Bassett Road

Sunlight and minimalist design characterises this two-bedroom duplex apartment, with a roof terrace overlooking the peaceful North Kensington streets.

Bassett Road is lined with well-maintained period properties and verdant trees — its remarkably peaceful atmosphere belies the close proximity to vibrant North Kensington and Notting Hill. Behind a stock brick façade and portico entrance, this contemporary two-bedroom duplex apartment has been crafted with neutral design to echo its tranquil location.

Making the most of its high vantage point is the open-plan kitchen and reception room, located on the third floor. A series of sash windows brighten the minimalist space, which features warm wood floors and whitewashed walls. The kitchen is finished with smooth worktops, timber cabinets and a tiled splashback, while the rest of the room can be delineated between living and dining areas. Set discreetly behind cabinets, there’s plenty of eaves storage on offer.

The home’s two bedrooms are located on the second floor, each finished with calming interiors. The principal bedroom is refined with clean-line ceiling cornicing and large French doors that open onto a private terrace. Finished with wooden decking and overlooking the street below, it’s a secluded suntrap that’s tailor-made for London’s sunnier months. A guest bedroom features a row of integrated mirrored wardrobes, and like the principal bedroom, is served by a modern bathroom.