Naked House was established as a not-for-profit in 2013 by four young Londoners all feeling the impact of the affordability crisis. We all work in housing, development and construction. This is by generation rent for generation rent.
We were uninspired by expensive shared ownership flats where every last detail is chosen for you – from fixtures and fittings to building management
We wanted to be part of our own solution to the housing crisis and get stuck in ourselves – DIYing as we go. We wanted to be a part of a likeminded community doing the same.
And we wanted to build homes that are genuinely affordable – discounted at least 20% from market value with 100% ownership.
Affordability – all homes are discounted at least 20% from market. The discount is protected by a resale covenant so when you sell the discount stays. This means our homes remain affordable in perpetuity.
Naked House is not-for-profit – we pass on all savings to purchasers and we only ever sell homes for what they cost us to build.
Build simply – we decided to build simply but build well. Strip out unnecessary fixtures and fittings and focus on what matters – energy efficiency, generous spaces and a sense of community.
All homes are super insulated, tripled glazed with a heat pump and underfloor heating
Planning is already in place for upward and outward extensions – as your needs grow so can your home.
But inside there are few finishes, fittings or partitions. Great design, pared back aesthetic. The rest is over to you. It’s yours to make.
Check out our amazing architects OMMX who designed the homes.
Find out more in our FAQ’s
If you earn a moderate income – typically under £90K as a household – and can’t afford to buy a home on the open market then Naked House is for you.
If you want to be part of a community that owns and manages all communal areas – this is for you.
If you want to be part of the process of adapting and improving your home over time – DIY and custom build – this is for you.
In Enfield our homes will be available first for those who live and/or work in the borough. You must be a first-time buyer or not currently own a home.
Naked House is registered as a not-for-profit Community Interest Company. Our social mission is set in stone to benefit “working Londoners who cannot afford to buy…in a shared community that promotes wider social and environmental living.”
We have a membership which help us take key decisions – representatives of our membership sit on our Board alongside industry experts. Our Board oversees the work of Naked House and is composed of: founding members, Naked House members and industry experts.
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