is also well positioned for a choice of local primary and secondary schools.
Material information
An asbestos management plan is in place for the communal parts of the development. The asbestos register and management plan are available on request.
CONSERVATION AREA & LISTING:
Parkleys is a London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames Conservation Area ( No.67). It is Grade II listed by English Heritage as the first major ‘Span’ development by ground-breaking architect Eric Lyons, President of RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) 1975-1977. He worked under Walter Gropius (founder of the Bauhaus) and became noted for progressive developments with signature attention to landscape and community, blending modernism with more traditional building elements like tile hanging and stock brick. Beginning with Parkleys in 1955-6, his practice gained many awards and as recently as 2005, Span received a special Housing Design Award for schemes meeting the Sustainable Communities Plan. For further reading see ‘Eric Lyons and Span’ by Barbara Simms, RIBA Books 2006.
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