Located in the heart of NW6, a house named 'Serene' lives up to its name. A tranquil, design-led space where delicate tones, organic textures, and architectural clarity come together in harmony. Developed by Kyte Properties, a boutique London-based property company known for their meticulous attention to detail, this project captures the true essence of what makes a house a home.
From the very beginning, the vision was clear: To create a seamless connection between the polished concrete interiors and a quiet, courtyard retreat. The design called for a material that could bridge this transition without losing warmth or texture. Brick slips were the perfect solution offering a tactile surface with timeless character.
Design Inspired by Flow
Inspired by homes discovered on Pinterest, the team set out to blur the line between indoor and outdoor living. Every detail was carefully considered from the soldier courses that echo the shadow gap skirting, to the orientation of each brick slip. The result is a space that flows effortlessly, both visually and functionally.
Why Blend 71?
Chosen for its warm, earthy tones, blend 71 complements the Bauwerk Limewash walls that feature prominently throughout the interior. The soft colour variation of the slips enhance the natural aesthetic of the space, creating a soothing contrast to the crisp, modern lines of the architectural design.
Laid in a stacked bond with crisp white mortar, Blend 71 spans both walls and floors — becoming the unifying design element in this carefully curated interior. Its soft, organic texture anchors the home with a sense of warmth and understated sophistication.
The stacked bond brings something different - an extra detail, flourish, boldness and individuality that traditional stretcher bonds don't match. It's not suitable for every project, but with the surrounding decor and styling here it is a perfect match.
Installation & Finishing Touches
The installation process was smooth and creatively rewarding. The team took great care in experimenting with layout directions, pushing the design further with small but impactful details.
Blend 71 has natural variation of colouring between browns and white, with salts developing the whiteness through moisture. This means that consideration on blending is important to ensure you don't end up with patches of brown and patches of white, rather a more mixed variation throughout.
The Final Result
From the moment you step into the basement, the impact is immediate. The brick slip flooring in particular has become the signature feature of the home — consistently drawing compliments and attention.
“Every time someone steps into the basement, they comment on how incredible the floor looks. It’s the talking feature of the house.”
This project is a testament to how thoughtful material selection, inspired design, and expert craftsmanship can come together to create a home that is both modern and deeply comforting.
The aesthetic materials used in this case were blend 71 brick slips and white pointing mortar.
