How Pfeiffer Design created cohesion in a whole-house renovation project

When overseeing work on a maisonette apartment in Fulham with a trusted team of architects, contractors and experts in bespoke joinery, Pfeiffer Design was able to draw together a seamless and light-filled space for their clients that complemented their London lifestyle.

While clearly an apartment with plenty of potential, the original layout of this Fulham maisonette was lacking in both flow and functionality, which instantly gave the team at interior and architectural design studio Pfeiffer Design plenty to work with. They immediately set about reconfiguring the interior to optimise light and functionality, as well as adding a new upper floor.

The kitchen forms a warm and welcoming heart of the home, where craftsmanship and quiet luxury come together to ooze relaxed elegance. Hand-finished frameless wood cabinetry forms the backbone of the design, enhanced with fluted detailing that adds texture and interest. The premium stone on the island waterfall worktop and splashback features dramatic rich veining and forms a statement centrepiece.

Carefully integrated built-in wall storage provides additional space for crockery, along with a breakfast nook, without encroaching on the rest of the room, and glass-fronted cabinetry encourages a feeling of openness. The warm wood cabinetry is complemented by modern oak chevron flooring, allowing the kitchen to seamlessly flow into the open-plan living area.

A bespoke sliding barn door between the living area and the kitchen offers the homeowners the flexibility to connect the spaces for entertaining or close them off for a more intimate setting. A custom-made media unit provides generous storage and the dining area is thoughtfully positioned within the large bay window to make the most of the light.

Throughout, the warm wood tones of the flooring and kitchen are echoed in the media and office areas to ensure visual continuity and softness – while tailored window treatments introduce an additional layer of softness. A compact home office offers a practical yet refined workspace with plenty of bespoke storage and natural light. 

The bedrooms are calm, restorative sanctuaries, united by a shared palette of soft neutrals warmed with subtle undertones of cream and greige.

Generous bespoke wardrobe storage provides plentiful, tailored space for clothing – ensuring elegant, calm and uncluttered living.

Continuing the soft, neutral palette through to the bathrooms lends a sense of cohesion and ensures these spaces are serene and spa-like, while rich, statement detailing adds a layer of quiet indulgence.

Soft whites and layered stone surfaces with dramatic veining form a timeless backdrop, complemented with fluted elements across both wall tiles, a statement sink and a sculptural bath.

The result is a flexible interior that works to support the homeowners' lifestyle, while oozing a sense of laid-back sophistication.