Modern kitchen with white marble countertops and a black kitchen island featuring three artichokes on a wooden tray. There is also a framed pantry with glass jars, beige cabinetry, and a marble backsplash. Hanging light fixtures and a window are visible.

The Elms, London

Barnes, London

2023-2025
Photography: Two Bear Studios

Set in London, this project transformed a building that had been divided into separate apartments back into a unified family home. Appointed to lead the interior architecture and FF&E, we worked closely with the wider team to re-establish proportion, flow and coherence throughout the property. A carefully considered rear extension further opened up the ground floor, introducing clarity, light and a stronger connection between key living spaces.

Rooted in the studio’s calm, tactile aesthetic, the design pairs expressive materials with crafted architectural detailing. Fluted timber, sculptural lighting, layered stone and bespoke joinery create a gentle sense of rhythm as you move through the home, while a warm, restrained palette allows texture and form to take precedence.

From the reconfigured kitchen and soft, tonal living spaces to the tranquil bedrooms and atmospheric bathrooms, each room has been designed with a focus on comfort, functionality and quiet refinement. The result is a contemporary family home that restores the building’s architectural integrity while creating a grounded, beautifully resolved environment aligned with the studio’s ethos.

  • Bespoke living room design featuring deep blue cabinetry, curated shelving, contemporary fireplace detailing, and soft curved seating by the studio.

    A tailored living room scheme with custom blue joinery, sculptural styling, and modern layered furnishings that reflect the studio’s refined, considered approach.

  • Light-filled bespoke kitchen featuring marble worktops, a fluted island, minimalist brass lighting, and curated open shelving designed by the studio.

    A thoughtfully detailed kitchen with custom cabinetry, a sculpted marble splashback, and refined brass accents, showcasing the studio’s clean, elevated approach to contemporary family living.

  • Detailed kitchen vignette featuring honed marble splashback, integrated basin, and curated shelf styling with warm brass accents, designed by the studio.

    A refined kitchen moment showcasing expressive marble, understated brassware, and thoughtfully curated styling that reflects the studio’s calm, elevated aesthetic.

  • Contemporary living room with a deep green modular sofa, custom oak shelving, and curated sculptural styling designed by the studio.

    A calm, contemporary living space defined by custom timber shelving, layered sculptural accents, and a richly textured green sofa that captures the studio’s warm, modern aesthetic.

  • Textural bedroom detail featuring layered neutral linens, earthy cushions, and bespoke woven wall art designed by the studio.

    A serene bedroom moment with tactile finishes, grounded tones, and crafted detailing that reflects the studio’s warm, understated design approach.

  • Elegant bedroom with tailored wall panelling, a velvet channelled bench, soft layered bedding, and refined detailing designed by the studio.

    A quiet, elevated bedroom scheme featuring bespoke panelling, warm textural accents, and a sculpted velvet bench that reflects the studio’s considered, contemporary approach.

  • Contemporary bathroom with fluted timber vanity, deep grey marble surfaces, and minimalist lighting, designed by the studio.

    A sophisticated bathroom scheme featuring rich natural stone, refined joinery, and clean architectural lines that express the studio’s calm, modern sensibility.

  • Refined hallway with sculptural staircase detailing, soft neutral walls, and a textured vessel arrangement designed by the studio.

    A calm entrance space featuring crafted staircase detailing, layered natural textures, and a considered styling moment that reflects the studio’s understated, welcoming aesthetic.

  • Atmospheric powder room with dark textured walls, sculptural brass fittings, and expressive marble basin detailing designed by the studio.

    A moody, refined powder room showcasing bold marble, warm brass, and rich textural contrasts that embody the studio’s elevated, sculptural approach to small spaces.