Spruce Apartments IV
The Modern House | Architecture
by tmh
1M ago
This two-bedroom apartment with a large private balcony is positioned on the first floor of the Amin Taha-designed Spruce Apartments. Exceptionally well-located, the distinctive building sits between Stoke Newington and Dalston and has featured extensively in the design press for its innovative use of materials. This apartment reaches over 750 sq ft internally, with creatively designed and flexible south-facing living spaces. The Building Spruce Apartments was completed in 2016. The building has featured in The Architects’ Journal, Domus and Dezeen, and was shortlisted for the Stirling prize ..read more
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The Beaux Arts Building IV
The Modern House | Architecture
by tmh
6M ago
This fantastic two-bedroom duplex apartment is positioned on the top floor of the Beaux Arts Building in Manor Gardens, Islington. The apartment has been completely renovated by the architect owner in recent years, creating a set of bright, flexible living spaces with access to a dreamy roof terrace. The building has three private courtyard gardens for residents, as well as a 24-hour concierge, a gym, a sauna, a steam room, bike storage facilities and designated parking. Manor Gardens is within easy reach of the delights of Holloway, Tufnell Park, Archway and Islington, with nearby Underground ..read more
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King Henry’s Walk
The Modern House | Architecture
by Rumer Neill
11M ago
Unfolding behind the façade of a traditional Victorian cottage, this impeccable two-bedroom home has been meticulously executed by the current architect owner. Utterly contemporary in its interior nature yet simultaneously sensitive to its 19th-century origins, the home within has been carefully considered throughout. A simple, fresh palette of light tones allows the materials – terrazzo, solid ash, polished concrete – to take centre stage. There is an expansive garden at the rear, and the house is within easy reach of Dalston, Stoke Newington, Highbury and Islington. The Building Once a pair ..read more
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Brunel Road
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by tmh
1y ago
This spectacular former factory is set back from Brunel Road, within a private gated mews between Bermondsey and Canada Water. The space, which is of rare expanse, has been gently ushered into a state of modern living by the current owners with absolute sensitivity to its industrial past. Its 5,110 sq ft plan contains five bedrooms, an entirely open-plan second floor with a large roof garden, off-street parking, and a brilliant nine-seater cinema, purported to have one of the country’s finest cinematic sound systems. The Tour At the front of the house is a cobbled, south-facing courtyard garde ..read more
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Regent’s Park Road
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by tmh
1y ago
Forming part of an important Grade II-listed building designed by Ernő Goldfinger, this wonderfully proportioned three-bedroom apartment is located on Regent’s Park Road. The third-floor apartment has a south-facing balcony and access to a beautiful communal garden. The building is one of Goldfinger’s first post-war works, built between 1954-56, and marks the first stage of his progression from the restrained modern classicism of his Willow Road terrace towards the tougher, exposed grid, which was to go on to dominate his later iconic works. The Building As described in the Historic England li ..read more
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Modling House
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by Rumer Neill
1y ago
Please note that we are unaware of any mortgage providers currently lending on this estate. This modernist apartment is positioned on the twelfth floor of Modling House, the most renowned building in Skinner, Baily & Lubetkin’s noted Cranbrook Estate. With wonderful, elevated views across Victoria Park and towards the City, this one-bedroom apartment has been maintained and restored to an exceptional standard. The Cranbrook Estate was completed in 1966 and is much admired for the pioneering architects’ typically inventive exterior, with green-painted panels set against a brick facade. The ..read more
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Hebden House
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by tmh
1y ago
Built in 1973 to the plans of the Canadian architect C J W Haines, this expansive five-bedroom house occupies an exceptional rural location in the heart of the Buckinghamshire countryside. The house is positioned at the edge of the sought-after village of Chalfont St Peter, and central London is reachable from nearby Gerrards Cross by train in under 20 minutes. The house has seen extensive modernisation in recent years, expanding to just under 3,500 sq ft of internal living space spanning two storeys, with half an acre of beautifully landscaped gardens. The Tour A private gated driveway separa ..read more
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Southwood Park
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by Rumer Neill
1y ago
Positioned within one of Highgate’s most notable modernist buildings, this split-level studio apartment has been carefully renovated by the current owner; it was designed by Robert Maxwell for Douglas Stephen & Partners in 1965. Wonderful original features have been preserved, including full-height sliding doors that open to a south-facing balcony, and sensitive contemporary additions introduced. Behind Southwood Park lie expansive communal gardens, which are home to mature trees, beautifully planted borders and a heated residents’ swimming pool. There is a 24-hour porter/concierge service ..read more
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Sinclair Place
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by Rumer Neill
1y ago
This excellent two-bedroom house forms part of a small collection designed by renowned architects Chance de Silva. The semi-detached house unfolds over two levels, with a south-facing patio garden at the rear. It occupies a secluded position in Lewisham, within easy reach of both Ladywell and Brockley; Ladywell Fields and Hilly Fields are both within easy walking distance, as are the much-loved restaurants, bars and markets of this pocket of south London. The Architects Chance de Silva specialises in contemporary one-off houses. Their expressive work is characterised by the use of bold forms a ..read more
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Spa Heights
The Modern House | Architecture
by Rumer Neill
1y ago
Situated on the second floor of a former industrial building in Exmouth Market, this apartment has been meticulously realised by architect Felicity Bell. Incredibly versatile, the design makes use of sliding doors that allow the plan to be changed as required, creating a second bedroom and concealing an office space. This engenders a wonderful sense of flow and openness throughout, which is aided by the triple-aspect nature of the main living spaces. The apartment overlooks the greenery of Spa Fields and is perfectly positioned for access to Clerkenwell, Farringdon and Islington. The Tour Occu ..read more
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