We’re rather partial to an architectural triumph: and the latest statement building on the King’s Cross skyline is an ultra-modernist Spanish limestone-hewn box.
Despite the clinical exterior lines, a wander round this ten-storey block reveals a succession of lush secret roof gardens, suntrap terraces and contemplative courtyards. It’s frequently adorned with stunning, intricate geometric décor, in stark contrast to that smooth glassy façade.
The personal vision of none other than His Highness the Aga Khan, it offers a wealth of material for those studying Muslim civilisations, and an exciting new space for fostering cultural exchange.
Inside our new issue out today we take one of the first tours to discover more about the classical inspiration for its layout, the Aga Khan, his Foundation and University.
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Also inside, we venture to Coal Drops Yard, where Barra?na has opened – just one of the tasty clutch of restaurants within London’s newest shopping street. We also explore a more curious side in the chequered history of King’s Cross with local author Andrew Whitehead, and count down the best vegan offerings in north London.
Grab a free copy from one of the outlets below.
There are now 40 new distribution points
Gasholder is now also available in a selection of hotel lobbies, office reception areas and rail travel lounges across London.
Aegis – Gracechurch St
Arcadia – Marylebone House
Highgate Studios – Kentish Town
Jones Lang LaSalle – Regents Quarter
Lenta Business Centre – Grove Business Centre
Regents Place Management – Euston
Regus – Euston
Regus – Regents Place
The Office Group – Marylebone
Vizeum UK Ltd – Triton St
Ibis – Euston St Pancras
The Landmark Hotel
London Marriott – Regents Park
MIC Hotel and Conference Centre
Fitness First – Camden
Fitness First – Kilburn
London Business School Fitness Centre
Virgin Active
TFL Visitor Centre – Paddington
Telegraph Media Group
Perception – Google
American Express Restaurant
123 Buckingham Palace Road – Google, Sky
Invesco – Marylebone
Pixelogicmedia – Sony DADC
Pearsons Plc – Penguin Random House
Barclay’s Wealth & Investment Management
45 Mortimer Street – New Look
Arcadia – 216 Oxford Street
The Gherkin – Standard Life
5 Canada Square – Bank Of America Merrill Lynch
ITV Studios – Upperground
The Financial Times
Kensington Estates Ltd – The White Company
Gatwick Express lounge
Stansted Express lounge
Virgin lounge – Euston station
Virgin lounge – King’s Cross station
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STOCKISTS WIDER KING’S CROSS/ CENTRAL LONDON
Fixed distribution units in King’s Cross, St Pancras, Euston, Warren Street, Bloomsbury, Exmouth Market, Kentish Town
UAL St Martin’s (entrance to the right of Caravan), Granary Square N1C
KX Visitor’s Centre, Stable Street KX Visitor’s Centre, Stable Street
Outside Euston Station, corner of Melton Street and Euston Square Gardens
Waitrose KX, Granary Square N1C
Outside Warren Street Underground station W1
Coram’s Fields end of Lamb’s Conduit Street WC1
Judd Street outside Camden Town Hall WC1
Exmouth Market outside Caravan EC1
Outside Kentish Town West Overground NW5
Outside Phoenicia Food Hall, Kentish Town Road NW5
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Ruby Violet, Everyman On The Corner, Drake & Morgan, Water Rats, Youtube Space, SLAM, Casa Tua, The Place, Urbanest Student Accommodation, Skip Garden Café, Dishoom, Greek Larder, Knight Frank office, FRAME studios, The Star of Kings, Pancras Square Library, The Lighterman, The Gilbert Scott (restaurant and bar), The Somers Town Coffee House, Camden Town Hall, Skoob Books, KCBNA (Marchmont St Community Centre), 06 St Chads, The Fellow, D.A.S.H Coffee, Drink, Shop & Do, Housmans Bookshop, Camino, The Poor School, The Big Chill House, Honest Burgers, Nido Kings Cross, The Surya Centre, The Lexington, Shaw Theatre, Unite Students, Sanctuary Students, Unite Students, Lincoln Lounge, Four Cup, Rocket, Sanctuary Students, Peel Centre, Grain Store
