Westbourne Park Road, London, W11

In the heart of vibrant Notting Hill, this garden-level apartment takes a quieter approach. Behind its private entrance, calming interiors unfurl with subtle flair – designed by Tasha Freeman in a palette that’s soothing and considered.

Inside, engineered wood floors lead the way towards a generous reception room. The setting is subdued – soft neutrals, natural materials and a layout that inspires socialising. Partially concealed beyond a central wall, the kitchen and dining area comes into view. Here, design takes a playful turn: deep navy cabinetry in Farrow & Ball’s ‘Railings’ contrasts with a Zellige tile splashback by Bert & May. Note the pastel blue Smeg fridge for seamless grocery storage. Elsewhere, a separate utility room hosts a washer and dryer.

Overhead, a skylight invites natural light, while dual sets of bespoke Crittall-style doors open into the garden. Step out to a landscaped space that’s split into two distinct tiers. The lower patio, classically tiled in black and white, is made for laid-back entertaining. Beyond, steps lead to a private lawn enclosed in mature planting.

The principal bedroom continues the tone of quiet elegance. A bay window floods in light, its built-in seat made for moments of pause, while a wall of bespoke wardrobes keeps the space clutter-free. Behind a barn-style sliding door, the en suite bathroom introduces character and colour – wall panelling in Paint & Paper Library’s ‘Spruce’ and geometric heated floor tiles. Refresh in the rolltop tub or rainfall shower.

Westbourne Park Road is a springboard to Notting Hill’s most vibrant offerings. Just seconds from Portobello Road, there’s a host of antiques shops and market stalls to explore, leading to London’s oldest working picture house, the Electric Cinema. Start the mornings with a workout at SoulCycle, Barrecore and Bodyism, followed by brunch at Granger & Co. on Westbourne Grove. The Michelin Bib Gourmand Empire Empire is on your doorstep for dining out, plus a host of local favourites: The Pelican, The Cow and The Ledbury to name a few. The Underground is close to ferry you into central London and beyond.

Ladbroke Grove - 8 mins (Circle, Hammersmith & City)