Thoughtfully designed, beautifully lived in: the homes we let that stood out this year.
As 2025 draws to a close, we’re celebrating London’s most distinctive rental properties. Some harmonise seamlessly with the calm character of their neighbourhoods, while others surprise beyond classic façades – but across them all, a common thread emerges: each demonstrates a commitment to creative design and modern wellbeing.
From Retrouvius’ inventive reclamation work to Powell Tuck’s architectural mastery and the thoughtful touches of individual homeowners, these properties showcase enduring style. There’s no hierarchy here, just a curated glimpse at the standout spaces we had the pleasure of letting this year.
Delancey Street, Primrose Hill NW1
Once a crucible of British culture – where Monty Python brought its comedic vision to life – Milkwood Studios has been reimagined with contemporary architectural finesse. Powell Tuck Associates and interior designer Marianne Tiegen have transformed the sprawling 4,000-square-foot building into something spatially energising: polished concrete floors meet exposed steel girders; a floor-to-ceiling library stretches up to the corrugated metal roof. Natural light abounds through an abundance of glass, while things turn moodier in a cinema and games room that honour the building’s entertainment legacy.
Bristol Gardens, Little Venice W9
Dandi Living’s interiors are a masterclass in ‘classic meets contemporary.’ Housed in a handsome Little Venice townhouse, a bold monochromatic palette propels the home firmly into the 21st century. Crittall-style glazing reaches to the ceilings, while engineered parquet floors lead to a Nero Picasso marble kitchen island – a dramatic centerpiece for family entertaining. Below, wellness and leisure converge: a fully equipped gym, sauna, ice bath and home cinema showcase Bristol Gardens’ commitment to the good life.
Blythe Road, Brook Green W14
There’s a layered feel to this Brook Green family home, imagined by Jonathan Goater of Goater Jones. A period façade and elegant reception room evoke a refined past, while beyond a bifolding wall, textures shift: an exposed chimney breast and a glass-ended rear extension create a minimalist setting for the kitchen and dining areas. Open-plan living flows effortlessly, connecting the lower ground reception to a surround-sound television room and private garden, while upstairs, bedrooms and a serene roof terrace offer quieter retreats.
Godolphin Road, Hammersmith W12
“We looked at over 50 houses before seeing Godolphin Road, and the moment we walked in, it felt like home,” says homeowner Megan Chang, whose redesign fostered a maximised, moodier aesthetic than your typical Victorian terrace. Inside, tall ceilings meet industrial flair in a New York loft-inspired kitchen and dining area, with a monolithic concrete island, exposed steel girders and full-width glazing that blurs seamlessly into a patio garden. Elsewhere, commissioned artwork and layered textures keep the space alive with individuality.
Old Library, Battersea SW11
Formerly part of the Battersea Municipal Library, this penthouse sees Victorian architecture reworked for contemporary, loft-style living. Stretching across 11 metres with windows on all four sides, the heart of the home is sunlit throughout the day – while a double-height vaulted ceiling and exposed brick walls accentuate the sense of volume. Framed by red steel joists, a walkway lends a sense of privacy to the principal suite upstairs, which leads onto a private balcony.
Sutherland Avenue, Maida Vale W9
Playful yet poised, this Little Venice garden apartment radiates an uplifting tone. Camu & Morrison’s redesign gives classic architecture a modern twist, with sky-blue lacquered floors, a stainless steel kitchen island and a bespoke mezzanine that speaks to the versatile requirements of contemporary life. A glass-wrapped conservatory opens seamlessly to the communal gardens, creating a light-filled setting made for year-round entertaining.
Lansdowne Road, Holland Park W11
Looking at the quintessential stucco façade, you might expect this Notting Hill duplex to be a product of its urban surroundings. Yet, inside, acclaimed reclamation studio Retrouvius has transformed the space into something unexpected: a city home with lived-in, countrypile charm. Signature touches from Devizes brick tiles to 200-year-old oak floors and Victoria & Albert Museum door-fronts still marked with chalk-board scrawls layer texture and history throughout. Wide, leafy views over Lansdowne Gardens encourage outdoor living, with residents enjoying direct access to these exclusive communal greens.
Harrington Gardens, South Kensington SW7
Elegant living and connectivity to the outdoors characterise this South Kensington triplex, where sunlight and serenity set the tone. The refined living and dining area looks out onto the communal gardens of Gloucester Park, with sleek design touches including glass pendant lighting, bespoke bookcases and marble fireplaces. Upstairs, playful flourishes – a glittering Marialuisa Tadei mosaic and TV room – sit alongside tranquil bedrooms and a roof terrace made for soaking up the sun.
Keslake Road, Queen’s Park NW6
Settle into the material creativity of this Queen’s Park family home. Brushed plaster and exposed brick walls meet smooth stone floors, setting an organic feel for punchy modern details: Crittall windows, jewel-green sofas, designer pendant lights and an eye-catching gilded kitchen island. The sprawling footprint extends further, opening out to the manicured garden – a covetable spot for long summer afternoons.
Wetherby Gardens, South Kensington SW7
Minimalism is the guiding principle behind this South Kensington duplex. A reception room is punctuated with a modern fireplace, bespoke library shelving and restrained furniture – all softly lit by a clerestory window. Black-framed glass frames the kitchen, centred around a striking waterfall island. A cantilevered black staircase ascends to the upper level, complete with a sun-drenched roof terrace.
Oakley Gardens, Chelsea SW3
A perfect mirror of its Chelsea location, this former Victorian dairy pairs softness and sleekness with precision. In the open-plan kitchen area, pale tones, arched windows and interior greenery meet an outstanding Lacanche range oven and golden Officine Gullo sink. Upstairs, the principal bedroom takes over an entire floor; marvel at the marble-wrapped en suite and delightfully conceived pink dressing room, complete with bespoke ceiling detailing.
Montrose Villas, Brook Green W6
With the River Thames on your doorstep, this home balances riverside calm with interiors that intrigue. Mosaic tiles flow into herringbone floors, drawing the eye to a striking marble mantel crowned with Medusa busts. French doors open from the kitchen onto a garden of rose bushes and climbing greenery, offering a serene backdrop for al fresco dining on the patio. Crowning the home, a vaulted principal suite continues the tranquility.
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