Study Up: five homes for sale with inspiring workspaces
In the space of just one year, working from home has become an everyday reality for many of us. With ample benefits, such as working in your own curated corner and the joy of indulging in a quality homemade lunch, it’s a move many of us have come to enjoy and have no intention of forsaking – even as offices begin to open up. Here, we’ve handpicked some of our favourite homes for sale with studies and studios fit for creative types and nine-to-fivers alike, from a peaceful top-floor study in a London Victorian terrace house to a contemporary home and studio flooded with natural light.
Langton Way, London SE3
Not all home studies require four walls. In fact, sometimes a simple desk and chair set up in front of a window with a view is more than enough to create a productive workspace. For proof, look to this mid-century townhouse in Croydon, where the current owners have created a considered study space facing a floor-to-ceiling window within a split-level living area. And did we mention the rooftop? With idyllic views of the surrounding treetops, it’s the perfect spot to work from during the summer months.
Reed House, Aldeburgh, Suffolk
It’s unlikely that you’d ever grow tired of working from home when the set-up looks like this. At Reed House, designed by Studio Pond, a purpose-built studio lies at the end of the garden, making for a wonderfully short morning commute during which you can enjoy views of the surrounding Suffolk coastal marsh and the River Alde. Inside, the calming birch ply-clad space is rendered even more zen by its position overlooking a natural pond – a scene that encourages ample amounts of musing, creating and daydreaming.
Mildmay Grove North, London N1
On the top floor of this three-storey Victorian terrace house is a bright room that makes for a delightful home study. For those that require library-like quietness for work, the space is secluded enough from the rest of the home that a peaceful atmosphere is guaranteed, and its whitewashed walls promise minimal distraction – or, alternatively, a blank canvas to get one’s creative juices flowing. A particular highlight, however, is the location of this north London maisonette. Situated in Newington Green, all it takes is a short walk to reach a spectrum of cafés and dining spots – ideal for a well-deserved (or much needed) coffee break.
Percy Place, Bath, Somerset
For those looking for a more traditional working space, this Grade II-listed Georgian townhouse in Bath offers exactly that. The home office can be found on the first floor of the five-storey house and accommodates all the essentials for modern work: a desk, comfy chair and a beautiful view. While the rest of the house is finished in a light and simple palette, the study has been painted a calming coal colour, cleverly creating a distinctive separation between work and home life. The large traditional sash window, from which you can view the well-kept terrace, lets in plenty of natural light.
St Stephen’s Gardens, London W2
There is a palpable air of tranquillity in this minimalist apartment. The white-painted walls cover almost the entire space (with the exception of the tiled bathroom), creating a sense of flow between each room, including the study. A standout feature here is the built-in cabinetry and shelving – there’s plenty of space to build a personal library full of books, or display an artistic assortment of objects and collectables to ensure creative stimulation.
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