Recreated duplication of Freddie Mercury's London bathroom found in a household in Surrey
A Bathroom Fit for a Legend: The Drummonds Restoration in a Queen Anne House
In a charming Queen Anne house in Surrey, a bathroom has been transformed into a stunning tribute to a legendary figure. The owners, inspired by the bathroom in Garden Lodge, Kensington, where Freddie Mercury lived until his passing, requested the expertise of Mitch Crook to restore their own bathroom.
The result is a breathtaking space that seamlessly blends traditional craftsmanship with elegant design, thanks to the Drummonds bathroom collection. Drummonds, known for their high-quality bathrooms featuring classic and bespoke elements, have created a center shower that serves as the room's focal point. This shower, made in a brass or enamel finish, integrates beautifully with the historic interiors.
The floor of the bathroom boasts aged oak herringbone planks from Ted Todd, a renowned British company specializing in wooden flooring. These planks provide a classic, warm, and textured surface that complements the period features of the Queen Anne house while offering durability and luxury.
The walls of the bathroom are adorned with panels of St Laurent, a hand-painted wallpaper by de Gournay on gilded paper. de Gournay is famous for its exquisite hand-painted wallpapers, often depicting detailed chinoiserie or naturalistic scenes. This addition elevates the bathroom's historic ambiance with bespoke artistry that enhances the room's elegance and richness.
Mitch Crook, creative director of Hotel Creative, was given first refusal on the bathroom used in the film Bohemian Rhapsody. After filming had wrapped, the main components of the bathroom, designed by Drummonds, were looking for a new home. Crook, a fan of Queen's music, had purchased the pieces and stored them for the right project.
The bathroom restoration was not a one-time endeavour for Crook. Three years later, he used the Drummonds collection to redesign another five-bedroom Queen Anne house in Surrey. The shower installed in this bathroom is unlacquered and will develop a distinctive aged patina over time, adding to the room's character and charm.
This bathroom restoration project is a testament to the power of combining historical significance with bespoke luxury and artisan craftsmanship. The Drummonds collection, Ted Todd's flooring, and de Gournay's wallpaper create a space that respects the architectural integrity of the Queen Anne home while updating its usage for modern living.
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