Architecture by Harper Latter Architects.
Photography by Kensington Leverne.
Light doesn’t just brighten a space—sometimes it writes the entire script. That’s exactly what happened in this South West London renovation of a London Arts and Crafts home (Designed by Gunter & Co,), where a simple idea to shift a staircase turned into a far more dramatic journey. Think: excavation so bold that the facade was the only thing left standing. The result? A three-story entrance void that feels less “welcome home” and more “welcome to a contemporary art museum”—in the best possible way.
The interior follows a kind of luxurious minimalism. The entire ground floor is wrapped in White Emperador marble, more than fifty slabs of it, each polished in place so the seams practically vanish. The soft gray veining adds just enough movement, quietly supporting the homeowners’ art collection without stealing the spotlight. (Yes, I’m saying White Emperador marble can be humble.)
Period details? Not here. Polished plaster walls and perfectly flush metal transitions keep everything calm and modern, with a whisper of Indian architectural influence. The design team actually traveled to India, studying how families gather, pray, cook, and create—insights that shaped everything from the open family spaces to the dedicated studio and prayer room. It’s a South West London renovation with soul, not just style.
And the furniture? Custom pieces crafted with Indian artisans, warm oak stains, soft bronze accents, and earthy fabrics that play nicely with the artwork instead of competing with it. The showstopper is the three-story Charles Burnand glass installation, developed alongside the homeowner, who happens to be a glass artist—meaning this South West London renovation wasn’t just a project; it was a true creative partnership.
A London Arts and Crafts home transformed not by nostalgia, but by fearless design and the beauty of collaboration.
