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Modern abstract interior design sketch of a classic living room with artistic brush strokes, featuring contemporary furniture and an avant-garde aesthetic.
Chic and minimalist dining room interior with a long wooden table, mustard upholstered chairs, and a matching bench, complemented by striped rug and sheer curtains, showcasing modern elegance.
Luxurious kitchen bar area with blue marble countertop, taupe bar stools, and elegant pendant lights, set against a backdrop of white cabinetry and marble wall, exuding sophistication and style.
Modern dining space featuring a dark wood table with matching benches, complemented by a striking black and white pendant light, white paneled cabinets with brass hardware, and a contrasting blue marble kitchen island, embodying a blend of contemporary design and classic elegance.
Chic and cosy living room interior with plush cream sofas adorned with decorative cushions, elegant furry stools, a sleek black coffee table, a tall floor lamp, sheer curtains allowing natural light, and a modern golden circular rug dividing the room and adding a luxurious touch to the space.
Spacious living room featuring a large, soft gray sectional sofa with assorted patterned cushions, a cosy matching armchair, a circular black coffee table with books and decor, on a warm golden rug, all illuminated by natural light from sheer-curtained windows.
Chic corner of a room with a stylish patterned chaise lounge adorned with a geometric yellow pillow, a sleek side table, and a modern floor lamp, complemented by soft beige walls and a minimalist art piece.
Modern bedroom interior with a large comfortable bed featuring a white and blue bedding set, flanked by elegant wall-mounted reading lamps and nightstands, with a decorative cactus plant adding a touch of greenery.
Luxurious curved wooden wardrobe in a sophisticated entryway with tile flooring, complemented by elegant brass light fixtures and a framed minimalist artwork, alongside a lush potted palm plant.
Elegant interior design featuring a curved wooden wardrobe with black handles on tiled floor, accented by a modern black trim, minimalist artwork, and a tall potted palm plant enhancing the room's natural warmth and sophistication.
Cosy reading nook with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves filled with an array of books, flanked by two textured armchairs, and a unique hanging pendant light, set on a patterned area rug, creating a warm and inviting space for relaxation and reading.
Modern home office corner with a stylish red storage cabinet displaying glassware, elegant decorative vases, and a unique brass desk lamp, against a backdrop of wooden blinds with a city view, complemented by a contemporary wall clock and textured wall.
Cosy reading nook with built-in wooden bookshelves filled with a selection of books, a modern desk lamp illuminating a workspace, and a comfortable leather chair, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for study or relaxation by the window with blinds.
Elegant historic listed building with symmetrical red brick façade, classic white windows, and a central ornamental entryway, set against a manicured formal garden with topiaries, hedges, and a rectangular fountain, showcasing grandeur and architectural heritage.
Detailed architectural blueprint of a listed building showcasing a complex layout with multiple rooms, furnished areas, and intricate design elements, ideal for restoration planning or historical architecture studies.

Respectful and elegant but forward-thinking new interiors for a magnificent listed building

Location

Gordon House TW1

Local Authority

London Borough of Richmond upon Thames

Plot Type

Listed Building

Project Type

Interiors

Accomplishment

Complete Grade II* listed mansion refurbishment

Services by Urbanist Architecture

Project Architect, Interior Designer, Planning Consultant

Challenge

This majestic 14,000sq ft mansion is the largest private house on the river between Twickenham and Westminster and is regarded as a building of special architectural and historic interest.

Early Victorian Italianate, it’s designed to original Grade II* listed splendour, with a grand staircase within an imposing stone-flagged entrance hall, a clock tower, fountains and ornate, classical gardens. Restoration and renovation of this spectacular example of heritage architecture would require sensitive listed building interior design skills and meticulous execution.

Floor Plan

Detailed architectural blueprint of a listed building showcasing a complex layout with multiple rooms, furnished areas, and intricate design elements, ideal for restoration planning or historical architecture studies.

Solution

Undertaking listed building refurbishment and listed building interior design required navigating through complicated and restrictive rules for both listed building consent, and architectural and interior design concept.

Our strategic approach and sensitive design ensured that original features were preserved. A new double storey extension allowed us to breathe new life into this Grade II* listed building and enhance its beauty as an impressively luxurious private residence.

Chic and cosy living room interior with plush cream sofas adorned with decorative cushions, elegant furry stools, a sleek black coffee table, a tall floor lamp, sheer curtains allowing natural light, and a modern golden circular rug dividing the room and adding a luxurious touch to the space.

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