House of the week: a bedroom and bathroom with gray marble and Accents - When the owners moved in this three-storey Victorian terraced property in north London, they managed to rehabilitate themselves on the ground floor. "The upper stages needed more extensive work, well," says Kieran Hawkins, director of architectural design Mailen. "During construction, the interior was completely dilapidated bare to the primary structure of walls and brick joists. This was followed by the construction of floors and walls in a new layout. "
The result is a first floor bedroom suite cool and sophisticated masters, with shower room and dressing.
The result is a first floor bedroom suite cool and sophisticated masters, with shower room and dressing.
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House at a glance
Who lives here A professional couple with their young child
Location Highbury, north London
Size House 20 m², bathroom 8 m², dressing 4 sq m part of a Victorian house with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms
Architect Kieran Hawkins Mailen Design
the provisions of the original floor of this house consisted two bedrooms and a bathroom preview. "The clients wanted to change that, because it does not according to their lifestyle and they have a genuine master bedroom," says Kieran Hawkins, who was brought to board for the entire remodeling of the upper floors, including all architectural and interior design work.
The new layout is much more consistent with their needs. It now includes a master bedroom with dressing room and en suite shower room and a study (relocated from the second floor) and a cloakroom.
bed, Mathers & Hirst. Walls painted Dove Tale Farrow & Ball.
Who lives here A professional couple with their young child
Location Highbury, north London
Size House 20 m², bathroom 8 m², dressing 4 sq m part of a Victorian house with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms
Architect Kieran Hawkins Mailen Design
the provisions of the original floor of this house consisted two bedrooms and a bathroom preview. "The clients wanted to change that, because it does not according to their lifestyle and they have a genuine master bedroom," says Kieran Hawkins, who was brought to board for the entire remodeling of the upper floors, including all architectural and interior design work.
The new layout is much more consistent with their needs. It now includes a master bedroom with dressing room and en suite shower room and a study (relocated from the second floor) and a cloakroom.
bed, Mathers & Hirst. Walls painted Dove Tale Farrow & Ball.
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the new master bedroom overlooks the garden. "Customers have given us a clear brief to design a room that was at home in a Victorian house, but with integrated care, contemporary details and features," said Hawkins.
"The character had to be light and inspiring, with natural, self-finished materials. We wanted to celebrate the best features of the original building while supporting the way of life of clients and their appreciation of design modern. "
An example of this is the restored ceiling rose, which seems to strike against contemporary pendant light.
Both shutters levels offer a versatile solution for light and privacy. The bold yellow illustration is by Gavin Turk.
Modernica Saucer Bubble Pendant by George Nelson, available to Heal. Shutters, The New England Shutter Company. Jielde wall sconces, Holloways of Ludlow. Gavin Turk work, Paul Stolper.
"The character had to be light and inspiring, with natural, self-finished materials. We wanted to celebrate the best features of the original building while supporting the way of life of clients and their appreciation of design modern. "
An example of this is the restored ceiling rose, which seems to strike against contemporary pendant light.
Both shutters levels offer a versatile solution for light and privacy. The bold yellow illustration is by Gavin Turk.
Modernica Saucer Bubble Pendant by George Nelson, available to Heal. Shutters, The New England Shutter Company. Jielde wall sconces, Holloways of Ludlow. Gavin Turk work, Paul Stolper.
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the restoration of the ceiling rose and the ledge was a crucial element of the project was carried out by a specialized craftsman, Jason Jewell.
"All other businesses were banned from the room for several days while working. They could not make high-impact work elsewhere in the house that would have shaken the ceiling" explains Hawkins.
"It was touch and go several points if plastering survive. However, a combination of delicate craftsmanship, traditional techniques and good fortune has allowed much of the original plaster to be saved, with new sections seamlessly patched in. "
Plastering restoration, Cornice Cleaning .
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"All other businesses were banned from the room for several days while working. They could not make high-impact work elsewhere in the house that would have shaken the ceiling" explains Hawkins.
"It was touch and go several points if plastering survive. However, a combination of delicate craftsmanship, traditional techniques and good fortune has allowed much of the original plaster to be saved, with new sections seamlessly patched in. "
Plastering restoration, Cornice Cleaning .
Discover key Victorians who welcome you to call time
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the cast iron fireplace is a restored recovered piece found by the owners. "the chimney and fireplace is my favorite area because it gives the master bedroom a strong accent, "says the architect. "Entourage cast iron and slate hearth, installed flush with the floor, the room full It focuses on the character that we seek to create. - .. Sturdy, eco-history house and detailed reflected "
ship amber, Charlotte glass Sale
ship amber, Charlotte glass Sale
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careful editing of new parts and vintage treasures creates a sophisticated classic look. The renovated Victorian nursing chair is compensated by modern wood buffet.
traditional hanging lamps Cage, Holloways of Ludlow. Buffet, Mathers & Hirst.
traditional hanging lamps Cage, Holloways of Ludlow. Buffet, Mathers & Hirst.
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the recovered oak flooring is a new addition to the room and continues in the dressing room, which has since been fitted with custom closets by Mathers & Hirst.
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An exquisite level of detail allowed the oak blocks layout recovered to match the pattern of polished marble tiles in the ensuite bathroom. It was also essential to center the diamond in the middle of the bathroom door.
"It was the idea of clients, and we loved it right away," Hawkins said. "It was mentioned at a meeting at the start and we were very happy to detail the floor to get the effect."
Calacatta Oro marble polished, Mandarin Stone.
"It was the idea of clients, and we loved it right away," Hawkins said. "It was mentioned at a meeting at the start and we were very happy to detail the floor to get the effect."
Calacatta Oro marble polished, Mandarin Stone.
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the bathroom is a bright space. "The goal was to make a room that feels both sober and luxurious," says Hawkins.
The floor and walls are lined with polished marble tiles (305mm x 75mm). It is a beautiful Italian marble with a colored off-white base and striking gray veining. The tiles are laid in different patterns on the walls and floor to create a subtle change of flow.
The fully tanked bathroom is specially designed for suspended flooring found in vintage homes, and has a fully recessed, hidden plateau.
Starck 2 toilet, Duravit. Wall plate polished chrome, Grohe.
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The floor and walls are lined with polished marble tiles (305mm x 75mm). It is a beautiful Italian marble with a colored off-white base and striking gray veining. The tiles are laid in different patterns on the walls and floor to create a subtle change of flow.
The fully tanked bathroom is specially designed for suspended flooring found in vintage homes, and has a fully recessed, hidden plateau.
Starck 2 toilet, Duravit. Wall plate polished chrome, Grohe.
More contemporary images of wet rooms
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The chrome shower is a collection by Philippe Starck. It is paired with a frameless, 10 mm thick glass screen for a clean look back.
Axor Starck shower, Hansgrohe. Ten frameless screen, Simpsons. basin Vero Duravit.
Axor Starck shower, Hansgrohe. Ten frameless screen, Simpsons. basin Vero Duravit.
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one of the biggest challenges of the project was reached the right composition of marble tiles.
"They are a natural product, so there is a wide variation in the finish between the tiles," said the architect. "The overall effect was to be varied and natural, but not to such an extent that an entire area" jumped "or felt out of place. It was a balancing act, like any random pattern still is, but the tiler the contractor was excellent and reached the necessary level of craftsmanship, especially with a large work cut around drains. "
"They are a natural product, so there is a wide variation in the finish between the tiles," said the architect. "The overall effect was to be varied and natural, but not to such an extent that an entire area" jumped "or felt out of place. It was a balancing act, like any random pattern still is, but the tiler the contractor was excellent and reached the necessary level of craftsmanship, especially with a large work cut around drains. "
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design Mailen worked closely with the owners to design the lighting system throughout the suite. In the bathroom, a mixture of suspended spotlights and ceiling lamps can be adjusted depending on the mood.
bathroom and walk-in closet walls painted in strong white, Farrow & Ball. Upton clear glass hanging lamps, Fritz Fryer.
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bathroom and walk-in closet walls painted in strong white, Farrow & Ball. Upton clear glass hanging lamps, Fritz Fryer.
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