Loft-style London Living

Located within a modern riverside development on Wapping High Street, this apartment enjoys expansive glazing, strong architectural lines and uninterrupted views across the Thames. While the building itself was built in the 1990s, the interior felt dated when the client purchased it, prompting a full redesign to better reflect his lifestyle and taste.

The brief was to modernise the flat and create a refined, contemporary interior that reflected the client’s personality. The client is a lawyer who lives alone, so the space needed to feel confident, calm, and tailored rather than overly decorative.

The inspiration was loft-style London living - clean, open, and architectural, but still warm and inviting. A key objective was to introduce materials that felt timeless and elevated, while also ensuring the apartment functioned well as a private home rather than a show space. 

A mid tone from the Brunette colour group

HW3003-16 Arena Herringbone  was specified throughout the entire apartment, including the hallway, open-plan living and dining area, and both bedrooms. This continuity was intentional, helping the apartment feel cohesive and spacious. 

The client was immediately drawn to Arena for its balanced mid-tone colour, sitting comfortably between light and dark. It introduces warmth, texture and a sense of permanence that softens the modern architecture while maintaining a crisp, intentional aesthetic whilst the herringbone pattern adds visual interest without feeling decorative.