Property News · May 7, 2018

Going underground: the subterranean secrets of London's super-rich


Study reveals thousands of opulent basement schemes with cinemas, pools … and a beachThe subterranean secrets of London’s super-rich are revealed in a study of 4,650 basements granted planning permission in some of the capital’s most affluent neighbourhoods, with hundreds of swimming pools and cinemas in the most luxurious developments.Almost 1,000 gyms, 376 pools, 456 cinemas, 381 wine stores and cellars and 115 staff rooms, including bedrooms for nannies and au pairs, were found in the plans for the basements approved by seven London boroughs between 2008 and 2017. Continue reading…

Source : theguardian.com
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