A Murphy Bed So Seamless, It’s in the Dining Room
Photo by": Megan Taylor
From the beginning, Nimi Attanayake, founding director of Nimtim Architects, knew she would have to make the most of an already multi-hyphenate space. The couple who live in this two-bedroom, South London flat wanted to extend the rear of their property by creating a larger footprint beneath an upstairs neighbor’s existing balcony. They hoped it would have a strong connection to the garden where their dog Maple loves to play, as well as a shared living and dining area that flowed seamlessly into the kitchen—without existing in one giant room. And here’s the kicker: They also requested a spot to put guests.
“My team and I are increasingly seeing a move away from open plans to a more nuanced layout,” Attanayake says. “People want flexibility in their homes, and this is especially important in small spaces.”
