Local architecture firm Polysmith has worked on a new redesign of the Arch House located in London. The team has created a touch of Mediterranean warmth by adding a series of structural arches to the space along with a mottled lime plaster finish. The firm wanted to reimagine the three-bedroom home with inspiration from the client's childhood home in Gibraltar.
The director of Polysmiths, Charles Wu shares the design notion and what the clients were searching for, "The client hoped to translate a Mediterranean atmosphere into the new home in London, without being kitsch or derivative, and a lush garden. We eventually settled on using structural arches that support the existing rear wall, and connect with the extension, and the garden beyond."
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Why This Trend Is Growing
- Mediterranean-inspired Interiors
- The integration of Mediterranean aesthetics in urban homes can enhance the appeal of cozy and inviting living spaces.
- Structural Design Aesthetics
- Using structural elements like arches as both functional and decorative features transforms a home's character.
- Custom Lime Plaster Finishes
- Applying mottled lime plaster brings a unique texture and traditional technique into contemporary home design.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Residential Architecture
- Incorporating diverse cultural design elements can considerably elevate residential projects' market value.
- Interior Design
- Specialized plaster finishes present opportunities for interior designers to offer distinctive and aesthetic wall treatments.
- Home Renovation
- The trend of redesigning homes with culturally inspired elements fosters innovative renovation approaches.
