Houzz Tour: Clever Little living space in Kensington Pied-a-terre - sometimes it clear from the start that the renovation will need a drastic action. It was therefore with this compact apartment in the heart of London. "The building is Victorian, but a conversion of the 1960s had left the property with a warren of rooms that do not work very well," recalls the interior designer Irina Townsend. 'The entrance opened on a narrow corridor that leads directly to a toilet, so it was not particularly friendly, either.
With less than 40 square meters to play with Irina's customers were eager to make the best use of space, and many incorporate storage. "We reconfigured the apartment by breaking down some walls, and we replaced the bulky radiators floor heating," she explains. Now completed, the sophisticated dish is a master how to make a small function of the space well and look larger than it is. "A common misconception is that fewer pieces of furniture and features you have in an area, the more it will seem, says Irina. "In fact, most areas and features you have, the more it creates a perception of space.
Keir Townsend
Houzz at a glance
who lives here a couple that use the apartment as London pied-à-terre
Location Kensington, London
Era existing a Victorian building converted into apartments in the 1960s
renovation Year 2013
designer Irina Townsend Keir Townsend
Size 1 room , 1 bathroom
'the niche where the sofa seat was created to make a space on each side cupboard in the room behind, "reveals Irina. 'In such a compact flat there was a lot of give and take.
Despite space restrictions, customers wanted the apartment to be comfortable and spacious sofa stressed. "We designed almost all the furniture in the apartment and we had done in our workshop to fit the space beautifully," says Irina. "It was a challenge, but it is to get the right proportions, good fabrics and good lighting.
Sofa, Keir Townsend . For similar painting, try to score Farrow & Ball.
who lives here a couple that use the apartment as London pied-à-terre
Location Kensington, London
Era existing a Victorian building converted into apartments in the 1960s
renovation Year 2013
designer Irina Townsend Keir Townsend
Size 1 room , 1 bathroom
'the niche where the sofa seat was created to make a space on each side cupboard in the room behind, "reveals Irina. 'In such a compact flat there was a lot of give and take.
Despite space restrictions, customers wanted the apartment to be comfortable and spacious sofa stressed. "We designed almost all the furniture in the apartment and we had done in our workshop to fit the space beautifully," says Irina. "It was a challenge, but it is to get the right proportions, good fabrics and good lighting.
Sofa, Keir Townsend . For similar painting, try to score Farrow & Ball.
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Irina consistent approach to improving color set the opening direction in space, while the visual interest has been added by the superposition of textures different. "Although everything is a similar color, nothing seems the same, because there are so many fabrics and materials in the mixture. It's very subtle, but it is a wonderful way to create depth, "she explains.
Suede chairs covered with brown trim neat echo the dining table custom, which is manufactured from a composite of quartz and marble for a durable surface with a luxurious feel. A chandelier overhead reflects the playful light on the surface, injecting a touch of drama.
Bespoke dining table, chairs and chandelier all controlled by Keir Townsend. blind fabric, Abbott & Boyd.
Suede chairs covered with brown trim neat echo the dining table custom, which is manufactured from a composite of quartz and marble for a durable surface with a luxurious feel. A chandelier overhead reflects the playful light on the surface, injecting a touch of drama.
Bespoke dining table, chairs and chandelier all controlled by Keir Townsend. blind fabric, Abbott & Boyd.
Keir Townsend
Even if the apartment is compact, Irina managed to pack in a lot of glamorous touches. The eye-catching backsplash, for example, is made from antique bronze mirror glass with a sharp polite. "It is very elegant, but it is also practical and open space in that corner," she reveals
Elsewhere in the kitchen, the cabinets - the money was sprayed - made by the joinery specialists in the studio Kier Townsend for a cool crisp look. "It was such a little awkward space, said Irina," and the units were not standard size, so it was easier to make them ourselves. "
For the flooring, the designer selected textured ceramic tiles that resemble resistant timber.
antique mirror backsplash, Saligo design.
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Elsewhere in the kitchen, the cabinets - the money was sprayed - made by the joinery specialists in the studio Kier Townsend for a cool crisp look. "It was such a little awkward space, said Irina," and the units were not standard size, so it was easier to make them ourselves. "
For the flooring, the designer selected textured ceramic tiles that resemble resistant timber.
antique mirror backsplash, Saligo design.
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Keir Townsend
in the living area, Irina brought raspberry accents to break the cream palette. She even found space for a small workstation by inserting a thin custom table and chair in a corner near the window. "Every centimeter was used, she said.
fabric office chair, of The Cuona. Tub chair fabric, Dedar Fabrics.
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fabric office chair, of The Cuona. Tub chair fabric, Dedar Fabrics.
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for the gray feature wall in the corner, Irina used polished plaster with two different finishes to add more depth to the plan. "It is my favorite material," she reveals. "It is incredibly versatile and reflects light beautifully.
Keir Townsend
Like many converted apartments in London, storage is a thorny issue when it came to the reconfiguration of the design.
"We had to be smart and make the most of all the space that presented itself," says Irina. alcove above the workstation does not seem much, but it is the ideal space for squirrel away books and household files. "
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"We had to be smart and make the most of all the space that presented itself," says Irina. alcove above the workstation does not seem much, but it is the ideal space for squirrel away books and household files. "
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a heavy bath was removed to make room for a spacious shower rain in the new bathroom. "A bath is not really necessary in a small house, and we made much better use of space," says Irina. hidden cupboards elsewhere in the room hide the washing machine and extra storage, while the walls and floor are covered with ceramic tiles.
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"We invented the basin, "Irina said. "It is a very clean design using recycled glass bottle set in resin, which is lit by LED lighting, it also works as a night light. crystal embellished taps and Venetian glass tiles complete the look and enhance the luxurious finish.
Amber sink and washing crystal taps, Keir Townsend. glass walls Venetian tiles Dune.
Amber sink and washing crystal taps, Keir Townsend. glass walls Venetian tiles Dune.
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"We managed to create lots of storage in the apartment without sacrificing storage space in the room," says Irina. "Fortunately, the ceilings are high enough, so we managed to fit double height closets here.
A cantilevered bed still has more storage space, keeping clutter to a minimum in the calming scheme. The stingray leather floor echoes the luxurious flourishes elsewhere in the dish, while the velvet headboard adds depth and texture. "The soil is very special in this room - it feels heavenly to toe," says Irina. "The leather will soften and become even more beautiful with time."
wallcovering Japanese linen, Phillip Jeffries. Velvet for headboard, Abbott & Boyd. leather floor, leather Alma. curtain fabric, From The Cuona.
A cantilevered bed still has more storage space, keeping clutter to a minimum in the calming scheme. The stingray leather floor echoes the luxurious flourishes elsewhere in the dish, while the velvet headboard adds depth and texture. "The soil is very special in this room - it feels heavenly to toe," says Irina. "The leather will soften and become even more beautiful with time."
wallcovering Japanese linen, Phillip Jeffries. Velvet for headboard, Abbott & Boyd. leather floor, leather Alma. curtain fabric, From The Cuona.
Keir Townsend
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