December 6, 2025 | DESIGN & INTERIORS
a REIMAGINED HAMPSTEAD TOWNHOUSE
On a quiet, tree-lined street in Hampstead, a Victorian townhouse has been thoughtfully transformed by Callender Howorth into a warm, contemporary home for a creative family. The 5,000 sq ft property blends the charm of historic architecture with a fresh, modern rhythm.
A COMPLETE RESET
Untouched for more than three decades, the house required a full reinvention. The studio reworked every floor to suit modern family life and introduced a newly built basement — now home to a guest suite, wine cellar, cinema room and a gallery space created for the client’s art practice. This level sets the tone: functional, refined, and open to discovery.
LIGHT, FLOW AND FAMILY LIVING
The first floor brings together the kitchen, dining and drawing room in one generous, light-filled sweep. It’s designed for both everyday rituals and lively gatherings. Above, the master suite takes over the second floor, while children’s rooms and an attic guest area offer privacy and comfort across the upper levels.
CONTEMPORARY WARMTH WITH A PERSONAL TWIST
The design balances modernity with a lived-in soul. Callender Howorth pairs new and vintage pieces, textured materials and handcrafted details to create what founder Mark Howorth describes as “classic contemporary with a twist of funkiness.”
“I love how the art and textures make this house a real Aladdin’s cave of discovery,” he says. “Every room reveals something unexpected.”
Soft, chalky tones and layered fabrics run throughout, giving the home a sense of calm permanence — contemporary yet timeless.
A STORY TOLD THROUGH SPACE
The Hampstead Townhouse ultimately reads as a story of renewal. Through careful spatial planning, material richness and playful individuality, Callender Howorth has given a historic London home a new, characterful life.
