Golborne Road

A one-bedroom apartment in North Kensington with clean lines, hushed tones and light-filled spaces.

On a colourful street defined by its vibrant spirit and local community sits an elegant, whitewashed façade. Here, a first-floor apartment provides a new playbook for modern life. Bright interiors and pared-back design allow the architectural features to do the talking.

An open-plan kitchen and reception room is a sanctum of light, complete with dual-aspect sash windows. The space is naturally zoned courtesy of its L-shape form, with an understated palette of textural Bauwerk chalk lime paint and smooth marble. The curved arches of recessed shelving carefully break more linear spaces to add softness. A contemporary kitchen features an Elica glass induction hob, an Abode sink with Studio Ore tap and Arabescato rose marble worktops – matching the windowsills in the living area.

Micro cement floors span the entire space and lead to a balcony. Adjacent, a peaceful bedroom awaits. Dual full-height French windows illuminate the restful setting. Fitted storage frames the bed space, with minimalist shell wall lighting recalling that in the reception room. A soothing en suite bathroom features a rainfall shower, Zellige tiles by Bert & May and a hand-crafted poured concrete basin. The apartment benefits from a WarmUp heating system, conveniently controlled via touch screens. All furniture and light fittings are available from Soho Home.