Campbell Grove.

Located in Nottingham’s vibrant Creative Quarter, Campbell Grove is a standout heritage renovation that brings together sensitive restoration, thoughtful design, and local cultural celebration. Situated within the Sneinton Market Conservation Area and forming part of a Grade II listed Victorian terrace, the property has been reimagined by Architecture North Ltd as a boutique Airbnb that pays homage to one of the city’s most celebrated figures, fashion designer Sir Paul Smith.

The client’s ambition was to transform the home into a unique destination that reflects Nottingham’s rich architectural and creative legacy. Internally, the house has been fully reconfigured and upgraded to meet modern standards while celebrating the heritage of the building and the vibrant personality of Paul Smith. The basement level, once unused, has been converted into a luxurious bathroom featuring a freestanding bath and walk-in shower, creating a private, spa-like retreat. On the ground floor, the kitchen and dining areas have been opened up to allow for improved flow and functionality, enhancing the spatial quality while maintaining the integrity of the original layout.

Upstairs, the first-floor bathroom was removed and the space reimagined as a comfortable lounge area. A new shower room was introduced, brought to life with a skylight above that bathes the room in natural light. One of the most transformative interventions in the project was the installation of a skylight above the central staircase, which had previously suffered from a lack of light. This new feature dramatically brightens the core of the home, introducing vertical light and creating a stronger connection between the different levels.