As Spring is marching on, feast your eyes on these six industrial kitchens, that will spruce up your Spring bank holiday weekend.

Former Lightbulb Factory

Close to Brixton’s beating heart but hidden away off Brixton Hill, a super cool, three storey 2203 sq ft live/work warehouse conversion with nods to its industrial heritage in a private gated community with secure parking and roof terrace with unique views of the Brixton Windmill

“The Lightworks”, originally a lightbulb factory, hence the name, is host to a small collection of highly prized warehouse conversions. This particularly unique home is full of dark decadence, the “Blue & Back”, Farrow and Ball covered walls and ceilings are a bold decorative statement that work harmoniously with its lofty factory lines.

Beyond the chunky brickwork of the boundary walls, voluminous accommodation rises through three floors all awash with that dark, muted palette.

Hardwood flooring covers the entire room and, along with sizable warehouse windows, complete the industrial aesthetic.

Capping the internal room count is the kitchen diner which occupies the mezzanine. The glamour of this urban space continues with deep black bespoke cabinetry topped with a glossy blue countertop and filled with an array of lux appliances.

This room is also the gateway to the private rooftop terrace that soaks up sun and enjoys tranquil views across a significant local landmark, the Brixton Windmill and its surrounding green open space. It’s a peaceful and composed space, a rare commodity in Brixton’s energetic local scene.

Currently on the market for £1,375,000

Beautifully crafted out of an original East End warehouse, this loft has retained all its authentic features and charms. Situated in the thriving hub of Liverpool Street, this is a classic city fringe loft space.

Blending historic character and contemporary design this is an incredible quiet space that has retained complete original brickwork, ironmongery and floorboards. 

Located on the first floor accessible via an industrial goods lift, the vastness of the space on offer is incredible. Cleverly arranged to allow a flowing transition between spaces, distinct areas of the home have been crafted for relaxing, working and dining. 

Throughout the loft there are nine Crittall windows that illuminate the room from southeast to southwest flooding the space with natural light. An industrial style kitchen is placed perfectly at one end for open plan living set apart by a deep kitchen island.

Two sets of original iron doors are still present either side of the kitchen and are timestamped ‘1937’ – a great throwback to the building’s industrial past. 

Currently on the market for £1,395,000

In the heart of Kentish Town, a late Victorian manufacturing hub—once the epicentre of London’s piano-making industry—has been thoughtfully transformed into a one-of-a-kind industrial residence. This ground-floor apartment, under the same ownership for the last 37 years, is accessed via its own private entrance. It’s a masterclass in adaptive reuse, combining raw architectural heritage with modern, contemporary styling.

The space is defined by its soaring 14ft ceilings and an extraordinary expanse of original south-facing Crittall windows over 7ft in height. Sunlight cascades across the painted concrete floors, animating the volume of the vast, open-plan interior with a dynamic interplay of light and shadow.

Originally home to the owner’s high-end photography studio, the apartment now presents as a versatile one-bedroom mezzanine layout.

At one end, a sleek kitchen sits under the mezzanine bedroom.  The surrounding floor area hosts a sizeable dining spot sitting under the expansive windows.  A corner door yields deep storage and guest WC.

Crossing the floor area to the opposite side of the space, a smaller second kitchen along with shower room and storage cupboard are the remnants of a what was a self contained studio space that could be easily re-instated and enjoyed again.

Currently on the market for £1,250,000

A beautifully captured union of graceful, elegant interiors and industrial individuality thread throughout a light filled, voluminous, second floor, 963 sq ft conversion of a former factory in Fulham surrounded by Victorian architecture & peaceful leafy streets.

Fulham’s tree lined enclaves are hardly the sort of setting you’d expect to stumble across a raw, historic factory building, but here we are!

Sheltered away on Wyfold Road, Brandon House is a handsome piece of Fulham’s industrial heritage and now residence to a small number of achingly authentic warehouse homes.

A substantial chunk of that 963 sq. ft of this second-floor space commands a prime position at the front of the building. Original whitewashed brick work of the front facing facade wall houses four, beautifully patinated, original windows. These oversized openings soak the 36 ft expansive, open plan reception with sunshine.

Refinement encompasses the entire living space which is thoughtfully arranged and proportioned. At one end of the room, a chic kitchen mixes glossy white cabinetry, high end appliances and two Corian work surfaces, one doubling a breakfast bar. The dining area, at the centre of the room, provides the gateway to the formal living area. Oversized ceiling height, original steel beams and columns complement wonderfully distressed wood boarded floors, all of which complete that restored factory feel that’s warm, welcoming and invites lively gatherings or intimate get togethers.

Currently on the market for £1,125,000

In the heart of London Fields, lies a former 19th century shoe factory (previous tenants include Clarks Shoes) converted in the 00s. This loft is at the top of the original building with a gabled skylight providing muted natural light all day.

It is rare to come across an industrial conversion with such curated & historical heritage features. Cargo zinc plated floor-to-ceiling loading doors (the only pair left in the building) are mounted across one wall, & 120-year-old reclaimed floorboards were rescued from a church in Lancashire, cut and laid across the top floor. Even one of the tables has been built over the base of a vintage sewing machine.

The thought and process that has been putinto this loft is immediately evident when you enter. Once an early 00s start-up office, apparently there was clipped MDF flooring everywhere and a boxed in depressing hallway!

The owner went about commissioning a local architect Asif Khan to complete a spiral staircase made of Douglas Fir to open up and flood natural light into the bottom floor. The spindles you see are made of restored Victorian wrought iron, and the (Moravian) star chandeliers, were sourced specially by the owner, as a nod to their Pennsylvanian heritage.

The kitchen has been crafted over the years by the owner, featuring worktops reclaimed from old school desks, an antique butler sink, Belling 60s electric oven, hob and dishwasher. The only south facing window in the entire factory is just above the sink, overlooking the original iron fire-escape for the factory.

Currently on the market for £1,000,000

This converted Georgian flour mill, a Grade II listed building and local landmark, sits alongside its historic mill pond, in a quiet Kent hamlet surrounded by open fields. Over time, Tonge Mill has been imaginatively remodelled to create a three-storey home, with a large attached workshop, an artist’s studio and a separate, highly rentable cottage.

Grade 11 Listed Flour Mill – This converted Georgian flour mill, a Grade II listed building and local landmark, sits alongside its historic mill pond, in a quiet Kent hamlet surrounded by open fields. Over time, Tonge Mill has been imaginatively remodelled to create a three-storey home, with a large attached workshop, an artist’s studio and a separate, highly rentable cottage.

First impressions of Tonge Mill are dominated by the scale and ‘wow’ factor of 6,200 square feet of space with a 60-foot historic chimney (no longer in use.

The Mill is both solid and pleasingly symmetrical, with a time-tested brick-built façade with original shuttered sash windows. The roof, a mix of original slate tiles and modern panels, has been recently restored and refurbished where required.

Beyond the immediate impact of its size and scale, Tonge Mill offers abundant practical options.

The heart of the building is a substantial family house. Beyond, it extends into a workshop, artist’s studio and separate cottage, all with separate entrances.

With these four distinct units, the Mill offers a portfolio of significant and flexible spaces, as well suited for creative business use and investment, as they are for stylish living.

The heart of Tonge Mill is a three-storey family house. Its imaginative conversion preserves an industrial look and feel throughout with wooden floors and exposed brickwork or white painted walls giving a simple and adaptable backcloth. With recently renovated bathrooms and kitchen, the Mill combines heritage style with modern comfort.

Between the main house and the car park is the large workshop building, which offers two floors of flexible space, with an electrical system suitable for industrial or commercial use.

On the other side of the main house is the Studio, which offers significant potential for creative development.

Not currently in use, its triple-height ceiling, mezzanine platform and full height arched window overlooking the pond, give it a particular artistic charm. Subject to consent, it could be used as an open-plan loft-style home for a family member, guests, or rental investment.

Currently on the market for £1,350,000

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