century sofa – selected for the compact, yet
comfortable scale that is a typical feature
of many Mid Century sofas, making this
style of furniture so appropriate for compact
spaces. Reupholstered to make it modern
and fresh, with yellow, and white accents to
lift the palette.
The sole bedroom features refreshing
pops of blue and green on the simple but
comfortable upholstered bed accented with
a dash of hot pink in the artwork.
The original design did not provide any
built in storage, but as built in furniture in
furniture is a far more economical way to
create storage over and above free standing
, this was one of the key changes I made to
the internal layout.
By re-siting internal walls, surplus space
from the shower room was reallocated to
allow not only a built in wardrobe, but also
the reconfigured shower room provided a far
more logical layout. Internally, the wardrobe
features double hanging rails to further
maximise upon the space. Detail can cramp
a space, so the wardrobe has a completely
flat door, devoid of any panelling, painted to
blend in with the walls. A simple slim line
mirror further extends the space through its
reflection.
The presence of a chair is reserved for
rooms that have the luxury of the space
to accommodate, which further enhances
the feeling of space while providing a quiet
corner to sit and enjoy of the view. A view
is another key way to create a feeling of
space within a property, and this rooftop
property with it’s view across the rooftops
to the monoliths of the City beyond does not
disappoint.
The compact bathroom features Victorian
style tiles to add colour and pattern,
something that is so often shield away
from in small spaces, but which should be
embraced as this is often the only way to
add personality where you don’t have the
luxury of space. The tiles are also a nod to
the architectural style of the building
During the reconfiguration of the walls, the
window that was previously planned to be
boarded over, was also brought fully into the
space to provide a wealth of light plus much
needed headroom.
When the unfurnished property went onto
the market, potential buyers understandably
struggled to see the full potential of the bijou
empty shell. Following several months with
no offers, Pascoe Interiors was asked to
return to furnish and style the flat. Within
two days of the installation and styling the
property sold, confirming just how valuable
good design can be.
Overall, this was an extremely successful
project in several ways.
The building and its’ residents benefitted
from fully refurbished common parts & a
new roof in the shape of a new floor; the
spaces of the two new apartments was
carefully considered to provide spacious
single occupancy aimed at modern
London life; the project proved to be a wise
investment for our Client and it is now a
home and sanctuary above the hustle of the
Balham streets below for the new owner. For
Pascoe Interiors, it is always a thrill to see a
project come together and result in success.
Projects come in all different shapes, sizes
and style interpretations, but the common
goal is to exceed expectations.
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