![Brosh Architects were approached by their client to renovate the top 2 floors of a late Georgian, 5-storey house in Notting Hill, London. #ModernRenovation #RenovationIdeas #ModernInterior](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/modern-renovation-interior-design-110819-1052-01-800x602.jpg)
Photography by Rory Gardiner
Brosh Architects were approached by their client to renovate the top two floors of a late Georgian, 5-storey house in Notting Hill, London.
![Brosh Architects were approached by their client to renovate the top 2 floors of a late Georgian, 5-storey house in Notting Hill, London. #ModernRenovation #RenovationIdeas #ModernInterior](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/architecture-building-london-110819-1103-02-800x1067.jpg)
Photography by Rory Gardiner
Their clients wanted to update the property before putting it on the market, and therefore, the designers went with a bright and modern look that would appeal to a wide audience of potential buyers.
![Flooring Ideas - Throughout this renovated house, herringbone oak timber flooring was specified as it would’ve been the original flooring. The designers distressed/damaged the floor and used ‘old English’ stain to give a 200 years old look. #FlooringIdeas #WoodFlooring #DarkFlooring](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/modern-renovation-interior-design-110819-1052-03-800x1210.jpg)
Photography by Rory Gardiner
Throughout the house, herringbone oak timber flooring was specified as it would’ve been the original flooring. The designers distressed/damaged the floor and used ‘old English’ stain to give a 200 years old look.
The flooring also contrasts the bright walls and the glossy white minimalist cabinets in the kitchen.
![Flooring Ideas - Throughout this renovated house, herringbone oak timber flooring was specified as it would’ve been the original flooring. The designers distressed/damaged the floor and used ‘old English’ stain to give a 200 years old look. The flooring also contrasts the bright walls and the glossy white minimalist cabinets in the kitchen.#FlooringIdeas #WoodFlooring #DarkFlooring #WhiteKitchen](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/modern-renovation-interior-design-white-wood-kitchen-110819-1052-04-800x1677.jpg)
Photography by Rory Gardiner
On the same floor of the home as the kitchen, is the dining and living room.
The dining area has a full-length wall bench for maximum flexibility of use, and is also designed as a hidden storage unit.
![Renovation Ideas - The dining area has a full-length wall bench for maximum flexibility of use, and is also designed as a hidden storage unit. #DiningRoomIdeas #RenovationIdeas #ModernDiningRoom #Bench](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/modern-renovation-interior-design-white-wood-dining-room-110819-1052-05-800x1210.jpg)
Photography by Rory Gardiner
Light colored Farrow and Ball paint was used throughout the home as it has a traditional tint yet still gives a modern look.
![Light colored Farrow and Ball paint was used throughout the home as it has a traditional tint yet still gives a modern look. #Windows #LightColoredPaint #LightWalls](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/contemporary-window-design-110819-1053-06-800x1210.jpg)
Photography by Rory Gardiner
In the living area, a modern media space is housed within a bespoke joinery unit that’s also used for storage and as a lighting feature.
![In this living area, a modern media space is housed within a bespoke joinery unit that's also used for storage and as a lighting feature. #LivingRoomIdeas #LivingRoom #Shelving](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/modern-living-room-with-custom-shelving-110819-1052--800x989.jpg)
Photography by Rory Gardiner
In the powder room, nature has been brought inside with the use of wallpaper with trees.
![Bathroom Ideas - In this modern powder room, nature has been brought inside with the use of wallpaper with trees. #Bathroom #PowderRoomIdeas #Wallpaper](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/modern-powder-room-110819-1053-08-800x1066.jpg)
Photography by Rory Gardiner
The original carpeted stairs were refinished, and the stair treads transformed with wood. Under the stairs, the pull-out cupboards have been extended, providing more storage.
![Stair Ideas - The original carpeted stairs were refinished, and the stair treads transformed with wood. Under the stairs, the pull-out cupboards have been extended, providing more storage. #Stairs #StairsWithStorage #StairDesign #StairIdeas](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/renovated-staircase-modern-with-storage-110819-1054-09-800x1068.jpg)
Photography by Rory Gardiner
The stairs lead up to the master bedroom and a home office. Hidden lighting helps to create a soft glow on the ceiling.
![White and wood stairs lead up to the master bedroom and a home office. Hidden lighting helps to create a soft glow on the ceiling. #Stairs #Lighting #WoodFlooring](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/white-walls-wood-floor-10819-1103-10-800x529.jpg)
Photography by Rory Gardiner
In the master bedroom, doors open to the private balcony, while custom designed shelving and closets fit into the wall perfectly.
![Bedroom Ideas - In this updated master bedroom, doors open to the private balcony, while custom designed shelving and closets fit into the wall perfectly. #MasterBedroom #BedroomDesign #BedroomIdeas](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/master-bedroom-custom-built-in-closet-110819-1104-11-800x1061.jpg)
Photography by Rory Gardiner
In the main bathroom, a rainwater shower head has been installed above the bath, while a glass shower screen provides a barrier from the rest of the bathroom.
![Bathroom Ideas - In this main bathroom, a rainwater shower head has been installed above the bath, while a glass shower screen provides a barrier from the rest of the bathroom. #BathroomIdeas #ModernBathroom](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/modern-bathroom-design-110819-1104-12-800x1067.jpg)
Photography by Rory Gardiner | Architect: Brosh Architects | Kitchen Design: Suchdesigns | Timber Flooring: Natural Wood Design
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