luxury property london: victory house, hampstead, london, nw3
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A handsome and substantial detached victorian family house, beautifully remodelled and refurbished by artisan craftsmen. After seven years of painstaking work, Victory House has been transformed into one of the area’s finest homes. Its Victorian grandeur has been embellished with flair and imagination to create a stunning 21st century home of exceptional quality. Approaching 10,000 sq ft and designed for entertaining and comfort, its light and spacious rooms are sensibly laid out with a great deal of thought given to the practicalities of modern family life. The finest British craftsmen have been commissioned to create unique contemporary architectural features to enhance the best features of the original house which have been sensitively restored. http://search.knightfrank.co.uk/property-for-sale/uk/greater-london/londonTRANSCRIPT
Victory House
A hAndsome And substAntiAl detAched VictoriAn fAmily house, beAutifully remodelled And
refurbished by ArtisAn crAftsmen.After seven years of painstaking work, Victory House has been transformed into one of
the area’s finest homes.
Its Victorian grandeur has been embellished with flair and imagination to create a
stunning 21st century home of exceptional quality.
Approaching 10,000 sq ft and designed for entertaining and comfort, its light and
spacious rooms are sensibly laid out with a great deal of thought given to the
practicalities of modern family life.
The finest British craftsmen have been commissioned to create unique contemporary
architectural features to enhance the best features of the original house which have
been sensitively restored.
Hampstead • london • NW3
Your attention is drawn to the Important Notice on the last page of the text.
Victory House
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Daleham Gardens is situated on the southern slopes of Hampstead,
running north from Belsize Lane to Lyndhurst Road. There are
good local shops and restaurants less than 200 metres away in
Belsize Village, whilst the cosmopolitan Hampstead Village is also
close by.
Schools: The house is ideally situated for several of the area’s
highly regarded independent schools:
South Hampstead (girls, 4 to 18 years), Devonshire House (mixed,
2 to 13 years), North Bridge House (mixed, 2 to 13 years), The Hall
(boys, 4 to 13 years) and University College School (boys, 7 to 18
years). Many children in the area travel daily to some of the best
schools in England: Westminster, City of London, Haberdashers’
and North London Collegiate. Two international schools are also
nearby, The Southbank International School in Maresfield Gardens
and the American School London in St John’s Wood.
Transport: The house has the advantage of being within a short
walking distance of public transport links. It is between Swiss
Cottage Underground Station (Jubilee Line, for the West End and
Canary Wharf) which is less than 500 metres walk and Belsize
Park (Northern Line, for the City and St Pancras International)
which is approximately 800 metres. A similar distance away
at Finchley Road station, the London Overground has trains to
Stratford (Olympic Park and Westfield Shopping Centre) and links
to Gatwick and Luton Airports.
LocAtioN
Daleham Gardens is named after a 15th
Century house on the Sussex estate
of the former Lord of the Manor of
Hampstead, Spencer Maryon Wilson.
The handsome Victorian houses at the
southern end of the road were built
in the 1880s by the firm of Herbert
& Edward Kelly. Victory House was
the former home of John Bowlby, the
eminent child psychologist, psychiatrist
and psychoanalyst, notable for his
interest in child development and his
pioneering work on attachment theory.
HistoricAL Note
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ironwork:The original ironwork has been the
inspiration for the drama of the new.
Following removal from site, the best
of the fine Victorian metalwork was
retained, restored and, where necessary,
new sections were fabricated by hand to
replace pieces beyond repair.
The extensive contemporary ironwork
throughout the house is designed by the
celebrated Blacksmith James Horrobin
and hand-made at the Doverhay Forge
(makers of the Churchill Memorial
Screen at St Paul’s). Using the original
language of the restored Victorian
metalwork for his inspiration, James
Horrobin has created beautiful designs
that are wonderfully intricate.
From the seamless and elegant principal
staircase, with its cool LED lighting, to
the front gates which open at the touch
of a button, the ironwork is a powerful
marriage of traditional and modern.
Even the antique radiators have been
retained and painstakingly modernised.
Elegantly decorative, they have been
completely renovated and skilfully
reconstructed, so that they are an
integral and efficient part of the modern
heating system.
Throughout the house, all the fine
fireplaces are original, apart from in the
dining room. Here a striking modern
fireplace has been installed, designed by
Foster Lomas architects and a leading
granite specialist.
Bespoke FeAtures
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GlAss:The glass used throughout the house
is by Firman Glass, one of the most
innovative glass companies in the
world, who built the spectacular all
glass staircase for Apple’s London
flagship store. In Daleham Gardens
Firman have been actively involved on
the project from conception through
to completion, creating stunning and
unique glass designs.
Bespoke FeAtures
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liGhtinG:A beautifully lit environment was
fundamental to the architect’s design.
During the day the house takes full
advantage of its southerly aspect.
Large windows flood the interior with a
vast amount of daylight. Strategically
designed light wells, and a reflective
pool, bathe the garden floor in
soothing natural light. After dark, the
computer controlled lighting system
allows a multitude of moods. Small
energy efficient LED light sources
are discreetly integrated into the
architectural elements. Decorative
lighting fittings, such as chandeliers,
provide additional light and become
focal features in principal rooms.
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wood:Marquetry: The drawing room floor
is made of English oak, caramelised
in France. It is an exact copy of the
original handcut floor that was beyond
restoration. Ardern Hodges, a leading
flooring company, collaborated with
the architect and marquetry craftsmen
to develop a new technique to create
“the impossible”. Laser guided saws
were programmed to cut the template
and inlay, yielding the same handmade
design as before, but with computer
controlled perfection. Each section
is also layered cross grain against
the other giving the floor a stunning,
intricate pattern with wonderful colour
variation that will have greater longevity
than the original.
Panelling: The bespoke dining room
panelling is hand carved in oak by
English craftsmen. The beautiful
detailing is particularly evident round
the dining room door, in the egg and
dart chair rail, the acanthus flower
carving and the hand carved mirror
surround. In order not to compromise
the original cross-beamed ceiling plaster,
the central chandelier was omitted.
Instead the room is lit by concealed
cove fittings above the panelling which
illuminates the ceiling for dinner.
As in the rest of the house, the dining
room is fully equipped for music, but the
speakers have been cleverly disguised
as panels within the walls. Also hidden
is a bar with a built-in fridge.
On the garden floor, Ardern Hodges
have laid bespoke limed oak which
has a more contemporary feel and
compliments the modern architecture
and clean lines of the space.
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Bespoke FeAtures
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Bespoke FeAtures
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stone:Throughout the house the art of the
stonemason is evident, from the hand
carved bathroom basins, cut from the
same slab as the floor, to the bath
cut from a huge matching slab of
travertine. This is craftsmanship of
the finest order using materials such
as Balzac limestone which will always
be a delight to behold.
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In
Up
Dn
Music room4.88 x 4.1916'0" x 13'9"
7.02 x 4.8023'0" x 15'9"
Kitchen/Breakfast room
Kitchen/Living room4.56 x 3.3515'0" x 11'0"
Bedroom3.25 x 3.0410'8" x 10'0"
Dining room6.70 x 4.8022'0" x 15'9"
Drawing room7.35 x 6.06
24'1" x 19'11"
Void
Pantry
Receptionhall
Spa
Steamroom
Plantroom
Plant room7.77 x 3.3525'6" x 11'0"
Utilityroom
Up
UpStoreroom
Garden room15.24 x 7.2050'0" x 23'7"
Gymnasium7.20 x 4.5523'7" x 15'0"
Garage6.65 x 5.91
21'10" x 19'5"
Ground floor
lower Ground floor
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Dn
Up
Bedroom5.66 x 4.87
Dressingroom
Master Bedroom7.32 x 6.0924'0" x 20'0"
Bedroom6.71 x 4.8722'0" x 16'0"
Dn
Bedroom5.68 x 4.8718'8" x 16'0"
Eaves
Eaves
BedroomCinema room/
6.25 x 4.8720'6" x 16'0"
Bedroom6.71 x 4.8722'0" x 16'0"
Balco
ny
Dn
Roof space12.2 x 11.440'0" x 37'4"
(Approx)
18'7" x 16'0"
first floor Atticsecond floor
Gross Internal Floor Area (approx):
892.5 sq m (9,607 sq ft) - not including attic
Attic: 74.5 sq m (802 sq ft)
Total: 967 sq m (10,409 sq ft)
For identification purposes only. Not to scale
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speciFicAtioN
mAin consultAnts And ArtesAns:Architects for the refurbishment: Foster Lomas (www.fosterlomas.com).
Nominated by Wallpaper magazine as one of the top 25 architectural practices
in the world and shortlisted for Young Architect of the Year.
Mechanical and Electrical: Blair Thompson (www.blairthompson.co.uk).
Advisors on installations at Buckingham Palace, St James’s Palace, Clarence
House and many other historic buildings.
Metalwork: Designed by Foster Lomas in conjunction with James Horrobin of
Doverhay Forge Studios (www.doverhay.co.uk) who have worked at St. Paul’s
Cathedral (The Churchill Memorial Screen), The V & A and the Savoy Theatre.
Flooring: Ardern Hodges (www.ardernhodges.com), whose client list includes
the Duke of Westminster, Harvey Nichols and the Dulwich Art Gallery.
Glass: Firman Glass (www.firmanglass.com), who have installations in the
Royal Academy, Royal Opera House and the Tokyo International Forum.
systems:Helvar computer controlled lighting, with multiple mood settings, discreetly
integrated into bespoke architectural elements.
Crestron audio visual control system, ipad compatible, including hidden
speakers and plasma screens.
All floors rebuilt, strengthened and equipped with underfloor heating with an
additional chilled ceiling in the garden room.
Electronic blinds throughout.
Sophisticated, remotely monitored and integrated security and fire system.
Amenities:The Cinema room is equipped with a 2.8 metre screen and hidden surround
sound system, but at the touch of a button the screen retracts and a double
bed folds out to create a large bedroom.
The 50 ft long Garden Room also doubles as a party room with a powerful
music system suitable for large functions.
The wellness centre has a fully air-conditioned gym, spa, steam room and his &
hers changing rooms. To prevent unauthorised access, the sliding glass doors
are fob operated.
The kitchen is fitted with bespoke units, including a large walnut topped
central island with concealed seating for eight. There are numerous Miele
and Gaggenau appliances including a 900mm oven, steam oven, micro
combination oven, large and small warming drawers, coffee machine, two
dishwasher drawers and a separate back kitchen with further sink and full size
dishwasher.
The flat situated at the rear of the kitchen, with a door into the main house that
can be opened or locked, is perfect for staff or guests. It has its own entrance
door, sideway, front door, living room with fully fitted kitchen, wet room and
double bedroom. It is finished to the same high standard as the house.
The top floor has its own fully fitted kitchen, allowing it to be used
independently of the main house if so desired.
The integral double garage, which is set behind electronic gates, has internal
access to the main house. Combined with the double driveway, the house
offers off street parking for four cars.
exterior:Outside the garden room, the reflective pool incorporates the latest innovations
in waterproofing and hidden drainage whilst providing stunning reflections on
the basement ceiling.
To the front is a lovely, west facing, formal topiary garden, whilst the large
main garden, which is largely laid to lawn with several mature trees, takes full
advantage of its open southerly aspect. Dramatic stairs lead up to the large
south and west facing terrace, off the drawing room, which incorporates a
robust waterproofing system and open jointed stone tiling for easy maintenance
and drainage. There is also a second floor balcony with superb views.
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A41
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HampsteadHeath
CoventGarden
A41
A40A40
A40
A5
A5
A502
A502
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A5
Kilb
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Regent’sPark
Prince Albert Rd
Park Rd
Haverstock Hill
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NottingHill
Hampstead
BelsizePark
SwissCottage
WestHampstead
Paddington
St Pancras
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Euston Rd
Note: For identification purposes only. Not to Scale
GeNerAL iNFormAtioN
28.5m(93ft6)
52m(170ft)
Terrace
Parking
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