Architect Barbara Weiss Takes Us On A Tour Of Her Upside-Down House, A Converted Pub In Westminster
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 ก.ค. 2020
- Designing a home in central London comes with its fair share of challenges and considerations. See how architect Barbara Weiss has ingenuously overcome them, forging private spaces, a rooftop garden and soaring open plan living from an old pub.
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From this I'm getting two things: Barbara Weiss is an extremely competent architect - that building has been so sympathetically brought up to date, with some really innovative ideas - and she's also *made* of money.
Same exact takeaways i had
She also owns a massive country mansion: th-cam.com/video/bEkqJ5Jycio/w-d-xo.html
Well, I think she earned it, don’t you?
I don't know... At the start she said she's just practising
@@Mrstigger747 architects in the Uk don’t make that much money compared to other places lole the us, Unfortunately.
That size place in that location in London must be insanely expensive.
I'm guessing £20 million.
She’s f*cking minted mate. Minted...
@@AntPDC at least
That grand piano alone is probably worth a fortune.
20m for sure
I thought the house was actually gonna be upside down lol
Lol same that’s why I watched it
😅
Same here😆
😂
So many things I like about this space but I don't see it as especially unique. I've seen older homes that had living spaces on upper floors while having bedrooms on the lower. And I don't see how having a sleep area closer to the street's noise is an improvement in this case??
I actually loved modern minimalism design. But after seeing this, this is the first not-really minimalist house that i wish i lived there. So comfy, and looook at that amount of natural lights, those plants... what a gorgeous home!
@Nick FL The previous comment, in my opinion wasn't, for real, so wrong.
I will explain my thought.
During the last two decades, more or less, all the most trendy, sometimes important, national and international magazines that published articles about homes, apartments, 'sold', in a very wrong way, the concept that the 'minimal' style was just about white walls everywhere, kitchens without furniture or just with metal furniture, bathrooms that don't look like bathrooms and the idea that the green wasn't so useful in the end.
It's horrific. When common journalists write about architecture, often is better to skip the article and just watch the pictures.
This very beautiful building and the inside space (specially after the restoration) have, an imprint of minimalism but the very elegant design of the interiors, the choice of the materials and colors makes the space very warm. 'Warm', is not a word you commonly combine with the second most famous 'ism', of the XXth century, in architecture.
So yes, I agree with your explanation, for the most. I like it.
I don't think that the choice of the designer, here, was to create a minimal design but instead, a very warm and comfortable home for a family, surrounded by their favorite objects, collected during a lifetime.
She designed a green roof just to have some 'green' under her eyes.
It's lovely and very British.
This is just my opinion.
Have a good day
Very interesting. Purely remarking from an outside perspective, minimalism always has seemed to be about that hyper-reduction of objects. I guess the definition of Minimalism is up for some degree of debate.
But this is a minimalist home!
@@crazy808ish i feel like there is some tension between the hyper-reductive kind of minimalism, and the kind that marie kondo (and the like) preach, which is more a focus on intentional ownership and curation. if that makes sense? i really like the latter kind of 'minimalism'.
Stunning. I don’t quite get why the bedrooms are at street level if the goal was to avoid hearing the sounds of passersby. Regardless, what a lovely renovation.
I had the same thought. I’d definitely want my bedroom activities to be the most private aspects of the house lol, and wouldn’t want to hear the sounds of London at 3am when trying to sleep.
Well, they probably have utility rooms, laundr,y pantry, maybe some offices and things like that at the ground level and the bedrooms on the first floor and then the living room on the second floor.
Can we talk about how the background music also just as beautiful as the house?
Yes do you know who the artist is? I would love to listen to it more.
Im in my 40's, but one day soon, I'm going to find my soulmate and my husband and I are going to live in a house just like this! Love it
I hope you find that soon :)
Your soulmate may be a rescue dog, cat or bird-not a husband.
Don't wait for the husband to come along. To the best of your ability make your dream come true now.
@@The_Red_Pill__ yes
Sounds like you are expecting him to pay for it and that's why you are waiting. If not make it happen for yourself happiness Is from within!
I love everything about this house. Its warm and colorful. Comfortably decorated and filled with art and books. An oasis in the heart of an urban setting. Can I tell you how much I love this house?
But, did you love this house?
@@gregap8282 I loved this house. LOL
*coloUrfull
So very true... "Modern living allows an eclecticism that previously would have been considered bad taste." A lovely home. Love her Inside Out home too.
Looks uncluttered despite being fully decorated.
I love how she describes modern architecture. It’s so modern. Modern architecture is about the individual.
Gorgeous house in a fabulous location...this video has given me some great ideas on how to create a gallery wall.
this is an example of turning 4 walls and a roof to the maximum of a beautiful, functional home. this house is one of the most satisfying architectural sights I've watched on this channel.
Brilliant! In spite of the huge collections of books & arts, everything is in its right space. The house is lovely, airy, & aesthetically pleasing. And it is so close to the Parliament!
Omg this house is just phenomenal. It is so beautifully designed and I truly hope they appreciate every day that they live in a such a place.
Gosh having such a house in the heart of Westminster ..a dream 🤩
Beautiful home.
Eclectic style is my fav - her house is absolutely charming and positive in all ways. Beautiful!
I'm so in love with her space! The materiality, the flow, the play of light and space! It has something very playful about it, but is still homely and warm. It's absolutely stunning! Just wish the video was longer so we could take it all in!
I can't get over how beautiful this home is. This is a dream
The garden is stunning.
I love her aesthetic! Light, books, artwork and plants! Perfect!! My house, too, is upside down. It works.
She has such incredible taste in art 😍
This house knocked my breath away. I absolutely love it. The care and devotion that went into the planning is felt more than seen. Fantastic!
A truly beautiful space!
Literally my dream house. It must be such a freeing feeling to own a place like this, I could quite easily never leave it and remain in it's bubble of happiness, peace and tranquility.
My London, I miss you sooooooo much 🥰
I love everything about this! I love minimal and Scandinavian styles but too often, when they're used as decorating styles they become unpersonal with just clean lines and nothing more. This feels so personal and yet so put together.
Please can we stop calling everything that is tasteful scandinavian.
Scandinavian style is the American version of Scandinavia. While most homes in Scandinavia are dominated by white walls and clean lines, they're rarely as minimal as the "Scandinavian style" makes it out to be. This is because Scandinavia has a lot of architecture and design which also comes through in most homes, such as design furniture that are often colored or in warm woods, various designer lamps that provides different light sources and helps set a mood, and several plants or flowers that gives life to the space. Plus homes in Scandinavian cities are often over 100 years old and therefor holds a certain charm to them, even when they're renovated. All of this holds true in this London apartment, as well. However, this is opposite to the "Scandinavian Style" that also has clean white lines, but often fail to fill in this blank canvas with any design, color, light, or charm. You can easily see the difference if you search for 'scandinavian style', which will show you a lot of white cold looking homes, and then search for 'scandinavian hotel design', which is a much truer representation of a home in Scandinavia, adding a lot more warmth and color.
@@ThisIsMyFullName Chinese food in China;)
Great. But first you have to have a goldmine in South Africa.
The last name is Weiss, so it would be a diamond mine.
Lol true
@@richardleston5237 shes italian
@@liveleaky7571 you’re no fun
@@liveleaky7571 her husband comes from South Africa
So chaotic and connected at the same time. I absolutely love this.
Absolutely stunning! Love every piece of this house! Bravo!
Amazing! Love all the colors and how cohesive it feels even though each space have its own personality. Well done!
Oh my. I love her style ... its a perfect smash of eclectic, and then there is the building. WOW.
easily one of the most beautiful interior designs I've seen, absolutely magnificent approach and each piece of wall art is so complimentary of the next
Gorgeous. Beautiful. Stunning. Perfect.
Gorgeous home and setting.
Absolutely beautiful!! Full of little ideas! LOVE IT!!!!
Very Very Beautiful and I LOVE the eclecticism of her choice of decor and how she's arranged her environments!
😱My goodness, that space is incredible. I love the feel of it. They have an awesome style.
oh my goodness, what a fantastic house, lost for words, thank you so much for sharing this fantastic design piece
Absolutely beautiful! So very happy, cozy, and warm!! Just exquisite!
Stunning at every angle. Loved this!
this was one of the most beautifully interior designed house i've ever seen. :D lovely.
Beautiful natural light...I love it.
And the plants too.
I love buildings too and to turn it into a house is amazingly beautiful. Especially those details throughout the house. She is loaded and living her dream.
From top to bottom the home tells a story. The feel from every chosen piece of furniture, to artwork, to books, etc... is life. Imagination is so incredible. Thank you for sharing this space.
Gorgeous ! For some reason this brightened my day !
Beautiful, and a lovely art collection of works on paper, which as a printmaker I love. Gorgeous spaces.
Hearty Congrats ! The final.outcome is not only warm , inviting , personalised but also lends a lived in ' vibe to the whole setting!
It's really beautiful, there are so many articles in there but still looks open, airy and well lit.
Amazing house, really wish we could have the whole house tour. She has definitely pour her heart and soul into this property.
I love it! Elegant, bright and practical spaces, city house with country heart.
Soñado, increíble. Por fin un hogar, algo con vida y cultura. Feliz de visitarla. Gracias
Beautifully designed with minimislistic elements with great thought ❤ Amazing architectural design 👌
This is such a beautiful video. I felt transported to Westminster. Very tasteful background music.
I love this house. So beautiful!
You don't put bedrooms on the ground floor where the streets are noisy, how ridiculous.
would be nicer if it was pub from the 1920's rather than a pretentious white walled ego driven house for old rich people to live in. peace x
My my, just love it. Hope to own one like this in future.
It’s gorgeous, light, airy, natural, comfortable, cozy, and welcoming. Wow!
I love the gallery wall and colourful rug. I love it!
incredible work
Wow I really liked this project! Many great details. Thanks for the upoload.
I ve seen this video many times. Simple and eclectic house!!!
So much light, i love it!
Absolutely gorgeous. Love her wall of books.
Amazing. Dream home for many! Lights are important in spaces 🥰🥰🥰
They can see the Houses of Parliament from their living room.
Imagine how much that house is worth! 😱
What is in fact in "bad taste" is to have so much space (extremely expensive too) for just two people.
@@sallybrite1530 Please! You'd bite the hand if someone offered it to you. Jealousy is bad taste.
@@MTMF.london Why in the world would I want to clean all that sh*t and be a slave to STUFF?
wow, she created something amazing and gets to live in it every day.
I LOVE THE NATURAL LIGHT....BEAUTIFUL HOUSE.....
Beautiful home. Love the light and the wood next to white 😍
I don't think I've ever seen a house more perfect ✨
Absolutely Stunning!
How charming, love the colors and plants.
What a beautiful house !!!! That library and terrace..a dream !
Never a ‘bad taste” . Absolutely captivating!
Having so much space for just two people is bad taste. Also, I have a feeling the two seniors are not the ones scrubbing all them square feet. You need slaves to maintain it.
Love the furnishings and art.
It is so bright and airy and full of beautiful artwork 👌
The house is incredibly beautiful, with its charming architectural design and meticulous attention to detail.
The aesthetics of the house are visually pleasing, showcasing a harmonious blend of colors, textures, and landscaping.
The overall ambiance of the house exudes a sense of warmth and inviting atmosphere.
The thoughtfully chosen decor and furnishings contribute to the house's overall elegance and appeal.
From the exterior to the interior, every aspect of the house reflects a tasteful and well-designed space that is truly stunning.
it is one of the most beautiful houses I have ever seen...
This house is Beautiful, and it feels like Home 👏🏻❤️
I think now i dont have to see any other house on youtube.thats it.this house is everything.thanx guys for thisexperience.
Thanks l love your home ! very clever your gorgeous interior garden! enjoy it ! congrats!🌱🌱🌱👌🏼😊
this is so lovely . along with the background music.
Absolute refulgence. Love this.
Stop beating up your thesaurus, its dust is getting in our eyes.
So imaginative - RESPECT!!!
This is beautiful!
You can see the "Houses of Parliament" that makes the house feel urban part of town? That's just rich people saying I have enough money to buy a house near important buildings....
Your name says all about you
@@carolkleinhans9612 yes and the photo too. Tasteful. Not.
This is just so next level !
So professional stylish interior with own cozy and lovely face. Everything is completely connected to love.
ABSOLUTELY STUNNNNNNNNNING. Wow.
This is beyond stunning
Looks truly fabulous ... !
What vision Barbara has, a real treat to see her inspiring home.
probably the only grandma whose house looks like that
That is such a stupid and patronizing comment, showing as well that you have no idea about Europeans.
Grace Waszkiewicz woah chill girl 😂 it’s just supposed to be a funny comment
@@GraceCanadaful : a Polish claiming being 🇪🇺 ! Never a French, Danish, German...will do that .
I'm scratching my head wondering why she would want to live in a 5 story house with all of those stairs at her age. She had the house gutted to turn a pub into a home. I hope an elevator was installed and they just forgot to show it.
Candis Agree completely.I noticed one set of stairs only had one handrail. But, then, I can’t talk as one of the things that attracted me to my house was the absence of stairs, - not even a step at the entry.
Hermoso lugar para vivir, sin pretensiones y funcional, lleno de luz y sgnificados... Me encanta.
Masterpiece! 😍
Absolutely wmazing
So many talented people out there.
i love converted spaces!! i wish i could do that somewhere in san francisco
ugh yes
I like the idea of keeping the structure of an old building and updating the inside only; less damaging to the environment. There are some ideas which are doable for ordinary people like me: build a vertical book shelves up to the ceiling and use a ladder to reach the top, make a small garden under skylight or a bay window, and put your lovely pics on the wall the way you like.