Category: residential

House in West Hampstead

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A full refurbishment to introduce a contemporary twist to the interior and still preserving the original identity of a loved family home.

A lovely and dynamic family had a clear idea for the renovation project of their beautiful house located in a quiet residential area of West Hampstead (northwest London).

Through an imaginative and thoughtful work, moving continuously between aesthetic and functionality, the final result achieved the mood and the lifestyle that the client aspired to.


Contractor: Ranex Building Contractors

Photography: Mary Wadsworth Photography

Styling: Mary Weaver Interiors

The project involved the complete renovation of the property in order to reflect the client’s character and personality.


The elegant interiors are the result of a deep research and an exciting exchange of ideas with the client who has been involved in the creative process at every single stage of the project.


African roots stylishly contaminate the predominant European character of the client. Family links, passion for travel and natural curiosity pushed the client to spend time in different countries during the years.


The result is an eclectic style where everything is perfectly balanced in an elegant contemporary look.

The design has been informed by an exciting exercise around natural and pure tones with delicate pattern and texture. The African roots are palpable and the European touch allows a refined display. Artwork, wallcoverings, fabrics and colours are all linked together for a unique interior.


The understanding of the client’s vision and the full connection with the right lifestyle were the two essential ingredients for the success of the project.


Colours, texture, patterns and monochrome accents create a unique and sophisticated interior.

The property has been designed around unique pieces of art and eccentric objects. Every single area has its own strong identity and the result is a refined and cohesive space.


All furniture and accessories have been carefully selected to complete and enhance the elegant and cosy interior.


Natural materials and soft tones create a serene and peaceful atmosphere and generate a feeling of comfort.

The creative and eclectic personality of the client clearly emerges in the selection of a rich and earthy colour palette for the interior. Natural marble slabs, wide wooden planks and wool carpet have been selected for the floors and laid next to each other bringing to life a custom made and chic design.


Function and lifestyle have been side to side at every stage of the project in order to enhance the client’s quality of life.

In the downstair extension a fully operational pottery studio has been created to allow the client’s artistic talent to run free.


The project reflects the strong bond with the owners and how their lifestyle became the source of inspiration. Keeping up a running dialogue and a constant exchange of ideas generate the winning formula for the tailor made result of the design.

Glass House

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A young and dynamic family desired a special and unique outbuilding for their exclusive property located in an elegant Conservation area of North London.

‘A stunning garden room that serves as both a home office and a snug room, a showcase of cool architectural details and smart design solutions’.

The brief was quite clear since day one and the exciting creative process saw the client involved at every single stage of the project.


The lighting scheme has been applied considering its partnership with shadow to create contrast, drama and excitement.


Photography by Simone Morciano

Windows extended all the way up to the roof and a glass to glass corner detail are the design core of this elegant North London cabin. The accurate study of the proportions and meticulous selection of the materials allow an exquisite integration of the building into the surrounding.


The textures of the bricks, the low level planter along the perimeter and the black slatted wood panels complete the sleek architecture of the elegant structure.


The natural light floods in, an indoor-outdoor feeling permeates the space creating a seamlessly connection with the outdoor patio and a quiet presence within the property. The refined architectural detailing and the flexible interior space are the distinctive character of this unique outbuilding that meets the lifestyle of the young family.

Inside, the cabin is serene and snug, featuring a sofa, writing desk and a separate bathroom with skylight set into the ceiling for letting in maximum light. The glass to glass corner captures dramatic views and provides a strong connection to the verdant landscape.


Internally the wow effect comes from black painted exposed ceiling joists, dark grey plastered walls and dark brown textured vinyl floor. The cohesive mix of textures and materials is flawlessly completed by the lighting concealed from view and giving focus to the dramatic black ceiling joists.


Colours, texture, patterns and monochrome accents create a unique and sophisticated interior.


Belsize Square

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An ‘unloved blank canvas’ of a home has been turned into a transformed space that oozes sophistication, and a refined colour palette.

Two creative clients wanted something special for their one-bedroom ground floor flat within a handsome Victorian house in the elegant Conservation area of Belsize Park (northwest London). The project involved the complete renovation of the property in order to reflect the client’s character and personality.


Photography by Mary Wadsworth

Styling by Mary Weaver Interiors

Today, the interior radiates serenity and a feeling of spaciousness thanks to ceilings that have been raised throughout and ‘invisible’ doors that disappear seamlessly into walls.


Character comes from artfully panelled walls that add an air of grandeur and the cohesive mix of textures like wood, sisal, rattan and stone used throughout.


Being the client deeply into fashion and fabrics the selection of colours, textures and materials has been informed by the newest trend in fashion.

The unifying paint shades in the apartment were chosen with the clients and they beautifully link each of the different rooms. Painting the ceiling the same hue as the walls draws the eye up, making the property seem bigger and creates a cohesive feel.


The bathroom is cleverly conceived with an entrance from the hall for guests, and another from the couple’s bedroom. It was initially painted pink but has ended up a rich chocolate for more of a wow factor. Colours, texture, patterns and monochrome accents create a unique and sophisticated interior.

The light-infused dining area, set in a window niche, is ideal for work and casual meals but doubles as a moody entertaining space. A gallery wall and a reading nook add new dimensions to the sitting room with its comfortable chairs and velvet sofa. All furniture and accessories have been carefully selected to complete and enhance the refined and cosy interior.

In the bedroom, a deeper pink was chosen to encourage relaxation, while the kitchen is a deliberate contrast with a palette of fresh blues.


Through different materials, pattern and colours each room gets its own unique identity bringing to life a custom made and chic design.



‘We’ve gone from a boring featureless box to a home rich with character and air of grandeur and restrained elegance’ was the client’s final feedback.

House in Primerose Hill

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Situated in the elegant and exclusive area of Primrose Hill in North London this family house of 5 levels is one of a kind.

refined and cosy four-bedroom property overlooking one of the most fascinating parks in London. The project involved the complete renovation of the building with the addition of a top floor extension.


Photography by Simone Morciano

The client’s brief has been quite clear and simple since day one:


“An interior that reflects the natural character of the hill and where you can escape the chaos of city life”


The design has been informed by the desire of the client of maximizing the visual connection with the natural surround. Every space has been tailor made to fit an elegant and dynamic lifestyle.

The exposed black wood ceiling joists and the dramatic lighting scheme generate a sophisticated interior. Being the client passionate about fashion and fabrics the selection of colours, textures and materials has been informed by the newest trend in fashion.

The floor finishes span from dark wood to rich terrazzo tiles and natural fibres inset carpets. On the walls there is a constant alternation and play of floral motives and fabric texture. A double height space has been created between to emphasize the open space design and the view of the hill.

At the first floor, hidden behind a secret door, the powder room introduces the guest to an unexpected world of colours, textures and materials. The mood board of the room brings into the interior the vegetation of the park, constantly recalling the exclusive location of the house. Through different materials, pattern and colours each room gets its own unique identity bringing to life a custom made and chic design. Function and lifestyle have been side to side at every stage of the project in order to enhance the client’s quality of life

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Situated in the elegant and exclusive area of Primrose Hill in North London this family house of 5 levels is one of a kind.

refined and cosy four-bedroom property overlooking one of the most fascinating parks in London. The project involved the complete renovation of the building with the addition of a top floor extension.

Photography by Simone Morciano

The client’s brief has been quite clear and simple since day one:


“An interior that reflects the natural character of the hill and where you can escape the chaos of city life”


The design has been informed by the desire of the client of maximizing the visual connection with the natural surround. Every space has been tailor made to fit an elegant and dynamic lifestyle.

The exposed black wood ceiling joists and the dramatic lighting scheme generate a sophisticated interior. Being the client passionate about fashion and fabrics the selection of colours, textures and materials has been informed by the newest trend in fashion.

The floor finishes span from dark wood to rich terrazzo tiles and natural fibres inset carpets. On the walls there is a constant alternation and play of floral motives and fabric texture. A double height space has been created between to emphasize the open space design and the view of the hill.

At the first floor, hidden behind a secret door, the powder room introduces the guest to an unexpected world of colours, textures and materials. The mood board of the room brings into the interior the vegetation of the park, constantly recalling the exclusive location of the house. Through different materials, pattern and colours each room gets its own unique identity bringing to life a custom made and chic design. Function and lifestyle have been side to side at every stage of the project in order to enhance the client’s quality of life

House In Harrow

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”The family house of our dreams”. The brief of the client has been quite clear and simple since the beginning.

A complete remodelling, new extension and landscape design of a single house in a sough-after residential neighbourhood in North London. From planning stage to the last FF&E accessory, every space has been tailor made to fit a dynamic young family.

Function and lifestyle have been side to side at every stage. The idea was to keep the flow of the project going, designing each space as unique. Each member of the family had to be reflected trough colours, textures and materials.

The parents, the girl and the boy have been the key of the design, selection and specification process. Each one with his needs and taste, have made the project a journey trough products that could tell a story.

Granny’s House

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Versilia is synonymous of Italian summer lifestyle and Granny’s House is the typical seaside colonial villa of the area.

Within a beautiful park the architectural listed building was erected in the early 1700 and it is formed by a central part and two symmetrical pitched roof wings.

An accurate restoration has been planned through the study of every and each detail. Design and implementation were carried out on the basis of a comprehensive survey and archival research, improving the amenity of the property according to modern standards and lifestyle.

The study of the natural and artificial light is very similar to a stage design project as materials, textures and patterns act together like in dramatic “show”. Essential importance was set in the selection of materials and in the creation of details in order to reflect the refined lifestyle of Granny’s House.

The white external surfaces of Granny’s House create a strong contrast with the rich textures and patterns of the interior. Due to proximity of the famous Carrara marble quarries full size marble slabs has been introduced while self levelling compound has been used to complete the floor and create marble/tiles “rugs”.

The centrepiece of the historic interior is the original marble staircase whose handcrafted restoration was undertaken by a local marble workshop before being repositioned on site. A brand new floating marble staircase works as a continuation of the old one and creates a nearly seamless continuity between old and new.