Morrison Avenue, South Tottenham, London, N17

Positioned on a peaceful residential street, this late-Victorian home has been comprehensively renovated by James Dale Architects. The re-pointed London stock brick façade is punctuated by sash windows and an elegant plaster-pink front door inset with fluted glass. Inside, the plan has been comprehensively reimagined for contemporary living, with oak parquet flooring running throughout the ground floor. At the front of the house, the reception room retains its period character through decorative cornicing, a ceiling rose and a fireplace recess, offering an introduction to the contemporary interiors beyond.

Placed at the centre of the home, the kitchen has been conceived as a sociable space. Bespoke cabinetry conceals integrated appliances, while a quartz-topped, Douglas-Fir island provides additional workspace and informal seating. A cleverly configured extension introduces a built-in banquette and walls finished in Clayworks clay plaster, with a large skylight drawing in daylight overhead. The floor-to-ceiling glazed door opens out to the garden with additional seating created against the windows. Provisions for day-to-day life have been cleverly incorporated into the design, with a concealed storage cupboard for coats and bags and a handy utility area tucked to the side, along with a W/C.

The first floor is centred around the principal bedroom at the front of the plan, complete with bespoke joinery and integrated storage. Two further bedrooms and a family bathroom are also arranged on this level. Stairs ascend to the loft extension, where a generous bedroom occupies the half-landing, illuminated by a pair of tall slot windows and accompanied by ample storage. On the top floor, a further bedroom is paired with a striking shower room finished in bold pink tiles and contrasting black fittings. Three of the bedrooms have air conditioning installed for comfort during the warmer months.

From the dining area, large glazed doors open onto a limestone-paved terrace with ample space for outdoor seating. Beyond, a lush lawn is framed by mature evergreen planting, while a built-in seating area has been carefully positioned to enjoy the westerly aspect and the afternoon and evening sun.

South Tottenham is a neighbourhood in quiet transition: culturally rich, community-minded and increasingly shaped by an independent spirit. Long-established communities sit alongside a growing influx of creatives, young families and restaurateurs, giving the area an energy that feels both authentic and forward-looking.

Food and drink play a central role in the neighbourhood’s identity. Independent cafés punctuate daily life, serving as much-loved local meeting points as well as places to refuel; With Milk is a particular favourite. Yard Sale Pizza is known for its reliably excellent pizzas, while The Palm remains a steadfast local institution. True Craft Tottenham brings a contemporary edge with craft beer and a relaxed social atmosphere, while Pasero offers a more considered dining experience.

There is plenty within easy reach, from the open green spaces of Downhills Park and Lordship Recreation Ground to fitness facilities including First Reform Pilates, just a five-minute walk away. Tottenham Green Leisure Centre is a seven-minute stroll from the house and offers a gym, swimming pool and badminton courts. For a dose of nature, Walthamstow Wetlands can be reached in under 10 minutes by car or around eight minutes by bicycle.

Excellent transport connections complete the picture. Bruce Grove Overground station is a 10-minute walk away, while Seven Sisters station can be reached in under 20 minutes on foot or via several bus routes, providing swift access to the Victoria line and Weaver line. Tottenham Hale station offers National Rail services, including direct connections to Stratford and Stansted Airport.