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Renovation of a 5 Bedroom Listed Georgian Townhouse, Clerkenwell

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The clients engaged us to renovate their beautiful five storey listed Georgian townhouse on a garden square in Clerkenwell. We helped the clients design and manage a full overhaul of the kitchen and main bathroom including revision of layouts, new fittings and a full decoration throughout.

As part of this we saw an opportunity to completely upgrade and streamline the boiler and plumbing system, moving it out of the main living spaces and freeing up space in those valuable areas.

For the kitchen, the clients worked with DeVol for the unique Sebastian Cox cabinetry (hand crafted timber – Beech & Ash).
Our aim with other fittings such as lighting , ironmongery and tiles was to complement the rustic, sustainable wood, while also introducing warmer tones & textures into the space. We also did this to mirror the period of the property, making a clearer visual balance between traditional and contemporary aspects of the home.

For the bathroom the client was inspired to go with more modern fittings that had a utilitarian twist (note the sink & stunning curved bath). We offset this with bespoke joinery, carefully designed to optimise space and exactly meet the clients’ needs.
We used small format tiles to again give a calm, homely feel to the space, using warm and tonal colours to create a relaxing space. We carefully designed lighting to be versatile for atmosphere and task.

Other works throughout the home included damp-proofing works on the lower ground floor, new radiators, underfloor heating in some spaces, redecoration throughout, including new electrical fittings and feature lighting.

Project Date: 2022 - 2023

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  • Green zellige tiles add a burst of colour to the room, while the Water Monopoly bath adds a focal point that also provides relaxation. Bespoke joinery provides storage. A vintage rug brings warmth and a dash of colour to the space.

  • A large art piece over the fireplace is the focus of the living room, framed by accessories in the chimney breast alcoves + elsewhere in the room. The space is the perfect place to relax while also being a room to display treasured art owned by the clients.

  • The bold pattern of the armchair fabric adds character and interest to the space, tying in with the colour palette used throughout. Black traditional cast iron radiators work tie in with the traditional elements of the property, while wood flooring adds warmth.

  • The dark blue-grey DeVol adds a character and interest to the space, balanced by the soft neutral walls, floating shelf and flooring. The opening into the dining area keeps the space open and fresh.

  • Ornate coving is highlighted with a slightly different colour tone to the walls and ceiling, all being calming blue, green and neutral tones. Treasured furniture and accessories add character to the space while the wooden dining table brings warmth to the space.

  • Muted green has been used to add an element of calm to the study. The patterned rug, vintage furniture and cast iron radiator work perfectly with the traditional style of the house.