MWAI hallway polished plaster minimal doorway

Minimalist Apartment

maida vale, london

A MWAI Turnkey project. The brief called for minimalism, but not austerity. We began with the entrance hall, a finely crafted space that sets the tone for the entire home.

Minimalist Apartment maida vale, london

A full architectural and interior refurbishment for a growing household in Little Venice. London.

As families evolve, so must their homes. MWAI was invited to reimagine a duplex apartment on the upper floors of a Victorian terrace in Little Venice, transforming it into a calm, characterful retreat for a young family.

The brief called for minimalism — but not austerity. We began with the entrance hall, a finely crafted space that sets the tone for the entire home. A linear pattern of soft-textured polished plaster creates a sense of quiet rhythm, echoed in the geometry and material palette throughout.

In the bathroom, chevron-cut marble tiles wrap the floor and rear shower wall, fading from white to grey in a carefully controlled gradient. The sharpness of the geometry is softened by the natural textures, creating a space that feels both precise and serene.

Bespoke joinery by Andrew Morton brings warmth and nuance to the interiors. Patterned timber adds softness to clean-lined cabinetry, with playful detailing in the dressing areas that balances the rigour of the architectural language.

The result is a home that feels tailored, not styled — where every detail is considered, and every space responds to the needs of its occupants. MWAI delivered the project from concept to completion, including architecture, interiors, and project management.
Client: Private Client
Type: Residential Apartment
Year: 2017
Size: 1,600 sqft
Role: Architect, Lead Designer, Interior Designer, Project Manager
Photographer: Alexander James
Contractor: Margreiter / MWAI BUILD
Collaborators: Andrew Morton joinerym, Bird Associates (Structural Engineer)
Heritage: n/a
Cost: £550,0000
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