{"id":165793,"date":"2025-11-29T10:00:34","date_gmt":"2025-11-29T10:00:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/165793\/"},"modified":"2025-11-29T10:00:34","modified_gmt":"2025-11-29T10:00:34","slug":"roisin-lafferty-designs-a-london-penthouse-with-artemest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/165793\/","title":{"rendered":"R\u00f3is\u00edn Lafferty Designs a London Penthouse With Artemest"},"content":{"rendered":"

This fully-furnished penthouse in London’s Embassy Gardens is the first of its kind by luxury Italian furniture and decor brand Artemest, brought to life by award-winning Irish interior designer, R\u00f3is\u00edn Lafferty, who is known for crafting contemporary, detail-led spaces that tell a story.<\/p>\n

The modern home<\/a>, with panoramic views of London’s skyline \u2014 including unobstructed views of Big Ben \u2014 serves as a serene retreat from the busyness of the city below. “The aim was a subtle, luxurious atmosphere that made the penthouse feel inviting, rather than austere,” says R\u00f3is\u00edn Lafferty<\/a>, “A Sanctuary in the Sky.”<\/p>\n

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And it’s the partnership with Artemest<\/a>, in the careful selection of design pieces, that brings that perfect marriage of craftsmanship and modern elegance to fruition. The curation brings a lived-in atmosphere that is both homely and welcoming, while simultaneously “creating the feel of a collector’s home with special pieces and vignettes at every sightline,” R\u00f3is\u00edn explains.<\/p>\n

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Founder and creative director, R\u00f3is\u00edn Lafferty<\/p>\n

R\u00f3is\u00edn Lafferty is the founder and creative director of her eponymous, award-winning Dublin-based design studio, R\u00f3is\u00edn Lafferty. Founded in 2010, the studio is renowned for creating bold, captivating environments with meticulous attention to detail, spanning high-end residences, hotels, restaurants, workspaces, and installations across Europe, the US, and the Middle East. <\/p>\n

In May 2025, the studio expanded with the launch of R\u00f3is\u00edn Lafferty Gallery, an immersive space beneath the Dublin studio, where innovation, design, and craft intertwine, showcasing the R\u00f3is\u00edn Lafferty Collection alongside curated art, lighting, and furniture.<\/p>\n

With a diverse international team of architects and designers, each project is approached as a unique, imaginative experience, crafted with precision, creativity, and individuality. <\/p>\n

The Brief<\/p>\n

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The home is a masterclass in decorating with earth tones<\/a> and tactile materials.<\/p>\n

(Image credit: Ben Anders. Design: R\u00f3is\u00edn Lafferty for Artemest)<\/p>\n

The design process between R\u00f3is\u00edn and Artemest took less than a year to complete, with the brief being to “create a sanctuary that felt warm, inviting, and homely, while ensuring every space was purposeful and flexible,” explains R\u00f3is\u00edn.<\/p>\n

“Key objectives included improving circulation, defining zones within the open-plan layout<\/a>, and using natural, tactile materials to introduce warmth and authenticity.”<\/p>\n

When I asked R\u00f3is\u00edn which part of the design process was her favorite, she explained that the fit-out stage was particularly special to her. “It was when everything truly came to life. Curated furniture, lighting, and finishing touches were introduced, transforming the design from concept into a tangible, liveable space.”<\/p>\n


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The Living Spaces<\/p>\n

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The curation of pieces defines the mood, effortlessly creating a lived-in feel.<\/p>\n

(Image credit: Ben Anders. Design: R\u00f3is\u00edn Lafferty for Artemest)<\/p>\n

It’s the modern living rooms<\/a> that truly stand out \u2014 they are also R\u00f3is\u00edn’s favorite spaces in the penthouse. “Zoned, yet interconnected through a dramatic bookcase; they provide the best views of the London skyline while remaining cocooned, offering spaces that range from formal to relaxed,” she says.<\/p>\n

R\u00f3is\u00edn took inspiration from the soft colors of the sky and the ever-changing light of the city to create an earthy color palette<\/a> that effortlessly flows from one room to the next.<\/p>\n

“Natural light is harnessed as a design material, animating surfaces and deepening the connection to the skyline beyond,” she explains.<\/p>\n

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One of the most beautiful hidden doors<\/a> I have ever seen \u2014 both dramatic and practical.<\/p>\n

(Image credit: Ben Anders. Design: R\u00f3is\u00edn Lafferty for Artemest)<\/p>\n

Zones are subtly defined with statement lighting and the refined joinery serves as a balance to the oversized furnishings that add drama and scale.<\/p>\n

“Cohesive painted details and carefully considered material choices were used to visually link the different zones, guiding the eye and creating a natural pathway that encourages exploration throughout the home.”<\/p>\n

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The earth tones give a sense of calm and cohesion in each of the spaces.<\/p>\n

(Image credit: Ben Anders. Design: R\u00f3is\u00edn Lafferty for Artemest)<\/p>\n


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The curved banquette seating is cocooning and comforting.
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Each corner of the home is carefully considered, with every detail refined.
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The banquette seating<\/a> is cozy and inviting, offering a cocoon of warmth with tactile fabrics and rich colors adding depth and layers.<\/p>\n

It’s the kind of space that invites pause, a place to relax away from the hustle and bustle of city life, while also being the perfect space to host friends and family.<\/p>\n

The Dining Space<\/p>\n

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If you were wondering if chandeliers were out of style<\/a>, let this confirm that they are most definitely not \u2014 the Geometric Smoke Brown Glass Chandelier by Bottega Veneziana<\/a> is absolutely stunning.<\/p>\n

(Image credit: Ben Anders. Design: R\u00f3is\u00edn Lafferty for Artemest)<\/p>\n

The dining room<\/a> is anchored by a spectacular custom travertine marble table, which pairs wonderfully with the dramatic, sculptural Murano glass light fixture, adding depth and contrast to the space.<\/p>\n

The beautiful balance of organic and structured shapes is true not just of the dining space, but of the entire penthouse.<\/p>\n

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Decorating with flowers<\/a> is a simple but incredibly effective way of adding texture and elevating a space.<\/p>\n

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The Kitchen<\/p>\n

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This modern kitchen<\/a> exudes the perfect balance of tactile surfaces, with clever shapes and materials drawing your eyes in and around the space.<\/p>\n

(Image credit: Ben Anders. Design: R\u00f3is\u00edn Lafferty for Artemest)<\/p>\n

The penthouse’s kitchen certainly leans into many of this year’s biggest kitchen trends<\/a>, especially with that desire for human touch with its tactile surfaces, and its timeless appeal and inherent warmth, as with the rest of the home, help us glide from one space to the next in perfect harmony.<\/p>\n

The Bedroom<\/p>\n

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Modern bedroom ideas<\/a> don’t get much more serene than this \u2014 I’m obsessed with the Long Island Wine Red Bed [available at Artemest]<\/a>.<\/p>\n

(Image credit: Ben Anders. Design: R\u00f3is\u00edn Lafferty for Artemest)<\/p>\n

The earth tone bedroom<\/a> is a continuation of the warmth and enveloping feel of the rest of the home. R\u00f3is\u00edn thinks of the overall ambience as having a subtle ‘rose-tinted-glasses’ haze when it comes to the use of color.<\/p>\n

“Paint<\/a> was used as a powerful tool to shape mood, draping walls and ceilings to create an all-encompassing, cocooning effect,” she explains.<\/p>\n

“Rose-inspired tones, such as Zallal<\/a> and Dahana<\/a> from the R\u00f3is\u00edn Lafferty x Prestige for Fleetwood collection, were layered with rich, tactile materials to add depth and warmth throughout the space.”<\/p>\n

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This built-in closet<\/a> and dressing room is a thing of beauty.<\/p>\n

(Image credit: Ben Anders. Design: R\u00f3is\u00edn Lafferty for Artemest)<\/p>\n


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The Terrace<\/p>\n

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A modern garden<\/a> oasis above the city’s skyline with Cottage Brown Armchairs by Telenti<\/a>.<\/p>\n

(Image credit: Ben Anders. Design: R\u00f3is\u00edn Lafferty for Artemest)<\/p>\n

And it’s not just the interiors (and the skyline) that are spectacular \u2014 the private terrace is an urban garden<\/a> of dreams with carefully selected plants and garden furniture<\/a> that make this space just as cozy and inviting as indoors.<\/p>\n

“Every detail has been considered to evoke a tranquil, cocooning sanctuary \u2014 elevated yet inviting, sophisticated yet serene \u2014 an embodiment of modern luxury above the city,” says R\u00f3is\u00edn. And she is not wrong.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"This fully-furnished penthouse in London’s Embassy Gardens is the first of its kind by luxury Italian furniture and…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":165794,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[31],"tags":[307,304,305,306,308,93,61,60],"class_list":{"0":"post-165793","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-arts-and-design","8":"tag-arts","9":"tag-arts-and-design","10":"tag-artsanddesign","11":"tag-artsdesign","12":"tag-design","13":"tag-entertainment","14":"tag-ie","15":"tag-ireland"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/165793","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=165793"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/165793\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/165794"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=165793"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=165793"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=165793"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}