Working with the architecture

The bones of the house had already been beautifully articulated by the client. Key features — including a striking arabescato marble fireplace, finely crafted bronze hardware, and a muted, chalky colour palette — set the tone. These elements weren’t just details; they were the foundation for the entire design direction. Rather than imposing a separate aesthetic, we took cues from the materials and finishes already in place, allowing our furnishings to complement and extend the architectural language.

A thoughtful mix: Modern, antique, and artful

Our response was a calm, intelligent layering of pieces that allowed the space to breathe. We brought in a considered blend of modern and antique furnishings — soft-edged sofas in natural linens, paired with aged wood coffee tables and vintage chest of drawers. This tension between eras gave the rooms a sense of lived-in elegance without feeling staged.

Art played a central role in grounding the scheme. We sourced original oil paintings and lithographs — each one selected for its texture, palette, or quiet drama. Rather than using art as decoration, we used it as punctuation, helping define the rhythm and emotion of each room.

Natural textures — wools, jute, honed stone — were layered to reinforce the house’s tactile, handcrafted feel. Accessories were kept minimal and meaningful: vintage ceramics, sculptural vessels, and woven baskets placed with care and intent.

The result

The final scheme is quietly luxurious, deeply textural, and perfectly in sync with the home’s architecture and the client’s vision. It doesn’t shout; it settles in — timeless, characterful, and full of grace.

At Gloucester Walk, Decoroom demonstrated the power of restraint and the value of dialogue — between architecture and furnishing, modernity and history, beauty and function.

Looking to bring a refined, curated finish to your next project? Contact Decoroom to discover how we translate vision into timeless, market-ready interiors.