Our philosophy is to get the essential ingredients in place from the outset Essence – The starting point is always to focus on functionality and a deep understanding of how our client wants to live in their new home – what daily routines, weekly gatherings, and yearly celebrations they envision. The intrinsic nature of the space will reflect the homeowner’s unique needs and aspirations. If a family loves hosting large informal gatherings, the design may prioritise an open kitchen and dining area, while incorporating outdoor spaces for entertaining. Conversely, a household seeking tranquillity might prefer cosy alcoves and quiet corners.

NLSA is proud to showcase a new retail concept for the world-renowned luxury fashion brand Temperley London. In close collaboration with the founder and creative powerhouse, Alice Temperley MBE who founded her eponymous fashion label Temperley London in 2000, NLSA has developed a timeless yet contemporary interior that mixes a bohemian flair for colour and pattern with the elegance and tradition of a country house. The new UK flagship occupies over 300 sqm of enviable retail space in the heart of Chelsea close to the prestigious Sloane Square.

 Being bold with your home’s layout and your material choices can profoundly enhance both the aesthetic appeal and functionality of your living space. At Lion House in Fulham, we embarked on a daring renovation project that reimagined the traditional design of a South-West London home to unlock its full potential. The NLS studio’s vision was to free up space and flood the house with daylight. In many Fulham homes, you find the staircase directly in front of you as you walk through the front door. With a wall often separating the hallway from the living space to the side, the result is a cramped and shadowy entrance hall. This creates an uninviting first impression and an impractical use of space. For this residential project, our clients trusted us in taking a bold approach by moving the staircase to the centre of the floor plan. Beyond simply providing an opportunity to make a unique architectural feature out of the stairs, this strategic shift offered several transformative benefits, improving spatial dynamics and creating a more inviting, light-filled environment.