Maximal Minimalist
Laurel and David approached us with a clear vision for their three-bedroom penthouse in Edinburgh’s prestigious New Eidyn development. While the property enjoyed spectacular views and the luxury of a hotel-style lifestyle, the interiors lacked warmth and personality. Our brief was to transform this blank canvas into a home that reflected both its remarkable setting and the couple’s vision of the perfect Edinburgh retreat.
The result is a masterclass in maximal minimalism: joyful, colourful and characterful, yet carefully curated and effortlessly calm. From the outset, we set out to create a space that felt uniquely theirs, balancing sophistication with a sense of warmth and individuality. As passionate design enthusiasts, Laurel and David embraced bold ideas and welcomed a highly bespoke approach.
Inspired by Scotland’s rich character and tailored entirely to its owners, the penthouse feels both refined and deeply personal. More than a city residence, it is a welcoming sanctuary in the heart of Edinburgh; a place to return to, relax in and enjoy for years to come.
Just because a new build arrives looking “finished” doesn’t mean it should be accepted as such. Laurel and David understood that from the outset, arriving with clear ideas and the determination to adapt the apartment to ensure it genuinely worked for them. Reconfiguring a single wall unlocked generous, concealed hallway storage, doubling the space’s usability, and ensures that the hallway serves both beauty and purpose.
Laurel and David loved the idea of a snug cinema room, so the third bedroom was transformed, complete with a concealed home office in place of the wardrobe. Jo proposed a deep, theatre‑inspired red (one of their favourite shades) using colour drenching to add drama, soften the narrow proportions and create a cocooning feel. The cabinetry was crafted from individually hand‑cut timber pieces, favouring true craftsmanship over CNC methods. It’s become one of Jo’s favourite moments in the project.
Even with substantial reconfiguration, Jo was careful to retain what worked, re-engineering the home with tailored precision. Throughout, she demonstrates that calm and colour coexist beautifully together: a space can be whimsical yet sophisticated, fun yet harmonious. There’s a real sense of energetic optimism and a reminder that joy has a vital place in design, and that a little fun might just be the most underrated element of wellbeing.