Georgian Splendour - Feature Home

Feature home, period interior design, classic Georgian design ideas

This week’s feature home is a breathtakingly proportioned Georgian townhouse with spectacular city views.
The main first floor drawing room features ornate, Adam-esque ceiling details, cornicing and bespoke overmantel mirror.  The focal point of the room is a handsome marble fireplace surrounding an intricately detailed cast iron grate.   Two sets of floor-to-ceiling French windows flood the room with light and afford tranquil views over trees and the city beyond.  A small terrace with ornate balustrade is the perfect spot for the day’s first cappuccino.

A polished original parquet floor is topped by a fine wool rug in delicate Aubusson tones and upholstery, walls and drapes reflect the morning light in warming shades of amber and gold.   Overstuffed horsehair sofas, piles of books and a walnut table containing a collection of silver snuff boxes create a relaxed, clubby feel.

The striking, handmade painted wood kitchen units were designed and built by a local cabinetmaker to a very high spec.  The original chimney breast is home to an Aga and two oversized armoires either side of the breast house a collection of ovens, pull out pantries, pan drawers and spice racks. A central island with a deep iroko chopping board top houses a concealed dishwasher and a double butler’s sink has all the capacity you could need for the largest of dinner parties.


The bright master bedroom is a refreshing blend of cool mint greens and cheerful, berry coloured prints.  Above the bed is an understated coronet with drapes in a fresh Laura Ashley print.  The headboard is padded with a matching print and dainty Victorian inlaid walnut side tables make a great home for books, flowers and other bedside clutter. 

A colourful framed impressionist print  and two traditional swing arm reading lamps complete the classic ensemble.



The spacious master bathroom was converted from a smaller bedroom and features more floor to ceiling French windows and a small Juliet balcony.  A renovated Edwardian roll top bath with telephone taps takes centre stage.  Period bathroom and light fittings,  a Louis-style fireplace and a comfy Lloyd Loom chair contribute to a relaxed, but formally classical feel.  A great place to chill at the end of a stressful day!