An Edwardian apartment with a striking contemporary extension has come to market in Willesden Green.
The two-bedroom home pairs period character with bold modern design, from its red brick façade, stained-glass windows, large bay windows and mosaic floor tiles, to a creative kitchen and dining room extension by Copenhagen- and London-based James Alder Architects.
The property also comes with design pedigree: it received two accolades in 2023, the RIBA London Small Project of the Year Award and the RIBA London Award.
Set back from the road behind a low parapet wall and tall green hedges — a classic Edwardian detail — the apartment immediately feels private and secluded. The lush greenery creates a striking contrast against the handsome red-brick façade, while a communal front door leads directly into the apartment’s entrance
Inside, an unusually airy hallway is laid with chequered black-and-white floor tiles. From here, the principal bedroom suite and the family bathroom sit to the right, while the reception room lies just beyond.
The bedroom is painted in a deep forest green and features a large bay window with stained-glass panels – the perfect spot for a vanity table or dresser – while original pine floorboards run underfoot and continue into the living room.
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In the large living room, a restored Carrara marble fireplace forms the elegant focal point, framed by two alcoves, fitted with bespoke shaker cabinetry offering ample storage. At the back, French doors open out into the garden and allow natural light to pour into the space.
Further into the apartment is the second bedroom and a striking modern extension inspired by Victorian greenhouses and ancillary garden buildings. Home to the kitchen, dining area and a compact office with a built-in desk, the space is characterised by clean architectural lines and a tactile material palette of blockwork and concrete.
A striking cobalt blue kitchen sits confidently within the bright white-walled space, complete with a steel stove and extractor hood. While a clear departure from the home’s period detailing, the design still feels cohesive, helped by terracotta floor tiles that subtly echo the building’s red-brick façade.
At the rear, a large window and sliding door connect the interior to the patio beyond, creating a seamless flow between the inside and out, while drawing in plenty of natural light.
This property is on the market with The Modern House for a guide price of £950,000.
