A truly unique studio flat has come onto the market in Newcastle upon Tyne, commanding attention with its most striking feature: a double bed suspended from the ceiling inside a blue fabric pod.
A Bedroom That Defies Gravity
The open-plan apartment, now listed for £199,000, reimagines the concept of a bedroom. Instead of a traditional room, the sleeping quarters are a bespoke pod that dangles from the ceiling via wires, allowing the bed to hover in mid-air. The blue fabric capsule contains a double mattress and features a timber interior.
Perspex doors at the entrance are designed to prevent any accidental tumbles during the night. Despite its unconventional location, the pod is practical, incorporating fitted wardrobes and a storage cupboard that houses the gas boiler and radiator.
Industrial Style in a Historic Building
The property is situated within Akenside House, a striking granite building in the city centre that was originally constructed as offices back in 1902. The flat itself embraces an industrial aesthetic, with exposed brick walls and raw wooden floorboards adding to its character.
Spanning 93.2 square metres (1,003.3 square feet), the clever layout creates three distinct living zones. Alongside the suspended bed pod, the accommodation includes an open-plan kitchen and living space, a separate bathroom, and an entrance hallway.
Views, Location, and Practical Details
One of the property's highlights is an elevated lounge area at the front, accessible by two steps. This space offers magnificent vistas across the River Tyne and includes storage underneath the raised floor.
The kitchen comes equipped with built-in appliances, including an electric oven, a gas hob with a stainless steel extractor, and an integrated washing machine. The bathroom is fully tiled and fitted with a shower and wash basin.
Practical benefits include allocated parking and a prime location just a stone's throw from pubs, eateries, and the railway station. The property is being marketed by estate agents Living Spaces in Newcastle upon Tyne and has approximately 100 years remaining on its lease.
