Baltic Quay, Gateshead Quays, Tyne & Wear. This penthouse has views of the Sage, a Gateshead landmark, and the bridges over the Tyne. The main living areas are open plan with floor-to-ceiling windows, a contemporary fireplace and balcony. 3 beds, 2 baths, 2 parking spaces. £695,000 Sanderson Young 0191-223 3500.
The Penthouse, Cadogan Place, Knightsbridge, London SW1. This penthouse in a Georgian house has a conservatory with a sliding roof. 4 beds, 4 baths, 2 dressing rooms, 2 receps, chef's kitchen, family kitchen, staff bedroom, communal garden. £14.25m Strutt & Parker 020-7235 9959.
Execution Dock House, London E1W. A penthouse in a Grade II-listed converted warehouse that retains its vaulted ceilings and exposed beams and brickwork. The open-plan living area has a riverside balcony. 2 beds, 2 baths, underground parking. £3.65m Cluttons 020-7488 4858.
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Tribeca, New York, US. This penthouse has a landscaped roof terrace with a Jacuzzi and views to the Empire State Building and Freedom Tower. It has a custom-designed kitchen and a living area with a fireplace. 2 beds, 2 baths, shared access to gym. $6,995,000 (£4.64m) Halstead Property +1 (212) 381 3226.
Montevetro, Battersea Church Road, London SW11. A penthouse in a riverside development by architect Richard Rogers. It has triple-height ceilings and large windows. 3 beds, 3 baths, open-plan recep, utility, mezzanine, 3 terraces, 2 balconies, 2 parking places, 24-hour concierge, residents' gym and tennis court. £7.5m Savills 020-3402 1900.
Florence, Italy. A penthouse in the centre of Florence with rooftop terraces providing 360 views of the city. It has glass walls, a fireplace and two balconies with views over the River Arno. 3 beds, 3 baths, 2 receps, library, 3 beds, 3 baths, guest room, garden, Jacuzzi. €3m (£2.1m) Precious Villas 020-7467 5330.
The Loft, The Pottery, Warfleet Creek, Dartmouth. This Grade II-listed building overlooking the River Dart has been converted into flats and the remaining 3,500 sq foot loft space now has plans for four en-suite beds, an open-plan living area and two parking spaces. The building retains its vaulted beamed ceilings and round and oval windows. £450,000 Savills 01548-800462.
The Penthouse, The Old Gaol, Abingdon, Oxfordshire. This penthouse on the banks of the Thames has a large terrace with panoramic views. It has wood floors and floor-to-ceiling windows. 2 beds, 2 baths, open-plan living area, 2 parking spaces, communal gardens and riverside mooring. £995,000 John D Wood & Co 01865-311522.
