East Avenue, East Oxford

A beautifully reimagined Victorian family home, combining period character with a striking architect designed extension and exceptional contemporary interiors, situated on a popular no through road close to Cowley Road and South Park.

Conceived by the architects as a spliced modern insertion within a Victorian vernacular, the house has been comprehensively remodelled by the present owners. The end of terrace position presented a rare opportunity to extend both widthways and lengthways, creating an unusually spacious home. The result is a compelling contrast between the original Victorian building and the bold industrial character of the rear addition.

At its heart is an impressive open plan kitchen, dining and family space, formed through the replacement of the original ground floor kitchen outrigger with a light filled extension. Soaring ceilings, expansive glazing and a polished microcement floors create a dramatic sense of light and volume, while large glazed doors open directly onto the garden, providing a seamless connection between the interior and outside space.

Exposed steel elements are celebrated in dramatic tones, clearly defining the junction between the original building and the new extension. The material palette has a raw, earthy quality, with limewash paints and natural oil finishes complementing the Oxford red brick walls and natural slate roof. Double doors connect the kitchen with a more intimate bay fronted sitting room, where original pine floorboards and a sleek real flame gas fire introduce warmth and character.

On the first floor are two well proportioned double bedrooms and a dramatic family bathroom with a freestanding bath, separate shower and vaulted ceiling. The principal bedroom suite occupies the entire second floor and includes an en suite shower room and Juliet balcony overlooking the rear garden.

The property is approached via a paved pathway, with a small front garden providing practical space for bicycles and bins. To the rear is an attractive walled garden, thoughtfully landscaped with raised beds surrounding a central lawn and a paved terrace positioned at the far end.

East Avenue is a sought after no through road running between Cowley Road and Morrell Avenue, offering convenient access to central Oxford and the area’s excellent selection of independent shops, cafés, bars and restaurants. South Park, Oxford Brookes University and a range of well regarded schools are all within walking distance, while frequent coach services provide direct connections to London Victoria, Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted airports.