Blacksmith Cottage
Residential project in Forest Gate, East London.
Originally built as a blacksmith’s workshop, this Victorian cottage in East London is now the home of Studio Iro founder Lucy, and a wonderful reflection of her personal design style. Embracing the character and quirks of the original building, Lucy restored its fireplaces, exposed brickwork and floorboards, and created a home that brings together rich colour, natural materials, vintage finds and contemporary design.
Description
Inspired by Lucy’s travels to Japan and Mexico, the interiors are layered with antique furniture, vintage textiles, reupholstered pieces and artwork collected over time. Colour, texture and material create a connection between pieces from different periods and places, giving the home its distinctive personality.
At the heart of the house is the kitchen, a welcoming space inspired by Mexican living, where microcement and open shelving replace traditional cabinetry. In the bathrooms, Tadelakt plaster creates a beautiful, seamless finish.
The result is a home full of character, warmth and unexpected details, shaped as much by the history of the building as by the things Lucy loves.
Type:
Residential
Location:
Forest Gate, East London
Interior Design: Studio Iro
Photographer: Beth Davies