The Art of Design Issue 46 2020 | Page 51

51 The rich colour palette, inspired by the sun setting over the Thames, ranges from rusts to burgundy and midnight blues, set against dramatic dark grey walls. The Living spaces include a lounge, with a rust and blue colourway, and a library/piano room with two pale grey armchairs and a chaise lounge. The duplex also offers a study, large kitchen with a walk-in pantry and islandbar, as well as a formal dining area - the perfect space for entertaining. Indicative of Goddard Littlefair, the scheme features bespoke furniture and finishes throughout. The Dining Room The Study; the use of mirror at the back of shelving creates the illusion of space and further glimpses of views to beguile the senses. From the entrance of the front door one is drawn to the study and the first impression of the view. The acrylic desk was purposeful as anything more solid would have created more of a barrier to the glazing which is where the viewer wants to be. We focused the eye even more by painting the walls and ceiling out in a dark blue grey colour, deliberately producing a calm and less distracting space. - Jo Littlefair, Co-Founder and Director of Goddard Littlefair Another layer of exceptional detail is the bespoke art collection sourced by Goddard Littlefair. The artworks feature a series of striking geometric abstracts that respond to major London landmark buildings, including the Shard, as well as the surrounding views and environment, creating symmetry throughout.