Talbot Road, London, W2

Along Talbot Road, rows of stock-brick, portico-fronted façades speak of the area’s esteemed period heritage. Spread across three floors of one of these townhouses, this three-bedroom apartment breathes contemporary calm into its heritage framework. Bound by reams of sunlight, a pared-back palette and sculptural architecture set a tranquil scene for modern Notting Hill living.

The home opens into a spacious kitchen and dining room, with natural light beaming through dual-aspect fenestration. Glossy stone floors run underfoot, while a wall of curved cabinetry and whitewashed worktops adds a sense of rhythm to the space. A bold staircase runs to one side, leading to a second living area.

Upstairs, the reception room maintains the minimalist interior scheme. Large sash windows illuminate the pale walls and floors, which lead to an area with integrated shelving. French doors open onto a private balcony; a south-facing suntrap that overlooks the streetscape below.

The lower-ground floor contains three bedrooms – all finished with restrained colours and materials. The principal bedroom is a serene affair, with an en suite bathroom that contains a built-in bathtub. Two guest bedrooms are versatile spaces that can be reimagined for work, storage or exercise, and both lead onto a private patio garden.

Location
A peaceful street with the thrum of Portobello Road and Westbourne Grove on your doorstep, Talbot Road is set for quintessential Notting Hill living. Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park are a 15-minute stroll away for walks beneath the trees, while Westbourne Grove is just five minutes from your doorstep – a curated sweep of independent boutiques, considered interiors stores and destination dining. Coveted pubs such as The Pelican and The Oak are a stone’s throw away for evening drinks, while fine dining institutions such as Michelin-starred Caractère and The Ledbury are set for celebrations.

Westbourne Park – 8 mins (Circle, Hammersmith & City)
Notting Hill Gate – 12 mins (Central, Circle, District)