Listed for £5.3M, This Brick Home in London Is Surprisingly Light and Airy

Originally built in the 1970s, the charming residence has been completely revamped by RIBA award–winning architect Lisa Shell.
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Location: London, England

Price: £5,250,000 (approximately $6,553,811 USD)

Architect: Ted Levy Benjamin (original); Lisa Shell (renovation)

Year Built: 1970s

Footprint: 3,264 square feet (four bedrooms, three baths)

From the Agent: "West Hill Park is a private gated estate built in the 1970s to a design by Ted Levy Benjamin & Partners. Part of the Highgate conservation area, the original character and appearance of the estate has been well preserved since it was built. This exceptional four-bedroom detached house, with off-street parking and a separate garage, occupies perhaps the finest position on West Hill Park, with a beautifully landscaped private garden bordering the open greenery of Hampstead Heath. It was designed by the architect Ted Levy in the mid-1970s and combines light-filled lateral spaces with wonderfully incorporated private outdoor areas in a discreet and tranquil setting. Internally, the house exceeds 3,250 square feet across three levels and has undergone a comprehensive and incredibly sensitive refurbishment by the current owners, led by RIBA award–winning architect Lisa Shell."

Nestled on a large, private lot in the southern corner of West Hill Park, the three-level home features numerous patios and terraces.

Nestled on a large, private lot in the southern corner of West Hill Park, the three-level home features numerous patios and terraces.

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A dramatic double-height atrium leads to the living areas, which feature extensive glazing and sliding-glass doors.

A dramatic double-height atrium leads to the living areas, which feature extensive glazing and sliding-glass doors.

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"The renovation has included, among other upgrades, the addition of polished concrete floors across the ground level, Douglas fir on the upper levels, and masses of exquisite iroko joinery throughout," notes the agent.

"The renovation has included, among other upgrades, the addition of polished concrete floors across the ground level, Douglas fir on the upper levels, and masses of exquisite iroko joinery throughout," notes the agent.

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The light-filled kitchen comes complete with a central island, long countertops, custom white cabinetry, and appliances by Gaggenau. 

The light-filled kitchen comes complete with a central island, long countertops, custom white cabinetry, and appliances by Gaggenau. 

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The bathroom in between the three bedrooms on the lower level features a large skylight, double vanity, and freestanding tub. 

The bathroom in between the three bedrooms on the lower level features a large skylight, double vanity, and freestanding tub. 

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West Hill Park, located in London, England, is currently listed for £5,250,000 (approximately $6,553,811 USD) by The Modern House.

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