Interiors

2 Whistler Square Residential project

March 28, 2023

HISTORICAL ELEGANCE MEETS CONTEMPORARY LUXURY AT THIS MAGNIFICENT TOWNHOUSE IN CENTRAL LONDON BY ALBION NORD, DELIVERING A TIMELESS AESTHETIC WITHOUT SACRIFICING AN OUNCE OF MODERNITY.

Standing proudly in the affluent district of Belgravia in Central London is Whistler Square, one of the thirteen 21st Century Georgian townhouses set within 5 acres of garden in the prestigious Chelsea Barracks development. Reinventing the expectations of a modern English family home, an imaginative approach with homage paid to the bygone pre-Regency era was taken by Albion Nord, the London-based interior design studio. Inspiration was also drawn from the nearby Chelsea Flower Show at the Royal Hospital Chelsea. The architectural principles of the period were also adapted to the present by leading architecture firm PDP London.

The Albion Nord team curated the residence with a clear focus on balancing the traditional Georgian layout and proportions with contemporary designs and luxurious finishings. Hand-picked, reupholstered furnishings and opulent décor with classic but sleek aesthetics were incorporated to compliment the traditional beauty of the home. Regarding the overall colour palette, witness light but restrained neutrals such as the porcelain creams and pearl whites often associated with the higher echelons of Georgian era society, along with subtle tones of deep rusts, earthy browns, mossy greens and autumnal oranges to match the seasonally altering open garden spaces at the Barracks. Traditional British Heritage colours by Edward Bulmer were used to ensure historical accuracy in paint selections.

Each townhouse, possessing 3.4-metre-high ceilings and stretching across 14,956 square feet, has been expanded to span between 8 to 10 metres in width. This reflects the progression of the abode’s use since its inception, from an occasional visitation space to a permanent main residence. Spanning across six floors, this resplendent residence includes 7 bedrooms, 7 ensuite bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, a study room along with passenger and service lifts. Expansive entertainment spaces, home working facilities and a leisure complex have been included to align with the needs of the modern realm. Six-panelled doors often separate the rooms while herringbone and marble flooring run throughout the property.

Positioned at the first lower ground floor with the staff quarters, the open space kitchen and family dining area radiates mirth with natural lighting from the floor-to-ceiling windows and pendant light fixtures, while exuding elegance with the white marble island table. The windows lead outside to an immaculately landscaped garden before arriving at Mews House, the crowning jewel of the property. Also accessible from the super-prime property’s spa, this two-storey private residential annexe comes with a reception, entrance lobby,
living room, bedroom, kitchen area and bathroom. With pottery decor all around, the greyscale colour scheme with notes of sage green creates a down-to-earth aura amidst the luxury.

Apart from the wine cellar and cinema, the second lower ground floor boasts of an über-luxurious, in-house spa that comprises a 12-metre indoor pool, sauna, steam room, treatment room, gym and changing room; these facilities afford the utmost privacy and exclusivity. A pathway to the private garage can also be entered from this floor while the Garrison Club amenities can be reached via the underground floor. An entrance vestibule, entrance hall, study, family living room and cloakroom cover the ground floor while the second and third floors are assigned to the formal reception, dining spaces and bedrooms. Tapestries and portraits, wingback armchairs and crystal chandeliers are some of the furnishings found in these common areas, often featuring marble fireplaces.

Muted hues continue into the bedrooms but with colourful accent pieces to add vivacity, as seen with the marmalade-themed master bedroom that comes with a four-poster bed. Offering total privacy, the master suite lobby paves the way to this principal bedroom, complete with a bathroom and dressing room.

Recognising the significance of outdoor space in Central London, the landscaped greenery on the roof terrace is a welcome breath of fresh air. Encircled by a green roofing system on each side, the rooftop grants magnificent views of the surrounding area. Along with the one below, these luscious gardens are courtesy of Randle Siddeley, a leading landscape architecture, construction and maintenance company.

Amalgamating the past and the present with respect to each other is no easy feat, but the supremely luxe Whistler Square attests to the success of elevating this concoction to the next level with considerate designs and exquisite details.

For more information please visit www.albion-nord.com