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library , but this wasn ’ t visually intrusive as the coving , skirting and dado detail wrapped seamlessly around the new return . The new return was then integrated into the bespoke joinery bookcase that was designed along the back wall thus making the whole amendment feel natural and virtually invisible .
A large TV was integrated into an alcove above the fireplace , so that the TV sat flush and did not dominate the space . The bespoke joinery unit along one wall provided a much needed display space for objects , books and collectables , and feature wall lights with brass details completed the joinery unit .
A simple classic style sofa with a chaise end was added to complement the clients ’ collection of antique furniture and rugs .
Once again period details were picked out in half tones of pale greys to give a warm and calm feel to the space . By combining these two rooms and with careful consideration and specification of furniture , joinery and the material palette , London interior designers LLI Design , completely transformed these spaces .
Kitchen The kitchen benefitted from a window with views of the beautiful , tall tree outside , which it shared with the master bedroom . For the kitchen a fresh , bold and invigorating colour palette was selected , pale lilac lacquer , palest dove grey , and gold details with bleached wooden shelving created a fresh and bright modern kitchen with plenty of visual interest .
The same warm toned wide plank floor as the rest of the apartment continued into the kitchen ; this was repeated in the underlit wooden open shelves for plants and books . Glazed porcelain artisan metro tiles in soft tones with a pale grey border created the backsplash .
A tall lilac lacquer unit disguised a small but very practical utility area . The washer / dryer was placed at high level with a pull out drawer below for laundry and shelves above for linen storage .
The original opening for the fireplace range was repurposed to create a larder unit with pull out wicker baskets .
Dining Room The furniture in the dining room consisted of the clients ’ much loved inherited pieces that were renovated , restored and french polished bringing them back to their former glory .
As a contrast to the period furniture the space was contemporised by a large contemporary , brass pendant light with exposed squirrel cage lamps to sit above the dining table . An opulent , oversized , gilt framed wall mirror bounced light into the room . Bespoke joinery alcoves were positioned either side of the chimney breast making the most of all available space . The clients ’ richly patterned persian carpet helped pull all the visual elements together .
The bespoke joinery kitchen layout featured a centre island with a pale grey composite worktop and a dramatic gold pendant light . Traditional shaker style kitchen units , some featuring glass fronts to showcase glassware added to the visual interest . Cabinetry featured gold cup pull handles and knobs , which helped give the kitchen a contemporary feel .