Flat Apartment, Basing Street, London

Just a stone’s throw away from Portobello Road, there’s an unexpected sense of quietude to Basing Street. Set across the lower-ground floor of a classic Notting Hill townhouse, this one-bedroom lateral apartment brings a contemporary sensibility to its period framework. Thanks to a complete recent renovation, the home now stands as a calm, energy-efficient retreat defined by a warm interior palette and reams of natural light – with the best of Notting Hill on its doorstep.

Engineered oak flooring draws you through the entrance hallway and into the reception room, where soft pink walls by Farrow & Ball create a welcoming atmosphere. Clean architectural lines, integrated shelving and considered lighting are a refined backdrop for the convivial setting.

Beyond, the kitchen and dining space unfolds beneath a generous rooflight and full-width glazing. Tactility abounds with European oak cabinetry by Holte Studio, honed quartz worktops and brushed brass fittings. Integrated appliances are seamlessly concealed, while a Forecrete microcement floor with underfloor heating adds a bold flair. Sliding glass doors blur the boundary between inside and out, opening onto a private courtyard garden – a secluded suntrap tailor-made for summertime entertaining, enhanced further with outdoor lighting and power points.

The bedroom continues the home’s tranquil palette, washed in a soft blue Farrow & Ball hue and illuminated by a hardwood-framed double-glazed bay window. Bespoke wardrobes provide streamlined storage, while the bathroom introduces a playful contrast: Daisy-patterned floor tiles by Ca’ Pietra sit alongside brushed brass fittings and an elegant walk-in shower enclosed by an arched glass screen.

Basing Street puts you within easy reach of the neighbourhood’s best shops, eateries and institutions. The infamous Portobello Road beckons with its antiques markets, food stalls and Electric Cinema for movie nights, while the upmarket stretch of Westbourne Grove is lined with renowned boutiques and wellness spots. Organic produce can be sourced at Sally Clarke’s or Daylesford Farm Shop, while there’s an abundance of eateries to gather in: from Ria’s and Dorian, to The Tin Shed, The Cow and Gold.

Ladbroke Grove - 6 mins (Circle, Hammersmith & City)
Notting Hill Gate - 17 mins (Circle, Central, District)