![]() A pair of built-in, one-of-a-kind wardrobes with beautifully intricate inlay panels, which originally formed part of an antique room divider, are nested between the cast-iron fireplace and mantel. Painted an enveloping green, ‘Hunter Dunn’ by Paint & Paper Library, the room feels secluded and comforting. The wonderfully proportioned main bedroom is set at the front of the plan, with a further large bay window overlooking the street. The stairs are dressed with a smart sisal Roger Oates runner in deep red tones, which complement the wall colour and the red brick exterior of the house. A Smeg range oven is nestled within a cosy nook, with a splashback lined with emerald green hand-fired tiles adding a playful pop of colour.Ī flight of stairs with original teak bannisters ascends to the first floor. A large ceramic sink, surrounded by the honed black granite counter top, both also by DeVol, are lit by natural light from overhead. Grey-blue DeVol cabinetry and a matching island contrast pleasingly with the walls and offer ample storage. Velux skylights run along the side return, casting a warm glow over the pastel pink walls painted in ‘Setting Plaster’ by Farrow & Ball. An incredible quality of light is drawn in from the full-height, south-facing Crittall windows framing views to the verdant trellised garden beyond. Here, dark-stained engineered oak floorboards with underfloor heating blend naturally with the existing floors. The kitchen is set into the extension at the back of the plan. ![]() There is also an in-built laundry and storage area, as well as a WC on this floor hidden behind a bespoke secret door that also acts as a column of bookshelves. The colour scheme, original detailed cornicing and ceiling rose also feature in this second living room. Original double doors open into the adjoining living room, where two bookshelves flank a second fireplace with a lovely patina that will naturally develop over time. A cast-iron fireplace surrounded by a painted mantel with corbels creates a focal point, and the original floorboards have been sanded and oiled, adding warmth. New wainscoting has been added to the walls, enhancing the original ceiling rose and detailed cornicing that runs the room’s perimeter. The ceiling is painted in a deep green, adding dramatic contrast to the pastel walls this is complemented by the black window reveal and matching double doors, creating a clever sense of cohesion. At the front of the plan is a sitting room, a calm space finished in chalky shades of pistachio and cream with a large bay window that overlooks Hubert Grove. Behind a charming low wrought-iron gate, a black-and-white chequerboard tiled path leads to a deep green front door decorated with a generous transom light above.Įntry is to the hallway, where the walls are two-toned, in deep, earth hues, punctuated by original dado rail detailing. The houses on the road are built from yellow stock brick and have segmental red brick arches, decorative trims and large bay windows. ![]() Hubert Grove is a leafy tree-lined street nestled in the heart of the Stockwell ‘triangle’, less than 15 minute’s walk from the centres of Stockwell, Brixton and Clapham. A recent extension adds plenty of extra entertaining space at the back of the house and leads to a bright and secluded south-facing garden chock full of mature shrubs and greenery. Period proportions define the colourful interiors, where a playful palette brings a contemporary touch to the original features, such as detailed cornicing and impressive fireplaces. This handsome four double-bedroom house on Hubert Grove is in the middle of a wonderful Victorian terrace just behind the Stockwell Green conservation area. ![]()
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