This is a sponsored article on behalf of ARK Shoreditch.
Shoreditch has been synonymous with cool for quite some time now. But this vibey neighbourhood can feel a teeny bit intimidating sometimes — and with a frankly dizzying array of Things Going On All The Time comes the risk of small fish, big pond syndrome.
How then, to go about creating a sense of belonging here? Well, you could become a member of ARK Shoreditch, a new haven of community and creativity set to launch this summer...
ARK Shoreditch is the latest venture by ARK Living, which creates community-first co-living developments in top tier London locations. It joins ARK Wembley and ARK Canary Wharf in offering all-in-one amenity-stuffed spaces to stay, live, work and socialise.
You can stay at ARK Shoreditch for as little as one night — ideal for short-term visitors who want to experience London as local — or sign up for a 12-month membership and really make the neighbourhood your home. For however long you decide to hang your hat here, you'll enjoy a fully-furnished studio apartment and access to all of ARK Shoreditch's community facilities.
So, what kind of perks can ARK Shoreditch members expect, then? Amenities include dedicated co-working spaces (no more tapping away at your kitchen table!); a gym; a wellness studio; a cinema room; an internal garden space with a retractable roof for sunny (and not-so-sunny) days; a games room for foosball, pool and table tennis; and — forgive us for burying the lede here — two whole rooms dedicated entirely to karaoke. It's all about removing any sense of isolation from urban living, giving you ample opportunities to find your people, quite literally on your doorstep.
There are tons of community events to choose from, too. These include film nights, arts and craft workshops, fitness classes, charity drives, professional development events, and supper clubs (did we mention that ARK Shoreditch also boasts a communal kitchen?!)
As for the studios themselves? These are stylish, functional, design-led spaces with kitchens, en-suite bathrooms, comfy double beds featuring built-in storage, and a TV. Utility bills and wifi are included in your monthly membership fee, and a cleaning service is available too. Should you run into any hiccups, there's a team onsite 24/7 to help.
Of course, you didn't come to Shoreditch to stay inside all the time — not when you're a sub-20 minute walk from delights like...
- Columbia Road Flower Market
- Hackney City Farm
- Brick Lane
- London Fields
- Too many vibey bars and restaurants to count (Morito, Sager + Wilde and Little Georgia are among our favourites, and we're betting your new neighbours will have a ton of recs too).
And it goes without saying that — being in Zone 2 — you're in plum position to take advantage of everything else the capital has to offer.
Intrigued? Find out more about ARK Shoreditch here. Oh, and if you're thinking of moving here, you should know that the studios are getting snapped up FAST, so enquire today to avoid disappointment.
