Set across the top two floors of a 1920s mansion block in Mayfair, overlooking Hyde Park, this pied-à-terre has been reworked into a refined London retreat. Once a fragmented and dated apartment – very 1990s – the property has undergone a complete redesign.
The intervention was extensive: what was once a single floor was divided into two. Staircases were removed and repositioned, walls stripped back and reconfigured, and the layout rationalised to create a sense of flow and cohesion. A sweeping cantilevered staircase and foyer roof light are at the heart of a sophisticated home for an American family from North Carolina and their young daughter.
Purchased as a pied-à-terre, the apartment needed to balance practicality with escapism. The clients, who have a long-standing connection to London, wanted a home that felt personal, layered and uplifting.
Designing during the height of the pandemic, the process became unusually collaborative, shaping a scheme that feels both intimate and expressive. The aesthetic draws on a transatlantic sensibility, blending classic English decoration with a glamorous, New York-inflected approach. Rich textures, enveloping wallpapers and tailored upholstery run throughout.
The art collection was curated with the help of Rebecca Gordon. It brings together a mix of contemporary works that add depth and personality throughout the apartment. Artists include Chris Levine, Lorna Robertson, James Hart Dyke, Kate Giles, and Hunt & Hope.