Talbot Road

Filled with south-facing light, this two-bedroom apartment for rent occupies a generous corner perch above Talbot Road.

There’s an artistic sensibility to this second-floor apartment. Set on a corner plot, its interiors are shaped by angles and subtle red accents. In the open-plan living space, terracotta-toned surrounds frame four oversized sash windows, drawing the eye towards the streetscape and amplifying the natural light.

Purple-veined marble forms a striking backdrop to the kitchen, complemented by aubergine-toned Shaker cabinetry and seamlessly integrated appliances. To one side, a curved, 1970s-inspired bar slots neatly into the corner; opposite, a circular dining table creates a dedicated place to gather. White walls and parquet flooring provide a gallery-like setting for a collection of sculptural furniture.

Colour takes a bolder turn in the bathroom, where striped, burgundy tiles wrap the walk-in shower and contrast with raspberry-toned walls. Classic fittings and brass taps add a timeless touch, balancing the rich, warm notes.

The bedrooms are comparatively understated, though not without personality. In the principal, filament reading lights hang low beside a deep-red upholstered bed. Parquet floors and neutral walls pare the palette back, while a separate walk-in wardrobe space adds to the sense of calm.