The potential of mews housing

Since our establishment in 2005, our passionate team has been involved in a wide range of architectural projects, working hard to meet the needs of our clients on each one. While our architects are based in London, we undertake projects throughout the UK and internationally, working on everything from building new homes to large scale construction work on hotels.

Mews housing has evolved over the years from their original use in the 19th century as stable houses. They lost their equestrian functions in the early 20th century as the introduction of motor cars brought a more effective means of travel. Today the modern mews houses are very highly sought after. While many have received more contemporary design inputs, those such as the Holland Park Mews have retained the most authentic features.

Mews houses are becoming progressively more popular. Located on quiet, cobbled streets, their aesthetics, particularly the rows of pretty period cottages, are a major selling point. For certain buyers the rich history and character set them apart from other terraced housing.

In the past mews housing was considered less valuable due to their size and because of how dark they were. Investors today have realised the potential they offer. The fact that they tend to be located on dead end roads with no traffic passing through offers big advantages, especially for families. There is also generally a high level of community spirit in these areas and neighbours know each other very well. Another key selling point is their boxy, square layout as it allows for a multitude of internal configurations.

At Coffey Architects we provide only the finest in architectural services. Our first-class work on modern mews structures has been recognised as some of the finest in the country. We have even received a Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) award for it. If you want to work with an architect in London with passion for this type of housing and the ability to create stunning designs you can rely on us.