Oak and Marble in a Spectacular Brutalist Apartment in London

This amazing apartment lies on the 39th floor of one of London’s most iconic Brutalist buildings. The apartment is situated in the Lauderdale Tower, one of three brutalist buildings on The Barbican Estate, and offers spectacular views of the city of London.

The interiors, designed by Bryan O’Sullivan, pay tribute to the estate’s storied origins, featuring a luxurious mix of rich, tactile materials and vintage accents. Expansive sliding glass doors open onto a generous wraparound balcony, offering sweeping views of London’s most iconic landmarks, from Big Ben and the London Eye to Hampstead Heath in the north.

living room large windows

The open-plan living space is defined by huge windows offering beautiful views of the city of London. The walls are finished in a textured Marmorino polished plaster by stuccodore PD Marlow.

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Windows in two directions create a wonderful bright atmosphere in the living room.

eclectic open plan living space
kitchen marble countertop backsplash

The kitchen is designed in a beautiful blend of oak wood and Arni Fantástico marble.

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The bespoke kitchen is built by Longpre joiners, featuring modern oak cabinets with blue-veined marble countertops and backsplash.

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kitchen with pantry

A sliding pocket door hides a pantry and the utility room, designed in the same oak and marble material palette.

flooring detail

The living space features hand-lathed end grain timber flooring inspired by the cobblestones of Paris from the 19th century, while the kitchen space has an Arni Fantástico marble floor. Here, they come together in an organic shape.

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television room glass balcony doors

Glass Crittall-style doors with Max Ingrand handles from the 1950s give access to the television room. The space is clad in burr oak (just like the entrance hall) and features integrated shelving and well-preserved timber-framed doors that open to the balcony.

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bedroom oak bedframe large rug

The master bedroom lies at the end of the floor plan, featuring angled walls with built-in wardrobes fitted into the corner space.

nursery with wallpaper
bathroom

The nursery is decorated with a blue and white wallpaper design by Claire de Quenetien. The family bathroom is clad in Cipollino marble paired with polished nickel fittings by Waterworks.

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The entry hall is paneled in burr oak and with concealed cabinets for coats and shoes. The apartment has a private wraparound balcony that can be accessed via the television room and the master bedroom.

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The apartment is listed for £2,500,000 at The Modern House