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Almendra Studio was commissioned to deliver the complete residential Design & Build renovation of this 262m² family home in Barnes, London, SW13. The project involved the full architectural design and building upgrade of the property, transforming a traditional London house into a contemporary residence designed for modern family living. The brief focused on creating a generous open-plan living space, bespoke interior joinery, and a seamless connection between the interior and the garden.
Project Details
Project: Residential Renovation
Location: Barnes, London, SW13
Property Type: Semi-Detached Family House
Project Size: 262 m²
Scope: Full Renovation + Floor Layout Reconfiguration
Services: Residential Architectural Design, Construction, Interior Design, Site Management
This project represents a close collaboration with London-based architectural designer Monica Marozzi, who envisioned the interior architecture of the ground-floor living areas. Almendra Studio executed the comprehensive build as the main contractor, whilst also undertaking the architectural design of the upper private spaces.
Architectural Reconfiguration and Open-Plan Living
The renovation required extensive structural reconfiguration to create a 100m² open-plan ground floor, a defining feature of many high-end residential refurbishments in London. The new spatial layout integrates kitchen, dining and living areas around a central social space designed for contemporary family life and hosting social gatherings.
Bespoke Kitchen Design and Interior Joinery
The heart of the home is a bespoke contemporary kitchen designed with integrated cabinetry, custom storage units and a large kitchen island. High-quality natural materials, premium brassware and bespoke joinery elements were carefully selected to create a refined and functional environment.
The redesigned ground floor also features a renovated reception hall, a private office, piano room, utility room, reception cloakroom and a gym.
Garden Integration and
Natural Light
A full-height bi-fold opening connect the main living area to the landscaped garden, maximising natural light and establishing a strong visual relationship between interior and exterior spaces — a key principle in contemporary London residential architecture.
As part of the wider residential refurbishment, the existing garage was converted into a new living space, incorporating a secondary access door, and accommodating a dedicated gym area.
On the first floor, the layout was reconfigured to create a grand primary suite by combining three adjacent rooms. The new primary bedroom features an Italian-design walk-in wardrobe and a bespoke en-suite bathroom with a grand size shower and high-tech design fittings, all carefully selected to enhance the calm architectural language of the interiors. Additional features include architectural lighting, a built-in sound system and a custom made display joinery unit, combining everyday comfort with refined detailing.
As part of the complete home renovation, the stair hall, four spacious double bedrooms and the remaining upper levels were fully refurbished. These interiors were upgraded with full-height bespoke wardrobes, natural oak flooring, elegant architectural door detailing, and a carefully composed soft colour palette.
Barnes project reflects Almendra Studio’s approach to premium residential transformations in London SW13, combining thoughtful spatial planning, contemporary architectural detailing and carefully crafted interiors to create a calm and elegant family home.
Comprehensive Design & Build Delivery
Almendra Studio provided a complete Design & Build service, managing the project from architectural design and planning coordination through to construction and final delivery. This integrated approach ensures design continuity, construction quality and efficient project delivery for London homeowners undertaking major residential renovations.
House Extension and Residential Renovation Specialists in London
Almendra Studio delivers architecture-led renovations and structural extensions for homeowners across Greater London, including Barnes, Richmond, Chelsea, Kensington and Islington. Our work focuses on high-quality design, careful material specification and precision construction to create homes that combine architectural refinement with everyday functionality.