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Perfectly positioned on a leafy corner in Queen’s Park, this end-of-terrace Victorian home had been overtaken by nature until its recent renovation. Using the ivy and wild greenery that once enveloped the house as inspiration, the architects developed a design language that evokes gentle nostalgia and softness. Sustainability was a central focus, with measures such as reusing the original red bricks in the extension and reconfiguring them to create a contemporary finish.

Entry to the home is via the side of the plot, allowing for an expansive hallway. Handcrafted dark-oak double doors with a geometric design that references 1960s Italian interiors, open into the generous living space, completed with a comforting wood-burning stove. Timber floorboards run underfoot, drawing the eye toward the three distinctive living zones that have been created. Alongside a more formal living room, there is a lowered TV/family area that leads through to the modern intervention at the rear. Cleverly reconfigured to expand the footprint and create an exceptionally wide space, the kitchen sits in the side return, which has been extended on both sides of the house.

Special attention has been paid to the material and colour palette throughout, with each room given its own story. The sandy hue of Farrow & Ball’s Jitney acts as an anchor for bolder shades such as Etruscan Red and Lichen Green from the same beloved paint brand. In the kitchen, Minoli floor tiles with underfloor heating are perfectly offset by the cream Dekton worktops and Claybrook tiles. The bespoke cabinetry houses a brass Quooker tap and a Lacanche range cooker, and a built-in pantry is subtly positioned by the entrance to the room. There is also a WC and utility room neatly tucked away. The south-facing orientation and abundance of glazing fills the kitchen and dining room with plenty of natural light.

Outside, the garden design by Matt Wright, seeks to evoke the atmosphere of an archaeological ruin and contains both weathered and calm elements. The rugged beauty of the sand-toned stones is offset by the verdant evergreens for a truly unique vista.

On the first floor, the principal suite sits at the front of the plan. Its elegant layout includes a generous dressing room leading through to the sleeping area and en suite. The beautifully designed bathroom is wrapped in Calacatta Rose marble and fitted with Lefroy Brooks fixtures, complemented by a freestanding bath. There are three further bedrooms on this floor, one with built-in wardrobes, as well as a shower room featuring a handcrafted vanity and mirror.

Ascending to the loft, an additional bedroom has been created along with a play area tucked beneath the pitched roof. In keeping with the home’s bold design, a black-and-white octagonal-tiled bathroom completes the exceptional aesthetic.