Blenheim Crescent

A three-bedroom duplex apartment for sale that offers a contemporary update on its period architecture.

Behind its traditional redbrick and stucco façade, Blenheim Crescent has been reimagined for modern living. With designer Stephen Ryan laying the initial framework for the two-floor home, subsequent renovations have struck a balance between the old and the new. In the entrance hall, micro-cement flooring meets intricate cornicing and generous ceiling heights – and sets the tone for things to come.

There’s a precise, gallery-like feel to the finish. No detail has been overlooked. A floor-to-ceiling bay window brightens the reception room; a Sonos sound system and LEAX lighting add to the uplifting ambiance. Sitting on the opposite side of the entrance hall, an open-plan kitchen and dining room has been custom-made for the space. Mark Wilkinson cabinetry is combined with lustrous veined marble and integrated Miele appliances. When the weather obliges, double doors open to a serene garden, with space for al fresco lounging and dining.

Arranged over the lower floor, all three bedrooms embrace a minimalist aesthetic. A departure from the communal area’s white walls, the principal bedroom suite is painted in soothing grey limewash. A floating fireplace creates a cosy backdrop for switching off. When you want to ease into the day, step out to the private patio or refresh in the striking black-and-white en suite bathroom.

Warm limewash infuses the guest bedroom with a welcoming feel. Glass doors open to a tranquil internal courtyard, adding to the relaxed atmosphere. Also on this floor, a brightly lit office space that features access through the courtyard to a sauna. Both are served by a bathroom enveloped in dark textured wallpaper, which comes with a bathtub.