David Carter Interior Design of London

Some of you may remember the post I did a couple weeks
ago on the small boutique hotel by David Carter called
40 Winks. I really wanted to showcase a little more of
David's work and not just his boutique hotel and home.

David Carter has very diverse style. As you can see above,
the room looks like it has a lot of age to it. David has a
unique specialty in using paint finishes of all kinds. The
room above genuinely looks old but in fact, it is not.

Here's a closer look at the aged and distressed paint job
in the room to give it patina. Isn't it amazing?

David also has works a lot of traditional styles
that are a little updated by color - without
sacrificing the luxury and old world feel.

I quite like the contrasting striping in this kitchen.
I had to look at this photo twice to realize it was
a kitchen. I thought it had been an office of some
sort at first glance. One thing is for sure, he never
gives up elegance.

This room has a modern feel with the walls
looking like iron. It's quite a cool effect.

I totally want to steel the chair.
The green velvet is absolutely
yummy.

David is very good at blending modern with
the old for an eclectic but unique and
luxurious look. I absolutely adore mirrored
tiles. He layers a large mirror on the mirrored
tiles with an impressive but heavy console
table. The light fixture is just stunning.

If I can ever afford this kind of mosaic
tiling for an entire wall, I would certainly
indulge.

This is what the entire wall looks like. The left is a mirror
version of the right by the way. Makes a cool effect for
the photo. All those golden and glimmering tiles makes my
eyes twinkle just looking at the photo.

What did I say about David being a master of using paint
finishes on walls? Here's another fantastic example. Don't
forget the ceiling!

I heard it through the grape vine...

I really love the huge cellos painted on the walls
of this music room. It's whimsical yet not little
kiddish.

As you can see, David uses very saturated
and vivid colors. I totally fell in love with
this particular hue of blue.

A closer look at the wall murals.
Isn't it just gorgeous?

A totally Crimson room if I've ever seen one.

I hope you enjoyed more of David Carter's
designs and work. What do you think of
his use of paint finishes? Isn't it amazing
what you can do with just paints and a brush?
A cool paint job can totally transform a room,
make it look decades old or make flat walls
look like it's got architectural details.


Photos from David Carter Interior Design

London Interior Designer David Carter and 40 Winks ~ Not your Average Boutique Hotel

When I found this boutique hotel called 40 Winks, I
must say I was absolutely enchanted by the decor.
40 Winks is probably the world's smallest boutique
hotel as it only offers 2 versatile rooms for customers.
40 Winks is actually the home of David Carter.

I think the moody walls above are to die for!

David Carter is an immensely talented interior designer
based in London. He opened 2 rooms of his historical but
elegant four story Queen Anne town home built in 1717
so staying at 40winks is almost like being one David
Carter's guests. Rooms in his home are often leased for
fashion and style shoots. Because he rarely uses these
two guest rooms, he has opted to use them for 40Winks
instead.

I totally fell in love with his chic but eclectic blend of
east and west. 40 Winks is located in Stepney Green
in East London. The house is just a four minute walk
from the Stepney Green underground station.

109 Mile End Road, Stepney Green
London E1 4UJ

It's so cool how he the windows have an
oriental pattern to them.

I love the illustration of the Chinese mandarin
on the wall against the black lacquered walls.

David Carter holds events at his home called
Bedtime Stories where pajamas are compulsory.
Bedtime Story events include an evening of stories,
wine and reading. It sounds like a fantastic way
of meeting new people and spending a civilized
evening.

If you're curious about his events, check out this
great interview with David Carter by the London
Word.

I could never own a piece like this but
I can sure dream!

I've always loved the Union Jack - it's a nice touch.

40Winks does offer a full continental breakfast but no
lunch or dinner. Guests can make themselves comfortable
in the kitchen for tea or coffee. What a rustic kitchen!

Even the hallways are lovely with floor to
ceiling wood paneling in David Carter's
home.

Here is the first of the 2 rooms available at 40 Winks.
this room features a single bed with a small writing desk
and goes for£65 per night or £390 per week (which is a
steal in London). The rooms do not have any televisions
in them but there is a common room that has a T.V. with
a dvd collection that is available for use.

Love the striping on the walls.

Here's the small but pretty writing desk.

The 2nd room is much larger and can be used for photo
shoots as well. This room features a double bed and goes
for £80 per night or £470 per week or £95 per night or
£560 per week for two people sharing.

The room has a lot of character.

With clean and crisp linens...

And of course, wonderful decor.

I'm saving the best for last - it's the
guilded bathroom.

Get a load of this bathroom with a wonderful
tub! The walls have such a wonderful patina
on them. David Carter can really create mood
and fantasy in his home.

If you are in London, I would definitely check
40 Winks out.

Photos from 40 Winks