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Perspectives on Design London brilliantly showcases the creativity of locally based residential design professionals, from architects to artisans, through crisply designed layouts with vivid photographs and interesting editorial. The stylistically diverse collection includes the work of dozens of celebrated creative experts. Whether focused on the home’s design, structure, decor, amenities, or outdoor living spaces, each professional featured in the upscale coffee-table book offers wonderful insight as to how bespoke residences come to fruition. ISBN: 978-0-9832398-2-6 Price $50.00           £30.00 Page Count: 192 Pages

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concept + s t ruc tureEdward Hill Partnership 9

Alison Brooks Architects 17

Bere Architects 21

Chris Dyson Architects 25

Coffey Architects 29

Jeremy Amos Architects 33

Knox Bhavan Architects 37

Michaelis Boyd Associates 41

Northbeach 45

Studio Bednarski 49

e lements of s t ruc ture Lightplan 55

Paul Clifford 61

Carlton Gas Fires 67

DKT Artworks 71

Gibson Music 75

John Spencer Specialist Joinery & Cabinet Makers 79

Stone Theatre 83

Weldon 87

Matt Livsey Hammond 91

The Nanz Company 93

Rajartisan 95

Lightplan, page 55

Christina Fallah Designs, page 125

Thorp Design, page 97

intarya, page 109

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c o n t e n t selements of des ignThorp Design 97

Intarya by Kamini Ezralow 109

Alastair Graham 119

Christina Fallah Designs 125

Interior Desires 131

Veedon Fleece 137

Archer & Smith Limited 143

Casa Forma Limited 147

Fromental 151

John Jones 155

Kinari Design 159

L&B 163

Northwick Design 167

Peggy Prendeville Interior Design 171

Constantine Lindsay Ltd 175

Sue Whimster Curtains and Soft Furnishings 177

l i v i ng the e lements Charlotte Rowe Garden Design 181

Arne Maynard Garden Design Ltd 185

Butter Wakefield Garden Design 187

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I n the heart of stratford village, Kensington, lies a

chartered firm of architects with over 30 years’ experience.

edward Hill Partnership was founded by edward Hill in

1977, the solo enterprise sprouting from his humble home

studio. The practise has since grown by concentrating on

its core business of architecture while developing long-

term relationships with clients and fellow professionals—

structural engineers, interior designers, landscape

architects, lighting designers, quantity surveyors, and

many others. The practise greatly values the strength

of these relationships and sees them as essential to the

accomplishment of an architectural vision. The meticulous,

award-winning results speak for themselves.

A close-knit team of talented designers and technicians

are all imbued with an attitude of service excellence. The

firm’s aim is to design good-looking, practical, and user-

led buildings, providing solutions for an exacting clientele.

specialising in diverse projects including private residential,

housing, commercial, educational, and leisure, edward Hill

Partnership is a sought-after studio. its grand single-family

house refurbishments are seen throughout Kensington,

Chelsea, belgravia, and Knightsbridge. With a penchant for

historic restoration, many listed houses are featured within

the firm’s portfolio, showing a sensitive eye and innate feel

for sympathetic alteration and improvement.

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Edward Hill PartnErsHiP

“Most London houses are not that big, and therefore space-planning, which is always important, becomes critical.” Edward Hil l

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“When refurbishing a listed building, good design largely equates to the elegant integration of 21st-century technology into an 18th- or 19th-century shell.” Christopher Mitchell

Previous PAges LeFT: our double-height underground wine cellar was a total

remodel. We met many challenges in designing the large volume beneath a

five-storey house to maximise square footage and create a dramatic space. We

successfully fused contemporary styling within a traditional structure: a glass

entry landing and high-tech stainless steel and glass staircase contrast with the

original brick walls, oak wine racks, and natural weathered stone flooring.

Photograph by richard Lewisohn

Previous PAges rigHT: We gutted the ground floor vintage apartment in Mayfair

to provide superb quality accommodation and to house a collection of oriental

sculpture. A series of small rooms was opened up into a lateral space, which is

a rarity in London. We integrated the central air conditioning system with input

grilles placed at low levels. Fabric-stretched walls and wood louvres create a

light ambience. Wide linear cornices and skirtings, dark-painted moulded

architraves, and light hardwood flush doors with dark inlaid detailing unify

the look.

Photograph by steve stephens

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Above: We refurbished a lovely historic victorian house in Kensington to the

highest standard. Working remotely with a New York interior designer, we

jointly achieved the homeowners’ dreams. our total renovation integrated 21st-

century services into the 1840s-era building through a melding of state-of-the-

art technology and impressive architectural elements such as plaster cornices

and new door surrounds.

Photograph courtesy of edward Hill Partnership

FACiNg PAge: The kitchen-multipurpose room looks out onto a large landscaped

garden. We overcame the floor-to-ceiling height constraint by use of cornice

details and discreet uplighting combined with a highly reflective ceiling plaster

finish. Travertine and wood flooring streamline the mid-19th century interior

into a clean, contemporary family place.

Photograph by richard Lewisohn

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ToP rigHT: We engineered a three-flight elliptical staircase and

skylight connecting four floors of the all-new Wimbledon home.

stone-clad concrete steps with a metal balustrade form an

everlasting element that will age gracefully within the modern

"period" house.

Photograph by steve stephens

boTToM rigHT: The bathroom is dressed in basic black for a sleek

urban look—black marble vanities and flooring, black cornice trim,

and black louvres contrast with the stark white wall and ceiling,

sharply brightened with chrome and mirrors.

Photograph by steve stephens

FACiNg PAge: The historic listed house was originally designed

in the 1840s by acclaimed architect Thomas Allom. We added

another floor and refurbished the existing four-storey interior space

by removing a lift and knocking out walls to create a magnificent

master bedroom, and freshened the exterior façade with extensive

replastering and repair work, including removal of a rough uneven

finish which had been applied in the past.

Photograph by edward Hill

“To emulate and surpass the latest bathroom designs seen in hotels from Hong Kong to Houston, architects must keep abreast of global design trends.” Joshua Berry

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“We never strive to create a style per se, but work to fulfi l l the homeowners’ hopes and expectations. Style is a label applied retrospectively.” Edward Hil l

Above: integrating incompatible golf and cinema systems is a masterful feat,

yet all the more challenging when the underground room must also maintain

green space above to comply with city planning regulations. The three-year

project required a high-tech home theatre system and advanced sensor-

driven golf simulator system, seamlessly operable at the touch of a button.

We blended automated curtain and projection screens and various audiovisual

elements to create an interactive space for playing golf and watching full-screen

movies. suede upholstered walls provide good acoustics, broken up by narrow

horizontal leather strips.

Photograph by richard Lewisohn

FACiNg PAge: We completely remodelled and fitted out a late victorian-

edwardian building in north London, resulting in an uncompromisingly

contemporary space. While the attractive historic shell is retained, all that

is within is altered. The new mezzanine balcony includes a toughened glass

balustrade and staircase with stainless steel railings. A gourmet kitchen is

accessed through a full-height sliding glass screen adjacent to the dining area.

Photograph by A.C. Cooper

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L iving and working in spitalfields—a neighbourhood

with possibly the most powerful sense of place in

London—Chris Dyson is in a good position to skilfully draw

out the innate character of the capital’s buildings. best

known for his work in the east end, where his own home

and studio are a triumph of sensitive restoration and bold

modernisation, it is not the complete picture, however.

residential projects in London usually involve the

restoration and refurbishment of historic buildings, and

in their work Chris and his team offer an aesthetic that is

simple and classical but does not sacrifice the soul of

the place. The practise is extremely skilled at balancing

old and new by enhancing existing features, employing

specialised craftsmen, and deciding when to add sleekly

contemporary new elements such as modern kitchens and

bathrooms or glass walls.

The studio controls the design process from concept to

construction, keeping a tight rein on all phases and doing

all the detailing in-house, making for a swift and efficient

build process. speed is nothing without a good finished

result, however, and in the end it is a passion for preserving

the spirit of place that sets Chris Dyson Architects apart.

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cHris dyson arcHitEcts

“Houses are the most difficult things to design. I enjoy them, but they take an enormous amount of time and effort, because you need to design down to the last detail. It is also a very emotional process.” Chris Dyson

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“I see buildings as children, pets, or friends—once they are formed they begin to create their own personalities. I think this is an important sensitivity to realise.” Chris Dyson

Above: The project introduced us to the pleasures and joys of working with

Feng shui, which in practise meant the inclusion of some very practical,

thoughtful design elements. Leading off this conservatory dining area is an

oriental courtyard garden that provides the focus for all the ground-floor

rooms, its Zen-like qualities providing a calm and peaceful backdrop against the

urban environment.

FACiNg PAge ToP: The house as it was originally planned didn’t feel like it had

a heart, so a new hallway placed at the epicentre of the square plan, with the

reception rooms effortlessly winding around it, creates that. it has a compass

design and domed roof inspired by the work of sir John soane, reflecting the

homeowners’ love of travel and enthusiasm for decorative detail.

FACiNg PAge boTToM: by digging into the basement and raising the roof, the

interior space could be increased from 450 to 600 square metres. A spectacular

cantilevered oak staircase with bespoke cast-iron balustrades unites the new

top floor and basement with the three pre-existing floors. our aim when

remodelling any home is to rationalise space, making it clean-lined and easy

to navigate; we like to contrast well-detailed, modern elements with a simpler

form of construction. Walking that tightrope of old and new is what makes

us different.

Previous PAges: The homeowners’ brief to remodel their edwardian home in

Chelsea demanded a lot in terms of time and scale. Although the house remains

apparently unaltered in its outward appearance, it has in fact been substantially

extended and renovated.

Photographs by richard bryant, Archaid

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C reating harmony between indoors and outdoors is a

large part of Knox bhavan’s work, perfectly illustrated

by its London offices: visitors step over a koi pond to reach

the front door and it’s clear that natural surroundings are

a vital design ingredient. When simon describes the living

space that clients often request—an informal kitchen, living

room, and dining room in one—he affirms that the rooms

should be an extension of the garden.

it is this sensitivity to the environment and interpretive

ability that co-principals sasha bhavan and simon Knox

possess. simon founded the firm in 1992 with sasha

joining four years later. They approach each project as a

team, running jobs from start to finish, often employing

craftsmen and specialists directly. An in-depth knowledge

of construction helps with understanding the possibilities

and limitations of a concept. Passion is evident in the final

product—houses that are a daily pleasure to live in, full of

carefully thought-out detail. sasha says that the practise’s

aim is to create homes that are more enlightening than

mere accommodation. Creating award-winning projects

from new private residences to refurbishments throughout

urban London and its environs, Knox bhavan designs

beautiful dwellings with a decidedly modern aesthetic.

one can likely hear whispers of influence from Alvar Aalto

and geoffrey bawa.

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knox BHavan arcHitEcts

“Generic is not in our vocabulary. Envision a bespoke design crafted to your particular brief and suited to the land.” Simon Knox

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Above: We designed a deep roof canopy to protect the room from inclement

weather. on a summer’s day, sliding glass doors allow for fresh air while

circular windows in the outdoor floor bring light into the basement. Curved

european oak bay window seats extend from each child’s bedroom for lazing

and reading.

FACiNg PAge ToP: The front gable features a large hall window with horizontal

mullions and transoms. Panes are closer together toward the ground, lending

privacy yet providing natural light. our castle-inspired circular staircase has a

central steel post with solid european oak treads fixed to an aluminium "tuning

fork" chassis, all leading up to the skylight.

FACiNg PAge boTToM: The first floor rooms are quite lofty. supporting walls

never touch the ceiling, as glass panels extend to fill the gap. brightly coloured

wardrobes identify different bedrooms down the hallway. our transparent

plan with mirrored sliding doors reveals the formal stairway and horizontal

timber window that provides needed privacy. bespoke joinery defines the

home throughout.

Previous PAges: The L-shaped, three-storey Dulwich village house is sited on

lovely property with a natural pond. Above the entry hallway, our mirrored glass

canopy gives protection from the elements while creating dappled light effects.

it’s hard to tell if you’re inside or out in the draft lobby—as one wall is stone and

the other is brick. We designed the timber entry door with clear and coloured

glass for an immediate view to the landscape beyond.

Photographs by richard Haughton

“I ’m allergic to architect-speak and over-intellectualising. Designing your private home should be a pleasurable experience every step of the way.” Sasha Bhavan

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S implification. This is the core design philosophy of

Alex Michaelis and Tim boyd, principals of Michaelis

boyd Associates. The architect colleagues founded

their namesake firm in 1985 after years of practising with

renowned groups in London, specializing in commercial

and residential work alike. Today the MbA team of

architects is respected for their residential refurbishments

and new builds as well as acclaimed public spaces and

special projects.

When developing a design scheme, the studio emphasises

space, flow, and layout, creating urban habitats from

traditional to minimalist that aptly suit today’s lifestyles.

integrated into city sites with green roof spaces and

gardens extending from each house, Alex and Tim’s

dwellings take their cue from the lay of the land. They

permit sunshine to penetrate the dark nooks of a

typical city structure, so natural light plays a big role

in their designs, with myriad glass walls and skylights

allowing dreary days to be a thing of the past. Decidedly

contemporary, their spaces often have a gallery-like

quality, awaiting original artwork, furnishings, and colourful

personalities to inhabit them. Clean lines and purist forms

emerge within their refurbished historic flats in signature

MbA style and ready for real living.

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micHaElis Boyd associatEs

“Light, form, and flow define the spaces for our modern living.” Alex Michaelis

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Above & LeFT: The historic victorian townhouse in Arundel gardens inspired

a fresh take on tradition. We used innovative LeD and concealed lighting to

enhance the feeling of space, and many traditional details and natural materials

were incorporated to reflect the character of the original building.

FACiNg PAge: To successfully open up the space, we designed a large sliding

rooflight on the top floor that sends natural light all the way to the basement.

The children’s quarters feature a dividing wall with a clever reading nook as well

as built-in bookcases and bunks for an uncluttered effect.

Previous PAges: Aside from the existing front façade and side party walls, we

demolished the four-storey structure to create a decidedly modern single-

family home. The scheme included an open plan, lowered basement level, an

excavated area to house utilities, and enlarged three-storey side extension, with

a new mansard roof and small terrace to the rear. our interior design maximises

natural light with full-height sliding glass doors and screens.

Photographs by richard Lewisohn

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“Architecture, like life, is a long meandering river.” Tim Boyd

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ligHtPlan

Above: We designed romantic exterior lighting leading to the entrance of the London

home by integrating LeD lighting into the planter boxes and using 40,000-hour lamp

life to keep maintenance at a minimum. Theatre gels were used to acquire the desired

colour temperatures for added ambience.

Photograph by rod borland

FACiNg PAge: The owner desired a private gym that would morph into a dynamic

nightclub. At the push of a button, the fitness room becomes a sophisticated

entertaining space via a customised 90-minute programming of audiovisual, laser, and

smoke effects. our complex integration of technology makes the room dual-functional

while also featuring energy-saving lighting systems. glass and mirrors maximise the

space and allow for a contemporary envelope with concealed lighting. interior by

Christina Fallah Designs.

Photograph by Nilu izadi

“Lighting is an art form, a synergy of creative and technical skil ls.” John Roberts

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Above: our lighting concept allows for seamless integration of the drawing

room and dining room; programmed computer systems are touch-screen,

keypad, or sensor controlled. Decorative lights are internally customised and

now use an energy-efficient cold cathode light source. The displays, artworks,

and tables are accented with fibre optics, and linear LeD lighting is integrated

into the ceiling detail, glass floor at the rear of the room, and bookshelves.

Photograph by rod borland

FACiNg PAge: The private home’s music conservatory is the epitome of clean

and simple lighting design. recessed downlighting, linear LeD lighting to

showcase the ceiling detail, and a floorstanding reading light provide ample

lighting for the multipurpose room.

Photograph by Nilu izadi

“Great lighting is rarely achieved as an afterthought, but rather through its total integration within a greater vision.” John Roberts

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“It is imperative that interior and exterior lighting plans are designed as an extension of each other; this way the external light sources serve to enhance the internal scheme.” John Roberts

Above: our minimalist, award-winning lighting design for an eaton square apartment follows

the design directive of the ultra-modern and highly polished scheme. Discreet backlighting

behind floating ceilings and artworks using rgb LeDs allows for a vast diversity in scene setting,

while trimless, plaster-in luminaires maintain the design’s sleek appearance. The powder room

features energy-efficient fluorescent mirror lighting, providing even facial illumination for perfect

make-up application.

Above left photograph by Alex Franklin

Above right photograph by Mark Luscombe-White

FACiNg PAge: The brief for our project was to develop lighting

to a museum grade for the owner’s extensive art collection. in

a double-height internal courtyard featuring a barry Flanagan

bronze sculpture, we put the hare in silhouette by uplighting

from behind and used fibre optics to accent the sculpture’s

finer detail. side emitting fibre optics with colour changing

projectors frame the skylight’s architectural detailing.

Photograph by Alex Franklin

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Paul clifford

Above: Flower heads are often featured in my work. An occasional table top for a

Knightsbridge residence is deep sandblasted on the underside of 19-millimetre, low-

iron glass and gilded with gold leaf.

FACiNg PAge: The highly decorated glass-clad doors were inspired by rateau and run

almost continuously around the room. The artwork was sandblasted and gilded in

reverse against a background of water gilded and distressed silver leaf, then backed

with a layer of gold leaf.

Photographs by Josh Clifford

“I do maximalism…in small doses.” Paul Clifford

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Above: A sense of depth to the table top was achieved with an additional

sheet of etched and gilded glass laid on top. The background gilding has been

distressed, creating a look of decay and antiquity.

FACiNg PAge ToP: A variety of effects can be achieved using traditional

glasswork techniques. individual beveled glass diamond shapes are gilded with

aluminium leaf or reverse-painted black to give a harlequin effect. To achieve a

gilded glass ceiling above a private pool in Mayfair, square panels of glass were

kiln formed on a softly undulating plaster bed, water gilded with gold leaf, and

set within gold-plated frames.

FACiNg PAge boTToM: For a dressing room screen we created large medallions

influenced by the work of Art Deco metalworker edgar brandt. Deep carved

glass was gilded with gold and white gold leaf against a ground of frosted

deep-etched scrollwork. subtle butterflies and foliage appear through refined

sandblasting techniques and softly distressed silver leaf.

Photographs by Josh Clifford

“We carve and gild deep beneath the surface of the glass to create texture and decoration that appears to be solid but is just a skin, microns thick.” Paul Clifford

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Above LeFT: The surface of a drinks cabinet is made up of individual glass

tiles, each beveled, gilded, and uv bonded to the backs of four-millimetre-

thick panels for protection. Despite the overall glass thickness being only eight

millimetres, it appears to have a strong three-dimensional quality.

Above rigHT: The room-dividing screen is made up of beveled glass shapes

gilded on reverse in alternating palladium and silver leaf with the sunburst motif

deep etched into the back of the glass and gilded.

FACiNg PAge: Paying homage to the 1930s works of Hofer, the glass-clad cabinet

is water gilded with moon gold leaf. its organic decoration is deep etched and

gilded with white gold. The cabinet feet were carved in our studio, and then

sand cast in bronze and lightly patinated.

Photographs by Josh Clifford

“Gilded glass brings opulence to interior architecture.” Paul Clifford

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tHE nanz comPany

Above LeFT: We design and manufacture metal hardware for new homes and restoration projects,

understanding that authentic hardware made in historic designs with 21st-century technology

functions better than original pieces. in collaboration with architects and interior designers, our team

fabricates decorative door knobs, cabinet hardware, and bath accessories that add rich quality.

Photograph by raj shah

Above rigHT: Antique finishes in 24-karat gold plate, brass, and bronze portray an aged and

patinated look for distinctive character. Nickel, pewter, silver, and chrome are polished, burnished, or

given antique finishes. More than a hundred specialty textural effects can be achieved, from detailed

roping to hammered texturing.

Photograph by gregor Halenda

FACiNg PAge: We design and manufacture classical and contemporary hardware pieces: doorknobs,

handles, hinges, levers, and key lock escutcheons. Whether creating archival or new custom hardware

designs, the complex art involves design, engineering, casting, machining, chasing, and plating.

Photograph by gregor Halenda

“Decorative hardware is often an overlooked opportunity to make a design statement. It gives a sense of quality and importance to a space.” Carl Sorenson

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intarya By kamini Ezralow

Above & FACiNg PAge: The main salon includes the living room and formal

dining room replete with a tiered Murano crystal chandelier. Asked to

convey the look of a Hamptons retreat, we kept true to the beach house

feel but infused the scheme with elements of luxury appropriate for a

megayacht. We specified textures of linen, silk, leather, and silk velvet

along with special finishes such as verre églomisé, a technique of gilding,

etching, and painting backs of mirrors dating from the 18th century. We

designed verre églomisé panels, inset into cabinets, adapting a design

from antique wallpaper. The colour palette of soft blues, aquas, and ivories

creates an environment that evokes tranquility.

Photographs by edina van der Wyck

“Designing a residence is an extremely intimate process. We hold people’s lifestyles in our hands and the result must be a place to call home.” Kamini Ezralow

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rigHT: boats are about indoor-outdoor living and the relationship between the

two spaces should be seamless, yet each must have identity. We designed the

outdoor spaces with the fresh palette of soft white, infusing each deck with

a punch of colour for fun and interest. Furniture was specified in high gloss

white and seat cushions are off-white with contrasting leather piping; scatter

cushions feature an array of printed fabrics and hand-carved leather details. For

the sun deck we used tones of soft yellow and ivories to create a sophisticated

backdrop for entertaining, complementing an impressive backlit onyx bar. The

mood is one of understated elegance.

Photograph by edina van der Wyck

“The role of designer is not just about making a space look lovely; it is about the seamless, harmonious integration of ‘being’ into an environment. Design is, after all, a sensory experience.” Kamini Ezralow

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“Interior design is all about the details, the overall result being unique to each person. The context and intention arises from the client, so there is a common thread from their homes on land to their yacht at sea.” Kamini Ezralow

Above: The bespoke headboard and bedside cabinets in the master cabin have

a nickel and mother of pearl inlay detail echoed in the sea fastening cabinetry

handles. There is a fresh twist on tradition with the use of classic proportions and

materials such as dark walnut timbers, and contemporary fabrics. on the sofa,

a cashmere-lined silk throw is personalised with embroidery. The undulating,

carved wave pattern rug lends to the room’s glamorous ambience.

FACiNg PAge: For the wheelhouse deck cushions, we used red leather piping

on ivory fabric, along with a geometric pattern in a rich red tone. The tonal

harmony relates to the colour of the hull, which is a deep burgundy. We added

interesting layers by blending laser-cut leather cushions inspired by marine

designs with more neutral-toned but textured fabrics. While the interior is very

much about the flow of space, layering of textures, and a fresh palette, the

exterior is just as elegant but with a punch of colour.

Photographs by edina van der Wyck

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Above: The viP stateroom is decidedly female, with colours of lavender and

purple on a background in shades of grey. The owners’ daughter studied

gemology, so we commissioned cushions with genuine amethyst crystals

embroidered on purple satin to adorn the bed.

LeFT: The viP ensuite bathroom features silver vein travertine slabs laid in a

vertical orientation. The bespoke Murano mirror frame is etched with a delicate

floral pattern, and together with crystal faucet handles and mother of pearl

inlaid sea fastening knob, creates an understated and elegant environment.

FACiNg PAge: The unique finish applied on the atrium walls and flooring was

the first of its kind on a yacht. We collaborated with a local company to create

the 'skin' for the staircase atrium by coating the surfaces in a platinum metal

finish with impressions of leaves; it starts as a canopy on the deck flowing down

the atrium stairway. The finish was applied on the moor oak treads to reveal

platinum highlights in the grain. our recessed handrail repeats the platinum

finish but with a concealed light for an effect that is truly unexpected, ultra

tactile, and completely unique.

Photographs by edina van der Wyck

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“I believe that good design comes from pushing boundaries.” Kamini Ezralow

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Above: The study-media cabin features the latest in audiovisual technology. The

main deck room has proved to be a great space for the owner to work in, as

well as for enjoying family movies and entertaining. sofas are upholstered in

a comfortable duck egg blue linen and the joinery unit and desk are clad in

walnut timber with blackened steel accents and soft suede. in residences we

often design to achieve multiple functions; in yacht design it is no different.

because space is limited, we must make the most of the room, all the while

respecting its different functions.

FACiNg PAge: Perfect for entertaining alfresco with the glittering harbour or

a serene ocean sunset in view, the round lacquered dining table comfortably

seats up to 12 people. The colour tones are muted but still fresh: creamy ivories,

light taupes, and soft yellows.

Photographs by edina van der Wyck

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