The Private Pied-à-Terre

Entertaining informed the design without dominating it. A bespoke bar, seamlessly integrated into the living and dining space, provides a focal point for gatherings while remaining elegant and unobtrusive. Furniture arrangements were carefully planned to support flow, intimacy and flexibility, allowing the apartment to adapt from quiet evenings to lively social events.

Layered lighting, textures and finishes create atmosphere and comfort, ensuring every visit feels deliberate yet relaxed. The space encourages connection, offering areas to gather, unwind and celebrate. The resulting apartment balances sophistication with approachability, celebrating social living in the heart of the city.

Conceived as a lock-up-and-leave pied-à-terre, the apartment was carefully designed to offer a hotel-like sense of ease from the moment its owners arrive. Every aspect of the layout was optimised to make the most of the compact space, with bespoke storage solutions and a discreet utility cupboard ensuring everything has its place. Finishes and materials were selected for their effortless upkeep, creating a home that is low-maintenance, ready to enjoy and perfectly suited for both short visits and longer stays.

The interiors evoke calm and indulgence, combining soft textiles, tactile materials and considered lighting with polished bespoke fittings. The result is a residence that balances practicality with elegance, offering a sense of arrival and escape each time the owners step through the door: an urban retreat that feels immediately welcoming and beautifully appointed.

Stone plays a commanding role throughout the apartment, anchoring spaces with a sense of permanence and refined luxury. Walls and surfaces clad in marble create visual drama while imparting a tactile, sensory richness. Natural veining and the tactility of each surface are complemented by timber, metal and bespoke joinery, creating balance and warmth throughout.

Every finish was chosen for both beauty and durability. Kitchens, living areas and bathrooms were crafted with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring longevity without compromising elegance. Together, these materials create a cohesive design language, where understated luxury and tactility are the defining notes.