Houzz Tour: A spectacular Penthouse in a Gothic London Landmark - This impressive penthouse is part of an imposing Gothic Revival structure at St Pancras in London. Originally built between 1865 and 1873, he eventually fell into ruin, standing abandoned for many years until the mid-2000s - when the Manhattan Loft Corporation has undertaken a plan ambitious renovation to the entire building. Arran Patel bought one of only three penthouses in the building in 2009. While the exterior of the building was restored to its former glory, the beginning of the recession in 2009 led to an internal database of recasting - Arran incentive to order a luxurious renovation by Thomas Griem TG-studio.
"It is a fantastic space spread over three floors," recalls Thomas from the first time he saw the property. Arran advised me to create an amazing loft space that would complement and enhance the building's heritage, and he gave me a lot of creative freedom to decide how. We literally stripped everything and started from scratch. "
The renovation included significant changes." It is a Grade I listed building, in order to obtain authorization for certain renovations, as changing the stairs and extending the mezzanine, was a long process, "says Thomas. He has taken the responsibility of providing full ownership and participation in the renovation work. the interior is now a warm home and comfortable, despite its impressive dimensions, with a touch of atmosphere Arran could not bear to leave. Arran is often away on business, but he was so impressed with the finished penthouse, he decided to move permanently "says Thomas.
Houzz at a glance
Who lives here Arran Patel
Location Kings Cross, London
designer Thomas Griem TG-studio
Size 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms
This is interesting building - which formed the original suite at grand Hotel Midland St Pancras train station - was designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott in the Gothic Revival style
built construction began in 1865 and the hotel opened in two steps in 1873 and 1876
"It is a fantastic space spread over three floors," recalls Thomas from the first time he saw the property. Arran advised me to create an amazing loft space that would complement and enhance the building's heritage, and he gave me a lot of creative freedom to decide how. We literally stripped everything and started from scratch. "
The renovation included significant changes." It is a Grade I listed building, in order to obtain authorization for certain renovations, as changing the stairs and extending the mezzanine, was a long process, "says Thomas. He has taken the responsibility of providing full ownership and participation in the renovation work. the interior is now a warm home and comfortable, despite its impressive dimensions, with a touch of atmosphere Arran could not bear to leave. Arran is often away on business, but he was so impressed with the finished penthouse, he decided to move permanently "says Thomas.
Houzz at a glance
Who lives here Arran Patel
Location Kings Cross, London
designer Thomas Griem TG-studio
Size 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms
This is interesting building - which formed the original suite at grand Hotel Midland St Pancras train station - was designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott in the Gothic Revival style
built construction began in 1865 and the hotel opened in two steps in 1873 and 1876
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The arrangement of three floors remained largely unchanged due to significant planning restrictions associated with grade I listed buildings. "We were very limited, but we managed to slightly increase the mezzanine says Thomas. We have also ripped the bulky spiral staircases linking the floors for a more comfortable contemporary design. "
The exposed trusses lend a sensation similar to barn space, that Thomas wanted to sweeten with contemporary features such as glass balustrade." The house is in central London, I felt it was important to work against the more rustic elements of the structure, "he explains.
the ground floor of the property houses the family TV area and dining room, as well as the kitchen, while a lounge and a more formal games room occupy the middle floor. Three bedrooms are located on the top floor.
The exposed trusses lend a sensation similar to barn space, that Thomas wanted to sweeten with contemporary features such as glass balustrade." The house is in central London, I felt it was important to work against the more rustic elements of the structure, "he explains.
the ground floor of the property houses the family TV area and dining room, as well as the kitchen, while a lounge and a more formal games room occupy the middle floor. Three bedrooms are located on the top floor.
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a beautiful view of the city can be enjoyed from the deep sofa in the formal living room on the middle floor. Thomas chose a neutral color palette with touches of color and pattern to create a sophisticated feel. "I focused on providing quality finishes throughout the property and this is reflected in the provision so," he says.
Two enormous chairs add drama to the spacious room, which focuses on a marble coffee table.
'pool table [just seen, left] is the only piece of furniture Arran brought to the property, "said Thomas. "It's really great, so I introduced some fun elements, such as the conventional lamp Arco, playing on this theme.
For practical reasons, Thomas had the roman shade on the large window fitted with a motor. "The window is absolutely huge, he said.
Sofa, Giorgetti. Chairs, Poltrona Frau. coffee table B & B Italia. Carpets, Luke Irwin. Arco lamp, Flos.
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Two enormous chairs add drama to the spacious room, which focuses on a marble coffee table.
'pool table [just seen, left] is the only piece of furniture Arran brought to the property, "said Thomas. "It's really great, so I introduced some fun elements, such as the conventional lamp Arco, playing on this theme.
For practical reasons, Thomas had the roman shade on the large window fitted with a motor. "The window is absolutely huge, he said.
Sofa, Giorgetti. Chairs, Poltrona Frau. coffee table B & B Italia. Carpets, Luke Irwin. Arco lamp, Flos.
How to make a perfect view
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a work schedule prevents Arran entertain as much as he would like, but a dining table with generous dimensions ensures there is plenty of space for family members passage that often descend.
The colorful work, bought by Arran in South Africa, chairs the space, which is traversed by glamorous touches like luster and classic lamppost Gun.
Dining table, Poliform. Gun floor lamp, Philippe Starck for Flos.
The colorful work, bought by Arran in South Africa, chairs the space, which is traversed by glamorous touches like luster and classic lamppost Gun.
Dining table, Poliform. Gun floor lamp, Philippe Starck for Flos.
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A Paul Smith rugs infuses color and pattern in the TV room, and a wood and white leather coffee table. The floor is oak. "I choose a light finish to the floor, because even if the apartment is huge in terms of volume, it is actually quite dark inside," says Thomas.
He added another layer of interest using textured wallpaper. "It provides some extra depth to the room, because it's so tactile, it makes the space feel very warm.
coffee table, Poltrona Frau. Carpets, Paul Smith for The Rug Company. oak floor, Schotten & Hansen. Wallpaper, stereo.
He added another layer of interest using textured wallpaper. "It provides some extra depth to the room, because it's so tactile, it makes the space feel very warm.
coffee table, Poltrona Frau. Carpets, Paul Smith for The Rug Company. oak floor, Schotten & Hansen. Wallpaper, stereo.
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in front of the dining room, a new staircase out to be quite an engineering feat. "The staircase is actually supported by the closet behind her and cantilevers out," says Thomas.
The library with comfortable reading under the stairs is made from the same wood Schotten & Hansen as soil and provides invaluable concealed storage. Arran uses comfortable reading all the time. It is a very comfortable soothing space to read a newspaper and a cup of morning coffee.
The library with comfortable reading under the stairs is made from the same wood Schotten & Hansen as soil and provides invaluable concealed storage. Arran uses comfortable reading all the time. It is a very comfortable soothing space to read a newspaper and a cup of morning coffee.
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floor the upper mezzanine of the apartment houses the master bedroom glamor. He breathes luxury, silk rugs back on the silk wallpaper. "The rest of the apartment is very large," says Thomas, "so this space is designed to feel warm and comfortable."
Carpet Jacaranda. Wallpaper, stereo.
Carpet Jacaranda. Wallpaper, stereo.
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a motorized curtain surrounds the mezzanine of the rest of the house, enhancing the feeling of being cocooned. Thomas provided the room with a bed tailor-covered deep blue velvet. Lacquered side tables complete the look.
Bespoke bed Meridiani. coffee tables, Lima.
Bespoke bed Meridiani. coffee tables, Lima.
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a skylight above Arran walk -in closet floods this area with natural light. the wardrobe is made of MDF veneered in oak brushed and oiled leather beige. A mirror is mounted on one of the internal sides to stimulate space.
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huge Portuguese travertine tiles lend a cave-like quality of the bathroom. "I wanted to make a male space, therefore, as the recessed TV in the wall, we introduced the dark wood and lacquer to give it gravitas," says Thomas. Mirrors cover a wall to create the impression of more space.
travertine Gareth Davies Stone. Taps Dornbracht. Basins, Flaminia. Shower, Majestic.
travertine Gareth Davies Stone. Taps Dornbracht. Basins, Flaminia. Shower, Majestic.
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twin guest rooms flank the master suite and have been decorated in a soft gray palette for a peaceful calming effect. A yellow chair provides an elegant bench at the desk in the home office area.
President Philippe Starck for Kartell. Bedside table, Lima.
10 glamorous rooms with quality movie star
President Philippe Starck for Kartell. Bedside table, Lima.
10 glamorous rooms with quality movie star
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The his 'n' hers en suite are a glamorous affair, despite their relatively small footprint. "These rooms are in the tower of the building, so they are very big, but quite small, making them both difficult and interesting to decorate, Thomas said. Marbled Arabescato, each bathroom has a chandelier hanging down from the ceiling like a game on the dimensions of the rooms.
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'In the evening, the bathrooms seem especially wonderful, with a view right across the city. They certainly have the wow factor, "Thomas said.
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A view stunning and fascinating heritage Arran attracted to buy the apartment at this historical monument of London, but its impressive interior that will keep him there for many years to come.
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