Appartement Plat, Golborne Road, Londres

On a colourful street defined by its vibrant spirit and local community sits an elegant, whitewashed façade. Here, a first-floor apartment provides a new playbook for modern life. Bright interiors and pared-back design allow the architectural features to do the talking.

An open-plan kitchen and reception room is a sanctum of light, complete with dual-aspect sash windows. The space is naturally zoned courtesy of its L-shape form, with an understated palette of textural Bauwerk chalk lime paint and smooth marble. The curved arches of recessed shelving carefully break more linear spaces to add softness. A contemporary kitchen features an Elica glass induction hob, an Abode sink with Studio Ore tap and Arabescato rose marble worktops - matching the windowsills in the living area.

Micro cement floors span the entire space and lead to a suntrap balcony. Adjacent, a peaceful bedroom awaits. Dual full-height French windows illuminate the restful setting. Fitted storage frames the bed space, with minimalist shell wall lighting recalling that in the reception room. A soothing en suite bathroom features a rainfall shower, zellige tiles by Burt and May and a hand-crafted poured concrete basin. The apartment benefits from a WarmUp heating system, conveniently controlled via touch screens.

A haven for artists and aesthetes, Golborne Road is a destination for antiques, boutiques and showrooms. After an afternoon browsing vintage clothing on Portobello Road, grab a bite to eat at Lisboa Patisserie, Golborne Deli or Caia. Take a trip to nearby Museum of Brands or wander to the Tabernacle for theatre, dine at The Ledbury then be home in 10. For leafy walks, Athlone Gardens and Emslie Horniman’s Pleasance Park are also nearby. The tube is a short distance to get you into central London and beyond.

Westbourne Park - 8 mins (Circle, Hammersmith & City)