House For Sale £1,650,000
Bordered by two luscious gardens, this beautiful three-bedroom house is an exceptional example of mid-century design by Norman Plastow. Wide expanses of glazing, asymmetrical pitched roofs, and cork floors establish a wonderfully coherent modernist aesthetic. A striking garage renovation creates a dramatic entrance hall, illuminated by skylights and echoing the same materials and proportions of the original house. Wimbledon Common is a short walk away, along with the cafes, restaurants and shops of Wimbledon Village.
The Architect
Norman Plastow studied architecture at Kingston University before setting up his own practice. He is a prominent architect, particularly in Wimbledon, where he has long been a champion of local heritage buildings and community spaces, having been president of the Wimbledon Society since 1998.
The Tour
The house is approached through a deep front garden shaded by mature trees. In spring and summer, bulbs and flowers create a joyful exuberance of colour, and in autumn and winter, evergreens create a verdant backdrop. The former garage has been transfigured into a beautifully bright entrance hall. Miniature white hexagonal tiles line the floor, bouncing light around the pale walls as it cascades in from the skylights above. There is plenty of space here for a work area or additional storage. Fine wooden louvres run along the right-hand wall of the hallway concealing built-in storage, a utility room and a WC.
Entering the original footprint of the house, a steeply pitched pine ceiling soars to the apex of the roof, creating a voluminous double-height living room. The original cork floors have been carefully preserved, along with the open-tread staircase, which partitions the space. Glazing runs up into the pitch of the roof, creating a distinctive atrium with access to the garden. Original windows run along the rear façade, and at the front and upstairs, solid oak replacement windows have been introduced to match the architect’s configuration. The living room spans the entire width of the house with a more intimate, single-storey area beside a large window framing the garden. A small break in the wall allows a glimpse from here to the adjacent dining area.
The generously sized dining area overlooks the handsome silver birch in the front garden, framed by beautiful solid oak windows. The kitchen sits to the side. Truly in keeping with the mid-century bones of the house, interventions in the kitchen have been added with the lightest of touches; it has been rewired, and Gaggenau appliances have been integrated, but its essential aesthetic remains. Simple laminate cabinet fronts are trimmed with wooden surrounds, echoed in the wood laminate worktop and finished with a tiled splashback. There is plenty of storage and workspace here.
Upstairs, there are three double bedrooms. Intricate basket parquet has been created from engineered oak blocks, creating an intricate counterpoint to the minimalist cork floors below. The main bedroom overlooks the garden, its wide landscape window framing the treetops. The original built-in vanity and wardrobe remain, and the back wall is clad in thin bamboo louvres. The second bedroom also has a wall of bamboo and a bright en suite with a walk-in shower and skylight. The third bedroom is a good-sized double at the front of the house. A wonderfully peaceful family bathroom sits off the landing. It has been renovated with blue Bisazza glass tiles; these, coupled with a round Boffi sink and Cocoon fixtures and fittings, create a calming, geometric space.
The current owners have secured a certificate of lawfulness for a sizeable rear extension and the conversion of the summer house in the garden to a proper studio under permitted development rights (details of which can be found here).
Outdoor Space
The front and back garden each has a series of beautiful areas for planting, al fresco dining, and taking in local wildlife. A patio at the rear creates a wonderfully sociable area connected to the main living room with space for a dining table and chairs. Mainly laid to lawn, the garden is bordered by productive apple trees and two beautiful acers. There are maturing cherry and pear trees, along with luscious foliage and ferns. The mature greenery and quiet atmosphere make for a secluded oasis.
The Area
The peaceful Arterberry Road lies near the excellent restaurants, cafes and shops of Wimbledon Village, including Bayley & Sage, Gail’s and the Crooked Billet. Other favourites include Thai restaurant Giggling Squid, Carmona for tapas and Mediterranean restaurant Megan’s. A multitude of green spaces lie within easy reach, including the 1,200 acres of Wimbledon Common.
The fantastic Richmond Park is slightly further afield, the largest of London’s Royal Parks and a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. It was created in the 17th century by King Charles I as a deer park and remains an important habitat for wildlife.
The house is near a range of excellent private and state schools, including King’s College School, Wimbledon College, Ursuline and Wimbledon High School.
Raynes Park Station is a 14-minute walk away, where services run to Waterloo in 21 minutes. Wimbledon Station is a slightly further bus ride away, which also runs South Western services to Waterloo and out towards Hampton Court, Sutton and Shepperton. Frequent bus services from the junction with Worple Road provide access to Wimbledon Town and mainline and District Line station with services into London.
Council Tax Band: G
The Architect
Norman Plastow studied architecture at Kingston University before setting up his own practice. He is a prominent architect, particularly in Wimbledon, where he has long been a champion of local heritage buildings and community spaces, having been president of the Wimbledon Society since 1998.
The Tour
The house is approached through a deep front garden shaded by mature trees. In spring and summer, bulbs and flowers create a joyful exuberance of colour, and in autumn and winter, evergreens create a verdant backdrop. The former garage has been transfigured into a beautifully bright entrance hall. Miniature white hexagonal tiles line the floor, bouncing light around the pale walls as it cascades in from the skylights above. There is plenty of space here for a work area or additional storage. Fine wooden louvres run along the right-hand wall of the hallway concealing built-in storage, a utility room and a WC.
Entering the original footprint of the house, a steeply pitched pine ceiling soars to the apex of the roof, creating a voluminous double-height living room. The original cork floors have been carefully preserved, along with the open-tread staircase, which partitions the space. Glazing runs up into the pitch of the roof, creating a distinctive atrium with access to the garden. Original windows run along the rear façade, and at the front and upstairs, solid oak replacement windows have been introduced to match the architect’s configuration. The living room spans the entire width of the house with a more intimate, single-storey area beside a large window framing the garden. A small break in the wall allows a glimpse from here to the adjacent dining area.
The generously sized dining area overlooks the handsome silver birch in the front garden, framed by beautiful solid oak windows. The kitchen sits to the side. Truly in keeping with the mid-century bones of the house, interventions in the kitchen have been added with the lightest of touches; it has been rewired, and Gaggenau appliances have been integrated, but its essential aesthetic remains. Simple laminate cabinet fronts are trimmed with wooden surrounds, echoed in the wood laminate worktop and finished with a tiled splashback. There is plenty of storage and workspace here.
Upstairs, there are three double bedrooms. Intricate basket parquet has been created from engineered oak blocks, creating an intricate counterpoint to the minimalist cork floors below. The main bedroom overlooks the garden, its wide landscape window framing the treetops. The original built-in vanity and wardrobe remain, and the back wall is clad in thin bamboo louvres. The second bedroom also has a wall of bamboo and a bright en suite with a walk-in shower and skylight. The third bedroom is a good-sized double at the front of the house. A wonderfully peaceful family bathroom sits off the landing. It has been renovated with blue Bisazza glass tiles; these, coupled with a round Boffi sink and Cocoon fixtures and fittings, create a calming, geometric space.
The current owners have secured a certificate of lawfulness for a sizeable rear extension and the conversion of the summer house in the garden to a proper studio under permitted development rights (details of which can be found here).
Outdoor Space
The front and back garden each has a series of beautiful areas for planting, al fresco dining, and taking in local wildlife. A patio at the rear creates a wonderfully sociable area connected to the main living room with space for a dining table and chairs. Mainly laid to lawn, the garden is bordered by productive apple trees and two beautiful acers. There are maturing cherry and pear trees, along with luscious foliage and ferns. The mature greenery and quiet atmosphere make for a secluded oasis.
The Area
The peaceful Arterberry Road lies near the excellent restaurants, cafes and shops of Wimbledon Village, including Bayley & Sage, Gail’s and the Crooked Billet. Other favourites include Thai restaurant Giggling Squid, Carmona for tapas and Mediterranean restaurant Megan’s. A multitude of green spaces lie within easy reach, including the 1,200 acres of Wimbledon Common.
The fantastic Richmond Park is slightly further afield, the largest of London’s Royal Parks and a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. It was created in the 17th century by King Charles I as a deer park and remains an important habitat for wildlife.
The house is near a range of excellent private and state schools, including King’s College School, Wimbledon College, Ursuline and Wimbledon High School.
Raynes Park Station is a 14-minute walk away, where services run to Waterloo in 21 minutes. Wimbledon Station is a slightly further bus ride away, which also runs South Western services to Waterloo and out towards Hampton Court, Sutton and Shepperton. Frequent bus services from the junction with Worple Road provide access to Wimbledon Town and mainline and District Line station with services into London.
Council Tax Band: G
