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Putney Pantry House: Victorian Elegance Meets Modern Design

Modern kitchen with pink cabinets, large island, and glass wall overlooking a courtyard.

Explore the transformation of Putney Pantry House, a Victorian terrace in London, masterfully redesigned in 2023 by Rider Stirland Architects. Once a dim and outdated property, it now stands as a beacon of flexible family living, blending traditional Victorian charm with modern flair.

The heart of this home is its open-plan kitchen and dining area, seamlessly connected to a lush courtyard garden. This architectural marvel not only respects the original structure’s integrity but also introduces contemporary elements like a glass roof and bespoke joinery, making it a perfect blend of old and new.

Highgate House: Emil Eve’s Modern Twist on London Terrace

Modern kitchen with island, open shelving, and staircase.

Highgate House, a five-storey Edwardian terraced house in London’s leafy Highgate Conservation Area, emerges as a masterpiece of modern design by Emil Eve Architects. Ingeniously transformed in 2022, this home now features a double height atrium and a geometric brick extension, blending family-friendly spaces with striking architectural surprises. Emil Eve’s expertise in terraced housing restoration shines through in this warm, open-plan sanctuary, offering a perfect blend of traditional charm and contemporary elegance.

Chelsea Brut: The Modernist Rebirth of a Brutalist Townhouse

Chelsea Brut: The Modernist Rebirth of a Brutalist Townhouse

Discover “Chelsea Brut” in London, a breathtaking revival of a brutalist townhouse by Pricegore. This modernist gem, nestled in the historic Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, seamlessly blends its Victorian roots with contemporary family living. Pricegore‘s ingenious use of space, complemented by raw materials and lush gardens, redefines the townhouse while enhancing its thermal efficiency and energy sustainability.

With a nod to mid-century Brazilian architecture, Chelsea Brut stands as a testament to the timeless appeal of thoughtfully conserved modernist design.

Stepped Loft: A Modern Twist on Victorian London

Stepped Loft: A Modern Twist on Victorian London

Step into the Stepped Loft, an ingeniously extended Victorian terraced house in southeast London, brought to life by Andre Kong Studio in 2022. This loft transformation caters to the evolving needs of a growing family and the shift to permanent remote work.

The design smartly echoes the house’s original L-shape, featuring a series of stepped brick volumes that house new bedrooms, a study, and a bathroom.

McDowall Road: A Contemporary Extension in Historic Camberwell

McDowall Road: A Contemporary Extension in Historic Camberwell

In Camberwell, London — a district renowned for its rich Victorian heritage — McDowall Road boasts a harmonious blend of the old and new. Designed by Rider Stirland Architects in 2021, this contemporary extension breathes life into its Victorian interiors by seamlessly merging high-ceilinged rooms with a luminous and modern kitchen.

The interplay between polished concrete floors and traditional herringbone parquet, coupled with the brilliant influx of sunlight through its glazed roof, paints a tableau of nostalgic elegance dancing with cutting-edge design.

House in Hampstead: A 1926 Detached Home’s Modern Transformation

House in Hampstead: A 1926 Detached Home’s Modern Transformation

In the heart of London’s esteemed Hampstead, Mark Zudini masterfully revitalized the House in Hampstead, an extension to a historic detached house built in 1926.

With the prime objective of crafting a timeless ambiance, Zudini seamlessly blended the home’s rich history with modern design elements, resulting in spaces both warm and grand—perfect for gatherings large and small.

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