Avenue Road, St John’s Wood, NW8

Property Summary

Located on the prestigious Avenue Road in the heart of St John’s Wood, this extraordinary stucco-fronted residence redefines opulence. Spanning almost 30,000 sq. ft. over five immaculately designed floors, the home boasts an Art Deco-inspired interior by David Linley, combining mahogany and teak joinery with exquisite marble and onyx finishes. Featuring state-of-the-art technology, lavish entertaining spaces, and an exceptional leisure complex, this property offers unparalleled luxury and sophistication.

Key Spaces

• • Grand Reception Hall: Marble-lined entrance with towering columns, coffered ceiling, and a dramatic three-story lightwell crowned by a glazed dome.
  • Principal Reception Room: Full-width space with marble fireplaces, dining and seating areas, and French windows opening onto the landscaped garden.
  • Bespoke Kitchens: A family kitchen with Subzero appliances, marble floors, and granite breakfast bar; plus a professional-grade catering kitchen with a dumb waiter.
  • Leisure & Entertainment Complex: Media/cinema room with a star-lit ceiling, games room, gym, sauna, steam room, plunge pool, and hairdressing salon.
  • Secure Parking & Staff Quarters: Concealed car lift, parking for five cars, strongroom, staff accommodation with four bedrooms, and dedicated facilities.
  • Landscaped Gardens: Designed by Bowles & Wyer, featuring Iroko screening, automatic irrigation, and integrated lighting.
  • Smart Home Technology: Fully integrated Crestron system for climate, lighting, AV, and security, plus underfloor heating and Cat 6 data cabling.

Design & Development Potential

While already a showcase of timeless elegance and bespoke craftsmanship, the interiors of this residence offer exceptional potential for personalization. The expansive spaces, high ceilings, and abundant natural light provide an ideal canvas for reimagining interiors to suit contemporary or classical tastes. Consider transforming the games room into an artist’s studio, the wine cellar into a private tasting room, or enhancing the landscaped garden with a modern outdoor kitchen and entertainment area.