The Old War Office features London’s first Raffles hotel and 85 Raffles branded private residences
Savills Singapore is proud to offer The OWO for sale, a highly-anticipated 760,000 square feet development located in London’s historic Whitehall, SW1. The OWO will complete in spring/summer 2023, the new landmark destination will include a 120 key 5-star Raffles Hotel, 11 restaurants & bars, a wellness spa and 85 Raffles branded residences. Prices for a two-bedroom residence will start from £7.1 million.
World-renowned Raffles Hotels & Resorts has a reputation for providing unparalleled luxury experiences, and this partnership will undoubtedly set a new benchmark for luxury living in London. The partnership between the Hinduja Group and Raffles Hotels & Resorts means residents and guests will have the exceptional service hallmarks that the Raffles brand is renowned for, including gracious and intuitive staff, personalized attention, and a timeless ambience. The OWO promises to be a stunning addition to London's luxury property market.
The Old War Office, one of London's most iconic landmarks, has undergone a six-year transformation to become The OWO. Sales of the branded The OWO Residences began in mid-2020 and have generated consistent interest from Asian buyers who are attracted to the rarity of the offering, the landmark building's unparalleled historical significance, its central London location, and the level of exclusive service provided by Raffles Hotel. The lifting of travel restrictions for Hong Kong and mainland China residents is expected to further boost Asian interest in the project.
Jacqueline Wong, Savills Singapore, Head of Residential Services comments, “Savills Private Office is delighted to present this rare and unique offering for buyers to own a piece of history. Having been there in person, the sublime finishes at The OWO Residences are unparalleled and best in class. This coupled with partnering Raffles Hotel makes the opportunity to live here, truly one of a kind. The location is unrivalled with St. James Park, Buckingham Palace, The House of Lords and Horse Guards Parade all within minutes’ walk. This means that residents are truly living in the heart of London, within an area rich in history. More significantly, the large apartment sizes (above 200sqm) will be a rarity in time to come, hence elevating the appeal and value of this asset. The lack of Super Prime supply in London over the next five years, means The OWO Residences presents an opportunity for buyers to own an asset that will become finite in supply.”
Charlie Walsh, Head of Sales at The OWO Residences by Raffles comments,” We very much look forward to welcoming prospective Asian buyers and guests to London following the lifting of travel restrictions.”
“The enduring appeal of the capital from both an investment and lifestyle perspective, together with the uniqueness of the residential offering at The OWO, has meant that international buyers have continued to show very strong interest in the project even during the pandemic years, with virtual tours and CGIs helping to showcase the building and the 85 residences. However, nothing compares to visiting this incredible site in person, when one can witness the astounding restoration that has been carried out and truly appreciate the lifestyle that will be delivered at The OWO, set to become London’s most exciting new destination and residential address,” Walsh adds.
The OWO will also become a culinary destination in the heart of Whitehall, central London, featuring nine restaurants and three bars, including three dining experiences led by Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco, marking his London debut, and Italian all-day dining concept by Papermoon. (Further restaurants are soon to be announced.)
The OWO has also recently announced the project’s partnership with world-leading beauty and wellbeing brand GUERLAIN and movement and nutrition experts PILLAR, who will be leading the spa and wellness centre at The OWO.
The Grade II listed Old War Office, originally completed in 1906 by British architect William Young, is steeped in history. Formerly the site of the original Palace of Whitehall, home to royalty between 1530 - 1698, the Old War Office has witnessed world-shaping events whilst influential political and military leaders including Winston Churchill and David Lloyd George held office. It was also John Profumo’s base when he was Secretary of State and inspired Ian Fleming to write the James Bond series after working for Britain’s Naval Intelligence Service and spending time in the building. Its grand architecture has made the building a dramatic location in a number of the Bond films, and more recently The Crown drama series.
The OWO directly faces Horse Guards and lies within easy walking distance of the capital’s highlights. Residents, hotel guests and visitors will be just a short stroll from Buckingham Palace, The National Gallery, The Tate, The Royal Academy, St James’ Park, Embankment and South Bank, as well as the sought-after shopping streets of Regent Street, Bond Street and Jermyn Street.
At the helm of The OWO project is the Hinduja Group, an international multi-billion group founded in 1914. They have engaged a team of experts including English Heritage, MOLA (Museum of London Archaeology) and EPR Architects to oversee the intricate redevelopment. The hotel interiors will be designed by New York-based designer Thierry Despont, and the residences designed by award-winning interior architects 1508 London. The OWO has recently unveiled the first completed show residences within the building, designed by leading British interior design studios Albion Nord and Angel O’Donnell.
For enquiries, please contact:
Savills International Residential Sales team at +65 9657 0072 or IRS@savills.com.sg
About The OWO
A new landmark destination for London, The OWO is a joint venture between Hinduja Group and Onex Holding. The Grade II* listed, former Old War Office in Whitehall has been closed to the public for over a century and now, following a monumental five-year renovation, is set to open as The OWO in 2023. The iconic building will house the capital’s first Raffles hotel with 120-rooms and suites, nine restaurants and three bars, and a destination spa led by beauty and wellness brand, GUERLAIN and movement and nutrition experts, PILLAR. The OWO will also comprise 85 private branded residences, seamlessly serviced by the Raffles hotel, setting a new benchmark for luxury living for London. Residents will have access to over 30,000 sq ft of amenities including a landscaped courtyard garden, private dining room, residents’ lounges, gym, wellness suite, cinema, games room, alongside use of the Raffles pool and spa.
For more information, go to: www.theowo.london
About Raffles
Raffles Hotels & Resorts boasts an illustrious history and some of the most prestigious hotel addresses worldwide. In 1887, Raffles Singapore set the standard for luxury hospitality, introducing the world to private butlers, the Singapore Sling and its enduring, legendary service. Today, Raffles continues this tradition in leading cities and lavish resort locales, enchanting travellers with meaningful experiences and service that is both gracious and intuitive. Connoisseurs of life choose Raffles, not merely for its aura of culture, beauty and gentility, but for the extraordinary way they feel when in residence with Raffles. Each Raffles, be it Paris, Istanbul, Warsaw, Jakarta or the Seychelles, serves as a venerated oasis where travellers arrive as guests, leave as friends and return as family. Raffles is part of Accor, a world-leading augmented hospitality group offering unique experiences in 5,000 hotels and residences across 110 countries. www.raffles.com
About Hinduja Group
Founded in 1914 in Mumbai by Parmanand D Hinduja, today the management and future strategy and focus of the Hinduja Group is led by Parmanand’s four sons Srichand, Chairman, Gopichand Co-Chairman, Prakash and Ashok and the younger generation. With a century of experience, intelligent investment and disciplined growth, the Group has become an international multi billion Group active in eleven business sectors with over 150,000 employees in 38 countries. The Group owns businesses in Automotive, Information Technology, Media, Entertainment & Communications, Banking & Finance Services, Infrastructure Project Development, Oil and Gas, Power, Real Estate, Trading, Healthcare and cybersecurity. Significant investments include commercial vehicles manufacturer Ashok Leyland, Gulf Oil, a global lubricants producer, and global business processing outsourcing company, Hinduja Global Solutions. The Group’s extensive philanthropic work in education, healthcare and social welfare are managed by the Hinduja Foundation.
hindujagroup.com
About Savills
Savills is a leading global real estate service provider listed on the London Stock Exchange. The company, established in 1855, has a rich heritage with unrivalled growth. It is a company that leads rather than follows and now has over 700 offices and associates throughout the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa and the Middle East.
For more information please contact our Savills International Residential Sales team at +65 9657 0072 or IRS@savills.com.sg.