The world’s first Raffles-branded residences

An apartment of timeless opulence inside the Grade II* listed The OWO Residences

London’s former Old War Office – where Churchill commanded the British Armed Forces and Ian Fleming dreamt up James Bond – has been transformed into the world’s first Raffles-branded residences.

After being closed off to the public for over a century, this neo-baroque, Grade II* listed gem has opened its doors to reveal 85 unique apartments, 30,000 square feet of residents-only amenities, an opulent Five Star Raffles Hotel, and eleven bars and restaurants.

With history in the making, we knew we had to create a scheme befitting The OWO Residences’ impressive cultural pedigree and top Whitehall location. So, we set to work adorning one of its beautiful three-bedroom apartments with handcrafted Savoir Beds, hand-painted ceramic lamps, richly embroidered curtains, brushed-bronze lights, and an array of serious collector’s pieces.

In good company

Handpicked elements of multiculturalism and old-school craft come together like long-distance friends and family – from the hand-knotted rug of Arabesque ornamentation to the specially commissioned oil by Columbian-born Renaissance-lover, Dairo Vargas. Even the slubbed jacquard weave on the cocktail chairs by the window echoes 17^th century needlepoint embroidery, a period in which The Baroque Style flourished.

Beauty sleep

For those who dream of a fairy tale romance, look no further than the principal bedroom. A large four-poster bed with tapering bobbin posts and a sumptuous Savoir mattress promises to lull even the most sensitive of princesses into a deep slumber.

Welcome guests

In the other bedrooms, fluted mahogany chests, vellum drawers, handmade cushions, and iconic Savoir Beds celebrate British heritage and time-honoured craftsmanship.