Overview
This four-bedroom Victorian terrace is an exceptional example of modernisation done well. Artfully renovated by its architect owner for himself and his family, it is one of the most elegant and considerately designed homes to…
This four-bedroom Victorian terrace is an exceptional example of modernisation done well. Artfully renovated by its architect owner for himself and his family, it is one of the most elegant and considerately designed homes to come to the market in Hackney in recent years.
The bones of this characterful period property create a soulful backdrop for the thoughtful improvements that have been lovingly carried out throughout. The result is a clever balance of thrilling architectural grandeur and simple practicality, making it the ultimate, modern family home.
The smart reinterpretation of the space can be noticed as soon as you enter the house; the ground floor living areas can be easily shut off from the rest of the house by a sliding pocket door - useful when entertaining and not wishing to disturb smaller members of the family upstairs.
The ground floor's two reception rooms have been opened up to reveal an elegant living space, with bespoke carpentry providing clever - and attractive - storage in this area. This leads through to the home's focal point: an incredible kitchen and entertaining volume that's been achieved through the assertive removal of a first-floor room.
The dramatic, double height ceilings and the beautifully bold use of glazing give this space its clout and character. A fully glazed ceiling floods the kitchen workspace with light, while tri-fold doors connect the inside area seamlessly with the south-facing garden beyond.
The owner's spirited approach is evident here; the kitchen and entertaining space is overlooked by the family bathroom, which has a window that opens out into the void above the dining table. It's one of the many playful punches this home pulls that give the simple acts of family life much joy.
The four double bedrooms - one of which has its own adjacent bathroom - are spread across the first and second floors, and incorporate the same confident use of high quality, simple materials and considered colour palette as the communal living spaces, creating a cohesive and calming environment for all.
Ashenden Road is a lovely residential street in Clapton, E5. The fantastic independent shops, cafes and restaurants of Chatsworth Road and Lower Clapton Road are walking distance away, as are the large green spaces of Hackney Marshes and Victoria Park. Homerton Station (London Overground) is a 10-minute walk away and the area is well serviced by London's buses.
The bones of this characterful period property create a soulful backdrop for the thoughtful improvements that have been lovingly carried out throughout. The result is a clever balance of thrilling architectural grandeur and simple practicality, making it the ultimate, modern family home.
The smart reinterpretation of the space can be noticed as soon as you enter the house; the ground floor living areas can be easily shut off from the rest of the house by a sliding pocket door - useful when entertaining and not wishing to disturb smaller members of the family upstairs.
The ground floor's two reception rooms have been opened up to reveal an elegant living space, with bespoke carpentry providing clever - and attractive - storage in this area. This leads through to the home's focal point: an incredible kitchen and entertaining volume that's been achieved through the assertive removal of a first-floor room.
The dramatic, double height ceilings and the beautifully bold use of glazing give this space its clout and character. A fully glazed ceiling floods the kitchen workspace with light, while tri-fold doors connect the inside area seamlessly with the south-facing garden beyond.
The owner's spirited approach is evident here; the kitchen and entertaining space is overlooked by the family bathroom, which has a window that opens out into the void above the dining table. It's one of the many playful punches this home pulls that give the simple acts of family life much joy.
The four double bedrooms - one of which has its own adjacent bathroom - are spread across the first and second floors, and incorporate the same confident use of high quality, simple materials and considered colour palette as the communal living spaces, creating a cohesive and calming environment for all.
Ashenden Road is a lovely residential street in Clapton, E5. The fantastic independent shops, cafes and restaurants of Chatsworth Road and Lower Clapton Road are walking distance away, as are the large green spaces of Hackney Marshes and Victoria Park. Homerton Station (London Overground) is a 10-minute walk away and the area is well serviced by London's buses.
