London England Architecture and Design

A (mostly) DIY reno by an English family and MAP Architecture fulfills the destiny of a timber-frame “self-build” home in Lewisham.

In addition to exposed trusses and high ceilings trimmed with intricate cornicing, the 19th-century terrace house features four levels with two fireplaces—and a backyard garden...

Reimagined by the current resident, interior designer Neil McLachlan, the greenhouse-inspired, two-bedroom apartment showcases a harmonious mix of pattern, patina, and playfulness.

In collaboration with Garden Club London, Koto has created a carbon-neutral retreat that syncs with a garden setting.

Behind a modest brick exterior in Kensington, an expansive contemporary home built half underground is full of light, color, and kinetic design.

The former clothes workshop now hosts an eccentric three-bedroom, complete with splashes of color, a large private garden, and a sun-drenched conservatory.

Spanning more than 3,600 square feet, the Victorian warehouse conversion comes with exposed trusses, glazed tiling, and timber-clad cathedral ceilings.

A musical couple transform a tired townhouse into a modernist home—complete with a music studio—inspired by the heyday of California’s rock 'n' roll scene.

These contemporary extensions bring new life to old terrace homes and residences from the Victorian, Edwardian, and Georgian eras.

A sunken room offers a clever solution to a large, problematic drop at the back of this UK home.

Amos Goldreich Architecture transforms the ground floor of a semidetached home with a broken-plan extension.

The historic family home of Charles and Maggie Jencks is a wild experiment in postmodernism—and it just opened to the public for the first time ever.

The 194-square-foot addition by Novak Hiles Architects features an open-plan kitchen and dining area that connects to a split-level garden.

In the expansion of his sister and brother-in-law’s Victorian in the Blackheath neighborhood, architect Ben Minifie implemented gorgeous wood cladding inside and out.

The floating tiny home is well appointed for both long-term mooring and continuous cruising—and it just hit the market at £125K.

The creative director and co-owner of MWAI repurposed as many materials as she could to turn an old apartment building into her own refined residence.

Ornate skylights and generous glazing illuminate the interiors of the Southwark Brick House, which combines brick, oak, glass, and steel to dramatic effect.

After a thorough makeover, the 23-foot-long Airstream Overlander is ready to embark on its next adventure.

A celebration of its 20th-century origins, the two-bedroom rental offers a cozy setting fitted with vibrant artwork and vintage furnishings.

Hunkered under a green roof, a new indoor/outdoor addition by Turner Architects breathes fresh life into a family home.

Studio Ben Allen uses prefab elements to transform a dated Victorian in just four days.

A careful renovation by DGN Studio results in a light-filled kitchen, dining area, and gathering space that celebrates the homeowners’ love of concrete.

The converted pub is now a live/work space that beams with bright patterns and bold graphics thanks to a makeover from the New London Fabulous artist.

Nimtim Architects reimagines a ’70s residence for a growing family, creating simple, flexible rooms that connect with the garden.

Sculptor Neil Marlow revived the historic one-bedroom apartment as a charming live/work space.

Architect Amos Goldreich had three clients to consider in this renovation: Graham, Steve, and the greenery they’d tended for decades.

DeDraft revitalizes an old terrace house to include extra space—and a pop of color.

Housed in a former cotton-mill complex, the light-filled home features high ceilings, exposed brick, and a wrought-iron spiral staircase.

A modern addition to an old London home offers ample space for a growing family, as well as a floor-to-ceiling bookshelf situated under a skylight.

TR Studio brings natural light, swanky details, and playful colors into a three-story mews house in Chelsea.