Nestled within a concierge-managed Art Deco Cranmer Court in the heart of Chelsea, this apartment offered an exciting opportunity to restore character, coherence, and elegance to a prime London residence. The property, comprising two adjoining reception rooms, a spacious kitchen, principal and secondary bedrooms, a family bathroom, and guest WC, was reimagined to serve as an inviting and graceful home-from-home for a family of four.
Although Cranmer Court is celebrated for its distinctive “soft” Art Deco architecture, the apartment itself had few distinctive features. Decades of alterations by successive owners had left a patchwork of mismatched design ideas and ad-hoc construction. Our first goal was to strip back unnecessary layers, re-establish balance, and create a unified design language that restored both harmony and purpose to the space.
A central aspect of the brief was accessibility, as one of our clients’ sons required additional mobility support, inspiring us to design a handrail that would blend seamlessly into the scheme rather than appear clinical and overtly obvious. Collaborating closely with our suppliers and craftsmen, we developed a bespoke solution that is both subtle and structurally robust—an elegant detail that enhances comfort while preserving the aesthetic integrity of the interiors. This thoughtful design element proved deeply rewarding, underscoring the importance of inclusive design within the home environment.
Throughout the renovation, we worked in partnership with the management body to ensure all aspects adhered to the building’s regulations. Once the superfluous boxing was removed, we reintroduced architectural detailing where appropriate, establishing good proportions. Subtle Art Deco influences were reinterpreted to lend the apartment a renewed identity, celebrating its heritage while connecting it back to place.
Light, texture, and composition were key to achieving the final look and feel. Framed window treatments draw attention to sweeping views of the London skyline, while a serene, layered palette establishes a sense of calm amidst the vibrancy of King’s Road. The result is a refined retreat that embodies modern elegance, functionality, and thoughtful living—an apartment that truly feels at home within Chelsea’s architectural legacy.
Location: Chelsea, Cranmner Court, London
Scope: Full Interior Architecture Design Program & Renovation Roll-out and Oversight
Duration: 12 Months
"Lindi Reynolds & Co came highly recommended to us for our Chelsea pied-à-terre renovation, and with our project now complete, we would heartily do the same. We engaged Lindi and her team from beginning to end, as our point of contact to manage all aspects of the project. Highly professional, creative and a pleasure to work with at all junctures. What was particularly impressive was the way that Lindi intuitively worked with our personal circumstance to deliver design solutions that we hadn’t dared to consider. The team delivered a handrail to the flat that is a thing of beauty. Most disability design solutions, work to hi-light the affliction they are dealing with, but in our flat the hand rail does not call our sons differences out. This is a great gift. With Lindi Reynolds & Co the journey to the end result was a joyful one. The team went above and beyond to deliver an end product that addresses our brief and so much more. This project was a most pleasurable journey. Most importantly, perhaps, our flat is worth infinitely more to us on all levels now than it was at the beginning of the process."Mr and Mrs D CRANMNER COURT, CHELSEA, LONDON
