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Murray Mews VII
London NW1
£1,750,000
Freehold
Architect: Ian Fraser
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“A singular mid-century home on the inimitable Murray Mews”
This rare three-bedroom home forms part of the idiosyncratic Murray Mews in Camden. Built by architect Ian Fraser in 1970, many of its original features remain, such as swathes of aluminium-framed glazing and an open-tread staircase. Over 1,500 sq ft of space extends over three storeys, including a spectacular double-height dining area. Outdoor spaces include a leafy courtyard garden and a private roof terrace. The shops, bars and restaurants of Camden are within easy walking distance, while Regent's Park is a short bicycle ride away.
Murray Mews VII
£1,750,000
History
Murray Mews demonstrates how architects have responded to the challenges of designing housing within London’s tight mews spaces on the eastern edge of Camden. Each house was created to meet the needs of its occupants while complying with strict planning regulations and preserving the shared character of the street.
The site was first developed in 1963 by Team 4 - Richard Rogers, Norman Foster, Su Brumwell and Wendy Cheesman - who designed houses 15–19 using brick cavity walls and concrete floors. The project proved difficult, as the architects had to ensure the new buildings did not dominate the limited public space. Their later work, such as Rogers and Brumwell’s house at 22 Parkside, reflects a shift away from this early approach.
Despite these constraints, the houses achieved privacy and light-filled interiors through skylights and clear axial planning. Later architects, including Richard Gibson, Tom Kay, and Hay Currey in 2006, continued to reinterpret these ideas, making Murray Mews an evolving architectural experiment.
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