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House Tour: The Drawing Room

Designed by interior designer Benji Lewis.

The Designer

Benji Lewis is a well established UK-based interior designer with an ever increasing circle of clients. Known for his adaptable approach, he seamlessly integrates design across various periods and styles, designing interiors that are both elegant and timeless.

His portfolio spans an impressive range of projects, from the Chairman’s Office at Universal Music in London to a charming 17th-century cottage in Oxfordshire. Currently, his creative expertise is shaping designs for an 18th-century château, a 1920s Los Angeles bungalow, and a refined Chelsea townhouse.

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Interior Designer Benji Lewis

The Project

Benji's design philosophy often embraces the architectural integrity of a space. In this project, he worked with a room featuring a strong sense of symmetry - a chimney breast on one long wall, a centrally placed bay window opposite, and two evenly positioned windows at either end overlooking landscaped gardens.

Drawing inspiration from these elements, he crafted a formal yet inviting layout. The sofa took pride of place at one end of the room, perfectly centred beneath a window, while a pair of Emma chairs mirrored this arrangement on the opposite side. The Emma chairs, known for their neat proportions, were customised by reducing their width by 5cm to better suit the space.

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Bespoke Emma Chairs and Bespoke Modern Empire Chest Buttoned

Thoughtful Details

The Soho Baby Drum, a versatile accent piece, was chosen for its ability to introduce a pop of pattern without overwhelming the room. Upholstered in a Schumacher leopard velvet, it added a touch of playful sophistication while remaining practical for entertaining.

"The Soho Drum is a great small piece to include in any room, offering the perfect additional perch on a drinks party type occasion."

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Soho Baby One Button Drum
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Bespoke Emma Chairs, Bespoke Modern Empire Buttoned Chest and Edwardian Chair

Why Did You Choose George Smith?

"My clients made it clear they wanted not only high-quality, traditionally made upholstered furniture but also bespoke sizing to accommodate the room’s unique dimensions and optimal layout. Additionally, the project required careful coordination of delivery schedules and on-site installations, making it essential to work with a supplier who could manage these aspects seamlessly."

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Edwardian Chair and Signature Sofa

Are there any other exciting projects where we might see some more George Smith furniture?

"On the back of my online interior design offering Zoom That Room I’ve been working remotely on an exciting overseas project where the clients have specified from the get go that they’d like George Smith."

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Bespoke Emma Chair

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