Located at 12 Calais Street in Southwark, within the Minet Estate Conservation Area of the London Borough of Lambeth, the Calais Street House by Paolo Cossu Architects beautifully merges Victorian charm with contemporary design. Overlooking the picturesque Myatt’s Fields Park, this three-storey Victorian terraced house has been thoughtfully extended to create a harmonious and stylish home.
Originally, the home was a 1960s detached house in Crystal Palace, situated at the end of a leafy cul-de-sac. It stood among mature trees and close neighbors. Although the family needed more space as they grew, the existing house was narrow, had low ceilings, and felt cramped. It also lacked a true connection to the outdoors.
From the street, House of the Elements seems like a typical late-19th-century London terrace. Yet behind its traditional Victorian facade lies a transformed interior that feels more like a calming sanctuary than a city home. Designed by Neil Dusheiko Architects for a young professional couple, this project embraces a spa-like atmosphere, open space, and close connections to nature.
Beaconsfield House, designed by John Pardey Architects, stands shoulder-to-shoulder with a row of suburban neighbors that lean toward a certain mass-produced historicism—sometimes affectionately, sometimes derisively, termed “Tescobethan.”
Chilham House, a prominent Edwardian Villa fronting a grade II listed park, is nestled within two-thirds of an acre. The newly added two-storey extension, designed with simplicity and an open-plan concept, seamlessly blends indoor living with the beauty of its natural surroundings.
Nestled among the classic Victorian terraces of West Hampstead, Minty House was transformed to create a spacious, cohesive, and unique home. This project included a full refurbishment and a kitchen extension to expand into the side return and improve the connection to the garden.
The West London House project, led by Tom St Aubyn, transformed a once-deteriorating property into a stylish and comfortable family home. Originally, the house was plagued by structural issues, shaking every time vehicles passed by, creating an uncomfortable living environment.
Set in the scenic village of South Kelsey, near the Lincolnshire Wolds, the Old Rectory Residence by ID Architecture offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern design. Surrounded by 8 secluded acres, this peaceful sanctuary features serene ponds, a grassy paddock, a wooded spinney, and spacious gardens to the north and east, creating a beautiful, tranquil environment.
