Two multi-million pound houses collapse in Chelsea during renovation process.

Two homes that were being renovated collapsed in West London yesterday which lead to 40 people had to leave their properties in Durham Place, Chelsea.

Neighbours reported hearing a thunderous thud late last night at the mid-terraced house.

Collapsed houses at Durham Place.

According to the London Fire Brigade, no injuries have been reported and 40 people in the nearby were evacuated as a precaution.  The fallen home in Durham Place was owned by the family of film executive Arthur Abeles and was sold for 8£ million pounds last year.

Written by Adele Paiardini.