Soaring Ceilings and Eclectic Interiors in a Former Salvation Army Citadel
Behind a London stock brick facade, a unique home reveals itself, featuring loft-style spaces and a warm, eclectic interior palette.
Originally constructed as a Salvation Army citadel, the building has lived many lives, including a chapter as a photography studio, before being restored and reimagined by its current owners.
Today, the building offers more than 2,800 square feet of characterful living space, where soaring historic volumes meet thoughtful contemporary design.
Stepping inside, the scale of the home becomes immediately apparent. At its heart lies an impressive double-height living room, where vaulted ceilings rise dramatically overhead, and natural light pours in from overheid rooflights and tall sash windows.
The sense of openness is balanced by a warm, inviting atmosphere, with daylight softening the room’s grand proportions throughout the day.
The grand space is laid out with multiple seating areas, and a beautiful wooden screen creates a cozy nook, now used as a music area.
To the front of the house, a more intimate living room sits behind a pair of glazed doors reclaimed from the officers’ mess at the former Wellington Barracks.
The room is painted in a dark teal-blue shade, contrasting nicely with the brighter open-plan living space beyond.
The music corner behind the folding screen features a large piano.
The kitchen and dining area is a more intimate space with a lower ceiling, slate flooring, exposed brickwork, and granite worktops.
A raised recessed fireplace becomes the natural focal point of this space, with a robust wooden table sitting in front.
French doors open directly onto a secluded west-facing courtyard garden.
A striking spiral staircase rises through the main living space toward the mezzanine level with a library and study area and built-in bookcases.
From the mezzanine level, double doors lead you to a generous bedroom decorated in blue tones, and featuring fitted wardrobes and an en-suite shower room.
The master bedroom is located on the first floor at the front of the plan. The luxurious private suite features high ceilings, lush textiles, and large art.
The master suite also features a large walk-in wardrobe.
A large bathroom is located on the ground floor, featuring a freestanding bath and a walk-in shower.
The house is listed for £2,250,000 at Aucoot.