Leighton House

by BDP

Client Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea

Award RIBA London Award 2024

Leighton House museum and garden, situated on the edge of Holland Park, is Grade II listed. This historic house, once the residence and studio of Victorian artist Frederic Lord Leighton, is renowned for its opulent interiors and association with the Holland Park Circle – a group of artists who built studio houses in the vicinity.

An extensive restoration and extension by architects BDP have enabled the house to operate more efficiently as a visitor attraction while preserving its heritage. Elevating the historic Leighton House to new heights, the project stands as a meticulous endeavour to preserve and enhance the legacy of this iconic landmark. Central to it is the creation of new facilities for collection care, visitor amenities, and step-free access, improving the museum’s accessibility and functionality.

Read the full citation from the RIBA Awards Jury on RIBA Journal.

Contractor Quinn London Ltd

Quantity Surveyor / Cost Consultant Jackson Coles

Project Managment Gardiner & Theobald

Structural Engineer, Building Services Engineer, Lighting Designer, Landscape Architect BDP

Gross internal area in m² 775