This design-led residential development by AMA transformed an end-of-terrace Victorian home on a leafy corner in Queen’s Park that had long been overtaken by ivy and wild greenery. That relationship with nature became the starting point for the design concept, inspiring a language of softness, nostalgia and understated elegance. Sustainability played a key role throughout the renovation, including the reuse of the home’s original red bricks within the new extension, where they were reconfigured to create a contemporary finish. A side entrance allows for a generous hallway, introduced by handcrafted dark oak double doors with a geometric pattern inspired by 1960s Italian interiors.
The internal layout was entirely reimagined to improve flow, light and functionality. The ground floor unfolds across three distinct living areas: a formal sitting room, a sunken family TV space, and a contemporary rear extension that accommodates the kitchen and dining area. By extending both sides of the house, the architects created an unusually wide footprint, maximising natural light through large glazed openings and a south-facing orientation. A carefully curated palette of warm neutrals, rich greens and earthy reds is paired with timber, stone, brass and bespoke finishes to create spaces that feel refined yet welcoming.
The upper floors and outdoor spaces continue the project’s strong narrative. The garden, designed by Matt Wright, evokes the atmosphere of an archaeological ruin, balancing weathered stone with lush evergreen planting. On the first floor, the principal suite features a dressing room and a marble-clad en suite bathroom, alongside additional bedrooms and bathrooms. In the loft, an extra bedroom and play area make full use of the pitched roof, completing a home that balances historic character, contemporary living and a strong connection to nature.
The internal layout was entirely reimagined to improve flow, light and functionality. The ground floor unfolds across three distinct living areas: a formal sitting room, a sunken family TV space, and a contemporary rear extension that accommodates the kitchen and dining area. By extending both sides of the house, the architects created an unusually wide footprint, maximising natural light through large glazed openings and a south-facing orientation. A carefully curated palette of warm neutrals, rich greens and earthy reds is paired with timber, stone, brass and bespoke finishes to create spaces that feel refined yet welcoming.
The upper floors and outdoor spaces continue the project’s strong narrative. The garden, designed by Matt Wright, evokes the atmosphere of an archaeological ruin, balancing weathered stone with lush evergreen planting. On the first floor, the principal suite features a dressing room and a marble-clad en suite bathroom, alongside additional bedrooms and bathrooms. In the loft, an extra bedroom and play area make full use of the pitched roof, completing a home that balances historic character, contemporary living and a strong connection to nature.