Wilkinson points to the fireplace as
another design coup. Completely boxed
in when the apartment was bought, it was
exposed, rebuilt and refurnished with the
same marble cladding used on the kitchen
splashback.
“We set out to create something that
would visually enthrall people,” says the
architect. “But we’ve also created a plan
that is so much better and more dynamic.
“Architecture is a practical art. If it
falls short on the practicalities you end up
with a hollow result.”
Facing page: The existing powder room had
been under the stairs, opened into the living area
and had an awkward arrangement of plumbing
services. Moving it close to the apartment
entrance has allowed Wilkinson to create a more
functional and highly attractive space.
Above and left: A major fault of the existing
layout was that access to the rooftop greenhouse
and terrace was through the master suite.
Reconfiguring the stairs means guests have direct
access to the terrace, leaving the master suite as a
distinctly private area of the apartment.
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