# Restored Retro Homes Renovations Changed This Victorian Townhouse into a Modern, Minimalistic Home By Gurveer Brah | Published 2015-08-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/restored-retro-home References: [whitezine](http://www.whitezine.com/en/design/paul-archer-designs-an-extension-to-the-19th-century-london-townhouse.html) & [paularcherdesign](http://www.paularcherdesign.co.uk/project/80/max_house) Architect Paul Archer took on a [Victorian home](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-on-a-hill) that was deteriorating over time and turned it into a restored retro home for a young family. This 19th Century townhouse located in North London required for 'Paul Archer Designs' to create a modern, habitable home while maintaining the existing character, integrity and architecture of the historical residence. The 'Max House' is five-storeys and required work from the basement, which was reinforced and renovated to the top floor. The approach to the home was to de-clutter the space and the designers took that as an opportunity to create storage units to prevent opposing the [minimalist goal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/child-studio-1). As a luxurious element, Archer used a glossy, black marble wall to create separation in the space. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Minimalistic Design:** The trend of minimalistic design in home renovations is an opportunity for architects to create modern, clutter-free spaces. - **Restoration and Preservation:** The trend of restoring and preserving historical homes opens up opportunities for architects and designers to blend the old with the new. - **Luxurious Elements:** The trend of incorporating luxurious elements, such as glossy marble walls, in home renovations presents an opportunity for designers to add a touch of elegance to modern spaces. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** The architecture industry can leverage the trend of minimalistic design and restoration to create innovative solutions for modern living spaces. - **Interior Design:** The interior design industry can capitalize on the trend of incorporating luxurious elements to offer unique and stylish home renovation options for clients. - **Historical Preservation:** The industry of historical preservation can benefit from the trend of restoring and preserving historical homes, providing opportunities for professionals to showcase their expertise in blending old and new. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimalist London Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/158-purley-downs-road.md) - [Bespoke London Victorian Terraces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ray-house.md) - [Refurbished London Victorian Townhomes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/br-house.md) - [House Renovation Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hearth-house.md) - [Mid-Century Townhouse Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pine-heath.md) - [Minimalist Townhouse Renos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/townhouse-vi.md) - [70s London Home renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elemental-house.md) - [Gallery-Like Minimal Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daytrip-2.md) - [Conservation Area Monumental Townhomes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-arches.md)