Houzz Tour: A Mansion Flat With Scandinavian and Mediterranean Accents - It was 40 years that 90 square meters property had last been renovated, and it still had its original layout with four bedrooms, a bathroom and a small lounge. "He was in a terrible condition and very cramped, said decorator Laurence Rouveure design Ardesia. "We have completely changed the structure. We knocked through the living room in the room next to create an open plan living and dining room, and we turned another room in a private bathroom for the master bedroom.
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Houzz at a glance
Who lives here A professional couple
Location Maida Vale, northwest London
property An early 20th century mansion flat
Size 2 bedrooms 1 bathroom 1 private bathroom
designer Laurence Rouveure design Ardesia
"The owners came to us because they had seen our work before and really liked our style. They wanted something light and refreshing, with a mixture of Mediterranean and features fresh Scandinavian, clean lines, "says Rouveure.
In the elegant lounge, a southern European influence can be seen in the vaulted alcoves Greek style on each side of the fireplace, while the candle filled fireplace adds a Nordic touch.
Who lives here A professional couple
Location Maida Vale, northwest London
property An early 20th century mansion flat
Size 2 bedrooms 1 bathroom 1 private bathroom
designer Laurence Rouveure design Ardesia
"The owners came to us because they had seen our work before and really liked our style. They wanted something light and refreshing, with a mixture of Mediterranean and features fresh Scandinavian, clean lines, "says Rouveure.
In the elegant lounge, a southern European influence can be seen in the vaulted alcoves Greek style on each side of the fireplace, while the candle filled fireplace adds a Nordic touch.
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The wide boards in the main lounge were treated with white soap to create a bleached effect, while the walls painted in crisp white providing space still feels light - another Scandi-style detail. "We added the color in the artwork, rugs and accessories, said Rouveure.
Rug designed by Ardesia Design . S OFA made by Saba Italia fabric from by Ardesia Design . Chairs, from the Netherlands by Ardesia Design .
Rug designed by Ardesia Design . S OFA made by Saba Italia fabric from by Ardesia Design . Chairs, from the Netherlands by Ardesia Design .
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Choosing curtains few centimeters longer than necessary gives windows a touch of drama, as the fabric sweeps the ground as an elegant evening gown.
The dining table simple but elegant came from a Belgian supplier of Ardesia.
The dining table simple but elegant came from a Belgian supplier of Ardesia.
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The whole kitchen units have been designed and custom made by Rouveure. "The units have been inspired by Nordic design, she said. "They are light, but not too flat. We warmed the room with concrete tiles and soft colors that we had in Morocco.
concrete tiles are becoming more common on the street and durability makes it particularly suitable for kitchens.
Cooking; f loor tiles; blind, all Ardesia Design .
concrete tiles are becoming more common on the street and durability makes it particularly suitable for kitchens.
Cooking; f loor tiles; blind, all Ardesia Design .
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a small dining room, informal was created in the kitchen. Wooden and metal chairs came from Belgium and help soften the marble table of bright white Carrara.
The clean lines of the simple window shutters add an elegant Scandi feel.
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The clean lines of the simple window shutters add an elegant Scandi feel.
table and c hair, all Ardesia Design .
In love with Scandi style? Get the look with these five essential pieces
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Rouveure like to keep running themes throughout the house, she created the same arc plastered alcove shelves in the master bedroom to match that flank the fireplace in the lounge.
"In introducing the texture here, we opted for a linen effect wallpaper behind the bed," she said.
custom machine in France, Ardesia design Bed.
"In introducing the texture here, we opted for a linen effect wallpaper behind the bed," she said.
custom machine in France, Ardesia design Bed.
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the door to the master bedroom has been designed to blend into the cupboards. "We added details of the doors are not too flat, and used iron handles, which comes to us from Belgium on bedroom doors and a wardrobe for all tie together, said Rouveure.
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Check out these 10 smart ideas wardrobe
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Microcement was used on the walls in the new private bathroom. "I did not use tiles - I wanted a transparent sensation seamless microcemento was therefore the ideal choice, said Rouveure.
A niche storage has been created to run alongside the shower area, providing a convenient place for toiletries.
A niche storage has been created to run alongside the shower area, providing a convenient place for toiletries.
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There a sofa bed, comes from Italy, in the guest room, so it can double as a space unoccupied extra life.
soft furnishings in red and roses add color to the neutral regime. "The pillows in red linen that we had custom in France and we used an Italian fabric for curtains, while the cabinet doors are manufactured from recycled components, said Rouveure.
See how versatile components can be
soft furnishings in red and roses add color to the neutral regime. "The pillows in red linen that we had custom in France and we used an Italian fabric for curtains, while the cabinet doors are manufactured from recycled components, said Rouveure.
See how versatile components can be
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Microcement was also used in the master bath to help connect different areas of the house.
Microcement starting to catch on as an internal finish, but you need an expert to install it to a smooth and shiny appearance.
Bath sourced from Italy, Ardesia design .
Microcement starting to catch on as an internal finish, but you need an expert to install it to a smooth and shiny appearance.
Bath sourced from Italy, Ardesia design .
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the dressing novel window in the bathroom is a feature in itself. The mirror above the sink are on tracks so they can be combined to cover the window where confidentiality is required.
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