The Portia Fox Penthouse

One Casson Square

The height of urban living

New York inspiration; London icon

One Casson Square stands like a jewel in the heart of London, surrounded by the city’s most iconic landmarks and drawing stylistic inspiration from the all encompassing views.

It’s these vistas that have been so instrumental in the design of the 35th floor Penthouse apartment – the building’s showpiece, complete with three bedrooms and 360-degree London panoramas.

Thanks to the expert eye of boutique interior designer, Portia Fox, the Penthouse sets the precedent for luxury living on London’s South Bank. The aesthetic is in keeping with the ‘quiet luxury’ trend reminiscent of many contemporary New York penthouses, but it also has a character entirely of its own.

Here, a playful geometric interior incorporates bespoke artworks, rugs and custom designed furniture. Standout features, such as a striking spiral staircase in the entrance and a sculptural dressing table in the master suite, deliver one-of-a-kind craftsmanship that would be as at home in one of the world’s leading art galleries as it is in this inspiring home.

These rich details are woven together by a tranquil colour palette that reflects the River Thames and the landscape outside whilst bringing sanctuary-style calm to urban living.

The height of urban living

New York inspiration; London icon

“The Penthouse has a unique feel that is part New York high rise sophistication and part a hub of culture and creativity that so defines this stretch of the South Bank." - Portia Fox

Intentional design

Every room in the Penthouse has been designed to elevate daily experiences. Soft curves nurture an easy flow through the space, creating an inherent sense of calm. The views, the way you move from one area to the next, and how the space works have all been carefully considered, providing an inherent sense of harmony, from the hardwood floors to the seamless pocket doors, the statement staircase to the configuration of the furniture towards the views. This is a space where everything has purpose and nothing is superfluous.

Speaking to Portia Fox herself, she says: “We purposely selected a very calm and neutral palette, playing with texture and materiality. Where more intense colours are used, they are deep inky blues, soft greens and terracotta – they work tonally with the external landscape. We have also used a lot of metal – such as the dining table, entry console and mirrors – bringing a brutalist edge to the design. This sits alongside refined textures such as carved timbers, natural stones and sophisticated fabrics including mohair velvets, suede, leather and heavy weight linens. Together it creates a classic, timeless appeal.”

Every item and material selected has been carefully considered, telling a story and adding to the experience of living here. Approximately 80% of the materials and items have been made in the UK, with many tailored specifically for this Penthouse. Exquisite details range from hand carved panels on the master bedroom headboard to Pippy Oak bedside tables in the guest bedroom made using timber from fallen trees in London.

That said, being at the heart of a cosmopolitan city, the Penthouse also reflects an international mindset, with an art collection from around the world including a piece commissioned from Manufacture de Papier in Paris, a painting by Canadian artist Carla Tak and large scale sculptural wall art by American artist Louis Ignacio.

Intentional design

Design & Specification

A convivial space in the heart of the home, the kitchen is a warm and inviting area for conversations over cooking or morning coffee with a view. Cool quartz worktops are flanked by custom designed modular cabinets with integrated Gaggenau appliances, while designer details include upholstered bar stools exclusively designed in-house and crafted by a specialist maker in South West London. At all times, those ever-present views take centre stage thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows.

Featuring polished stone across the walls and floors, underfloor heating and bespoke vanity units, the bathrooms have a spa-like feel to them, epitomised in the master suite. Taking in the views of the city below, the space is complete with an almost meditative backdrop.

Calm and sophisticated, the bedrooms are spacious and filled with natural light. The master bedroom is especially elegant, complete with a beautiful dressing room. Hand carved panels on the headboard are oriented so you wake facing the London Eye, while exquisite details like a handwoven silk abstract composition from the Netherlands ensure this is a room like no other.

Design & Specification

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