A warm reception for premium residences in Cambridge
Babouris property launch, Cambridge
CB2 recently played host to a defining moment in both the Babouris story and the premium rental market in Cambridge, during the launch of 174 Hills Road. This standout new development in the heart of our great city comprises 6 luxury, architect designed apartments, all finished with the highest quality materials and standards of craftsmanship.
On the evening of the 24th June, these exceptional residences provided the backdrop for a truly unforgettable evening of connection, conversation and celebration. Ushering in a new chapter for how premium residences are designed, experienced and let in Cambridge.
A curated celebration of craft, calm and design-led rental living
Stepping through the gates and into the light-filled entranceway, residents, partners, and friends of the brand were welcomed by the friendly faces of the Babouris team, who invited them to experience a new standard in Cambridge rental living.
Following the flowing curves of the main staircase up into the warm glow of one of two penthouse apartments, guests were greeted by the inviting sound of contemporary harp music and cocktails shaken to order at the gold bar. Venturing out onto the spacious balcony, guests were afforded a quiet moment to pause and take in the remarkable surroundings, before returning inside to try their hand at screen printing with local artist, Adam Bridgland, and enjoy delicious canapés by chef Mike Sutton.
After taking a moment to catch their breath, guests were invited to tour one of the furnished ground floor apartments, exploring the refined design language and the spacious layout. Conversation flowed throughout the evening, centered not only on the finishes and furnishings, but exploring how residences such as these go beyond utility, offering a sense of belonging and a place to foster community.
“It’s been an absolute pleasure to welcome our guests and our community, and to see these apartments brought to life.”
Design rooted in harmony
Thoughtfully designed with the modern renter in mind, 174 Hills Road is quietly confident. effortlessly elegant, and unmistakably Cambridge. The apartments are quiet and calm, blending modern architecture with warm, tactile materials and bespoke detailing, featuring curved internal walls, hand-finished timber joinery, and stone-topped kitchens by Naked Kitchens.
Each apartment offers either a large private garden enclosed by Cambridge Yellow Stock Brick and slatted timber fencing, or a generous balcony overlooking unexpectedly green views for such a central location. In the downstairs suites, sunlight filters through the surrounding trees casting soft, sun-dappled patterns across the west-facing courtyards and interiors. As Babouris Design Director, Isabella Fernandez describes it, “It’s all about harmony. You’ve got clean lines and beautiful little details. Everything is so well considered in this space”.
This luxury does not come at the cost of liveability, with each apartment featuring generous storage space and seamlessly integrated utilities, balancing function and finish for homes that support daily routines while maintaining a refined aesthetic. Beneath your feet, sustainably sourced herringbone timber flooring runs throughout, warmed by underfloor heating powered by low-carbon air source heat pumps.
“Whether you’re in the penthouse or the ground floor suites, everything has been curated to take you away from the hustle and bustle of the city.”
A shifting rental market
For our CEO and Founder, Alex Babouris, 174 Hills Road is a timely response to a clear gap in the Cambridge rental landscape. “I think the premium rental market in Cambridge is massively untapped,” Alex shares. “We’re used to seeing standard, basic rental accommodation, but modern renters deserve more than that. They want spaces with personality and homes that they can put their stamp on. Not just square, white boxes that you’ve seen a hundred times before”.
That belief runs deep at Babouris. So much so, that interior design has been brought fully in-house to ensure that every project, whether co-living spaces or premium developments like this, uphold our core values of quality, community and attention to detail.
“We’re selective about the partners we work with,” Alex continues. “Their ethos has to align with our culture, and ultimately, we want to work with people that really care about modern renters and delivering products that serve their needs”.
At 174 Hills Road, the shared ethos between Babouris and the developer shines through in every detail. For those developing premium residences in Cambridge, it’s a reminder of what’s possible when the renter is considered from the outset. At Babouris, we continue to work closely with our partners to bring purposeful developments to life and connect them with the people who will call these properties home.
“Ultimately, we want to work with people that really care about modern renters and delivering products that serve their needs.”
A new chapter
With exclusive instruction on all 6 apartments, Babouris is not only leading the lettings process, but setting a precedent for the way premium rental is managed in Cambridge. This is the first in a series of open-house events, with more hallmark sites due to join the Babouris portfolio in the coming months.
If you’re bringing premium homes to market and looking for a partner who understands both design and the modern renter, we’d welcome a conversation to explore how Babouris might support your development.
Lush landscapes viewed from the balconies