Case Studies
Elevators, Fenman House, Kings Cross
An inside perspective on the creation of moody, contemporary elevators and lobby.
15 Fetter Lane, EC4A – Brise Soleil, column and canopy in V-Grooved PVD stainless steel
The story of how a tired office building became desirable again.
The Devonshire Club Hotel, London
A look behind the scenes and the design story of this private members club that had a jet-setting businesswoman as its design Muse.
Embassy Gardens – planters in Bronze sandblasted PVD stainless steel
Looking at the context and design background for this Garden Landscaping project in Nine Elms, Wandsworth, London, UK
Retro-fit staircase, Google offices, 6 Pancras Square, London UK
Examining the design philosophy and logistical challenges from the perspectives of the key people involved.
Shanghai Bund Financial Centre
A look at how PVD has been used in the mixed-use development The Shanghai Bund Financial Centre, China.
Returning a Knightsbridge Store’s escalator hall to a former glory
An in-depth look at the design ethos and materials used in the refurbishment project of this historic building
Bedford Gardens
With the purchase of the semi-detached property 54 Bedford Gardens and its adjacent mews house, Jonathan Pirie, Managing Director of Bancroft Heath, a building firm, had something very special in mind for its redesign.
Smile Lounge, Lakeside
Interior designer Ben Rousseau chose to work with John Desmond in designing and building a cosmetic dentistry unit for Smile Lounge that had to be installed in Lakeside shopping centre within a slot of 12 hours. The result is a slick and polished kiosk.
Wood Lane Station
The creation of the first new tube station on an existing line for 70 years needed to be striking and memorable. Gold anodised aluminium and shot-peened stainless steel are primary materials that go to make this a distinct and contemporary underground station.
North House
John Desmond were selected by Ian Ritchie Architects, designers of the famous Spire of Dublin, to work in creating a zen-like interior using shot-peened stainless steel and white glass for the offices of the Chamber Orchestra of Europe at North House, Westminster, London.