The Old Marylebone Town Hall
The design of the newly restored Old Marylebone Town Hall is a marriage of old and new, revolving around the sensitive refurbishment and enhancing of the original buildings, with the interior design heightening the celebratory atmosphere of the spaces. The seven marriage rooms of varying sizes follow the themes of silver, rose gold and gold – the precious metals associated with wedding rings. This is captured in the design through the mirrors, fabrics and also the light fittings that range from simple contemporary circular pendants, again a nod to the design of wedding rings, to more elaborate chandeliers. The faithful restoration of the building involved preserving as much as possible of its original fabric. The timber panels have
been restored to enhance the diamond motif in the grain of the wood. The floors throughout the spaces had been covered but now the parquet and oak strip flooring has been revealed and restored. On the marble staircase, the two skylights have now been uncovered and restored, allowing natural light to fill the space as the original design had intended. The exterior stonework, steps and portico have also been restored, transforming dirty stone into a luminous material, which complements the newly gilded inscription above the entrance. There are seven magnificent rooms to choose from at The Old Marylebone Town Hall. The Westminster Room – This is the largest room with seating for 100 people. It has beautiful wood panelling and
an impressive elaborate plasterwork ceiling. Plush carpet adds to the luxurious feel of the room. The Knightsbridge Room – With its panelled plaster walls and feature wall fireplace decorated in ‘De Nimes’ blue, to complement its rich velvet seating for 30 guests, along with the drama created by the light fittings, this room is perfect for more formal occasions.
The Knightsbridge Room
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