Once a bookbinding warehouse, this three-bedroom duplex has been reimagined by Chris Dyson Architects to dramatic effect. Set discreetly behind mature trees on Barnsbury Square, it is a home shaped by light and volume, where an industrial past meets calm contemporary design.





The main living space is arranged on the upper floor. Here, double-height ceilings and floor-to-ceiling glass create a gallery-like atmosphere, washing smooth concrete floors and white walls with natural light. A polished stainless-steel kitchen with a stone island flows into generous dining and seating areas, while arched doors open to the sky and sliding glass reveals a wraparound terrace planted with greenery, anchored by a wood-fired oven and a hot tub.





A sculptural spiral staircase leads to the private spaces below. The principal bedroom suite is quiet and secluded, with a dressing room, marble-lined bathroom and doors to a balcony and a glass-walled courtyard. Two further bedrooms each have their own bathroom. There is also a snug, a library, a wine store, plus a sauna and steam room for complete relaxation.


Throughout, industrial minimalism is softened by natural textures and subtle Mediterranean references. The result is a home that feels both secluded and social, designed for easy living and entertaining.





The apartment is perfectly positioned on one of Islington’s most charming garden squares. Barnsbury Square itself is known for its leafy calm, yet a short walk brings you to the lively stretch of Upper Street with its restaurants, cafés and independent shops. Ottolenghi, Bellanger and 69 Colebrooke Row are all within easy reach, as are the green expanses of Barnard Park. Excellent transport links put the City and the West End close at hand, making this a rare combination of tranquillity and vibrant city life.