Houzz Tour: A Fitzrovia Mews House Gets a New York loft style Makeover - This sophisticated live-work space is away from the office building without soul who praised the architect and designer Thomas Griem when first stepped over the threshold in 2012. the customer - who works as a freelance photographer - was moved to Notting Hill to the spiritual heart of London's Fitzrovia creator, but while the location was perfect, the extent of the renovation was intimidating
"we still had offices in here when we started," recalls Thomas. "But the case was simple: the client wanted a comfortable, New York loft-style space with a charming British touch. He also had to work as a studio for his work
During the renovation process of six months, Thomas completely empty inside -. Which is set over three floors - and reconfigured to make way for a glorious opening -plan living space, as well as the extension of a number of windows to the ground to allow natural light to pour and create the loft feel desired customer.
To reach the open space, Thomas has successfully navigate regulatory requirements and difficult fire using the latest misting technology. "Fortunately, this technology is now approved by building regulations, which meant that we should not have a cumbersome fire escape doors or fire," he says. "There are very few doors in the apartment at all, which really enhances the sense of openness."
For the interior, a rear sober palette colors of cream and taupe has was chosen to complement the brick, while the buttons bright colors have been introduced to add interest and depth of the plan.
Houzz at a Glance
Who lives here A professional photographer
Location Fitzrovia, London
built Rebuilt in the 1970s
renovation Year Completed in 2013, after six months of renovation
designer Thomas Griem TG-studio
Size 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
This is interesting The building was previously used as an office
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"The property has lots of windows, but they were all rather small," recalls Thomas. "We decided to break some of them out and extend them to the ground to increase the feeling of warehouse space."
metal railings were then mounted on the outside and painted dark gray to give the property a more industrial feel.
painted railings Ramps, Farrow & Ball.
metal railings were then mounted on the outside and painted dark gray to give the property a more industrial feel.
painted railings Ramps, Farrow & Ball.
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Thomas chose a neutral, warm palette of soft creams and browns to allow the art collection of the owner to shine, while brick slips were used on the outside wall facing to create an industrial atmosphere.
To give the illusion of more space and higher ceilings, Thomas has also played with the proportions of the floor. "We ran the oak floor on the wall, then brought the wall over a little so we can hide behind LED lighting. It improves the height of the room, and also adds a touch of glamor to space, "he explains.
Touches of bright colors such as green lacquered wardrobe TV and turquoise chair, to add depth and interest to the space.
Green lacquered TV cabinet, TG-Studio. Viscose carpets, Jacaranda Carpets & Rugs. wooden stool in ARATON; Milano sofa, two Flamant. coffee table Gala, Home. Walls painted in the elephant's breath, Farrow & Ball.
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To give the illusion of more space and higher ceilings, Thomas has also played with the proportions of the floor. "We ran the oak floor on the wall, then brought the wall over a little so we can hide behind LED lighting. It improves the height of the room, and also adds a touch of glamor to space, "he explains.
Touches of bright colors such as green lacquered wardrobe TV and turquoise chair, to add depth and interest to the space.
Green lacquered TV cabinet, TG-Studio. Viscose carpets, Jacaranda Carpets & Rugs. wooden stool in ARATON; Milano sofa, two Flamant. coffee table Gala, Home. Walls painted in the elephant's breath, Farrow & Ball.
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spacious, open first floor living room has a sleek kitchen back, Thomas teamed with marble backsplash arabascato for a touch of glamor . "We wanted to allow the artwork to take center stage, so we focused on the texture to add interest to the regime," he says. "The finishing of kitchen cabinets is a new matte finish that feels a bit like gum to the touch. It looks fantastic and is incredibly convenient and resistant to wear, too.
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To complete the kitchen, Thomas chose blasted for work and the island plans. "It's very tactile, but the effect is very subtle and beautiful, he said.
The black and white photograph on the back wall was taken in Africa by the owner.
kitchen, Doca. Armchair Drouot leather Maisons du Monde. Max Lamppost, Flamingo. Large dining table Irony Zeus. Dining room chairs, Billiani. Marseille lamp by Le Corbusier, Nemo.
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To complete the kitchen, Thomas chose blasted for work and the island plans. "It's very tactile, but the effect is very subtle and beautiful, he said.
The black and white photograph on the back wall was taken in Africa by the owner.
kitchen, Doca. Armchair Drouot leather Maisons du Monde. Max Lamppost, Flamingo. Large dining table Irony Zeus. Dining room chairs, Billiani. Marseille lamp by Le Corbusier, Nemo.
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A generously proportioned workshop on the ground floor is the perfect canvas for stunning photographs of the owner. "He wanted a comfortable environment to work and see the customers," says Thomas. "We kept very simple but luxurious.
Pimlico sofa; Perf table lamp by Foscarini Diesel With the two The Conran Shop. Loop table by Hay, Made in Design. Cyborg comfortable chair, Magis. Kubrik coffee table, Home. Black No 214 wall lamp, La Lampe Gras, available at Made in Design.
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Pimlico sofa; Perf table lamp by Foscarini Diesel With the two The Conran Shop. Loop table by Hay, Made in Design. Cyborg comfortable chair, Magis. Kubrik coffee table, Home. Black No 214 wall lamp, La Lampe Gras, available at Made in Design.
Read tips to feel creative and productive when working from home
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the guest room and bathroom are on the ground floor next to the studio work, and are decorated in very calm, neutral palette as the rest of the house to improve the flow direction.
Taiga wardrobe, Maisons du Monde. Gervasoni Gray 45 bedside table, The Conran Shop. bedside lamp Binic Foscarini.
Taiga wardrobe, Maisons du Monde. Gervasoni Gray 45 bedside table, The Conran Shop. bedside lamp Binic Foscarini.
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A custom bed - designed and produced by TG-studio - and most of the client illustration dominate the room of New York-style. "The sliding brick wall adds another layer of interest in this room, but if we kept simple, with only a few well-chosen pieces," says Thomas. A pair of chairs Cassina believed, brought the previous house owner, complete the sophisticated look adult.
Hollo bedside table in matt gold, Small Fry. Lean wall lamp black and gold Orsjo Belysning Nest.
Hollo bedside table in matt gold, Small Fry. Lean wall lamp black and gold Orsjo Belysning Nest.
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"the client wanted a walk-in incorporating in the master bedroom, so we created this space behind the wall where the bed is, Thomas said. The 8m long closet has custom closets oak and a deep pile carpet for a luxurious feel.
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Take a look at 10 creative dressing
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'The spacious master bathroom feels like a bedroom in many ways, "Thomas said. "We have juxtaposed retro metro New York-style tiles on the walls glamorous marble in the hollows, and created a sculptural feel with oak shelves and globe lights.
The dark wooden floor stained and 1930s- style fixtures and fittings give the classic pattern, masculine look that is softened by well of natural light flowing from the large window in the freestanding bath.
bath faucets and shower, Lefroy Brooks.
The dark wooden floor stained and 1930s- style fixtures and fittings give the classic pattern, masculine look that is softened by well of natural light flowing from the large window in the freestanding bath.
bath faucets and shower, Lefroy Brooks.
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arabascato Glamorous marble, painted matte black and gray basalt stone sitting along the brick wall next to the bathroom. "In many ways, there are many things in this room," says Thomas. "There are five different materials, but the emphasis is on texture, so that the overall effect is very calming.
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Thomas decided to take the locker room completely in oak paneling to create a warm, comfortable space. "Woodwork really a small room much warmer and more interesting," he says. "It is better to embrace the limits of an area and work with it."
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