Loft living, London-style

Loft-style living inspires large windows, tall ceilings and lots of natural light

101 on Cleveland is influenced by New York loft living. Certainly, the fluted glass, polished stone, textured wood, and windows that stretch from floor to ceiling feel more Fifth Avenue than Fitzrovia. Yet these are the beautiful, industrial style features we had to inspire us.

The great thing about lofts is that they’re a blank canvas for artistic expression. Keep the base palette neutral, and you can add bold patterns, colourful art and strongly contoured furniture to maximum effect.

Ahead of the curve

Arcs, ovals and concentric circles are some of the dominant shapes in the dining area. The elegant brass pendant light hangs over the white marble table like a minimalist rainbow with two diamond-shaped pots of gold at either end.

The colourful wall art includes works by celebrated artists Henrietta Dubrey, Tess Jaray and Stella Maris.

Bring out the fine china

Teak stools with woven-leather backs and seats add a honeyed warmth and softness to the fluted glass and graphite greys of the kitchen.

The handmade pendant lights – with their quilted bone china shades – lend the space a pleasingly kitsch character.

Colour me happy

Burnt orange and green-fringed cushions, tangerine-orange throw, and colour-soaked artwork by UIas & Merve pop against pale grey walls and ivory chenille headboard.