St Quintin Avenue, London, W10

If there was ever a blueprint for calm, this St Quintin Avenue home is it. Plaster tones, peaceful dual aspect views and almost four-metre-high ceilings contribute to the sense of ease. Currently presented as a family home, interior design practice Carousel Studio has reconfigured the generous footprint for versatility, creating a two-floor home that resonates with many types of lifestyles.

Natural light is a defining feature in the raised ground floor living space, which overlooks communal greenery to the front and a mature private garden to the back. Open-plan but carved into clearly defined areas, engineered oak floors run the length of the space – from living room to kitchen and a glazed dining nook enveloped in green-framed Crittall glass.

Period bones add punch; a muted colour palette by Paint & Paper Library instils peace. At one end of the room, a restored bay window, intricate cornicing and a marble fireplace with a newly installed wood burner make a collective statement in pared-back surroundings. The kitchen showcases the same soft tones, exquisite craftsmanship and cascades of light. Custom-made in Ireland, drawers open to reveal oak interiors, while quartz tops the large island, and tactile plaster coats the bespoke cooker hood. Neatly set to one side of the luminous dining area, a playroom can morph into a study, TV den or workout area, hidden but connected to the rest of the living space.

The restful feel continues below, where the inverted footprint keeps all three bedrooms tucked away and temperate. The principal dials up the serenity with Crittall-style doors opening to the oasis-style garden. Extending the inside-out feel, a glazed partition wall separates the micro-cemented en suite bathroom, allowing soft light to filter through from outside. Lusso stone and Studio Ore brassware create a timeless finish.

Two guest bedrooms take a more playful turn; one features custom Carousel Studio wallpaper for a characterful flourish. Both are served by a terracotta-toned shower room with underfloor heating and Fired Earth tiling.

Outside, the mature walled garden is a sanctuary of its own. A garden study – with installed heating, electric and a sedum roof – offers quiet space and separation for home working, with the option to extend if desired.

The behind-the-scenes is similarly considered; underfloor heating runs throughout the living space, operated by Google Nest, while Banham locks and new glazing have been installed throughout. A side entrance at garden level also offers convenient sole access to the property.

Within walking distance of both Golborne Road and Portobello Road, laid-back North Kensington is a treasure trove of independent businesses. Shop for fabrics at The Cloth Shop, pick up supplies at Golborne Deli & Wine Store, or book dinner at Caia or Canteen. Spend weekends browsing the neighbourhood’s renowned antique and vintage stalls, then escape to Kensington Memorial Park or enjoy an evening of culture at Ladbroke Hall. A number of popular local schools and nurseries, including Bassett House School and Pangbourne House Nursery, are minutes away.

Ladbroke Grove – 15 mins (Circle, Hammersmith & City)