House, Aldridge Road Villas, London

On a quiet corner of Notting Hill, Aldridge Road Villas makes a sophisticated impression with its blonde-brick and beige stucco exterior. Inside, architectural interventions by Ben Smith Architects have reintroduced light and space across four impressive floors.

Past a refined façade, a spacious entrance gives way to a reception room of striking proportions. Vibrantly illuminated from a large bay window, neutral tones showcase an array of heritage features from cornicing to architrave. Light wooden flooring spans the space, sweeping through into an additional lounge. A character-filled setting to recline or entertain, natural light is afforded through two sets of floor-to-ceiling French doors.

Across the lower ground floor, dialled-back design styles a sprawling open-plan kitchen, dining and reception room. Conceived with a soothing material palette, a bespoke kitchen pairs soft sage cabinetry with Fisher & Paykel appliances, while a trio of lights crown an expansive wooden island. Beyond, two monolithic skylights flood natural light across a spacious dining area. From here, panels of glazing draw back to a picturesque private garden.

Inhabiting the entire first floor, a sprawling principal bedroom suite features a peaceful palette and generous light, plus a wall of fitted wardrobes. An indulgent dressing area occupies the opposite side, leading the way to a luxurious en suite bathroom fitted with a bathtub, rainfall shower and dual vanity.

Three further bedrooms sit on the second floor, each softly lit from sash windows. One benefits from its own en suite bathroom, while the others share access to a family bathroom. One further bedroom can be found on the flower ground floor, conveniently served by an adjacent shower room.

Within strolling distance of Golborne Road and Portobello Market, Aldridge Road Villas is moments away from the best of Notting Hill. Spend the weekends browsing the antiques and food stalls, or with a walk along the canal to Little Venice, picking up supplies from Golborne Deli & Wine Store on the way back. You’re spoilt for choice for dining options here – Straker’s, Laylow and Caractère are all on the doorstep. Offering live music nights and lazy Sunday movies, complete your evening at neighbourhood staple, The Pelican.

Westbourne Park – 2 mins (Circle, Hammersmith & City)