What makes a place a really great place to live?
it’s all in the mix
What makes
a place
a really
great place
to live?
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BRINGING
IT ALL
FUSION
TOGETHER AT
View from site 1979.
OF LUTON
A NEW VISION
SHARING
Fusion will provide a high quality landmark that is borne out of Luton’s rich heritage that forges a strong link to the town’s dynamic, forward thinking future.
Luton is famed for its hat making and was the UK’s main centre for lady’s hat production in the 19th and 29th centuries. Fusing flimsy material such as straw into light, highly efficient structurally robust objects – not to mention the highly creative design – by the practitioners of Luton’s plaiting and hat making industries, demonstrates a direct relationship with the manipulation modern day equivalents used in building such as steel, structural meshes, tensile fabrics and carbon fibre that are necessary for building and modern industries that remain core to Luton today, such as cars, aerospace and precision instrumentation. Fusion endeavours to draw upon this transformative tradition, linking the history through to the energetic present, by creating a building with a story that is deeply embedded within Luton’s very own particular narrative. The idea being, a building that belongs to and is borne of Luton.
Karl Taylor Director Geraghty Taylor Architects
Luton was the UK’s main centre for lady’s hat production in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Luton’s plaiting and hat making industries possess a direct relationship with the manipulation of equivalent modern materials like steel, structural meshes, tensile fabrics and carbon fibre.
Fusion endeavours to draw upon this transformative tradition – linking Luton’s unique history through to its energetic present.
Luton’s famed hatmaking industry.
The Vauxhall factory has been based in Luton since 1907.
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Welcome to the Fusion, a collection of 183 one and two bed apartments of a high specification, offering flexible living spaces, communal rooftop gardens, residents gym and easy access to the town centre. All this and within 24 minutes* of central London and ideally situated in the diverse and fast changing town of Luton that has rich history, one that we strive to respect in the overall design and imagination of this development.
It’s time
to switch
collection
A unique
Fusion, Luton is a building design that fuses together three buildings of 5, and 8 storeys and a very dynamic 12 storey block that will be an identifiable landmark.
Here you’ll find an irresistible mash-up of live/work perks, with cleverly designed spaces to connect and kick back, and a vibrant community vibe fuelled by an eclectic mix of people. All this, and getting into central London is quick and easy when you want to switch things up some more.
things up
Fusion brings together everything the new generation of urbanites desires from a home,in one game-changing destination.
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fusion in
LOCATION
VIBE ABOUT
LUTON
THERE’S A
play
Work
Live
The new-look Luton offers all the benefits of town centre living.
There’s a great choice of shops, cool bars and cafés and a thriving cultural scene. Little wonder that Luton has become home to a burgeoning new creative community, lured here by the optimistic mood and entrepreneurial spirit – not to mention the fast, easy and round-the-clock connections to London St Pancras.
THEATRE & CINEMA.
JAZZ & DANCE.
BARS & BARBERS.
DINING & DIGITAL.
COFFEE & CULTURE.
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The Bear Club Mill Yard Jazz & Blues
The Hat District Street art
The Hat Factory Theatre, film and music
Galaxy 11 screen cinema, bowling and eateries
Local nightlife Town centre pubs
Right now
Right here
The Luton landscape is being transformed by new shops, public parks and cutting-edge architecture, a revamped airport and even better everyday transport connections.
The area’s entrepreneurial spirit is on the rise too, with Luton Cultural Quarter acting as a hub for local start-ups, studios and creatives.
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Luton Town
30
miles
North of
london
more than
£1.5bn
PRIVATE INVESTMENT
INSTITUTIOn
Largest
HIGHER LEARNING
in the uk
Transport
by train from
22
rail stations
mainline
bus routes
TO STATION & LUTON AIRPORT
TRAFFIC FREE
Luton Airport
airport
5th
largest
DESTINATIONS ACCESSIBLE
FROM LUTON AIRPORT
over
100
TRANSFORMATION UNDERWAY
£110m
Luton is home to the following organisations:
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Wardown House Museum & Gallery
Galaxy
The Hat Factory
The Bear Jazz & Blues Club
The Mall Shopping Centre
University of Bedfordshire
Stockwood Athletics Centre
Stockwood Discovery Centre
Stockwood Golf Course
Luton Hoo – Golf, Hotel and Spa
London Luton Airport
Let’s bike it to the park and have lunch on the grass.
Great, I’ll grab a picnic on the way.
Cinema? Ten pin bowling? Dinner? Why not do it all at Galaxy.
Always something going on and in the heart of the Hat District.
There’s a great band playing at The Bear tonight. Up for it?
I’m there. The burgers are on me.
Meet you at The Mall for some retail therapy.
A quick stroll to campus and even quicker on two wheels.
5 star spa, followed by dinner at 7.30pm. See you there!
Surprise weekend away booked. Breakfast in Luton, lunch in Paris!
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local
stay
You don’t have to venture far...
Brantwood Park
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Sainsbury’s
Luton Town FC
Luton Station
Wardown Park
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what to do
where to go
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FOR HEAD SPACE
GREEN SPACE
RURAL & RUSTIC.
TRAILS & ALES.
GREENERY & SCENERY.
COURSEs & HORSES.
NATURE & NURTURE.
Wardown House Museum and art gallery within landscaped grounds
The Chiltern Hills Idyllic villages and countryside just outside of Luton
By bike or by foot, close by nature is at hand.
Head north and you will find yourself in the Barton Hills National Nature Reserve with rolling hills and sweeping views. If your compass points to the south, the nearby Dunstable Downs is your route to the Chiltern Gateway.
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connections
Make
Just 22 Mins*
TO LONDON
EASY ACCESS
TO ST PANCRAS
With such short travel times, you can access all of London and South East destinations quickly or take yourself into Europe via the Eurostar connection at St Pancras International.
*National Rail Enquiries.
By rail.
Luton
3 mins
26 MINS
22 MINS*
35 MINS*
37 MINS*
45 MINS*
74 MINS
111 MINS
Luton Airport Parkway
St Albans City
West Hampstead
London St Pancras
Farringdon
City Thameslink
London Bridge
Gatwick Airport
Brighton
Travel times: Google Maps and National Rail Enquiries. *Fastest/most direct train.
By road.
a41
m40
m4
m25
m1
a1(m)
m11
a1
a6
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NORTHAMPTON
CAMBRIDGE
BEDFORD
MILTON KEYNES
ROYSTON
SAFFRON WALDEN
LEIGHTON BUZZARD
HITCHIN
STEVENAGE
DUNSTABLE
BICESTER
AYLESBURY
TRING
HARPENDEN
LUTON AIRPORT
STANSTED AIRPORT
LONDON CITY AIRPORT
HEATHROW AIRPORT
WELWYN GARDEN CITY
HERTFORD
EPPING
CHESHUNT
ST ALBANS
AMERSHAM
HIGH WYCOMBE
READING
MAIDENHEAD
WINDSOR
WATFORD
BRENT CROSS
CENTRAL LONDON
WEMBLEY
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INTERIORS
NEW PACE
NEW SPACE
Jasper Sanders Design Director Jasper Sanders + Partners
WOVEN INTO DESIGN
INSPIRATION
Fusion’s interior design weaves together the traditional craftmanship of Luton and the influences from the next generation.
Spaces have been developed which are responsive to both lifestyle and culture and the personalities of the people using them. These vibrant, energetic interiors impact positively, focussing on the network of people living in this community. The spaces have been considered to allow every individual to make Fusion their home.
FOR YOU
MADE
SPACES
Say hello to the homes of the future.
The apartments at Fusion blend cool, contemporary architecture and a well-connected urban lifestyle, without all the big-city stress. Throughout the design, there’s a focus on flexibility, so that spaces can be transformed from a cosy bedroom to inspiring workspace in minutes. And because staying connected at all times matters, each apartment is kitted out with the latest technology.
MIX IT UP
SPACE
IT’S YOUR
It’s okay if you want a neutral wall colour or mix it up by choosing from a palette of colours when you make your reservation.
*Colour choices can be made at the time of reservation.
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LET LIVE
LIVE &
Modern living requires flexibility and your apartment space allows for imaginative use of space. With flexible, funky pop-out beds and desk spaces, your home can be your office. You could also work in the fresh air on a roof terrace.
live
work
Bedroom layout (sleep) Transformable system with vertical tilting double bed ready to use.
Bedroom layout (study) Provided with a front table that disappears while the bed folds down.
Lounge layout (sleep) Tilting double bed with vertically opening, with slatted bed base.
Lounge layout (desk/dining) Provided with a front table perpendicular to the front panel that disappears while the bed opens, sliding and remaining located under the bed base.
turn up
the pace
The residents gym at Fusion allows you to unwind from the day and is kitted out with quality free weights, cardio systems and ample floor space.
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and
relax
Watch the latest blockbuster, chill out or close a deal from one of the three communal outdoor roof terraces at Fusion.
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Specification
FLOOR PLANS &
floorplans
1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS
2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS
APARTMENT AREAS
FUSION – FLOORS 1-12
FLOOR
FLOORS
1
3-4
6
27
9-10
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1B1P – 1 bedroom, 1 person / 1B2P – 1 bedroom, 2 persons 2B2P – 2 bedroom, 2 persons / 2B3P – 2 bedroom, 3 persons / 2B4P – 2 bedroom, 4 persons
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floor plans
& apartment areas
Specifications
Kitchens / Integrated kitchen appliances / Fitted wall and base units / Under counter lighting / Corian worktops / Splashbacks / Built in oven / hob
Bathrooms / Contemporary Ideal bathroom fittings / Tiled section / Bath / shower screen / Shower mixer / Mirrored cabinets
Living Spaces / Wall colour base option + feature wall choices / Marmoluem concrete floor / TV point / Hyperoptic connectivity / Blinds (optional)
Bedroom / Space for double bed / larger bed options in 2 bed apartments / Clei Ulisse fold out bed (optional)
Communal Areas / Car charging point in main car park / Landscaped garden and roof terraces / Residents gym / Bike storage / Car parking on roof terrace
Windows / UPVC Grey metal effect throughout
Lighting & Electrical / LED down lighting throughout / Hyperoptic-fibre connection broadband up to 1GB per second / DDTV and telephone sockets to living room / USB charge points integrated into sockets in the kitchen, living room and bedroom / Thermostatically controlled electric heating throughout
Security / Dedicated concierge service / Secured by Design door locking system and spy hole / Video entry phone system to all apartments / Monitored CCTV security system to development
WHEELS
BY TWO
Fusion is designed with two wheels in mind. Quality bike storage is available on the Ground Floor and is available to all residents. The bike park will operate up to 70 spaces using familiar and secure technology for bike storage that is seen across many mainline railway stations. It’s super easy to operate, functional and secure and is accessible for our residents via lift lobbies and stairwells that access the Bike Park.
Looking after your wheels at Fusion.
Enjoy
your
ride
Bike Park With the popularity of two-wheels on the increase, looking after them is also important to our residents. With a dedicated, secure bike park at Fusion you can keep your wheels safe and sound and ready for your next journey. The racking provided can accommodate up to 70 full size bikes, so if you are a mountain biker, a racer, a commuter or a hybrid cyclist you will be in good company. If you like all things compact and have a folding bike these can also be kept securely in the Fusion bike park or in your new home. Car Park / A residents car park is provided, offering 50 spaces. These spaces are allocated primarily to the 2 bed apartments* and are accessed via secure vehicle gate entrance. / For our residents who use four electric wheels, a dedicated charging point is available in the car park.**
* Allocation will be reviewed and will be at discretion. **Electricity recharge costs will apply.
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A NEW WAY OF LIVING
Our developments are about building in successful places that have a strong emphasis on being commuter towns that serve and have quick access into our capital city and major conurbations.
www.coto-living.co.uk
SALES & MARKETING
+44 (0)1438 740750
sales@fusionluton.com
The HM Government backed Help to Buy Scheme* will be activated 9 months prior to completion of the first apartment at the Fusion, Luton. Buyers using the Help to Buy scheme will be able to active this product after this period. Interested parties should register their details to find out more. If you wish to reserve an apartment please complete the registration form and our representatives will process a reservation. Fusion, Luton is a development by MBU Capital Ltd, 65 Curzon Street London W1J 8PE Company House registration 08424988 *scheme is subject to change by HM Government
Important notice
Fusion, Luton is a development by COTO LIVING a brand name for developments delivered by MBU Capital LLP, 65 Curzon Street, London W1J 8PE. The information in this document is indicative and is intended to act as a guide only as to the finished product. The finished product may vary from the information provided. Computer generated images and photography are indicative only. These particulars should not be relied upon as accurately describing any of the specific matters described by any order under the Property Misdescriptions Act 1991. This information does not constitute a contract, or warranty. The dimensions given on plans are subject to minor variations and are not intended to be used for carpet sizes, appliance sizes or items of furniture. Fusion is a marketing name and will not necessarily form part of the approved postal address. Applicants are advised to contact our appointed sales agents to ascertain the availability of any particular property.
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