Britain’s Most Expensive Homes viewers were left shocked last night after a mortgage broker rejected a £4.5 million penthouse in Kensington because his client ‘doesn’t like kitchens.’
This show, which ran last night on Sotheby’s, took viewers inside the exclusive Sotheby’s estate agency as they promoted historic homes, stately houses, millionaire mansions, penthouses, and other high-end properties to various clients.
The programme saw a Kensington penthouse up for sell for £4.5 million, with a jacuzzi, a huge marble kitchen and a stylish open plan lounge.
Si, a mortgage broker explained to Si that the client wouldn’t be able to use the kitchen so he would order from “apps” instead.
Many were shocked and one wrote, “Britain’s most expensive house with an amazing kitchen. The buyer does not like to cook.
Britain’s Most Expensive Homes viewers were left shocked last night after a mortgage broker rejected a £4.5 million penthouse in Kensington because his client ‘doesn’t like kitchens’
Si, a mortgage broker explained to Si that Si’s client would not submit an offer for the property as he doesn’t intend to use the kitchen but instead plans on ordering food through ‘apps.
“This is the most funny TV comedy at the moment.”
One added, “Are you looking at the most luxurious homes in Britain?” A client of this guy apparently doesn’t love cooking so the kitchen is an issue.
‘Most ridiculous I’ve ever heard!’
Appearing on the programme last night, estate agent Polena explained she had a brand new listing which was a stone’s throw from the Natural History Museum.
Many people who watched were shocked by the scene, some even saying that the attitudes towards the kitchen were ‘bizarre.
The £4.5 million penthouse had three bedrooms and three bathrooms, as well as a stunning open plan living area.
The path led to the rooftop garden and landscape terrace that offered spectacular views of London’s skyline.
The floor below contained three bedrooms, and two bathrooms with en-suite facilities.
Polena shared the photos of the apartment via social media and stated that the idea was to make a buzz about the property before it goes on the market.
The £4.5 million penthouse had three bedrooms and three bathrooms, as well as a stunning open plan living area
On the first floor, there was a large open-plan living room that included a kitchen, study and lounge.
Si, mortgage broker to the super rich, was the first one to attend a viewing, explaining: ‘We work with a whole lot of international clients looking to buy property in central London.’
Si spoke to Polena about his client, a man working as a financial analyst who was moving from South Africa into London.
He stated that he has several super cars and the parking situation is something he’s worried about.
‘He is looking for a cool apartment which offers entertaining space. It is important to have a rooftop terrace or a green space.
This stunning home featured a monochrome color scheme, with a large grey sofa and a black kitchen (pictured).
He walked in the apartment and said, “Oh my God, this is incredible.”
Polena admitted that she was marveled by the marble island but Si said it would not be an selling point for his client.
He explained: ‘My only concern is that he doesn’t like to cook. He said that he will be able to cook in an open-plan kitchen. This is not a problem for him.
Polena explained that she has never seen a buyer say they don’t like a kitchen. It’s a shame.
This open-plan area opened out onto a rooftop garden and a terrace that offered spectacular views of the London skyline.
Si added: ‘He doesn’t like cooking and he doesn’t like the smell.
“Ideally, he’d like to have a five-car garage as well as a separate cooking area.”
Polena then asked Si how his client would eat. Si replied: “I believe he would likely be using one those apps to deliver food.”
Polena said: “Oh, so he could look at the beautiful marr and drink his wine.”
Three bedrooms were located on the lower floor, along with two en suite bathrooms. They are all in grey (pictured).
Polena stated that she hadn’t heard of a buyer not wanting a kitchen and expressed hope they would find an answer.
He said later that “The open kitchen issue may pose a problem so it could be a question of compromise.”
Many people were baffled at Si’s buyer attitude toward the kitchen.
One writer wrote, “That’s strange. The most important space in a home is the kitchen. But this buyer doesn’t enjoy cooking.
“The kitchen of the South Kensington apartment was really lovely.”