Millionaires' flats for Centre Point

The West End’s most panoramic flats — expected to sell for millions of pounds — are set to be built at the top of the famous Centre Point tower under plans being discussed with Camden council.

Property developer Mike Hussey has launched the first stage of planning discussions to convert the concrete tower into luxury apartments at the top with shops and restaurants at its base, the Evening Standard has learned.

Talks between his Almacantar team and the council will be delicate because the 1960s building, home to the CBI, is listed, so English Heritage will be closely involved.

Hussey, the former Land Securities London boss, said: “We are trying to revive a 1960s icon. It was an icon, but a flawed icon and we think residential is the best use to maintain its long-term future.”

It is thought, after close consultation, Almacantar will submit a planning application in the next two months.

The 34-storey Centre Point was designed by Richard Seifert with the funding of speculator Harry Hyams and has been the cause of controversy since its completion in 1966.