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Expert bathroom renovation services in Islington, N1. Trusted by homeowners across London Borough of Islington.
Islington's Victorian terraces present a recurring bathroom challenge: small, awkwardly shaped rooms squeezed into the back of the first-floor landing or tucked beneath the stairs. At SOM Development, we have refined our approach to Islington bathroom renovations over dozens of projects, unlocking space, light, and luxury in even the most constrained layouts.
Many properties along Canonbury Road, Highbury Fields, and the streets surrounding Upper Street have only one bathroom shared between three or four bedrooms. We frequently reconfigure first-floor layouts to create en-suites, convert box rooms into walk-in shower rooms, and add loft bathrooms as part of wider conversion projects. Every solution is tailored to your property's specific dimensions and plumbing infrastructure.
Our Islington bathroom designs combine contemporary sanitaryware with period-sympathetic details—encaustic floor tiles that echo the originals in your hallway, tongue-and-groove panelling, and brass or brushed-gold brassware that complements the Victorian character of the home. We source from British and European manufacturers who share our commitment to quality and durability.
Waterproofing is never an afterthought. We use tanked wet-room membranes, properly graded falls, and high-quality drainage systems to ensure your new bathroom remains leak-free for decades—an essential consideration in Victorian terrace houses with timber floor structures.
Islington's housing stock is dominated by Victorian terraces built between 1850 and 1900, most with a single bathroom on the first or second floor. The timber-joist floor construction typical of these properties requires careful waterproofing and load consideration when installing heavy items such as freestanding baths or large-format porcelain tiles.
Bathroom renovation is one of the most effective improvements an Islington homeowner can make. Adding an en-suite to the master bedroom or upgrading a tired family bathroom can significantly enhance both daily living and property value in this competitive market.
“We had one dated bathroom for a family of five. SOM reconfigured our first floor to add a beautiful en-suite and upgraded the family bathroom with underfloor heating and a walk-in shower. It has completely transformed our morning routine.”
Hannah & Chris D.
Canonbury, Islington
Three simple steps to your new bathroom renovation in Islington.
We assess your space, discuss your preferences, and present design options that maximise functionality and style.
You receive a transparent, itemised quote with no hidden costs — covering design, materials, labour, and timelines.
From plumbing first-fix to the final grout line, our experienced team delivers a flawless bathroom finish.
In most cases, yes. We can steal space from a landing, reconfigure a box room, or build into an alcove to create a functional en-suite. Our design team will survey your property and present the best options for your specific layout.
Yes. We install electric underfloor heating mats beneath tile finishes in Victorian bathrooms. The mats are only 3mm thick, so they add negligible height to the floor, and they provide comfortable, even warmth without radiators.
We install a fully tanked waterproofing membrane over marine-grade plywood overlay, with all joints sealed and tested before tiling begins. This system provides complete protection against water penetration into the timber structure below.
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