Sterndale Road

A bold yet sensitive transformation of a four-storey Victorian terrace in Hammersmith, this family home was completely reimagined in collaboration with The Vawdrey House, blending period charm with expressive, modern interventions.

A substantial new basement was excavated to create a lounge, guest suite and concealed utility spaces, accessed via a dramatic entrance framed in blackened timber. Here, a rich material palette and carefully layered lighting create a quiet contrast to the bright, open-plan living above. A bespoke wine store is discreetly integrated, offering both function and a sense of luxury.

At ground level, a new rear and side-return extension, clad in warm horizontal timber, forms the heart of the home. Polished concrete floors, industrial-style glazing, and a sculptural island bring clarity and rhythm to the kitchen and dining space, which opens directly onto the courtyard garden beyond.

While contemporary lines and bold material choices define the lower levels, the upper floors retain a more traditional language. Period joinery, restored cornices, and a classic stair balustrade honour the home’s original character, creating a refined yet relaxed environment for family life.

The result is a confident, quietly layered home where modernity and tradition sit in considered harmony—each enhancing the other.