Kenwood Lee House

Location Highgate, London, N6
Architect Cousins & Cousins
Client Private Client
Sector Private Homes
Photography Jack Hobhouse

Contemporary Highgate villa with triple-height concrete core, luxury pool, and bespoke details.

Kenwood Lee House reimagines the classic double-fronted villa in Highgate’s Conservation Area, integrating modern design with respect for local heritage. This 3-story, 5-bedroom home features a substantial basement extending beneath the garden, where a luxury pool enhances the property’s lifestyle appeal.

Contemporary Highgate villa with triple-height concrete core, luxury pool, and bespoke details.

Kenwood Lee House reimagines the classic double-fronted villa in Highgate’s Conservation Area, integrating modern design with respect for local heritage. This 3-story, 5-bedroom home features a substantial basement extending beneath the garden, where a luxury pool enhances the property’s lifestyle appeal.

Location Highgate, London, N6
Architect Cousins & Cousins
Client Private Client
Sector Private Homes
Photography Jack Hobhouse

A triple-height board-marked concrete core anchors the home, highlighted by a striking cantilever staircase and expansive glazing that frames views of surrounding woodlands. This distinctive architecture, celebrated with the 2019 RIBA London award, combines contemporary aesthetics with thoughtful material transitions.

A triple-height board-marked concrete core anchors the home, highlighted by a striking cantilever staircase and expansive glazing that frames views of surrounding woodlands. This distinctive architecture, celebrated with the 2019 RIBA London award, combines contemporary aesthetics with thoughtful material transitions.

With a commitment to precise detailing, each element of the home emphasises craftsmanship. Collaborating closely with the client, who also served as the project’s contractor, enabled the seamless integration of tactile finishes and custom metalwork. The result is a modern yet timeless residence that honours Highgate’s Arts & Crafts legacy.

With a commitment to precise detailing, each element of the home emphasises craftsmanship. Collaborating closely with the client, who also served as the project’s contractor, enabled the seamless integration of tactile finishes and custom metalwork. The result is a modern yet timeless residence that honours Highgate’s Arts & Crafts legacy.

Awards & Nominations

2019

RIBA London Award

Winner

2019

Brick Awards (Individual Housing Development)

Winner

2019

New London Awards

Shortlisted

2019

RIBA House of the Year

Longlisted

2018

Sunday Times British Homes Awards

Highly Commended

2018

Haringey Design Awards

Shortlisted

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