Otto Building, Downs Road, Hackney, London, E5

Set across two floors within the RIBA award-winning The Otto, this exceptional duplex combines striking architecture, double-height living space and uninterrupted views across Hackney Downs from both levels.

INSIDE

The sense of space is immediate. Double-height ceilings and expansive floor-to-ceiling glazing flood the main living space with natural light, creating an atmosphere rarely found this close to Central London.

Designed around modern living, the open-plan kitchen, dining and reception space feels effortlessly sociable. A sleek kitchen with breakfast bar anchors the room, while generous proportions make it equally suited to entertaining on a large scale or quieter evenings at home. A guest cloakroom, separate utility/laundry room and excellent built-in storage complete the ground floor.

An elegant staircase leads to the upper level, where the layout has been thoughtfully designed to adapt as life changes.

The principal bedroom enjoys its own en-suite bathroom, accompanied by a separate family bathroom. Two further rooms provide genuine flexibility; ideal as additional bedrooms, a guest suite with a second reception, or a dedicated home office. Each opens directly onto a generous balcony overlooking Hackney Downs, creating a seamless connection between inside and out.
Residents of The Otto enjoy an exceptional collection of amenities, including a concierge, residents' gym and wellness suite, stylish residents' lounge, communal roof terrace, secure underground bicycle storage and allocated parking, all within an immaculately managed building.


NEIGHBOURHOOD & CONNECTIONS

At the heart of Hackney Downs is the park itself — directly overlooked by The Otto Building. A large and well-kept green space, it offers tennis courts, a basketball court, children’s playground, and wide open lawns — perfect for sports, dog walking, and picnics.

Hackney Downs Station is the area’s key rail hub, offering fast and regular London Overground services to Liverpool Street in around ten minutes — ideal for commuters and city workers.

Hackney Central Station is also within walking distance, expanding connectivity via the Overground to Stratford, Highbury & Islington, and westwards towards Shepherd’s Bush. Numerous bus routes and cycle lanes weave through the borough, ensuring effortless travel across East and Central London.

Close by, Hackney Downs Studios provides a creative hub of independent businesses, artist studios, cafés, and event spaces — perfect for coffee, workshops, and supporting local makers.
For dining, locals love Casa Fofo, a Michelin-starred fine dining spot, and Uchi Bake, a Japanese bakery and sushi restaurant that has fast become a neighbourhood favourite.