House of Walpole – The Home of British Luxury Craftsmanship brings together Britain’s best luxury brands within one ultra-luxurious space.
It is a collaboration between Northacre Properties and Walpole to showcase and highlight British luxury within a bespoke one-off residence designed entirely by Walpole member Oliver Burns Studio.
Steeped in history, No.1 Palace Street, The St. Regis Residences, is one of London’s most coveted addresses adjacent to His Majesty’s official London residence, boasting unique views of the Palace and its private gardens. Taking inspiration from the gardens, Oliver Burns has created a unique design concept for House of Walpole entitled ‘A Celebration of the Palace Gardens’ and the apartment features a curated mix of bespoke pieces from the best British luxury brands.
Helen Amy Murray, Aiveen Daly, Cole & Son, Savoir Beds and Maddox Gallery are among the hero luxury craft or art-led brands that have contributed to the House of Walpole. Asprey, Bentley Motors, Axminster Carpets and luxury e-commerce destination Bazaar, also feature within the 4,000 sq ft duplex 3-bedroom residence overlooking Buckingham Palace Gardens. The gardens have been brought to life with incredible attention to detail, including four Rachel Vosper bespoke scents which emulate each season.
"Steeped in history and intrigue, the palace gardens provide the most unique backdrop for House of Walpole"
Northacre Properties: Amy Wardell, Head of Brand, Northacre Properties:
The history and architecture of No 1 Palace Street, The St. Regis Residences contribute to the luxurious sense of place with many of the historical and listed features, such as the fireplaces and original cornicing having been lovingly restored. The striking 3.6m floor-to-ceiling heights result in an elegant entertainment space with the vista of Buckingham Palace gardens as a dramatic backdrop. Luxury architectural interior design studio, Oliver Burns, has paid homage to the striking architectural features throughout whilst masterfully bringing the outside in through the story of the Palace Gardens to create a unique turnkey home. It has been wonderful to see each piece of the design come to life and witness the incredible dexterity and talent of so many skilful British makers.
Sharon Lillywhite, Founder, Oliver Burns Studio:
Our concept for House of Walpole seeks to celebrate the enduring love affair between the very best of British luxury and the English garden. Steeped in history and intrigue, the palace gardens provide the most unique backdrop for House of Walpole and have long been a focus for national and royal celebrations. Our design vision is to re-tell the stories from this treasured sanctuary in a modern way, a love letter to the garden’s enduring beauty, transformation and resilience.
The aesthetic for our concept is ‘Majestic Modern’ – a contemporary response that honours the heritage of this enchanting garden in all its splendour, giving the internal space as much gravitas as the external architecture. The design looks to nature’s palette to inform the colour scheme. Alongside neutral base notes, muted tones of grey and blue that reflect the ever-changing surface of the lake and sky meld with warmer earthy tones and soft shades of green, reflecting the seasons and inviting nature indoors.
The palace gardens provide an endless source of inspiration, with flora and fauna abound. From floral and winged motifs to organic lines, the narrative is weaved through the design using the subtle geometry, abstract pattern and repetition found in nature.Our multi-sensory approach blends traditional details with cutting-edge design, with a contemporary take on traditional materials such as antiqued glass, metal and stone.
We have taken a thoughtful, multi-sensory approach to the brief that mixes both timeless British institutions and the new guard in a thoroughly modern way. This design goes beyond the aesthetic to reflect ‘Thoughtful Luxury’ in practice, all underpinned by The Northacre Properties Way.
Helen Brocklebank, Chief Executive, Walpole:
House of Walpole showcases contemporary British luxury on a scale rarely seen. Capitalising on the desirability of UK luxury goods to both international and domestic customers, it is a beautifully curated, immersive, and celebratory presentation of the skill and wealth of design talent this country has to offer. With its proximity to Buckingham Palace, House of Walpole at No. 1 Palace Street takes the very best of British luxury craftmanship, including brand collaborations and bespoke pieces to evoke a harmonious yet unique sense of place that will appeal to any future owner.
As the sector body for British luxury, we were delighted to be able to convene the brands shown in the apartment and it’s been a pleasure to partner with Walpole members, Northacre Properties and Oliver Burns to bring this captivating project to fruition.
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Press Contacts
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About Northacre Properties
Northacre Properties was founded over 30 years’ ago and with the single-minded vision to preserve and celebrate some of London’s most treasured addresses. Through an intrinsic understanding of luxury, where passionate attention to detail, knowledge and sensitivity is combined with an appreciation for craftsmanship, heritage and innovation; Northacre Properties leads the way in creating exceptional living experiences in the most sought-after locations in London. Northacre Properties celebrates its successful 30-year history in preparation for the next 30, creating beautiful spaces that will be cherished by generations to come.
About No. 1 Palace Street, The St. Regis Residences
No. 1 Palace Street, The St. Regis Residences is where world-class facilities and impeccable service are encapsulated in an impressive 300,000 sq ft. island site overlooking Buckingham Palace. This extraordinary heritage revival is unique in London for its seamless integration of five architectural styles – Italian Renaissance, Beaux-Arts, French Renaissance, Queen Anne, and 21st-century Contemporary. The latter, a new modern component that forms the main Palace Street entrance, is a bespoke collaboration between Northacre Properties and celebrated architects, Squire + Partners. Behind the five distinct façades, 72 generously proportioned private residences are equipped with state-of- the-art luxuries and carefully curated interiors.
No.1 Palace Street, The St. Regis Residences is the epitome of luxury modern living.
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About Walpole
Walpole is the UK’s only business association for luxury brands, it speaks on behalf of more than 250 of Britain’s finest brands across a wide range of sectors, which collectively are worth £48 billion to the UK economy and contribute 2.4% of the UK’s GDP. A not-for-profit organisation, Walpole members include Alexander McQueen, Burberry, Claridge’s, Farfetch, Glenfiddich, Harrods, McLaren, Rolls Royce and Wedgwood and is recognised in both Westminster and Brussels.
With a mission to protect, promote and develop the business of luxury in the UK, Walpole brings its members together to collaborate and connect both digitally and in-person. Key events include the annual British Luxury Summit and the Walpole British Luxury Awards. It also provides a collective voice for luxury on key topics, commissions industry-leading research and works with government on issues affecting the sector.
Walpole runs the flagship ‘Brands of Tomorrow’ programme to develop new British luxury brands – alumni include Orlebar Brown, Nyetimber, Bremont and Emilia Wickstead, and works with the London Business School MBA programme to help develop the talent of the future with ‘Luxury Leaders of Tomorrow’. Walpole also spearheads the British Luxury Sustainability Manifesto, with the vision of making British luxury the global benchmark for luxury sustainability.
About Oliver Burns Studio
Oliver Burns is a luxury architectural interior design studio that thoughtfully designs the world’s finest homes. Working across an exclusive portfolio of international turnkey projects, the team has a world-class reputation for bespoke commissions, super-prime developments and elegant spaces that are synonymous with a luxury lifestyle. Their exceptional credentials together with the highest levels of personal service, enable them to act as trusted advisors to some of the world’s most affluent families, super-prime developers and luxury brands.
Sharon Lillywhite has worked on UK and International projects that have a combined value of over £1 billion and is one of Walpole’s 50 most influential people in luxury – ‘The Walpole Power 50’ 2022
Legal disclaimer: No. 1 Palace Street, The St. Regis Residences are not owned, developed or sold by Marriott International, Inc. or its affiliates (“Marriott”). Palace Revive Development LTD uses the St. Regis marks under a license from Marriott, which has not confirmed the accuracy of any of the statements or representations made herein.
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