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360-degree views across London, the design takes its cue not just from the skyline, but from the way light moves through the apartment across the day.
Inspired by the shifting qualities of sunlight and shadow, the penthouse treats light as a material in its own right. Warm gold tones and muted neutrals move in mood and intensity from morning to dusk, bringing softness to the angular geometry while maintaining a clear dialogue with the skyline beyond. The result is refined glamour, without rigidity or performance.
“ For the penthouse, we were thinking about how people actually live in a space of this scale. It needed to feel open and impressive, but also intuitive. That’ s where zoning became so important, creating distinct spaces for gathering and dining that sit alongside quieter areas for reading, working and retreat- allowing privacy and togetherness to coexist without compromise.” Philippa Simpson, Founder, BAYA Interiors
Rather than treating the building’ s diamond-shaped geometry and structural elements as constraints, BAYA integrates them through bespoke joinery, transforming them into purposeful architectural features that define the main living and entertaining space.
Arranged as an open-plan living area, the room is shaped by its curved, half-oval footprint and framed by panoramic glazing, with seating zones organised to follow the line of the architecture. Bespoke, sculptural curved sofas form a central seating area beneath a statement circular pendant, anchoring the room within the wider plan.
A series of columns running through the penthouse are absorbed into sculptural forms, introducing a quiet rhythm, while angled walls are similarly embraced. The plan unfolds as a