Houzz Tour: A bright and open plan Loft London - Once a Pirelli tire factory, loft apartment Nia Morris near Edgware Road in London is now a light, bright, flexible home. When she bought it two years ago, the decor was dated and the setting almost fully open page, but with his practiced eye (Morris is co-founder of the practice of interior design Cloud Studios), it saw that it could be reconfigured depending on life with his partner, Paul, and daughter Millie.
When it came to the interior design, Morris has been influenced by the bones of the space. "The building was dictating the style, she said. "I wanted to keep the loft aesthetic, but I do not want it to be male." Now, warm wooden flooring, antique mirrors, silver wallpaper and bold artwork orient far this loft with a look purely industrial towards something more eclectic and feminine.
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Houzz at a glance
Who lives here Nia Morris, co -Founder Cloud Studios, his partner, Paul Baines, a pediatrician, and her daughter Millie
Location Central London
Size 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, in second floor mezzanine apartment just over 100 square meters
designer Nia Morris of Cloud Studios
He was the love at first sight when Nia Morris came to see this loft, despite its appearance dated and open configuration. "I loved that it had a corner position, with windows on two sides and lots of natural light, she said. I could see that I would be able to create two bedrooms and two bathrooms here. I do not know how I'll do, but I felt it was possible. "
Houzz at a glance
Who lives here Nia Morris, co -Founder Cloud Studios, his partner, Paul Baines, a pediatrician, and her daughter Millie
Location Central London
Size 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, in second floor mezzanine apartment just over 100 square meters
designer Nia Morris of Cloud Studios
He was the love at first sight when Nia Morris came to see this loft, despite its appearance dated and open configuration. "I loved that it had a corner position, with windows on two sides and lots of natural light, she said. I could see that I would be able to create two bedrooms and two bathrooms here. I do not know how I'll do, but I felt it was possible. "
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The loft is furnished with a mix of contemporary pieces, vintage finds and antiques. That old regime trunk now holds the sketches, plans and drawings relating to internal IT projects Morris works. "There is a drawer for each current client, she said.
Picasso sofa, The Sofa & Chair Company.
Picasso sofa, The Sofa & Chair Company.
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After purchasing the loft, Morris spent about two months meticulously planning recast. "I planned everything in great detail in advance, so when it came to work, the manufacturers knew exactly what we were doing, she said. "I have not changed my mind on anything. There were no surprises!
Morris was keen to ensure that the central areas worked together in harmony. "The kitchen is in the living room, he had to work in space. I kept quite sculptural and discreet, "she said. "I'm like a lot of storage in a kitchen open, but there was no need to do it here. You do not want this stuff for when you relax in the living room.
kitchen, Bulthaup.
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Morris was keen to ensure that the central areas worked together in harmony. "The kitchen is in the living room, he had to work in space. I kept quite sculptural and discreet, "she said. "I'm like a lot of storage in a kitchen open, but there was no need to do it here. You do not want this stuff for when you relax in the living room.
kitchen, Bulthaup.
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Morris enjoys entertaining and the location in central London in the mezzanine it easy for friends to fall into. We often have people over for dinner, so I had to take into account a large enough kitchen to cook for friends and a table that could happily accommodate eight, "she said.
In addition to the Bulthaup kitchen, wide boards from Dinesen were a key investment for the loft. "I wanted a hard floor and used the same throughout make it feel coherent, which is important in an area that is not too big, says Morris. The natural grain and knots give advice heat and retail. "I was trying to soften the space and create a nice balance with the concrete ceiling above," she said.
Bermuda dining table Asplund. Floorboards, Dinesen.
In addition to the Bulthaup kitchen, wide boards from Dinesen were a key investment for the loft. "I wanted a hard floor and used the same throughout make it feel coherent, which is important in an area that is not too big, says Morris. The natural grain and knots give advice heat and retail. "I was trying to soften the space and create a nice balance with the concrete ceiling above," she said.
Bermuda dining table Asplund. Floorboards, Dinesen.
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Although the original, almost completely open layout is not suitable for family life and the necessary overhaul, Morris preserves the large reception area.
"That was the key," she said. 'I liked the openness of the way the loft was. The new configuration should be practical and how we lived, but while maintaining the sense of space. I kept a large open living space, then put all the other rooms around the edges.
"That was the key," she said. 'I liked the openness of the way the loft was. The new configuration should be practical and how we lived, but while maintaining the sense of space. I kept a large open living space, then put all the other rooms around the edges.
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work on the loft took a quick three and half months, through careful planning Morris. All windows were replaced, two new bathrooms and a new kitchen was installed, and a laundry room was added. Morris also equipped with new lighting and underfloor heating. "We completely gutted it, she said.
Picasso sofa, The Sofa & Chair Company.
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Picasso sofa, The Sofa & Chair Company.
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large wooden hooks and a bench that Morris had built provide plenty of useful storage in the lobby.
Dots hooks, Lars Tornøe for Muuto.
Dots hooks, Lars Tornøe for Muuto.
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Statement lighting adds a uniqueness to the attic. Two large pendants hang above the living area. "You notice when you walk in, Morris said. "It is very important that you have one or two pieces that you really notice in open space." These lights define the seating area, while small lights on the table define the dining room. "They share space . without the need for walls, she said
the two large hanging lamps are by the Dutch company Ay Illuminate "They are huge. - more than a meter tall, Morris said" At first. I thought I hang one, so I think it might be nice to have two I did not want a classic chandelier - .. I was after something more interesting "
Suspensions, Ay Illuminate
the two large hanging lamps are by the Dutch company Ay Illuminate "They are huge. - more than a meter tall, Morris said" At first. I thought I hang one, so I think it might be nice to have two I did not want a classic chandelier - .. I was after something more interesting "
Suspensions, Ay Illuminate
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While planning renovations, Morris was eager to preserve the unique characteristics of the mezzanine like concrete ceiling and Crittall windows. "I could have added a new ceiling below the original concrete and the lights and mounted in, but I wanted to keep the loft aesthetic, she said.
drilling in the solid concrete would be too difficult, so instead used Morris exposed galvanized ducts to cover the electric cables. "None of the lights are flush fitted and I think it was the right thing to do, she said. "There are different pillars and beams that could have been covered up, too, but I did not want to lose the things I initially liked about space."
drilling in the solid concrete would be too difficult, so instead used Morris exposed galvanized ducts to cover the electric cables. "None of the lights are flush fitted and I think it was the right thing to do, she said. "There are different pillars and beams that could have been covered up, too, but I did not want to lose the things I initially liked about space."
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Morris Office space in a corner of the main living area, with a desk flanked by a storage system, and shelves mounted along a wall.
storage system Vitsoe.
storage system Vitsoe.
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Libraries of a previous house shaped well by pillars. "There's not much wall space because of windows on two sides, the kitchen, and my office on the fourth wall," says Morris. "It made sense to use the pillars. An internal window allows light in the second bedroom.
Ptolemy libraries, available from The Conran Shop.
Ptolemy libraries, available from The Conran Shop.
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Windows facing south and east flood the loft with light, can be dazzling. "Sometimes I can not see my computer screen, said Morris. It equipped with simple linen blinds to help control the brightness.
Ball lights, Michael ANASTASSIADES.
Ball lights, Michael ANASTASSIADES.
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in the hallway, Morris designed a neat wall storage unit that is just the right size to hold a folding bike.
Dots hooks, Lars Tornøe for Muuto.
Dots hooks, Lars Tornøe for Muuto.
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The master bedroom has a lighting statement. "I'm not sure that these lights are intended for rooms, but I really wanted to use them, says Morris. "I had thought to put them in the main room. It's a little crazy to have them here.
The lights have their own hook, so they can be arranged in a number of ways. "You can spend more than a happy hour to adjust the length of the son, she said. "You can hang them on your own.
Head hanging lamps, Flos, available from Made In Design. Mirrored vanity, B & T Antiques.
The lights have their own hook, so they can be arranged in a number of ways. "You can spend more than a happy hour to adjust the length of the son, she said. "You can hang them on your own.
Head hanging lamps, Flos, available from Made In Design. Mirrored vanity, B & T Antiques.
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The master bedroom has a silver paper on its walls. "I looked for ways to mitigate the masculine feel of the loft, Morris said. "Once I hung up the lights, I decided they made the space feel a little too industrial, so I added the painted silver paper. It has a pattern of giant lizards on it. "It is quite odd, but subtle enough," she added.
Iguana wallpaper Timorous Beasties.
Iguana wallpaper Timorous Beasties.
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Morris designed a huge wall of cupboards for the master bedroom, which provides the bulk storage attic.
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This beautiful antique mirror, one of a pair hanging in the bedroom is an early 19th century French play. "They are both falling slightly apart, but I brought them with me in previous years and really like the houses, says Morris. "I did not know they had to work in a very industrial area, but I think they do." The mirror side table adds a light reflection touch more glamorous.
side table, Minotti. Ro pink chair by Jaime Hayon for Fritz Hansen, available from Aram.
side table, Minotti. Ro pink chair by Jaime Hayon for Fritz Hansen, available from Aram.
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glass doors to a Juliet balcony allow plenty of light in the master bedroom.
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Morris created two bathrooms in the attic, including the room. A spacious shower is equipped with white subway tiles, while the patterned tiles in different designs cover the ground.
floor tiles, area.
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floor tiles, area.
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'Millie wanted a double, "says Morris,' but without creating a very large room for it - which would have compromised the living space -. the only way was to put up "the room is 7 square meters, but with a 3,5m high ceiling there was a lot of vertical space to exploit." He d oesn ' t feel oppressive when you are in bed, "she says." There is still another meter above you. "
Morris grooved desk below and also designed a small alcove in the wall near the bed with plugs in it, so Millie has the power to her phone or a laptop. "It is like a small bedside top-table.
Morris grooved desk below and also designed a small alcove in the wall near the bed with plugs in it, so Millie has the power to her phone or a laptop. "It is like a small bedside top-table.
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This bathroom is accessible from the main living space. the same subway tiles and patterned floor tiles create consistency with bathroom, office and green adds a touch of color.
This is the first foray into the Morris loft living and enjoying the experience. "Our previous house was on several levels and each floor was quite small, she said. After his two oldest son had left home, these levels are underutilized, so a side passage, open-plan makes sense. "This is a good way to live once the children have changed, she said. "It was an exciting change. It is nice to try something new. "
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This is the first foray into the Morris loft living and enjoying the experience. "Our previous house was on several levels and each floor was quite small, she said. After his two oldest son had left home, these levels are underutilized, so a side passage, open-plan makes sense. "This is a good way to live once the children have changed, she said. "It was an exciting change. It is nice to try something new. "
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