Located in a typical Kensington mansion block, the original layout and decorative style of this top floor apartment reflected its Edwardian origins.

GHK's solution to reinventing this penthouse apartment comprised the complete re-planning and remodelling of the interior to achieve a New York style loft effect. The layout was reconfigured to provide a large open plan living space with the kitchen enclosed by glazed steel screens and doors to meet fire regulations. Plaster and heavy moulded cornicing was stripped from a number of areas to reveal the original structural brickwork.

Services included the provision of underfloor heating throughout and additional bathrooms.

I have worked with Richard and his team on two occasions. Both big refurbishment projects in London. He and his team were always professional and knowledgeable regarding the arcane of planning application and listed buildings conditions. Read more