Downshire Hill and nearby Keats Grove contain some of the most sought-after houses in Hampstead — Regency villas and cottages with white stucco façades, slate roofs, and fine iron verandas. This area has a distinct, lighter atmosphere than the heavy red brick of Victorian Hampstead, often compared to a village in the country.
Regency Delicacy
Decorating Regency properties requires a lighter touch. The plasterwork is often finer, the joinery more delicate, and the windows larger and taller. We use fine-finish paints and brushes to avoid clogging the detail of Regency mouldings. Internally, these light-filled houses suit the 'Regency White' palette — warm, creamy whites and stones that emphasise the light and space.
Ironwork Restoration
Many Downshire Hill properties feature ornate iron balconies and verandas. These require specialist care — removing layers of accumulated paint to reveal the sharpness of the casting, treating any corrosion, and repainting in a high-quality metal gloss (usually black or very dark green). We specialise in the restoration of this architectural ironwork.
Downshire Hill decoration specialists — call 020 7101 3168 for a quote.
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