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The result is stunning and makes these The double doors of the middle bedroom
bathrooms truly unique. were removed and replaced with a fixed
glass panel to allow light from the riverside
The second key feature of this apartment end of the flat to flow down the hallway and
for our clients is the alabaster bar. It is a lighten the middle guest twin bedroom.
spectacular piece of craftsmanship and gives This creates a new focal point in the
the living space a unique look and feel. apartment and has transformed a dark and
We chose this material not only for its
stunning look and feel, but also for its
claustrophobic area to a welcoming and
light flooded space.
hardwearing quality. It is treated with resin, As a designer the highest form of approval
which turns this incredibly delicate and is of course the one of our clients, who were
fragile stone into a resilient and durable delighted and quite emotional when we took
element, perfect for bar counter tops. them to see their new flat for the first time.
What makes this material even more striking
is the fact it is lit up by LEDs, which can be
They told us that they had never imagined
the flat could look as beautiful as it does.
adjusted from warm to cool, depending The interior design has since been voted
on the mood and time of day. Our clients Best London Residential Apartment Interior
wanted a dramatic feature in their living area Design by the International Property Awards.
and this alabaster bar emulates drama and
luxury gloriously. Overall, we concentrated www.maishadesign.com
on a design that allows more light to shine Photography by Richard Gooding
through the apartment to eradicate the dark Styling by Nick Lee niche pr
corridor-like feeling.