Located in the iconic Battersea Power Station, this chic apartment showcases a thoughtful, calm and timeless plan that nods to the building’s industrial heritage, designed by an interior designer. Alice Lee.
included Open plan living and kitchen Space plus two bedrooms and two bathrooms, this charming contemporary apartment is proof that you can make a small space seriously impressive. We’re talking brick backdrops, bold pops of color, and the best part: cristal-style doors for extra light to flow into every room.
Arguably, the most important area of this apartment for this working couple was the open plan room, which offers comfort without compromising style and modernity. A really comfortable yet practical apartment that we will be moving into tomorrow.
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walls in Leather II, Paint and Paper Library.
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‘Homeowners were returning customers.’ Alice explains how she got involved in the project. ‘We had previously worked together on their country cottage project, and this brought ease and a shared understanding to the design process. The project was for their London pied a terre, built by a developer.’
‘The brief was to create a contemporary, layered home that felt really comfortable and practical for a busy working couple and their dog,’ she explains. ‘While the Battersea Power Station development has a distinctive, urban character, we wanted to honor that strong architectural identity while introducing warmth, texture and softness, creating a space that feels inviting, light and easily livable.’
walls in Stoke Mid, Little Green.
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‘The priority was to create a light-filled, contemporary home that still felt warm, comfortable and lived-in – avoiding anything too stark or stark,’ says Ellis. ‘The open plan living space was definitely the most important room.’
‘One of the main challenges was to define different zones within the open-plan living space, giving each area its own identity without disrupting the overall flow,’ she adds.
‘The homeowners’ style is comfortably modern, mixing antiques with contemporary pieces and featuring calm color palettes with accent colors and patterns.’
Master bedroom
walls in Stoke Mid, Little Green. bed and bedside table, Soho Home.
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‘The scheme was heavily inspired by the location of the building and the striking architecture of the old power station,’ Ellis explains of the design.
‘The main room was deliberately kept neutral, with subtle patterns introduced by the cushions and a palette of earthy tones to add depth without dominating the space. Strong color comes through in the artwork.
Layering of different types of textures and Furniture For me finishes are key to bringing depth and warmth to a space. In this project, by thoughtfully mixing old and new pieces, we were able to create a scheme that feels cohesive and characterful rather than overly cohesive. This approach added richness and interest, while helping the interior feel comfortable, lively and timeless.’
Alice worked with Kate Ennis from art and design consultancy Mylo, who created an inventory of stunning artwork to complement the schemes and inject personality.
the bathroom
walls in Leather II, Paint and Paper Library
(Image credit: Future plc / Mary Wadsworth)
A contemporary bathtub and soft color palette create a spa-like feel in the light-filled space. Bold artwork brings personality to the wall.
dining room
(Image credit: Future plc / Mary Wadsworth)
The rounded silhouettes of the generous pedestal dining table and mid-century-style chairs contrast the blocky form of the sideboard. Colorful artwork is eye-catching, while chevron wood flooring supports the plan.
Guest bedroom
walls in Willow II, Paint and Paper Library
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A melange of soft and bold greens, teased from landscape artwork, creates a soothing aesthetic.
kitchen
bar stools, Vincent Shepard. chairs, Soho Home (in COM Velvet). central coffee table, Galvin Brothers. glass antique side table, Rue Vintage 74Madrid. sofa, Minotti.
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The property’s industrial roots are played up with the kitchen’s metro tiles, streamlined cabinetry and metal-framed screens. Velvet chairs bring a pop of rich color, as well as elegant texture. A generous sofa provides stylish and inviting seating.
seating area
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The earthy hues of the cushion fabric nod to the warm tones of the brick wall. Sofa, Minotti.
A generous sofa provides stylish and inviting seating. Ellis has introduced earthy colored cushion fabrics that nod to the warm tones of the brick background.
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This article originally appeared on 25 Beautiful Homes.
