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.
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 Green Machine Flat by SUPRBLK Studio redefines living in a compact East London studio flat. Designed to adapt to various needs—sleeping, eating, working, and relaxing—this space balances functionality with bold, playful design.
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.
In Muswell Hill, North London, Mulroy Architects undertook the refurbishment of a Victorian family home, increasing the available floor space by 25%. The challenge was to maximize the space while preserving the property’s original architectural features, especially the charming Victorian bay window at the rear.
Homeowners Caroline and Alan faced a unique decision: move to Australia for its sun-soaked alfresco living or stay in their beloved London. Opting to remain, they engaged Mulroy Architects to address their home’s lack of natural light and restricted views due to a north-facing garden and a shadowed rear façade.
