1 room house of 42m² in London

On the second floor of a handsome white-stucco terrace, this studio apartment makes the most of its position. Light floods in through tall sash windows, looking out to views across the rooftops of South Kensington. Generous ceiling heights and original cornicing run throughout, while a cleverly conceived layout ensures every inch works hard.The main living space is versatile, effortlessly shifting between rest and relaxation. It’s centred by a double bed and flanked by desks, with a sitting area opposite. Just beyond, a separate kitchen sits within its own light-filled bay, crowned by a roof lantern that floods the space with sun. Integrated appliances sit alongside plenty of storage space, plus a dining area and bistro table tucked into the bay of the window. Elsewhere, a smartly appointed family bathroom features a bathtub with an overhead shower.LocationStanhope Gardens sits in the heart of South Kensington, a peaceful square moments from the area’s cultural riches. Start the day with coffee from a neighbourhood café before strolling to the museums of Exhibition Road – the V&A, the Natural History and the Science Museum all within easy reach. Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens are close by for green open space, while the boutiques and brasseries of South Kensington and the Old Brompton Road are on the doorstep. For dinner, take your pick of the area’s French bistros.Gloucester Road – 4 minsSouth Kensington – 7 mins