Classic Outlook

A judicious mix of deep colour and traditional fittings celebrates the history of this elegant family home

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Can you describe the property?

Designed by visionary Victorian builder Alfred Heaver, this beautiful property in south-west London is now a substantial family home for Sid and Nancy McGrath and their 14-year old twins, Spike and Betsy. The architecture is typical of the Queen Anne style – the windows are particularly glorious.

Did you make any structural alterations to the room?

Although this room offers the best views across the nearby common, the former owners had used it as a guest bedroom with a small en suite. However, when the McGraths bought the property, they decided the views were too good not to be enjoyed every day, so they turned it into the main bathroom and the en suite became a dressing room. Apart from adjusting doorways, the construction work was low level.