PL Studio Applies Moroccan-inspired Palette to London Home

Interior Design Office PL Studio recently revitalized an east London townhouse by drawing inspiration from the vibrant colours and graphics of Jardin Majorelle in Marrakesh.

In this three-story, newly constructed house, reminiscent shades of blue, green, and yellow echo the Moroccan villa once inhabited by artist Jacques Majorelle. The colour palette not only pays homage to Jardin Majorelle but also incorporates additional green tones to evoke the lush garden of the villa. Soft pink hues are introduced to infuse an overall sense of “warmth and joy” into the aesthetic.

PL Studio conceptualized the design for the residence, tailored to suit the preferences of the creative occupants, Tom Lalande and Julian-Pascal Saadi, along with their chihuahua puppy, Sasha-Lee.

Sabrina Panizza and Aude Lerin, founders of PL Studio, aimed to capture the clients’ love for vibrant hues. Expressing their vision, Panizza and Lerin stated, “We wanted to create a home that reflected our clients’ personalities and joyful spirit, a home filled with positive energy.”

Inspired by a recent trip to Marrakesh by Lalande and Saadi, the design finds its roots in the rich cultural elements of the Moroccan city. The entrance reception room showcases cobalt blue walls, colour-blocked rugs, and a Tom Dixon Etch pendant light, creating a visually captivating space.

Geometric wall graphics tie together the uppermost living space, where an L-shaped layout encompasses the kitchen, dining area, and lounge. A triptych of picture-frame-style blocks adds a striking visual element to the dining table area.

Throughout the residence, arch graphics, both real and illusionary, along with stepped blocks, create a dynamic atmosphere. The design elements, including arched wardrobes and mirrors, contribute to the overall aesthetic.

The main bedroom, located on the middle floor, features subtly different shades of green, enhanced by monochrome stripes and pops of pink and blue. The guest bedroom, doubling as a dressing room, boasts a striped ceiling reminiscent of a market stall awning and a pink bathroom framed by black linear details.

Saadi’s ground-floor office, serving as a third bedroom, deviates in style with details inspired by surrealist art. Notable features include a sculptural table shaped like a hand and ceiling wallpaper depicting a cloudy sky.

In reflecting on the kaleidoscopic project, Panizza expresses hope that it will inspire those who perceive London’s new-build homes as lacking character. “We want to show it is absolutely possible to create a home with lots of personality and character. It just takes a bit of courage,” she asserts.

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