The Tile House | Palladian Architecture & Interior Design

Award Winning Architecture & Interior Design studio Palladian completed a meticulous refurbishment and extension of an original property in Kensington, London, built in the early 20th century referred to as the Tile House due to its factory origins. During the excavation for the new foundations of the house, the team came across beautifully preserved tiles from the former tile factory which got incorporated in the interior to highlight the house’s former origin.

The decision to weave the original tiles into the new interior fabric serves as a visual bridge connecting the present structure to its historical roots. A lot of the timber that was used throughout the kitchen was also sourced from fallen trees found in local parks

The property embodies the spirit of Arts & Crafts without being a mere imitation by preserving select features which maintain a connection to its original style. The design aimed at maximising the inflow of natural light echoing the movement's appreciation for brightness and nature. Where possible window sizes were altered, and ceiling heights were amplified to suit the proportion of the space.

Key features of the architectural work include the creation of a contemporary split level open-plan living space at the rear of the ground floor of the property, the addition of a new staircase that leads to the newly created extension, as well as the restoration of the entrance foyer which is accentuated by the revival of the original fireplace.

Palladian’s holistic approach to the home’s redesign encapsulates a synergy of functionality and aesthetics. The interiors feature a blend of manmade and natural materials including stone and timber finishes. New fitted bespoke joinery makes use of geometric spaces and is placed in a way that frees up space from other rooms.