Historic Charm and Modern Design in a Light-Filled Pimlico Apartment

This bright and beautifully designed two-storey apartment sits within a stunning row of Grade II-listed terraces, right on the north-west corner of Eccleston Square. It’s one of just five houses in the square built by Thomas Cubitt in 1842 as part of his grand vision for south Belgravia that is now known as Pimlico.

With tall ceilings, huge windows, and lovely proportions throughout, the apartment feels airy, spacious, and full of light. And with a front-facing balcony, you get wonderful views over the private garden at the heart of the square.

The current owner worked with the design studio Parti to give the apartment a fresh, modern feel while carefully respecting its historic bones. The result is a space that’s both elegant and practical, with a natural flow that maximizes the use of tall ceilings, natural light, and classic features.

The open-plan living space, located on the first floor, is incredibly light and airy, thanks to the tall windows on both sides. White walls and original pine floors keep things feeling fresh, while the ornate cornicing and 11.5-foot ceilings add real character.

There’s a cosy sitting area centred around a fireplace with a log-burning stove, and bespoke shelving fills the alcoves on either side.

At the front of the space, French doors open onto the balcony, with leafy views over the garden square.

Toward the back, a gentle curve in the wall wraps around the staircase and leads into the kitchen.

The beautiful kitchen features bespoke oak units by Parti topped with Carrara marble worktops. There’s loads of storage, and at the far end, more French doors open onto a Juliet balcony that looks out over the gardens and tennis court.

A beautiful staircase descends to the ground floor level, where you will find the apartment’s two bedrooms and a bathroom.

The master bedroom features a tall sash window that offers views of the surrounding trees. It is flanked by built-in wardrobes, and a beautiful green fireplace adds a natural color accent to the room.

The bathroom is sleek and luxurious, with marble walls and floors, a large walk-in shower, and a stylish wall-hung basin.

Eccleston Square was designed in the 1830s during the shift from Georgian to Victorian London. Cubitt bought the land from the Grosvenor family and named it after Eccleston in Cheshire, part of their northern estate.

Today, the square is still celebrated for its elegant layout and period charm, and English Heritage even lists it for its importance in the planned design of Pimlico.

The gardens in the middle of the square are a real highlight. They’ve barely changed over the years and still have some of the original plane trees, along with camellias, roses, and even rare plants, such as a Wollemi pine and a white sunflower tree. It’s a peaceful, private green space that feels like a hidden retreat in the middle of the city.

The apartment is listed for £2,100,000 at The Modern House.