Penthouse for sale in Forest: Former water tower on the market for €1.85m

An already converted Marconi water tower off Avenue Molière in the Brussels municipality of Forest is on sale for €1.850,000.

Listed by Sotheby’s international realty, the quirky triplex penthouse offers 257m2 of accommodation with a panoramic view of the capital’s southern suburbs.

Built in 1904, the 35m-high tower was operated by the Compagnie Bruxelloise des Eaux until 1934, before it was transformed by architects into living accommodation in 2007.

Access to the quirky home is via a footbridge and external glass life that also serves the underground carparks.

The central core of the former industrial building features on its first level an entrance hall, a cloakroom and a guest bedroom with ensuite shower. An internal staircase leads to a large open-plan living room with a fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen and a dining room that also boasts curved furniture specially designed for the unusual space.

The sleeping area includes a study/lounge, a master bedroom, dressing room and ensuite bathroom. A roof terrace boasting spectacular views completes the accommodation of this highly original property.

Sotheby’s describes the conversion as “combining technical prowess with a skilful blend of extravagance”.

Photos: ©Sotheby’s