Reimagined by loud Architects, this characterful five-bedroom, three-storey house is part of a handsome Edwardian terrace in Wanstead, east London. An exacting approach to colour and material defines the interior: Vivid jewel-toned walls are paired with swathes of polished marble and warm brass accents. The house's south-facing rear garden extends effortlessly from the immaculate open-plan kitchen and dining room, providing an evergreen backdrop as well as overspill entertaining space in the warmer months. Wanstead, with its open green spaces and coveted high street, has a wonderful village-like feel that belies the area's quick Central line connections to Liverpool Street station.

The Tour

The house sits back from the pavement behind a pristine front garden dotted with mature bushes. A tiled pathway stretches towards a baby pink front door with complementary brass furniture. Inside, the generous hallway is laid with chequered tiles and has an excellent provision of storage. There is also a hidden laundry nook for drying clothes and a guest WC with colourful wallpaper by Lick.

To the left lies the living room, which is painted in 'Rufus' a fiery orange hue by Paint and Paper Library. The space is illuminated by a generous bay window at the front, with slatted shutters for privacy. Reinstated cornicing adds a texture and draws the eye upwards.

An expansive kitchen and dining space unfolds at the rear, guiding towards the thoughtfully landscaped garden. Here, organic curves meet clean architectural lines, while a combination of pink, green and brass cabinetry creates an inviting space to cook, dine and entertain. Fully integrated, the kitchen has a large six-ring range-master in the centre.

Broad skylights on two aspects illuminate the room while emphasising its height and volume. A maroon-painted bar alcove, with plenty of overhead shelving and hidden uplighters lies flush with the wall behind sliding doors. Subtle off-white herringbone-laid parquet spreads out underfoot (warmed by underfloor heating), while rosy pink-painted beams run overhead.

The house has five bedrooms, each with a distinctive character - one even has an en suite plunge pool, replete with polished plaster walls. Each room stems off first and second-storey landings, which are grounded by soft carpet.

The main bedroom is on the first floor and has a sumptuous bespoke velvet headboard that offsets the neutral off-white walls and bespoke cabinetry. Special consideration has been given to the main bathroom, with its bronze freestanding bathtub and striking marble-lined walk-in shower. Double sinks sit above a vintage-style cabinet flanked by elegant wall lights. There is also underfloor heating in this room.

There is a useful ev charger positioned outside the house.

Outdoor Space

From the kitchen, a floor-to-ceiling glazed door pivots onto the patio. Concrete paving has been cleverly levelled to create an easy sense of flow between indoors and out.

Designed to be evergreen, the garden is filled with established bushes, hedging and evergreen plants. Orientated to the south, the garden receives direct sunlight throughout the day.

The Area

Wellington Road is perfectly positioned for all that Wanstead has to offer. Wanstead Park and the popular Aldersbrook Riding School are a 25-minute stroll south; beyond lies Wanstead Flats and Alexandra Lake, an expansive area of open fields that form the southernmost part of Epping Forest, which has several established walks with beautiful views of the city.

Wanstead's high street, with its vast array of independent shops, is a six-minute walk away. It has a farmers' market on the first Sunday of the month, as well as a handy Gails Bakery and an outpost of The Ginger Pig. Neighbourhood favourite, The Duke, is also only a five minutes walk. Wanstead Music festival on Christchurch Green occurs every summer and is very popular amongst those that live in and outside of the community.

Nearby there are several highly regarded schools including schools including Wanstead Church School, Nightingale Primary, Snaresbrook Primary and Wanstead High. There is also the Catholic, Our Lady of Lourdes School, rated in the top 10 primary schools in London by The Times. The Independent Forest School is also within walking distance as is The Grove, a Montessori nursery school.

Wellington Road is a short walk from Snaresbrook Underground station (Central line), which has direct lines to Liverpool Street in under half an hour. The A406 is close by and links to the M11 and M25. Stansted Airport is just over a 30-minute drive away.

Council Tax Band: G