Belgravia Townhouse by Child Studio
Atmospheric townhouse in London’s Belgravia, where the old-world charm meets refined modernism
Dating to the early 19th century, the grand white stuccoed facades and leafy garden squares define the elegant appearance of London’s Belgravia neighbourhood. The townhouse standing on the edge of Eaton Square is a classic example of Georgian architecture, while the interiors of the three-level, 3,200-square-foot residence have been entirely transformed by the London design practice Child Studio. The resulting lofty, nostalgia-infused interiors present a sensitive balance of period architecture and warm modernism.
The property owner, an entrepreneur and art collector, envisioned a quietly sophisticated home with a touch of old-world charm. The designers turned for inspiration to the early 20th-century European modernist villas. ‘There is a timeless, understated elegance to those spaces. The focus is on traditional techniques and natural materials while the overall atmosphere is cosy and serene,’- explained Child Studio’s founders Alexy Kos and Che Huang. The designers enlisted their trusted collaborators in England and Italy to realise the bespoke interiors, working closely with wooden cabinetry artisans and marble carving specialists. The meticulous craftsmanship is evident in custom handmade details appearing throughout the residence, such as the recurring motif of soft undulating curves on the plaster ceiling coves, wooden furniture pieces and the carved marble elements.
