Make it modern: south-west London conservation area to get stylish new homes just off Fulham High Street

Amid Fulham's many streets of Victorian terrace houses stands Bishops Gate, new townhouses and flats in a conservation area off the High Street.

With open-plan interiors, the homes are in a gated mews with secure parking, plus a concierge reception in one of two historic gatehouses at the entrance.

Houses with underfloor heating, comfort cooling and clean air ventilation are priced from £1.95 million, with two-bedroom apartments from £750,000. Call Meyer Homes on 020 7751 3444.

Before moving to its Craven Cottage riverside stadium in 1896, Fulham Football Club played at Lillie Road Recreation Ground, a Victorian park with a bandstand.

Mackenzie House is a handsome, classic-style new-build with 22 flats overlooking this green space.

There's a communal roof terrace and it's a short stroll to Munster Village's smart shops and restaurants. From £630,000. Call estate agent Marsh & Parsons on 020 7368 4830.