One of my favorite clients to date, the owner of this ground-floor flat in Highgate, London, is a remarkable woman. Recently widowed in her early 60s, the move was a major downsizing project. She wanted to preserve some of the grandeur and precious memories from her old family home, but keep it fun and playful. Her children and grandchildren often visit, so it had to cater for at least 12. Above all, she did not want an ‘old lady’ kitchen!
Along with the rest of my team at Laura Stephens Interior Design began by pushing out at the side and back to create a bigger footprint. With no other reception rooms, the kitchen had to cover relaxing and dining, which inspired the idea of a cozy kitchen that doesn’t feel like a kitchen at all.
