The Art of Design Issue 45 2020 | Page 50

50 MARYLEBONE TERRACE Marylebone House was designed to be a family home overlooking Regent’s Park. The aim was to create a timeless aesthetic that combines the old and the new with a classical backdrop and a light, fresh palette. The house was then layered with unique eclectic pieces and standout contemporary British artworks that focus on highlighting the magnificent proportions and architectural features of the property. The property was previously occupied as a commercial space and then stripped back to a raw open concrete shell and so the only original feature was the façade. This meant that we were lucky enough to choose all of the new cornicing, plasterwork and architraves. We wanted to work with the heritage of the building and so our aim was to sensitively reinstate the Georgian architectural features of the property and work sensitively to the history of the building. We opted for a combination of textures and materials in the property to add layers of warmth and interest, which make each room feel comfortable and homely. We are passionate about using natural materials such as oaks, linens, wools, silks and sisals as they bring so much warmth and depth to a scheme. Juxtaposing materials against each other is a great way to stop the space feeling static and is pleasing to the eye.