Inside a Thoughtfully Redesigned Two-Bedroom Victorian Apartment in South Kensington

This two-bedroom apartment in South Kensington, London, is set within a townhouse dating back to the late 19th century, while the interiors offer a beautiful blend of period architecture and modern design.

While the exterior is typically Victorian, the interiors have been fully redesigned by Binom Architects with interiors by César Pazos Sotomayor.

The design focuses on strong materials, clean detailing, and practical living, while also incorporating bold color choices, plants, and art for a lively, personal atmosphere.

The apartment features a beautiful living room with reclaimed parquet flooring, laid in a classic chevron pattern, paired with pale blue walls and subtle cornicing.

The restored marble fireplace anchors the living space and creates the focal point of the seating area. The other part of the room is used as a dining area, seating four.

The room isn’t too big, and by adding slim dining chairs, this area doesn’t feel too bulky for the space.

The large sash windows bring in plenty of natural light, enhanced by the full-height mirrors on either side of the fireplace.

Paneled bi-folding doors separate the living room from the kitchen.

The kitchen is more modern in design with pale gray cabinetry topped with a thick Italian granite countertop.

This room also features a beautiful sash window and the green hue on the wall adds a vibrant touch to the space.

A narrow space in between the cabinets is used for a clever wine rack.

The smallest bedroom is located off the living room. This exquisite room is painted in a deep blue shade paired with built-in industrial-style bookcases and a painted fireplace. The television in this room is hidden by a mirror.

The hall features French wood paneling, adding a nice textural element to the space.

Though a long hall, you enter the master suite on the other side of the apartment. This area has a more enclosed and layered feel with suede wall finishes, silk curtains, and a soft carpet underfoot.

The cozy bedroom also features glazed doors opening to a private roof terrace, offering an outdoor space with open views across the surrounding rooftops.

The bedroom’s walk-in wardrobe features high-gloss African walnut wardrobes.

In the bathroom, materials take center stage. The floor and walls are finished in Pakistani onyx and Spanish white marble. A skylight draws natural light into the space.

The apartment is listed for rent at Domus Nova.