Star Street, Paddington, W2

A rare opportunity to acquire a Grade II-listed, double-fronted Mixed-Use building distinguished by its architectural significance and the potential for reconfiguration. Originally conceived in the late 1990s by award-winning architects Child Graddon Lewis of Clerkenwell, the project exemplifies an early creative vision of this agency. Currently arranged as a mixed-use commercial & residential building, the property spans over 4,381 sq. ft. across four lateral floors and features a striking 28ft atrium with a London stock brick and glazed façade. Creating a versatile, dramatic interior that is echoed on the exterior, offering both grandeur and adaptability. The front façade, defined by its classical rhythm, tall sash windows, and subtle commercial elements, immediately distinguishes this property as one of the most prestigious houses in W2, where scale and heritage are harmoniously balanced by symmetry. Inside, the layout is both functional and inspiring: the ground and lower ground floors are presently arranged as commercial spaces, complete with a substantial kitchen, dining room and cloakroom, while the upper maisonette occupies the first and second floors, offering the potential of four bedrooms and domestic accommodation of exceptional generosity, both with their own entrances. The commercial element of the building is defined by its glazed frontage, which illuminates the ground floor, with traditional spearhead iron railings, adding a touch of heritage character. This level provides flexible reception and meeting areas alongside well-proportioned workspaces. Two sets of French doors open onto the atrium via a glass balcony, which flows seamlessly to a striking glass and concrete staircase descending to the lower ground floor. Natural light reaches the lower level through an innovative glass skylight, created by adapting the pavement above. Spanning 992 sq. ft., this floor is currently arranged as an office with the additional benefit of a spacious kitchen and dining room, making it highly versatile in both function and design. The level is completed with four large underground vaults, currently used as storage. At the heart of the building lies an extraordinary atrium, rising a full 28 ft - 8.5 metres from the lower ground floor and is crowned with a glazed canopy. This is the home’s true theatre, where natural light streams in from the commercial frontage and all levels of the property, transforming height into dramatic presence and offering a canvas for limitless possibilities. The upper levels of the building comprise a residential maisonette, centred around a 25ft reception room, currently used as a boardroom. The space is enhanced by dual-aspect windows and original fireplaces, while four generously proportioned rooms offer flexibility for family living, guest accommodation, or home office use. A well-appointed kitchen and bathroom complete the residence. Throughout the maisonette, many Georgian features have been preserved, including the original flooring, wooden shutters, and period windows, blending heritage charm with modern living. Vaulted ceilings on the second floor further enhance the sense of space and light, adding both volume and versatility to the upper levels. This is far from a conventional home; it is a building of layers and possibilities. Ideal for entrepreneurs, creatives, and design-led thinkers, it presents a rare opportunity to merge work, life, and personal expression under one roof. The property offers both permanence and flexibility, serving as a ready-to-use residence or a canvas for reconfiguration and redevelopment, subject to the necessary consents. Star Street’s setting is integral to its appeal and forms part of the Bayswater Conservation Area. Paddington Station lies moments away, making Heathrow accessible in under 20 minutes via the Elizabeth Line and connecting swiftly to the West Country and beyond. For international buyers, this ease of movement is invaluable. Yet the area is not simply about transit; Paddington has, in recent years, evolved into a destination in its own right. The redeveloped Merchant Square and Paddington Basin bring striking modern architecture, canalside walks, and a cluster of restaurants and cafés where glass towers meet water. On a summer’s evening, dining at the water’s edge feels a world away from the bustle of the station nearby. Within a short walk lies Marylebone Village, a neighbourhood that feels like a self-contained world. Here, Georgian terraces line the streets, independent boutiques sit alongside celebrated restaurants, and Marylebone High Street retains the charm of a true London village. Daunt Books, with its oak galleries and skylit interior, anchors the cultural life of the street, while Chiltern Firehouse and Fischer’s, The Pickled Hen & Sachi Bistro, to name a few. To live at Star Street is to have Marylebone’s intimacy within easy reach, a counterpoint to the scale and pace of Paddington. Mayfair, too, is close, a neighbourhood synonymous with elegance, heritage, and prestige. From the galleries of Cork Street to the private members’ clubs of Berkeley Square and the haute cuisine of Mount Street, Mayfair offers a level of refinement that few global cities can rival. For owners of Starr Street, Mayfair lies within walking distance, yet remains distinct enough to be a place of occasional indulgence rather than daily routine. Equally close is Connaught Village, one of London’s most quietly desirable pockets. Its charm lies in its scale: boutique shops, independent cafés, and a sense of neighbourhood intimacy that feels far removed from the main thoroughfares. It is the kind of place where you know your barista, fashion designers operate from discreet studios, and evenings are spent in small restaurants known more to locals than to guidebooks. Tenure: Freehold Local Authority: City of Westminster Council Tax: G