Archetech Issue 58 2022 | Page 79

WE ARE 74
Feature lighting throughout is by Enigma Lighting , with M & E specialists Cundall , who designed all of the M & E , working with 74 on architectural track lighting and suspended linear lights . The lighting provides continual high-level visual interest throughout both spaces , with ground floor highlights including brass and globe Florence Pendants by Mullan Lighting and the Lily triple lights on brass arms by Nordlux . The rear lounge space , designed for more purely relaxation purposes , features bespoke low sofas and chairs with a more outdoor feel , including the Colony Lounge Chair by Miniforms and the Cala Armchairs by Kettal . The indoor / outdoor feeling of this space is accentuated by an olive tree feature inset into the centre of the rear table and crowned with a suspended circular light from Enigma Lighting . Bespoke metal weave lights to the left of the space from Enigma Lighting and Take Luck Home Vivid Bird pendants continue the outdoor feel and references .
To the left-side rear of the ground floor space are the Wellness Studio and Gym . The Wellness Studio features wall batons and basket-weave Amtico flooring . Both the Studio and the Gym have full-height mirrors on two sides , as well as oversized glazed doors ( glazing by Planet Partitioning ) in beige to match the curtain walls with PVD satin brass ironmongery by d line . Fitness-on-demand classes are available in the Studio via a television . Flooring in the gym is a light grey rubber with a speckle finish , whilst all equipment is by TechnoGym and was specified for the scheme by Educated Body . Two large , back-lit circular mirrors also feature within the gym area , whilst voiles along one of the mirrored walls add a soft and elegant note to the space and compliment the brass and beige tones of the adjacent door
sofas directly ahead , backed by a feature fireplace inset into a feature wall of with mint-coloured tiles at the lower level and a large screen at the upper level , surrounded by grey wall tiles with metallic lines at angles , creating an eye-catching geometric pattern .
At the top left of the space is a gaming area with tables for board games , whilst a printed chessboard table is located in front of the fireplace . A feature high-level table for eight is located to the right . To the rear of the space on the right is a refreshment counter with a bronze , mirrored splashback , whilst to the rear on the left is a stunning private dining room and kitchen . The striking wallpaper here in mottled blues is from the Abalone range by Tektura Wallcoverings , whilst the bespoke , ellipseshaped dining table seats eight and features a veined stone top . Three metal ring globe pendant lights over the dining table are by Homary , whilst other stand-out Sky Lounge lighting includes dramatic Metal Bow Floor Lamps by Beut ; the Opal Pendant by Enigma Lighting over the pool table and two sets of Polished Brass Tube pendant lights by E2 Lighting , hung at different lengths set inside two curved-edge joinery ceiling rafts over the high table and games table areas .
Lounge seating , tables and rugs , all suitable for outdoor use , decorate the slim external terrace , encouraging residents to step out and take in the views of the River Aire .
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On the 11th floor , the Sky Lounge is a vibrant and fun space , featuring bolder colours and brighter fabrics , although clearly linking to the ground floor amenity space via the same finishes family , including brass lighting and framework seats . Amtico basket-weave flooring is also used here , this time with different feature colour sections to demarcate the pool table and fireplace sofa area , which features two facing New York Suite sofas by Saba in Spice orange-rust velvet upholstery . Bright orange fabrics and bolder blues and greens tie the overall look together , including rich blue curtains and a feature bespoke orange baize pool table .
As residents enter , they see the lounge seating area with the
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