Get the Look: Contemporary London Riverside Apartment Design

Serene sophistication meets contemporary London living in our latest interior design project for a Contemporary London Riverside Apartment. This refined three-bedroom home overlooking the Thames within Fulham Reach, part of the prestigious Berkeley Group portfolio. Designed for an international client as their second home. This project captures the calm of its riverside setting while embracing the vibrant London lifestyle of its surroundings.

Every detail was considered to create a sanctuary that feels both luxurious and a true home-from-home. With family gatherings, entertaining, and long summer stays in mind (dogs included), the design needed to blend practical comfort with elegant, light-filled living. Bespoke joinery, exquisite finishes, and timeless furniture form the foundation of a space that’s as functional as it is beautiful.

If you’re inspired by the exquisite glamour and understated elegance of this riverside retreat, here’s how to get the look. We’ve curated a selection of key pieces from this interior design project.

The Dining Space — Elegant Entertaining with a View

Overlooking the River Thames with panoramic views through floor-to-ceiling windows, the dining area captures the serenity and splendour of London’s riverside living. As the light shifts throughout the day, reflections from the water dance across the space, creating an ever-changing backdrop. With the iconic Hammersmith Bridge framed perfectly beyond. The dining space was designed to mirror the serenity of its surroundings. While offering a sophisticated setting for family dining and entertaining. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the room with natural light, amplifying the soft tones and tactile materials chosen to reflect the tranquillity of the water outside.

Given our clients’ love for entertaining, we designed a dining area perfect for connection and conversation. The Exclusive Oval Ammonite Tuscany Quartz Dining Set features a striking oval dining table with a luminous quartz surface that bounces the light and echoes the gentle movement of the river. The sculptural dual-pedestal base brings a subtle Art Deco influence. Creating a striking focal point that complements the apartment’s contemporary architecture.

Paired with six of our Classic Deco Style Dining Chairs, upholstered in sumptuous velvet with fluid Art Deco lines. The result is a dining experience that feels both refined and inviting. Ideal for intimate dinners, lively gatherings, or family time, this combination transforms mealtimes into memorable occasions.

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1. Exclusive Oval Ammonite Tuscany Quartz Dining Set
2. Oval Ammonite Tuscany Quartz Dining Table
3. Classic Deco Style Dining Chair

The Kitchen and Bar — Sophisticated Riverside Entertaining

Flowing seamlessly from the dining area, the open-plan kitchen continues the apartment’s refined aesthetic. A space designed for effortless entertaining and relaxed family living.

The Classic Deco Style Bar Stools provide both beauty and comfort at the breakfast bar. Their rich velvet upholstery and sculptural silhouette echo the elegance of the dining chairs. The dark high-gloss beechwood frames bring warmth and definition. While their generous, embracing form invites guests to linger. Whether that’s over morning coffee or evening drinks as the river shimmers beyond the glass.

Adding a final note of glamour, the White Agate Stone and Silver Finish Drinks Trolley is a true statement of luxury and function. The semi-precious white agate shelves introduce organic texture and natural pattern, perfectly complementing the apartment’s soft neutral palette. With its polished silver frame and sleek profile, it serves as both a stylish accent and a practical companion for entertaining. Whether our clients are hosting a cocktail hour or enjoying a quiet night in.

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1. Classic Deco Style Bar Stool
2. White Agate Stone and Silver Finish Drinks Trolley

The Living Area — Layers of Light, Texture and Tranquillity

Continuing the connection to the river, the living area was designed as a serene sanctuary where natural light and reflection take centre stage. Floor-to-ceiling glazing floods the space with light. Shifting in tone from morning to night, with the Thames sparkling beyond. A daily reminder of the apartment’s remarkable setting. Every material and finish was chosen to complement that soft luminosity, from polished quartz to handwoven textiles and warm metallic accents.

Our super soft, high-quality Hand Woven Swirl Rug anchors the space. Its subtle movement of tone and texture evokes the gentle flow of the river outside. Paired with our Exclusive Ammonite Tuscany Quartz Coffee Table, with its sculptural double pedestal base. Echoing the form and materiality of the dining table for a sense of cohesion. The white quartz, with its delicate veining, captures and reflects the light. While the bronze ripple glass top adds depth and an inviting tactile contrast.

Texture is key to the sense of comfort here. Draped across the sofa, the Luxury Faux Fur Throw brings warmth and indulgence. Its silky cream fibres with soft brown tips add richness and dimension. It’s a tactile layer that invites relaxation, offering a cosy contrast to the apartment’s contemporary architecture.

For function and flexibility, the Contemporary Designer Over Sofa Side Table makes an elegant companion piece. Perfect for a morning coffee, an evening cocktail, or a quiet workspace overlooking the water. Its slim bronze frame and carbon oak top balance utility with minimal sophistication.

The finishing touch comes in the form of the Set of Three Silver Metallic Bowls, which catch the light beautifully and serve as sculptural accents across the coffee table. Whether styled as statement décor or used for storing important items like your keys, wallet, etc. They add a polished gleam that completes the room’s contemporary refinement.

Together, these pieces create a layered, luxurious environment, one that feels elegant yet comfortable and cosy. Perfect for both entertaining guests and unwinding with family.

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1. Luxury Faux Fur Throw
2. High Quality Hand Woven Swirl Rug
3. Exclusive Ammonite Tuscany Quartz Coffee Table
4. Contemporary Designer Over Sofa Side Table
5. Set of Three Silver Metallic Bowls

Maximising Space with Refined Design

With the open-plan living and dining area, the flow throughout the space is a key consideration. With storage being a key consideration throughout the apartment, every element here has been carefully selected. We needed to maximise space without compromising on style. Marking the transition between the dining and living areas, we carefully curated a space that combines functionality and beauty. This is often referred to as, “beautility”, a growing trend in luxury apartment design.

An elegant introduction to the apartment’s open-plan design, our Contemporary Walnut Veneer Sideboard provides the perfect balance of practicality and a sense of grounded sophistication. Its sleek silhouette conceals storage within, keeping the space clutter-free while maintaining a sense of calm continuity with the open plan areas. Its matte walnut finish and chrome detailing echo the natural tones that flow throughout the apartment. The walnut veneer adds depth and texture, warming the neutral palette.

Above, the Contemporary Italian Designer Offset Circles Mirror enhances the feeling of openness. Reflecting light from the river-facing windows and creating the illusion of added space. Its sculptural silver frame brings a sense of contemporary artistry, while also amplifying the apartment’s soft, natural brightness.

Completing the composition, the Abstract Modern Vase Set in a Silver Finish adds a touch of polish and personality. Their faceted metallic design introduces subtle dimension and visual rhythm. Complementing the mirror’s curves and the clean geometry of the sideboard. Together, they form a vignette that feels both purposeful and elegant. A stylish, space-smart solution that connects the living and dining zones in perfect harmony.

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1. Contemporary Italian Designer Offset Circles Mirror
2. Abstract Modern Vase Set in a Silver Finish
3. Contemporary Walnut Veneer Sideboard

The Finishing Touches — A Celebration of Detail and Personality

Bespoke joinery played a central role in this apartment. With a custom-built TV media wall designed to maximise storage while maintaining the home’s serene, clutter-free aesthetic. Crafted to the client’s exact needs, this piece exemplifies the project’s core values: exceptional craftsmanship, exquisite finishes, and meticulous attention to detail.

No luxury contemporary apartment design is complete without the final layer, those carefully chosen accessories. They add warmth, individuality, and a sense of sophistication. In this stunning London Riverside Apartment, decorative objects were selected not only for their beauty but for the way they catch the light. Introduce texturing, which echoes the natural tones of the Thames just beyond the windows.

Each piece contributes to a story of quiet opulence. The Crystal Glass Pineapple, with its intricate crystal body and ornate crown, brings a playful touch of old-world glamour reimagined in contemporary form.

Fluidity and reflection continue through the Luxury Decorative Wave Bowl and Luxury Decorative Wave Ornament. Each is crafted in lustrous gold metal with sculptural, undulating lines that mimic the shimmer of water in motion. They add a sense of rhythm and movement, creating perfect harmony with the apartment’s riverside setting.

Nature’s inspiration also informs the Nut Bowl On Branch and Tropical Leaf Basket, both exquisite in polished 24-carat gold finishes. Their organic forms add sculptural impact in the bespoke TV media and storage. Enhancing the natural elegance that flows throughout the space.

For a subtle yet practical touch of glamour, the Set of 3 Gold and Blue Trinket Boxes offer a refined way to store treasured items. While introducing a soft accent of colour and sparkle to their shelving.

Each accessory catches the light differently throughout the day. Ensuring that this riverside apartment feels warm, alive, layered and truly personal.

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1. Crystal Glass Pineapple
2. Luxury Decorative Wave Ornament
3. Luxury Decorative Wave Bowl
4. Nut Bowl On Branch Design
5. Set of Three Silver Metallic Bowls
6. Luxury Faux Fur Throw
7. Set Of 3 Gold And Blue Trinket Boxes
8. Tropical Leaf Basket

Client Reflections — A Second Home, Perfectly Realised

For this international client, their London Riverside Apartment marks a second design collaboration with Juliettes Interiors. A relationship built on trust, creativity, and shared vision. From the earliest design stages through to installation, every detail was meticulously considered. Bringing their dream contemporary London riverside apartment design to life.

Here’s what our client had to say:

A Contemporary London Apartment Defined by Detail

Every element of this London Riverside Apartment’s design reflects a harmony of craftsmanship, comfort, and contemporary elegance. From bespoke joinery and hand-finished quartz to the artful accessories that bring the design to life. The result is a home that feels considered, cohesive, and effortlessly luxurious. It more than meets the brief of a tranquil retreat perfectly attuned to its riverside setting.

This is just the beginning of the story. In Part Two, we’ll step beyond the open-plan living space to explore the serene bedrooms, refined hallway, and private balcony. Each space continues the theme of luxurious details and bespoke interior design that defines this remarkable London apartment.

See the Full Project

To experience this stunning London Riverside Apartment in full, including the complete image gallery and project video, visit our Interior Design Projects Page. There, you can explore every detail of this riverside residence and discover more examples of our bespoke design work.

If this project has inspired you, our award-winning design team would love to help bring your own luxury interior vision to life. Whether you’re transforming a single room or an entire home, we specialise in creating tailor-made interiors that balance elegance, individuality, and exceptional craftsmanship.

Get in touch today or come and visit us at our design studio and luxury furniture showroom in Chelsea, to begin your design journey with Juliettes Interiors, where imagination meets impeccable design.