Residential | August 2022

What makes the PERFECT PIED-À-TERRE?

Interior by René Dekker Design, Chelsea Pied-à-Terre - Standing Pendants in Bronze glass and Antique Brass finish - Photography Adam Letch

The literal French translation of 'pied-à-terre' is “foot to the ground". It is a concept that is commonly related to the luxury lifestyle, a second home for affluent individuals who frequently travel to a city for business or pleasure, but don’t want to bother with its hotel scene. In the past these spaces were generally smaller and more minimalist than the owner’s primary residence and allowed occupants to avoid the time and expense of repeatedly finding new places to stay in a city. Things have changed post pandemic and these properties are not only a status symbol but also a refuge, an imaginative escape from the reality and routine of day to day life. The interiors are now a true reflection of the owner, a sanctuary of style and elegance with five star appeal.
Pied-à-Terre, Interior design by René Dekker, Lighting by Rothschild & Bickers - Photography Adam Letch

Interior by René Dekker Design, Chelsea Pied-à-Terre - Standing Pendants in Bronze glass and Antique Brass finish - Photography Adam Letch

This contemporary and chic Pied-à-Terre is located on the third floor of a beautiful mansion house in the heart of Chelsea, London. The interior was created by René Dekker Design, a company with over 25 years experience and several international design awards. René Dekker has honed is craft to perfection, with an intuitive understanding of the details which are critical for this level of the market. His work transcends the ordinary and rewards with opulence and glamour.

East meets West with a stunning Bonsai Bas relief of Japanese maple on the feature wall. Every surface material in this bijoux penthouse has been thoughtfully considered from herringbone parquet flooring to polished marble walls. The Standing Pendants by Rothschild & Bickers are a match made in heaven against the glorious gold lacquered ceiling, picking up accent colours around the room. Their long oriental form in antiqued gold with bronze glass lampshades are mirrored throughout from furniture to decorative sculptures. It truly is a home from home, a retreat that must be very difficult to leave behind.

All photography by Adam Letch

Interior by Rene Dekker Design, Chelsea Pied-à-Terre - Standing Pendants in Bronze glass and Antique Brass finish

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