Barton, Lancashire
In this village north of Preston, a property built in 2020 brings Scandinavian minimalism and Spanish warmth to Lancashire. It features whitewashed timber, neutral tones, and extensive glazing. Crystals were placed under the structure during construction. The first floor has an open-plan kitchen-living-dining zone under a double-height roof with glass doors leading to a paved terrace garden and an annexe. Upstairs are three double bedrooms and a dressing room. £850,000. House & Heritage, 01257 441 990.
Arkesden, Essex
In the Essex countryside west of the M11 and north of Bishop’s Stortford, a sculpture-like modern property sits back from a road. It has white-rendered cubic blocks and vertical timber cladding. This upside-down house has five bedrooms on the lower ground floor, plus a study and gym-games room. The open-plan living-kitchen area is on the upper level, with one side opening to the terrace and the other to the garden. £1.8m. The Modern House, 020 3795 5920.
Manchester
In Spinningfields, a striking five-floor townhouse features an intricate bronze-like facade. Behind electric gates are an integrated garage and a bedroom on the ground floor, two more bedrooms on the first floor, and the main living space on the third level. An office and balcony are on the next level, topped by a roof terrace with city views. The estate agent likens it to a boutique hotel, but without complimentary breakfast. £1.25m. Savills, 0161 711 0990.
Sydenham, London
Between Sydenham Woods and Dulwich Woods, near Crystal Palace, a new block of nine apartments uses a Danish brick-and-tile system. A first-floor two-bedroom flat has solid wood floors and timber door and window frames, two bathrooms, and an open-plan kitchen-living room. Residents have access to a communal roof terrace and secure bike storage. £585,000. The Modern House, 020 3795 5920.
Glasgow
South of the River Clyde, Queen’s Park is a popular suburb for young families due to its parkland with outdoor concerts and play areas. A new development offers a modern twist on traditional Victorian terraces. An end-of-terrace timber-clad townhouse has three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and an open-plan living-dining-kitchen space opening to a private back garden. The main bedroom has an en suite with a tiled shower room. Off-street parking and solar panels are included. £415,000. Rettie, 0141 406 4999.
