MEADOW GROVE
A striking four-bedroom residence in the charming enclave of Barnes, London, combines angular geometry with rich materials
Meadow Grove is a new family home in the leafy streets of Barnes, London. This house blends a neighbourly geometry with a warm palette of materials, creating a residence that harmonises with its environment. With thoughtfully designed spaces and bespoke materiality, Meadow Grove offers a living experience that is both immersive and inspiring.
BOLD YET RESPECTFUL GEOMETRY
The home’s layout respects its neighbours while asserting its own identity. The rear angles of the house, a nod to adjacent properties, ensure neighbourly views remain unobstructed whilst creating dynamic interior spaces with panoramic views of the lush garden and mature trees from the lower and ground floors. The complex symmetry of the front elevation leads to the asymmetrical arrangement of the interiors optimising living space, housing three bedrooms and bathrooms at first floor. Ascend further, and the master suite unfolds within the roof, boasting an en-suite, a freestanding bath, and a shower.
INTERLACED BY EXPERIENTIAL VERTICAL CONNECTIONS
The main staircase, a triple-height structure at the front, weaves through the building. An angular staircase within a double-height volume descends to the lower ground, revealing additional living areas including a cinema room and a private cocktail bar designed for relaxation and entertainment. The Ground floor and First Floor are connected to the garden with an external terrace linked by a meticulously detailed external stair.
A DYNAMIC JOURNEY OF WARMTH AND TEXTURE
Inside, the house features textural richness. Dark-stained oak soffits and joinery contrast with light oak flooring, while walls of natural clay plaster add a tactile softness that absorbs the London light. This interplay of materials creates an atmosphere of sophisticated enclosure, with large glazed openings framing views and filling spaces with a subtle glow that transforms throughout the day. Touches of stone and marble in the kitchen and select furniture pieces add elegance, creating functional and visually compelling focal points. This choice of materials isn’t merely aesthetic; it explores transitions, guiding residents and visitors through a dynamic journey of changing textures and shifting lights.
LOCATION
LONDON, UK
SIZE
300 sqm
STATUS
Completed in 2022
CLIENT
Private