If you're daunted at the prospect of having to refurbish a property you've just bought and need to decide exactly how to style it, take a look at these 12 renovated family homes for some interior design inspiration.
Colvestone Crescent, Dalston, E8
Located in one of London's most trendy neighbourhoods, this four bedroom house is elegantly styled throughout, but with a cool edge that really draws your attention to it. While there are beautiful period features that are in keeping with its build style, there are also lots of sleek contemporary areas, such as the family-friendly open-plan kitchen shown above.
Teignmouth Lodge, Mapesbury Estate, NW2
This three bedroom maisonette may not be a house, but its generous proportions make it a great family home. Arranged over two levels, there are features such as the dark parquet floor that reflect the architectural style. However, a refurbishment throughout has created stylish modern living spaces, which include a glossy white kitchen with distinctive yellow splashbacks.
Sherrick Green Road, Willesden Green, NW10
Located in one of London's most popular family areas, this four bedroom house in Willesden Green is the perfect example of how traditional design creates a welcoming family atmosphere. At the heart of this home is the country-style kitchen with rustic worktops and handmade wooden units, while the loft conversion is a more recent addition with contemporary styling.
Anson Road, Willesden Green, NW2
Following an extensive redevelopment project, this beautiful five bedroom house offers over 2,600 sq ft. of living space perfect for a large family. From the outside you wouldn't expect to find the stunning open-plan kitchen/living room, which has bi-folding doors that open out onto the south-west facing garden – or the sumptuous hotel-style bathrooms and the kitted out dressing room.
Waverley Grove, Finchley Central, N3
Elegant and traditional yet contemporary at the same time, this four bedroom house manages to strike the right balance between new and old, creating an inviting living space that is great for entertaining. The sage green kitchen and blue metro tiles in the bathrooms are very on-trend and the soft neutral decorative palette forms a warm atmosphere throughout.
York Avenue, East Sheen, SW14
Offering nearly 3,000 sq ft. of living space, this five bedroom house is the ultimate luxury family home. Super stylish and contemporary, the open-plan kitchen is the perfect spot for entertaining guests and there's also a cinema room with plush velvet seating for film parties. Outside, the garden has artificial grass to keep it looking green and luscious all year round.
Fluxs Lane, Epping, CM16
This four bedroom Grade II-listed barn conversion proves old doesn't mean impractical. While there are rustic beams, exposed brickwork and fireplaces that are original to the building, there are lots of modern family-friendly additions such as the cream kitchen and the separate annexe, which comprises a one bedroom, two level property.
Calbourne Road, Nightingale Triangle, SW12
In the heart of Wandsworth Common – well loved for its family-friendly appeal – this five bedroom house benefits from a beautiful renovation that incorporates both traditional and modern design. In the reception rooms and bedrooms on the first floor, there are fireplaces and window shutters for an authentic aesthetic, which blends seamlessly with the more contemporary feel of the kitchen.
Mossbury Road, Clapham Junction, SW11
This four bedroom house has one of the most convenient locations in London, just round the corner from Clapham Junction. And inside, there's a lot to shout about too. Recently renovated to a very high standard, like many homes in this area, it has a traditional-style reception room with a pretty tiled fireplace and a luxury contemporary kitchen at the rear that merges perfectly with the patio garden for seamless entertaining space.
Parsons Green Lane, Parsons Green, SW6
Located right next to Parsons Green Underground Station, this five bedroom house has striking artistic touches that are the reason why it makes it onto this list. There is an impressive sense of space in this home, especially in the reception rooms, where high ceilings and tall windows add to the airy feel. There's also a dressing room, two en suites and a family bathroom, which all have a modern finish.
Goston Gardens, Thornton Heath, CR7
This five bedroom house shows exactly what can be achieved by extending your property, creating a home with plenty of space for all the family. The whole ground floor level is taken up by the kitchen/reception room, which is nearly 1,000 sq ft. And the bedrooms are well proportioned too, with potential to turn the smaller rooms into a dressing room or study.
Shawfield Street, Chelsea, SW3
Elegantly furnished and styled throughout, this five bedroom house in Chelsea is exactly what we would expect from a home in this area. In the reception room, cream walls and gold accents give a luxurious, warm feel, which continues into the open-plan kitchen, with traditional wooden units and a stone topped island. In the bedrooms, pretty floral patterns are typically English and add to the welcoming atmosphere.
