Within the lively rhythm of Warren Street Hotel, the Drawing Room offers a quieter place to pause. Rich layers of colour, texture and pattern create a sense of warmth, providing a welcome retreat from the pace of the streets outside. The space unfolds as a series of intimate moments rather than a single statement.
The layout is thoughtfully arranged into distinct zones, each with its own character. At the centre, an antique ottoman upholstered in jewel toned found textile anchors the room with a sense of history. From this piece, the rest of the scheme naturally develops.
Two striped sofas in deep brown, crimson and glowing marigold bring symmetry, grounding the room with warmth and depth. A pair of Chelsea Textiles embroidered crewel chairs introduces a note of handcrafted elegance, their flowing, blossoming motifs echoing the poetry of 18th century design. For a touch of wit, cushions by Andrew Martin, playfully depicting dogs, offer a charming homage to the four legged characters that animate New York’s streets. Together, these elements create an intimate setting that invites guests to linger and find comfort.
The room is enveloped in a red sea of undulating waves, a backdrop alive with movement that gently guides the eye through its many intimate corners. A love of books and antiques shapes the space, with each piece sourced to bring its own quiet rhythm. A games table, consoles framing the stone fireplace and ornate lamps all come together in a subtle, musical harmony.
Above the games table, a painting by Gary Bunt, By Light of the Moon, holds a subtle personal reference, where the curtains he depicts are painted in ‘Moondog’, our fabric designed for Chelsea Textiles. Here, art and interior meet, and old world charm and contemporary expression gently intertwine.
Our love of craft and the unique sign of the maker’s hand runs throughout this drawing room. From the hand painted cabinet celebrating folk art by Tess Newall, to Ugandan artist Sanaa Gateja, known as the ‘Bead King of Africa’, whose rolled paper beads shimmer effervescently across our walls and to wood sculptor Henry Neville Wood, born to work with timber, whose life size wooden ‘Explorers’ are ethereal forms that capture a sense of adventure and the unknown.
To the wonderfully imaginative works of Mimi de Biarritz, whose quirky creations appear hidden within the bookshelves and on surfaces, bringing unexpected moments of joy and laughter. Her work reminds us that life is a celebration, never a bore and is meant to be enjoyed in full colour and spirit.
The Drawing Room at Warren Street Hotel is a richly layered space designed to inspire comfort and curiosity.