Norcott Road, London, N16

Bold black accents create a striking first impression at Norcott Road. With a backdrop of brickwork façades, this four-storey home sits on one of Stoke Newington’s most picturesque streets.

Beyond its front door, early 20th century features blend harmoniously with contemporary design, composed with organic hues and illuminated by an abundance of natural light. The double reception room on the raised ground floor is a study in timelessness: hardwood floors, twin cast-iron fireplaces and high ceilings traced with ornate cornicing. A front-facing bay window bathes the room in natural light, while a rear sash window looks out to the garden. Bespoke floor-to-ceiling shelving adds a library-like ambience, with crisp white shutters allowing for moments of quiet.

On the garden level, the kitchen and dining room form the home’s convivial core. Two overhead skylights and wall-to-wall Crittall-style glazing ensure the space is drenched in daylight. The space is awash with natural materials and textures – acoustic slatted timber panelling, a polished concrete floor and an eye-catching stainless steel island fitted with an integrated hob and sink. Deep inky-toned cabinetry offers ample storage, complemented by leather bar stools and a generous drinks fridge, creating a space equally suited to family meals or an evening of entertaining. Beyond the expanse of black-framed glazing, a private garden with bamboo hedges, a manicured lawn and a charcoal-hued pergola sets the scene for al fresco dining.

On the same floor, a fully-equipped utility room-cum-bathroom is practically designed with easy-to-clean counters, a deep sink and a statement fireplace. Adjacent, a vibrant cinema room disrupts the home’s muted palette with playful red-orange tones, a built-in striped sofa and curved cabinetry.

Upstairs, neutral hues and finishes resume. The principal suite is an uplifting space defined by plaster-toned walls, timber floors and a pair of bay windows that usher in the daylight. A cast-iron fireplace takes centre stage. Its adjoining bathroom is quietly luxurious, with an antique copper bathtub, fitted storage and serene garden views. A separate shower room sits along the corridor, along with a midnight-blue study.

The top floor is reserved for guests, offering a peaceful bedroom suite with integrated eave storage, verdant views and its own bathroom. A final bedroom – where a bay window, cast-iron radiator and ornate fireplace highlight the home’s Victorian roots – completes this considered, character-filled home.

Location
For the exercise inclined, begin the day with a class at Blok Clapton, before heading to The Caffeine Fix for a flat white and a pastry. Nearby, the tranquil paths of Abney Park are perfect for a morning walk, or head further east to Hackney and Walthamstow Marshes for even more green space. Grab a bite to eat at My Neighbours the Dumplings and a drink at The Londesborough. Spend the afternoon browsing art at The Old Church. For the foodies, Michelin-recommended Oren and The Clarence Tavern are firm favourites, or enjoy Michelin-starred Japanese cuisine at Casa Fofo.

Rectory Road – 4 mins (Weaver)