SNUG ‘I can sit here for hours,’ says Shaun. ‘It’s ideal for de-stressing.’
Walls in Brinjal, Farrow & Ball. Jagger armchairs, Andrew Martin. Trave lamp, Bert Frank. Art photography, Guy Lowndes. Brass cocktail shaker and glasses, Ella James. Christmas tree, Balsam Hill. Baubles, Heavenly Homes & Gardens. Gift wrap, Katie Leamon. Vintage marble coffee tables from L’Atelier 55. Tea light (on fireplace) John Lewis & Partners
home profile
THE OWNERS
Commercial property broker Shaun Simons, his wife Brooke, a make-up artist, son Jack, eight, daughter Jess, five, and their cocker spaniel, King.
THE PROPERTY
A three-storey, double-fronted, detached Edwardian house in northwest London. On the ground floor is a living room, kitchen, snug, playroom and a WC. Upstairs on the first floor is the main bedroom and bathroom, a dressing room, two children’s rooms, a family bathroom and a laundry room. The converted attic top floor holds two further bedrooms and a bathroom.
LIVING ROOM
‘My parents had these sofas when I was a child,’ says Shaun, ‘and I’ve never stopped loving their timeless style and comfort.’
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