Norwegian design lessons: Hygge and mid-century rarities on Bonchurch Road
Tastemaker Magnus Thorud reveals the story behind his short stay home.
As you enter, a hallway leads to an open-plan living area, where materials and textures subtly carve zones; preparing small plates on sleek Carrara marble counters in the kitchen, sharing them at the dining table backdropped by one-of-a-kind tapestries, followed by digestifs on the sofas tucked behind a wood-panelled divider. Come golden hour, watch as the glow of the sunset floods in through full-length doors.
Note the attention to detail in this apartment. The way Nordic design is grounded by vintage accessories. How polished surfaces contrast bold tones.
The bedroom shows that you needn’t sacrifice character for a sense of tranquillity. Yes, the palette is pared-back but vibrant wall art amps up the mood. The bathroom is thoroughly modern, echoing the Carrara marble counters in the kitchen. It’s fitted with a dual vanity and a shower bath.
In the warmer months, open up the full-length doors in the reception room to let the breeze brush across the designer décor, or sip a glass of Merlot on the west-facing balcony.
Both a stepping-stone to and a breather from Portobello Road, Bonchurch Road is around the corner from its vintage stalls and dynamic energy.
Stop by Layla’s Bakery on your doorstep for a coffee and buttery pastry in the morning. Stretch your legs and stroll along the Grand Union Canal or down to Westbourne Grove and browse its independent boutiques. Stop by Granger & Co or Ottolenghi for lunch. Feeling thirsty? Try the legendary pub The Cow and be back home in 15.
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Finesse your stayTastemaker Magnus Thorud reveals the story behind his short stay home.
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