Houzz Tour: A Victorian spacious and elegant apartment in West London - It is not everyday that you get to visit a triple lateral conversion. In fact, this is only the second property in London to have been created like that. A triple lateral conversion is to open a space horizontally on three properties. As you can imagine, it was a huge project, and the planning phase alone took more than seven months, but the result is an impressive space that has been elegantly decorated with furniture from around the world.
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Houzz at a Glance
Location West London
Size 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms
Architect Georgina Turvey PEEK architecture design
interior designer Bonnie Meredith Bonnie Meredith studio
Georgina was responsible for the architectural part of the project, while Bonnie took care of specifying the hard finishes, including the kitchen and bathrooms , as well as furniture and soft finishes.
Location West London
Size 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms
Architect Georgina Turvey PEEK architecture design
interior designer Bonnie Meredith Bonnie Meredith studio
Georgina was responsible for the architectural part of the project, while Bonnie took care of specifying the hard finishes, including the kitchen and bathrooms , as well as furniture and soft finishes.
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the new apartment - which exists in the space of the previous four apartments - covers all new first floor windows seen in this photo. "It was a huge project, Georgina said. "We had three different manufacturers working on different parts.
Previously, the spaces were very dated and a bit dull, and Georgina and Bonnie wanted to create something extraordinary. "We wanted to make it look as if a family had lived here for 100 years," says Bonnie.
Previously, the spaces were very dated and a bit dull, and Georgina and Bonnie wanted to create something extraordinary. "We wanted to make it look as if a family had lived here for 100 years," says Bonnie.
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Take European aristocracy as a starting point, the designer used distressed paint finishes and custom furniture to give the space a slightly inhabited sensation.
There are three reception rooms: the central one, which is an official reception and dining room for guests; kitchen and breakfast room, and a separate library and lounging space.
Table, Salda. Chairs, Robert Langford. Carpets, Luke Irwin. Chandelier, Chelini. curtain fabric, Jim Thompson at Fox Linton. table lamps, Absolute Flowers & Home.
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There are three reception rooms: the central one, which is an official reception and dining room for guests; kitchen and breakfast room, and a separate library and lounging space.
Table, Salda. Chairs, Robert Langford. Carpets, Luke Irwin. Chandelier, Chelini. curtain fabric, Jim Thompson at Fox Linton. table lamps, Absolute Flowers & Home.
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the centerpiece is the most formal of the three functions and is designed for hosting customers. It is more structured, and the furniture is imposing. "Much of the furniture was manufactured in Italy by artisans of the old school," says Bonnie, "and the rug is handmade in Nepal.
Almost every household in the house were already there. "We do not want to release them as they are part of the history of architecture," says Georgina.
Almost every household in the house were already there. "We do not want to release them as they are part of the history of architecture," says Georgina.
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The next reception room has a comfortable feel. "This is more of a relaxation," says Bonnie. "We had a beautiful, large, L-shaped sofa is to create a real focal point.
The color palette here is slightly darker, with shelves of the library by giving it a feeling of comfort. To the left of the library there are glass shelves and drawers below are refrigerators that store everything needed for an evening cocktail.
Corner sofa, custom fabric by Rubelli. purple armchairs; office; chair, while Chelini. White painted walls Cornforth, Farrow & Ball.
The color palette here is slightly darker, with shelves of the library by giving it a feeling of comfort. To the left of the library there are glass shelves and drawers below are refrigerators that store everything needed for an evening cocktail.
Corner sofa, custom fabric by Rubelli. purple armchairs; office; chair, while Chelini. White painted walls Cornforth, Farrow & Ball.
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This was the only fireplace in the apartment that was replaced. Georgina sketched the design and had marble Rosso by a stonemason. To the left of the fireplace is a hidden TV. The paneling electronically lifts up to reveal the dish.
Bonnie used the same curtains here than in more formal reception room to create some continuity to the front elevation.
silk curtain fabric, Jim Thompson at Fox Linton.
Bonnie used the same curtains here than in more formal reception room to create some continuity to the front elevation.
silk curtain fabric, Jim Thompson at Fox Linton.
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The third reception room is a multi-functional space that serves as a kitchen, breakfast room and an informal lounge area.
"We wanted a bit of an Art Deco decor here," says Georgina. "We did not want the kitchen to feel too much like a kitchen, Bonnie added. It kept light and fresh with white walls broken, and chose a more relaxed dining table, where she teamed with tailored Italian chairs.
Walls painted in white high, Farrow & Ball. Dining table, Salda. Chairs, tailor from Orsi. Lighting Circa Lighting.
"We wanted a bit of an Art Deco decor here," says Georgina. "We did not want the kitchen to feel too much like a kitchen, Bonnie added. It kept light and fresh with white walls broken, and chose a more relaxed dining table, where she teamed with tailored Italian chairs.
Walls painted in white high, Farrow & Ball. Dining table, Salda. Chairs, tailor from Orsi. Lighting Circa Lighting.
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Georgina sketched the design of the kitchen and had done according to his design. "We do not want cupboards," she said, so a lot of storage went to the island.
The cabinets are lacquered wood with antique brass handles, and the work plan is a beige marble with gray marble marquina on the island. A mirror backsplash and smoked brass faucets complete the look sophisticated and luxurious.
Appliances, Gaggenau. Taps Perrin & Rowe.
The cabinets are lacquered wood with antique brass handles, and the work plan is a beige marble with gray marble marquina on the island. A mirror backsplash and smoked brass faucets complete the look sophisticated and luxurious.
Appliances, Gaggenau. Taps Perrin & Rowe.
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the rooms are all decorated in a neutral palette with gray shades, elegant furniture accent pieces. A custom bed covered with a luxurious bed cover is the main feature of this room. The mirror above the fireplace is actually a TV.
Jute rugs, Tim Page. bedside table, Salda. And pendant lamps, lighting Circa. Armchair, The French House.
Jute rugs, Tim Page. bedside table, Salda. And pendant lamps, lighting Circa. Armchair, The French House.
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Each room has a private bathroom. "At the end tiles are rough-cut marble," says Georgina. "They come as a mosaic sheet you can stick to the wall. The shower is lined in back-painted glass. With brass fittings adding a warm glow to cold surfaces, the look is classic with a contemporary twist.
Sanitaryware, Butler. Taps, Lefroy Brooks.
Sanitaryware, Butler. Taps, Lefroy Brooks.
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A second bedroom continues the look of understated elegance. Linen wallpaper gives the room heat, while the jute rug brings in a nice texture. As in other rooms, Georgina has created a soffit in the ceiling and installed hidden LED strip lighting that can be dimmed to change the mood.
Jute rugs, Tim Page. Armchair, The French House. Suede launch, Oka. Ivory Herringbone Linen wallcovering, stereo.
Jute rugs, Tim Page. Armchair, The French House. Suede launch, Oka. Ivory Herringbone Linen wallcovering, stereo.
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in the master suite, Bonnie wanted to do something that would make it different from other rooms, she opted for an abaca carpet, which is a type of natural fiber. There is a small corner housing a dressing table, custom-blackened oak, and the suite has two bathrooms (one sound and hers) and a large dressing room that leads to the reception area library seen in the distance.
Abaca rug, Tim page. Bedspread, The White Company. Jeter, Nicole Farhi.
Abaca rug, Tim page. Bedspread, The White Company. Jeter, Nicole Farhi.
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the master dressing room, blackened oak and burgundy leather, has been custom made and gives the space an opulent feel. Bonnie found the table in a flea market in Paris.
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This is the bathroom "his own of the two suites. Georgina went for the Calacatta Oro marble with brass fittings create a luxurious feel with a contemporary twist. She decided to join the mesh brass toilet was sandwiched between glass to keep it separate from the shower area.
The shower head is flush with the ceiling, which had to be reduced to fit in, and white onyx wall LED backlighting to create a gloomy atmosphere. The bathroom is entirely in marble, and the floor had to be reinforced to support the weight. It is a huge square tub that looks more like a miniature swimming pool of a bath.
Showerhead, Rossini. Taps, Lefroy Brooks.
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The shower head is flush with the ceiling, which had to be reduced to fit in, and white onyx wall LED backlighting to create a gloomy atmosphere. The bathroom is entirely in marble, and the floor had to be reinforced to support the weight. It is a huge square tub that looks more like a miniature swimming pool of a bath.
Showerhead, Rossini. Taps, Lefroy Brooks.
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This is the common hallway, to be unified and modernized. "He was very magnolia, Bonnie says it has updated with fresh, clean colors.
Suspensions, Circa Lighting.
Suspensions, Circa Lighting.
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apartment has a beautiful long balcony that stretches the full width of the house. Anoushka Feiler of Bestique took care of the landscaping. "We have lots potted plants and tiled floors Victorian style to give it a feeling established," says Georgina.
Victorian tiles, original style.
Victorian tiles, original style.
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