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16 Aberdeen Road, Croydon, CR0 1EQ
what3words: mile.money.wedge
The South Wing is a design-led Victorian home, location house and creative space in Croydon, shaped by a belief that beauty, atmosphere and thoughtful detail can change how people feel. For Open House, visitors are invited inside a private residential space that explores home as stage, sanctuary and cultural invitation.
East Croydon, South Croydon
Croydon is easily accessible from Central London and the South Coast. Including the tram.
Unfortunately the house is not accessible for wheelchairs.
Visually rich private home. No planned loud noises, flashing lights or strong smells. Some narrow areas/stairs; limited seating.
Guided tour
10:30–11:30
A guided tour of The South Wing, exploring how The Detail’s philosophy of atmosphere, beauty and sensory-led design shaped the renovation.
How to book
Bookings will open at midday on 19 August. You won't be able to book a ticket before then.
Guided tour
12:30–13:30
A guided tour of The South Wing, exploring how The Detail’s philosophy of atmosphere, beauty and sensory-led design shaped the renovation.
How to book
Bookings will open at midday on 19 August. You won't be able to book a ticket before then.
Guided tour
14:30–15:30
A guided tour of The South Wing, exploring how The Detail’s philosophy of atmosphere, beauty and sensory-led design shaped the renovation.
How to book
Bookings will open at midday on 19 August. You won't be able to book a ticket before then.
Talk
16:30–17:30
A short session by The Detail exploring why leaving room for curiosity when designing experiences can create moments of surprise and wonder.
How to book
Bookings will open at midday on 19 August. You won't be able to book a ticket before then.
Guided tour
10:30–11:30
A guided tour of The South Wing, exploring how The Detail’s philosophy of atmosphere, beauty and sensory-led design shaped the renovation.
How to book
Bookings will open at midday on 19 August. You won't be able to book a ticket before then.
Talk
13:30–14:30
A short session by The Detail exploring why leaving room for curiosity when designing experiences can create moments of surprise and wonder.
How to book
Bookings will open at midday on 19 August. You won't be able to book a ticket before then.
Talk
15:30–16:30
A short session by The Detail exploring why leaving room for curiosity when designing experiences can create moments of surprise and wonder.
How to book
Bookings will open at midday on 19 August. You won't be able to book a ticket before then.
The South Wing is a private home in Croydon, renovated and designed by Laura Sawyer, founder of The Detail.
The tour will share the story of the house: what it was like when Laura first found it, the renovation process, the design decisions behind the interiors, and how the space has evolved into both a home and a creative location.
Visitors will hear about the inspiration behind the design, the balance between restoration and reinvention, and the role of colour, atmosphere, objects and detail in shaping the feeling of a space.
Visitors will be invited on a guided tour of the house, followed by an informal Q&A with Laura Sawyer, founder of The Detail and designer of The South Wing.
The session will cover the renovation journey, design philosophy, creative decision-making, future plans for the house, and how The South Wing now operates as a location house and cultural space.