Kensington
Framing a personal collection of furniture and objects.
Kensington
Introduction
The interior of this contemporary apartment situated on a historic Kensington street has been designed for a young professional with a passion for collecting furniture and objects. Freely combining Italian, French, mid-century and contemporary influences, the result is a personal home that feels curated and layered.
Introduction
The interior of this contemporary apartment situated on a historic Kensington street has been designed for a young professional with a passion for collecting furniture and objects. Freely combining Italian, French, mid-century and contemporary influences, the result is a personal home that feels curated and layered.
Setting the scene
The apartment is located in Observatory Gardens, the former residence of the Phillimore family. The building’s striking restored facade of red brick, painted stone and cement detailing is all that remains of the original building which was completed in 1883 but sustained significant damage during World War II. The interiors of the redeveloped apartment have been carefully considered to enhance the natural dialogue between furniture, objects and materiality. A restrained architectural backdrop is balanced with warmer tones, sculptural forms and textural materials. Soft upholstery and mid-century elements are contrasted with darker timbers, stone surfaces and antique objects.
Setting the scene
The apartment is located in Observatory Gardens, the former residence of the Phillimore family. The building’s striking restored facade of red brick, painted stone and cement detailing is all that remains of the original building which was completed in 1883 but sustained significant damage during World War II. The interiors of the redeveloped apartment have been carefully considered to enhance the natural dialogue between furniture, objects and materiality. A restrained architectural backdrop is balanced with warmer tones, sculptural forms and textural materials. Soft upholstery and mid-century elements are contrasted with darker timbers, stone surfaces and antique objects.
A closer look
The diversity of furnishings and objects celebrates the individuality of both the home and its owner. The collection is permitted to shine, while the interior remains calm and legible as one space. In the sitting room, sculptural, timber-framed Guglielmo Ulrich sofas with their elegant feet and scrolled arms are complemented with brass and glass-topped side tables from Maison Jansen. Key pieces include the Murano glass table lamps by Barovier, a late 19th century Japanese lacquer panel set within Mallett & Son low coffee table, and a pair of Greek terracotta jars ca.520 BCE. Illuminating the entrance hall is a sculpted glass ceiling light by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte made in Italy in 1957.
A closer look
The diversity of furnishings and objects celebrates the individuality of both the home and its owner. The collection is permitted to shine, while the interior remains calm and legible as one space. In the sitting room, sculptural, timber-framed Guglielmo Ulrich sofas with their elegant feet and scrolled arms are complemented with brass and glass-topped side tables from Maison Jansen. Key pieces include the Murano glass table lamps by Barovier, a late 19th century Japanese lacquer panel set within Mallett & Son low coffee table, and a pair of Greek terracotta jars ca.520 BCE. Illuminating the entrance hall is a sculpted glass ceiling light by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte made in Italy in 1957.
Kensington
Framing a personal collection of furniture and objects.
Introduction
The interior of this contemporary apartment situated on a historic Kensington street has been designed for a young professional with a passion for collecting furniture and objects. Freely combining Italian, French, mid-century and contemporary influences, the result is a personal home that feels curated and layered.
Introduction
The interior of this contemporary apartment situated on a historic Kensington street has been designed for a young professional with a passion for collecting furniture and objects. Freely combining Italian, French, mid-century and contemporary influences, the result is a personal home that feels curated and layered.
Setting the scene
The apartment is located in Observatory Gardens, the former residence of the Phillimore family. The building’s striking restored facade of red brick, painted stone and cement detailing is all that remains of the original building which was completed in 1883 but sustained significant damage during World War II. The interiors of the redeveloped apartment have been carefully considered to enhance the natural dialogue between furniture, objects and materiality. A restrained architectural backdrop is balanced with warmer tones, sculptural forms and textural materials. Soft upholstery and mid-century elements are contrasted with darker timbers, stone surfaces and antique objects.
Setting the scene
The apartment is located in Observatory Gardens, the former residence of the Phillimore family. The building’s striking restored facade of red brick, painted stone and cement detailing is all that remains of the original building which was completed in 1883 but sustained significant damage during World War II. The interiors of the redeveloped apartment have been carefully considered to enhance the natural dialogue between furniture, objects and materiality. A restrained architectural backdrop is balanced with warmer tones, sculptural forms and textural materials. Soft upholstery and mid-century elements are contrasted with darker timbers, stone surfaces and antique objects.
A closer look
The diversity of furnishings and objects celebrates the individuality of both the home and its owner. The collection is permitted to shine, while the interior remains calm and legible as one space. In the sitting room, sculptural, timber-framed Guglielmo Ulrich sofas with their elegant feet and scrolled arms are complemented with brass and glass-topped side tables from Maison Jansen. Key pieces include the Murano glass table lamps by Barovier, a late 19th century Japanese lacquer panel set within Mallett & Son low coffee table, and a pair of Greek terracotta jars ca.520 BCE. Illuminating the entrance hall is a sculpted glass ceiling light by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte made in Italy in 1957.
A closer look
The diversity of furnishings and objects celebrates the individuality of both the home and its owner. The collection is permitted to shine, while the interior remains calm and legible as one space. In the sitting room, sculptural, timber-framed Guglielmo Ulrich sofas with their elegant feet and scrolled arms are complemented with brass and glass-topped side tables from Maison Jansen. Key pieces include the Murano glass table lamps by Barovier, a late 19th century Japanese lacquer panel set within Mallett & Son low coffee table, and a pair of Greek terracotta jars ca.520 BCE. Illuminating the entrance hall is a sculpted glass ceiling light by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte made in Italy in 1957.