Projects
This sensitive restoration of a Grade II Listed apartment within a prominent Queen’s Gate heritage building demonstrates our understanding of balancing conservation requirements with contemporary living standards. The project required careful navigation of Listed Building Consent processes while delivering sophisticated modern functionality.
The apartment’s historical significance demanded a thoughtful approach to internal reconfiguration. Our proposal focused on reinstating a previously formed opening between the living and dining areas, achieved through reversible jib doors that seamlessly mimic existing wall treatments, as recommended during the pre-application consultation. This intervention improved circulation while respecting the property’s special interest.
Spatial improvements included relocating the existing guest bedroom door, with the associated removal of non-original stud walls, enhancing rear hallway circulation, and creating advantageous storage opportunities. These changes enabled an enlarged master bedroom and en suite configuration while removing unsympathetic modern interventions.
Location
Kensington
The dining room received particular attention with a relocated, centralised door opening that improves spatial flow and adds appropriate grandeur to the entrance sequence.
The study features fully panelled timber finishes that create seamless material continuity while elegantly separating spaces through materiality. Throughout, we integrated discreet modern services including concealed air conditioning, Lutron lighting systems, and automated blinds, ensuring contemporary comfort without compromising historical integrity.
The completed residence harmoniously blends classic architectural character with refined modern functionality, respecting conservation principles while meeting exacting contemporary living standards.
