11/09/2026
S T. P H I L IP S W A Y, N 1
Completely transformed by Soho based architecture studio Szczepaniak Teh, led by Nicholas Szczepaniak and Wen Ying Teh, this magnificent end of terrace home combines original Victorian character with bold contemporary design.
Behind handsome cast iron railings, the raised ground floor opens into a spectacular double reception room, flooded with natural light and featuring ornate coving, original sash windows and shutters, a marble fireplace and wood flooring with underfloor heating.
The showstopping detail? A unique staircase crafted from a single sheet of perforated steel, appearing to float effortlessly between floors. So distinctive was the design that it inspired the architects to name the house “Air House.”
Extensive excavation has created impressive ceiling heights on the lower ground floor, where a striking kitchen/dining space features dark grey cabinetry, large-format tiled flooring, sleek storage and exposed timber beams. Floor to ceiling bifold doors open seamlessly onto the patio.
A versatile fourth bedroom/additional reception room and stylish shower room complete this level.
Upstairs are three further bedrooms and a beautifully appointed bathroom. The principal bedroom enjoys a vaulted ceiling and exposed steelwork, celebrating the home’s architectural transformation.
The top floor offers a flexible bedroom/study and access to a sunny roof terrace with spectacular views across Islington’s rooftops and treetops towards the City.
📍 Peacefully positioned on a tree-lined street within a Low Traffic Neighbourhood, the house is moments from Regent’s Canal and within easy reach of Upper Street, Essex Road and Camden Passage, with their independent boutiques, restaurants, bars and delicatessens.
🚇 Excellent transport links include Essex Road, Angel and King’s Cross St Pancras, with the City also within walking distance.