Waldo Road

Imposing concrete exteriors give way to inviting design at this four-bedroom house for rent in Kensal Rise.

On a quiet Victorian street, Waldo Road’s 21st-century façade offers a sharp counterpoint to its period surroundings. Inside, gallery-white walls, beam-clad ceilings and expansive glazing evoke Balearic ease. Designed by Munkenbeck + Partners, this four-floor home is defined by light, texture and proportion, with organic materials unified by a subtle Mediterranean twist.

The first floor is dedicated to open-plan living, as kitchen, dining and reception spaces flow effortlessly from one to the next. Windows at either end draw daylight deep into the space, blurring the boundary between inside and out. At its core, the kitchen is both sculptural and functional: a crisp white Corian-topped island and breakfast bar sit beneath an exposed concrete ceiling, set against Dinesen Douglas fir floors. Fisher & Paykel appliances bring a state-of-the-art edge, while opposite, a glass dining table for eight is set for entertaining.

The adjoining living area is calm and considered. Concrete walls and ceilings are softened with warm-toned wall hangings, while a suspended fireplace provides a striking focal point, framed by generous seating. Sliding doors open onto the first of several terraces, where an outdoor dining table looks out across West London’s rooftops.

Below at garden level, the home’s social rhythm continues. A games room with a pool table sits alongside a sauna and steam shower clad in emerald tiles, while a wall of glazing overlooks the 12-metre swimming pool and garden beyond. With its own kitchenette and doors opening directly outside, this level is designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living. The garden itself is dotted with olive, apple and dogwood trees, creating a relaxed setting for al fresco gatherings.

The sleeping quarters mirror the home’s industrial-meets-Ibicencan aesthetic. Two light-filled guest bedrooms occupy the ground floor, each with integrated storage and access to a family bathroom finished in Douglas fir and grey stone tiles. Also on this level is a home office with its own shower room, built-in storage and access to the front garden.

Crowning the house is the principal suite, positioned on the second floor to take in far-reaching views across West and Central London. White walls are punctuated by bold abstract artworks in vivid pinks and greens, while timber ceilings and joinery maintain a sense of cohesion throughout. A generous walk-in wardrobe sits to one side, while the en suite bathroom, clad in wood with exposed beams and twin basins, offers a serene retreat. A freestanding bath is set beneath a circular window, drawing in soft natural light from the bedroom. From behind the bed, stairs lead to a roof terrace, where panoramic views across the neighbourhood provide a dramatic final flourish.