Houzz Tour: A Small London Flat Cleverly Redesigned for modern life

Houzz Tour: A Small London Flat Cleverly Redesigned for modern life - The original layout of this house purpose-built flat in central London has been designed to meet the personal live- in, and very little of its rules had been changed since the 1960s "He was very mobile," says architect Carolyn Trevor TLA Studio. "There was a room and many large entrance corridors, so that the officials could circulate around the room without disturbing the owners."

However, the apartment is built in steel and concrete, so Trevor was able to remove most of the bearing walls and completely redesign the layout, creating an open plan spacious home that is ideal for 21st century living.

TLA studio alias Trevor Lahiff Architects

Houzz A coup d ' eye
Who lives here A young professional couple
Location Mayfair, central London
property An early fine -arts mansion of the 20th century flat
Size 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
Architect Carolyn Trevor TLA studio

Carolyn Trevor has been involved in all aspects of this project, the structure for interior decoration, fixtures and fittings. Keep everything light, plain and simple was the key. "The owners were keen to keep the overall design of the apartment very simple and minimalist, so their works of art and furniture would be the main focal points," says Trevor.

oak flooring in the bright living room has been treated with an oil containing a white pigment. This was still rubbed and again, the ground appears to be white.

Chairs, vintage. Sofa, Roche Bobois.

TLA studio aka Trevor Lahiff Architects

'We stripped the old cornices and dull wallpaper fading,' said Trevor, 'and concentrate on filling the property with light. Aside from Crittall style windows, which we painted black, everything is painted pure white "

The white backdrop ensures all the attention is on the great work of all the items in the room.

Bespoke shelves, TLA studio.

TLA studio alias Trevor Lahiff Architects

kitchen was moved from its original location to what was once the dressing room and part of the lobby. Trevor units designed and tailor made them. Again, the brief was to keep white and minimalist, it opted for single units, without handles, plus floor to ceiling cabinets of the bank along a wall to kitchen space can be kept out of view.

custom units, studio TLA.

TLA studio alias Trevor Lahiff Architects

rather than sacrifice a part of the apartment to create a utility area, washer and dryer are discreetly hidden in the kitchen furniture.

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TLA studio alias Trevor Lahiff Architects

the dining room was in a separate room, but now flows from the main living area, which makes the whole area feel larger. Lamps suspended strike concentrate all attention on the dining table.

Lighting, Bouroullec Brothers.

TLA studio alias Trevor Lahiff Architects

Trevor designed headboard in the master bedroom to adapt the existing bed owners. To keep the sleek and simple space, she created bedside tables corbelled coming out of each side

Chevet. fitted wardrobes, all TLA Studio.

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TLA studio alias Trevor Lahiff Architects

Trevor has also designed custom cabinets, which feature handy glass facades drawers so that the owners can see a look what s inside.

Bespoke cabinets, TLA studio.

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TLA studio alias Trevor Lahiff Architects

symmetric open shelves in the second chamber allows to hide the fireplace gives the room a sense of balance. The white bed linen continues the minimalist theme.

TLA studio alias Trevor Lahiff Architects

owners were willing to keep the simplicity of the system in the main bathroom. A strike freestanding bath, teamed with elegant marble Calacatta on the walls and floor adds a sense of luxury, which provides white, bright space doesn 't look too clinical.

Bath, The Bath Company Albion.

TLA studio aka Trevor Lahiff Architects

An additional level of privacy was built in the bathroom when Trevor created its custom doors brands. "These can be a more expensive option, but they help a room, she said.

Bespoke doors, TLA Studio.

TLA studio alias Trevor Lahiff Architects

Eye-catching mirrors above double basins give the room a touch of Art Deco glamor.

Mirror, TLA studio.

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