East London Whole House Renovation in Classical Style
Sarah and Matthew purchased their Victorian terraced house in East London with the vision of transforming it into a spacious five-bedroom family home. Their brief to Model Projects included a full house renovation, a side-to-rear ground floor extension, a loft conversion, and updated mechanical and electrical services including modern heating and lighting systems.
Project Type: Renovation and Extension
Project Profile: The expansion of terrace house including side annex extension and full loft conversion in East London
Location: East London
Build Time: 6 months
A key design principle was to preserve and celebrate the property’s original period features while introducing contemporary touches to suit modern family living.
On the ground floor, the existing living and dining rooms were opened up to form a generous, formal lounge — ideal for relaxing and entertaining. To the rear, the side-return extension created a bright, open-plan kitchen, dining, and seating area. The kitchen features sleek white units complemented by a bold blue island, which includes a sink and breakfast seating for two.
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Design and Features
The design team worked closely with Sarah and Matthew to sensitively balance traditional details with modern finishes. Original coving and timber doors were retained to reflect the home’s Victorian character, contrasting beautifully with the large bi-fold doors at the rear. A series of rooflights along the side return brings in ample natural light, reaching into the formal living area towards the front of the home.
Upstairs, the first floor was reconfigured to create a luxurious master suite. The original second bedroom was cleverly converted into a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite, maximising both space and functionality.
The loft conversion provided a bright and spacious guest bedroom with its own ensuite and built-in eaves storage. The retained chimney breast was turned into a striking feature wall, and generous rooflights ensure the space feels open and welcoming.
Route to Planning
Both the rear side extension and loft conversion were submitted and approval given under the property’s permitted development rights.
