PROPERTY
25 The Upper Ground Floor was completely
reconfigured by way of removing the corridor
between the rooms, which freed up valuable
space width-wise. A smaller entrance hall,
opening onto the formal living/dining
room that led onto a new contemporary
conservatory, was created, for which
planning permission was sought and granted
to replace the existing conservatory.

The footprint of the Upper Ground Floor was
increased by extending out over the Lower
Ground Floor where the building returned.

The traditional sash window was replaced
with a full height, full width, a fixed window
allowing for long views of the garden. The
impact of extending this small area allowed
for better flow in the dining room, making the
space feel more comfortable and cohesive.

consideration required to how the dynamics
and flow of the spaces would feel. The
direction adopted throughout was eclectic,
with elements of mid-century, contemporary,
industrial, and traditional styling all coming
together. Existing Layout
The property consisted of c. 2,800 sq ft laid
out over 5 floors.

The existing Lower Ground Floor featured a
kitchen/dining area opening onto the garden.

The existing Upper Ground Floor consisted of
a sizable entrance hall, a small study, and a
later, non-original addition of a Victorian-style
conservatory, all accessed via a long corridor.

There was a small guest WC on the half
landing between the Upper Ground Floor and
the First Floor.

The existing First Floor enjoyed high ceilings
and housed the grand formal reception
room featuring a pair of full-height windows
overlooking the front of the property. There
was a smaller, second reception room
towards the back.

The existing Second Floor consisted of a
master bedroom with an ensuite bathroom
and a small dressing room.

On the existing Third Floor, there were 2
further bedrooms and a family bathroom.

Amended Layout
In reconfiguring the property for family
living, it was decided to amend the layout as
follows. On the Lower Ground Floor, a boot room
was created by dividing off a section at the
front, which allowed for plenty of storage for
everyday coats and shoes. It also had the
advantage that it could be accessed from the
street via the basement light well, making it
ideal for everyday family use. The boot room
connected to the open plan kitchen, dining,
and family living area, which in turn opened
onto the garden at the rear of the property.

The First Floor was re-configured into a
master suite, consisting of a master bedroom,
dressing room, and ensuite bathroom.

The Second Floor was reconfigured to create
2 bedrooms and a family bathroom, and
featured a sizable utility cupboard.

The Third Floor was re-configured with a
guest bedroom, home office, and a shower
room. Lower Ground Floor
The Lower Ground Floor was designed for
family living and was kept largely open plan,
zoning the space as a boot room, kitchen,
dining area, casual study, and family living
area.