Chelsea Townhouse

The refurbishment of Chelsea Townhouse in West London embodies a seamless blend of contemporary design and historical charm, thoughtfully designed by Patalab Architects to suit modern family living. Originally a two-storey terraced house with a lower ground floor, this building in the heart of the Chelsea Conservation Area was completely reimagined with the addition of a mansard roof extension, creating additional bedroom space whilst preserving the character of the area.

Maximising Space and Light

In response to the client’s brief for a spacious, open-plan layout, our design focused on enhancing natural light and creating a sense of openness. The removal of internal partitions and the introduction of a concealed steel framework into the building’s fabric allowed for the elimination of wall nibs and downstands, transforming compact rooms into generous, interconnected spaces. A new skylight above the kitchen floods the heart of the home with natural light, complemented with replacement sash windows and large garden-facing sliding glass doors.

On the raised ground floor, the open kitchen and dining areas provide room for family gatherings. The use of a kitchen peninsula encourages interaction, whilst reeded glass panels subtly shield off the entrance hall and staircase without compromising the home’s new-found sense of breadth.

The living room, located on the lower ground floor, is seamlessly connected to the small rear garden through large sliding glass doors, creating a harmonious indoor-outdoor flow. A 1.5 storey high reading nook serves as a visual and spatial link between the lower and upper floors, offering a quiet retreat within the heart of the home.

Sustainable Retrofit and Improved Energy Efficiency

An important aspect of the Chelsea Townhouse renovation was improving the building’s energy efficiency. Double-glazed windows, internal wall insulation using wood fibre, and an insulated ground floor slab all contribute to its enhanced thermal performance. The façade’s London yellow stock brickwork was restored to its original state, further improving the home’s aesthetics. Additionally, new state-of-the-art building services and plant equipment were installed, ensuring the home meets the highest energy standards.

A Family Home in the Heart of London

Located in a peaceful, historic street, Chelsea Townhouse is now a central London base for our clients and their family. Designed to accommodate larger gatherings, the house offers ample entertainment spaces, additional bedrooms, and a strong connection to its rear garden, despite its modest size.

Client Testimonial

"We are so very happy with the result. The house looks fantastic. Patalab and Flare Construction have done an amazing job. It has been so lovely to work with Patalab. Lauriane, Jordan, and Uwe were a pleasure to deal with. And it was all delivered on time and to budget. We look forward to working together on another project in the not too distant future."

Pauline and Mike

Kensington and Chelsea

Chelsea Townhouse is one of many successful projects completed by Patalab in the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea. Other notable projects include Park House, Notting Hill Villa, Argyll House, and Kensington Gardens Apartment.