Hyde Park Mansions – Luxury Apartment Interior Design, North West London
See how AKIVA transformed a Hyde Park mansion-block apartment into a calm, contemporary retreat in North-West London
History of the building
Built in 1885, Hyde Park Mansions introduced a new kind of city living to Marylebone: porter-serviced, red-brick apartments that gave upwardly mobile Victorians townhouse stature without the upkeep. Deep bands of white stone cut through the terracotta façade, framing bay windows, copper-capped turrets and cleverly placed light-wells that still flood every flat with daylight. Nearly 140 years later, the five-storey block remains a benchmark of solid engineering and understated grandeur in central London.
The Details
Who: A business professional
What: Transform a newly purchased Hyde Park Mansions property into a stylish yet inviting home, blending contemporary elegance with personal warmth.
The Design Brief
To transform this newly purchased space into a welcoming and distinctly personal home, reflecting our clients taste, lifestyle, and personality. They sought an elegant, comfortable atmosphere that seamlessly combined contemporary design with classic detailing. It was essential to create a harmonious environment that would feel luxurious yet intimate, sophisticated yet warmly inviting.
Our Interior Design approach
For this project we deployed our Premium Makeover package, complete with full 3-D renders for every key room and a block of consultancy hours dedicated solely to re-energising the hallway. The immersive visuals allowed the client to sign off finishes and layouts from overseas with total confidence before a single purchase was made.
Design-wise we layered tailor-made furnishings, tactile fabrics and a palette of soft neutrals to create a calm backbone for daily living. Curated artwork and statement accessories inject personality, while an eye-catching black fireplace and sculptural furniture pieces deliver moments of drama. By maximising natural light and refining the apartment’s circulation, we ensured each space feels effortlessly connected—stylish yet welcoming, timeless yet contemporary, and unmistakably her own the instant she walks through the door.
Frequently Asked Questions – Hyde Park Mansions Project
How did AKIVA manage procurement for the Hyde Park Mansions project?
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Because the homeowner travels frequently for work, they relied on AKIVA to manage the entire purchasing and delivery process on their behalf. Through our Procurement & Sourcing Service, we handled every stage of the procurement journey — from supplier coordination and trade pricing to delivery scheduling and defect checks — ensuring the project could progress smoothly without the client needing to be physically present on site.
This fully managed approach allowed the client to benefit from our industry relationships, curated supplier network and experience managing furniture and product logistics across London properties.
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Where were the living room furniture and accessories sourced from?
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Why do clients choose AKIVA’s procurement service?
For the living room, we selected a mix of contemporary furniture and decorative elements to create a comfortable and visually balanced space. The sofa, coffee table, armchair and rug were sourced from West Elm, known for its modern design aesthetic.
To add personality and artistic character to the room, the artwork was supplied by Kayleigh Young Studio. Lighting played an important role in the design, with pendant and wall lamps from Lights & Lamps, complemented by table lamps sourced from one of AKIVA’s exclusive suppliers.
What suppliers were used for the kitchen and dining area?
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The kitchen and dining space combines statement lighting with timeless furniture pieces. The kitchen island pendant was sourced from Liang & Eimil, while the dining pendant was selected from Lights & Lamps to create a cohesive lighting scheme across the open-plan area.
The dining setting features a dining table and dining chairs from Heal’s, providing a refined yet durable solution suited to everyday use and entertaining.
What design elements were used in the hallway?
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In the hallway, the design focused on adding architectural detail and practical storage. The wall panelling was supplied by The Wood Veneer Hub, bringing texture and depth to the entrance space.
Functional elements were kept minimal and elegant, including a coat hook from John Lewis and a bench from West Elm, creating a welcoming yet practical arrival point within the apartment.
AKIVA’s procurement service is designed for homeowners who want a fully managed interior design experience. We oversee supplier sourcing, trade pricing, order placement, delivery coordination and product inspections, ensuring that every item specified in the design arrives correctly and on schedule.
For clients who travel frequently or live outside London, this service provides peace of mind while also unlocking access to trade discounts and trusted suppliers, helping to streamline the entire furnishing and installation process.