An Elegant Georgian Townhouse Pairs Original Features with Contemporary Living

Set behind an impeccably preserved Georgian facade in the heart of Islington’s Barnsbury Conservation Area, this exceptional townhouse has been thoughtfully reimagined for contemporary living.

Arranged across four floors and extending to 2,333 square feet, the four-bedroom home strikes a remarkable balance between period grandeur and modern refinement, retaining its rich architectural heritage while introducing a warm, functional, and serene interior.

The raised fround floor is dedicated to two beautifully appointed living rooms, where soaring ceilings, intricate original cornicing, and generous sash windows create an atmosphere of understated grandeur.

The back room is designed as a cozy television room with a large sofa and bespoke built-in cabinetry.

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The rooms showcase the perfect balance of contemporary living and historical features. Working shutters, a restored fireplace, and herringbone flooring enhance the sense of history, while the carefully curated contemporary palette ensures the spaces feel fresh and inviting.

The front room is designed as a cozy seating ares with two comfortable armchair in front of the original marble fireplace.

Folding doors between the two spaces help to create more intimate settings, but when opened, they allow natural light to flow through both rooms from the two large sash windows on either side.

Descending to the lower ground floor, you are welcomed by a light dining room that directly opens onto the back garden, as well as a social kitchen space.

Full-height glazed doors stretch across the rear elevation, opening directly onto the landscaped garden. The connection between indoor and out feels effortless.

This dining room feels wonderfully fresh and modern, with light-colored walls and a concrete floor. The accent wall, made of white zellige tiles, adds texture.

The landscaped rear garden offers a peaceful retreat from city life. Designed for both relaxation and entertaining, it extends the living space outdoors and provides the perfect setting for al fresco dining during the warmer months.

The sunken paved area extends into a lawn that is perfect for sunbathing.

The kitchen is designed around entertaining and everyday family life. The expansive open-plan space centers on a substantial marble-topped island that anchors the kitchen.

Bespoke cabinetry, painted in a muted beige tone, is paired with marble tops and backplashes, as well as open shelving.

Cleverly integrated utility spaces, additional storage, a wine fridge and restored vault areas have been discreetly incorporated to maximise practicality without compromising the clean aesthetic.

The beautiful hallway immediately showcases the elegant grandeur of this London townhouse.

The principal suite occupies the entire first floor. Grand in scale yet wonderfully intimate, the room combines many of the home’s finest original features, including ornate cornicing, sash windows, working shutters, and cast iron radiators.

These historic details sit comfortably alongside bespoke joinery, elegant herringbone flooring, and carefully considered contemporary interventions.

A freestanding bath positioned within the bedroom introduces a boutique hotel feel.

A beautifully crafted dressing room leads through to a luxurious en-suite bathroom.

The top floor provides two further bedrooms filled with natural light. They are served by a well-designed Jack-and-Jill bathroom.

The house is listed for £3,250,000 at Knight Frank & Scotts.