Anouska shares a stunning London flat with her partner Scott. A light-filled home set in a turn-of-the-century terraced house (built in 1898), there are two bedrooms, a wonderfully wallpapered bathroom, a sitting room and a spare bedroom used as a study and guest room. The architecture is gorgeous — and Anouska’s filled it with a modern and eclectic mix of furnishings, color and graphics.

Anouska and Scott chose the East Dulwich area because it has village charm but is also close to the vibrant Peckham area. It’s the same with the feel of their home. As an interior designer, Anouska has melded soothing spaces with dynamic ones for a very beautiful and interesting mix.

“Scott and I love to travel and often return from our trips with carpets, art, furniture and miscellaneous objects. We wanted to incorporate these items into our home and give each room a distinctive feel. My favourite piece of furniture is the pretty Chinoiserie lacquer firescreen found in Malacca because it reminds me of a wonderful three week trip from Hong Kong to Singapore via Vietnam and Malaysia,” wrote Anouska

My style: Colourful, exotic, classic

As the granddaughter of a couture seamstress whose studio proved a treasure trove of interesting finds to me as a child, colour and pattern usually make an appearance, though the chemistry and contrasts could be subtle and delicate or playful and bold depending on the mood I’m seeking to conjure.

My designs often mix classic with contemporary and almost always include statement lighting, interesting rugs and unexpected flourishes.

Inspiration: East meets West, heritage, antiques, textiles

Favorite element: The unique pieces of art and furniture collected on travels and handed down from family

Biggest challenge: Adding character on a tight first-time buyer’s budget

What friends say: It’s a unique, a little daring and very much our style and taste

Biggest embarrassment: The exterior…that’s coming next

Proudest diy: Upholstering the gorgeous french salon chair in the study

Biggest indulgence: The solid oak parquet in the sitting room

Best advice: Trust your instinct and take risks!

I understand where fitted kitchen and bathroom furniture is concerned you’ve got to be particularly prudent but where decisions are not too expensive to change, like paint colour or soft furnishings, try not to fear the odd mistake and enjoy the experimentation.

Dream sources: Being let loose with an unlimited budget in Guinevere Antiques and Talisman…their collections are always a feast for the eyes!

PAINT & COLORS
Bedroom — Dulux Sutble Ivory
Study — Farrow & Ball Cabbage White
Bathroom — Farrow & Ball- Pitch Blue
Entry — Farrow & Ball- Elephant’s Breath; Farrow & Ball- Book Room Red
Living room — Dulux- Cameo Silk

LIVING ROOM
Sofa — The Izzy by Sofa.com (Custom velvet fabric)
Hans Wegner (reproduction) wishbone chairs — Danish Design Studio
Cushions (FRONT) Tibetan Sun by Jim Thompson

STUDY
Mid-Century Shelving & Brackets — West Elm

KITCHEN
Tiles, Tangier Blue — Tons of Tiles

BEDROOM
Ikat lampshade — Punica

BATHROOM
Jungle Palm wallpaper — Jane Clayton

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