Inspiration: Combining Vintage and Modern

Combining vintage and modern isn’t always easy, especially when the vintage dates all the way back to 1722. See how 18th century floorboards and lime plastering successfully mesh with mid-century design classics in a drool-worthy interior below.

8-12-08 JJLocations 1.jpg The five floors glow with magnificent natural light, perfect – we imagine – for the Huguenot silk weaver who dwelled within. Mostly, however, we’re stunned that the beadboard, cornices and flagstone hold their own so well against such unabashedly modern furnishings.

8-12-08 JJLocations 3.jpg Part of this home’s success might be the muted color palettes and the fact that period details are embraced and even called out, but certainly never overlooked. Without a doubt, this is one East London dwelling that leaves us feeling joyous, not jarred.

8-12-08 JJLocations 4.jpg For more photos of this home and many others, visit JJ Locations.

Thanks to Stephen for the link!

Comments (15)

ooh this is perfect!! I'm moving to London in two weeks and was looking for inspiration for decorating my flat. love it.

posted by Barbara S on August 14th 2008 at 2:55pm
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Oh the moulding. SO JEALOUS of the moulding!

Gorgeous!

posted by kellylc on August 14th 2008 at 3:00pm
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I LOVE seeing such old homes functioning so well today. I'd like to investigate the attic, basement and any other structural details.

posted by ModHomeEcTeacher on August 14th 2008 at 3:01pm
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Amazing.

posted by theserovingeyes on August 14th 2008 at 3:04pm
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This is a classic European look -- a frankly old, historic shell with chic modern furniture. MCM looks even better when there's a contrast with the architecture; in a plain white box, it looks, well, plain.

posted by Lisa Hunter (Montreal) on August 14th 2008 at 4:23pm
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Wow, this looks fantastic! Such nice architectural details, makes me wish my place had such character.

posted by suzy8track on August 14th 2008 at 4:57pm
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Can you tell me where you picked up your dining room table? Thanks!

posted by ajavonfleurenberg on August 14th 2008 at 5:03pm
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I love the green dining chairs- any idea where they're from?

posted by Nikita33 on August 14th 2008 at 5:30pm
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Nikita33, looks like the Eames Aluminum Side Chair. They have them at HiveModern for about $880 each.

Ajavonfleurberg, the dining table reminds me of the Big Sur from Crate and Barrel, albeit in a darker stain. Not sure if the home's owners will ever see this, so maybe someone else can help!

posted by liseah on August 14th 2008 at 6:28pm
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Nicely done! I adore old houses. And I'm never going to find one in Houston, where they tear everything down after 10 yrs );

I like how the clean lines of the furniture let the details of the molding speak.

posted by whytephoenix on August 15th 2008 at 4:50am
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The bed is fabulous! Any ideas where to find something similar?

posted by wendi_c on August 15th 2008 at 5:52am
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That bed is absolutely amazing! It looks like a sculpture. Love it!

posted by Griffin on August 15th 2008 at 7:24am
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Ha! what a surprise...
This is the house of a friend of mine in London, who restored it over many years (it was a wreck before...).
I've played on that harpsichord :)

posted by Ian B on August 15th 2008 at 8:08am
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I think I love every single thing about this place. Seriously.

posted by jennifer in sf on August 15th 2008 at 8:56am
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most perfect place I've ever seen on AT. I keep coming back to it.

Does anyone know what the sofa in the living room is? How old, where is it from, etc.?

posted by travislessness on November 9th 2008 at 8:12am
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