Stafford Cripps House
Stafford Cripps House is a carefully designed airspace development located in the heart of Bethnal Green. The project adds two contemporary storeys above an existing residential block, creating seven well-proportioned new homes and a landscaped communal roof terrace.
The scheme demonstrates how additional housing can be delivered sensitively within an established neighbourhood, enhancing both the building and the wider area.
Key Features
Two-storey rooftop extension
Seven new apartments
3 one-bed homes
3 two-bed homes
1 three-bed penthouse
Approx. 429 sqm of new residential accommodation
Landscaped communal roof terrace
New passenger lift serving all floors
Extended stair core for safe and inclusive access
Secure cycle storage
Design & Integration
The architectural approach respects the existing building while introducing a refined contemporary language. Materials, proportions and detailing were carefully considered to ensure the extension reads as a natural evolution of the structure rather than an afterthought.
Large windows, efficient layouts and generous ceiling heights provide light-filled homes that meet modern living standards.
Location
Bethnal Green offers excellent connectivity and a rich urban lifestyle. The site is within walking distance of Bethnal Green Underground Station, local parks, schools, healthcare facilities and cultural destinations including Victoria Park and Queen Mary University of London.
Planning Status
The scheme benefits from full planning permission for the additional storeys, new homes, lift installation and associated building works, supported by structural feasibility and fire safety strategies project.