Premium Home Renovation & Lower Ground Extension 

Some homes don’t just get renovated — they get reborn.

This Victorian residence in the heart of Islington is one of them.

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NILO Construction delivered a full architectural and interior transformation, turning a dated, compartmentalised property into a bright, contemporary family home while preserving every detail of its period character.

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This project exemplifies heritage sensitivity, structural expertise, and modern craftsmanship — qualities clients expect from a premium Islington builder.

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Light-Filled Lower Ground Extension

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A Structural & Architectural Transformation

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To unlock the potential of the lower ground floor, we designed and constructed a full-width rear extension supported by new structural steels.

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Key Benefits

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• Open-plan layout unifying the kitchen, dining and lounge areas

• Two large rooflights drawing daylight deep into the home

• Cortizo sliding doors that frame the garden and extend the living space visually

• A transformation from dark and narrow → bright, spacious, and inviting

Bespoke Kitchen Design: Crafted for Real Life

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This custom kitchen features natural wood cabinetry and a calm, Scandinavian-inspired aesthetic.

Design Highlights

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• Hand-finished splashback tiles

• Discreet LED lighting

• Seamless, hidden storage

• Large central island for cooking, gathering, and entertaining

• Warm, tactile materials that feel refined yet effortless

A kitchen designed to be lived in — beautifully.

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Microcement: Seamless, Modern, Architectural

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Used throughout the lower ground floor, master wetroom, and WC, microcement brings unparalleled continuity.

Why Microcement Was Chosen

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• Smooth, uninterrupted surface

• Modern, calming aesthetic

• Custom-colour matching

• European-inspired refinement

• Ideal for open-plan layouts and spa-like bathrooms
   

Respectful Restoration of Victorian Heritage
 

This residence holds more than a century of history. Our goal was not only to update it — but to honour it.

Heritage Restoration Included:
 

• Restoring or replacing sash windows and shutters to period-correct profiles

• Reconditioning fireplaces with original Victorian ironwork

• Re-sharpening covings, mouldings, and wall panelling

• Retaining and rejuvenating the original staircase

• Repairing natural floorboards, invisibly stitching in reclaimed timber

A careful balance of authenticity and modern comfort.  Bathrooms Designed Like Boutique Suites

Master Wetroom
 

• Microcement from floor to ceiling

• Spa-like calmness

• Custom oak vanity

• Bespoke niches & integrated soft lighting

• Minimal, luxurious atmosphere
   

Lower Ground WC

• Warm terracotta microcement

• Fluted ceramic feature tiles

• Precision detailing and wall-mounted fixtures

• Elegant lighting in a compact space
   

Smart Living With a Soft Touch

The electrical system was fully modernised with:
 

• Smart home controls

• Minimal modern black switchgear

• Discreet components that complement the interior design
   

Living Spaces With Real Presence
 

On the upper floors, the home retains its Victorian proportions and charm.

Features That Define the Space

• Restored panelling

• Period fireplaces

• Tall sash windows

• Bright, airy rooms with timeless elegance
   

Why Clients Choose NILO Construction for Premium Renovations in Islington
 

Because a renovation is more than construction —it’s a vision, an emotional investment, and a legacy.

Our Specialisms

• Complex structural works in Victorian & Georgian homes

• Heritage joinery restoration

• Lower ground extensions & basement conversions

• Premium natural materials: microcement, reclaimed timber, bespoke joinery

• London-level craftsmanship with boutique attention to detail
   

Clients choose us because we think like designers, build like engineers, and care like craftsmen.

The Result - A home that feels:

• Effortless

• Calm

• Cohesive

• Deeply personal

A place where heritage and contemporary living complement each other.

This is Islington Residence.

This is NILO Construction.

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