Farid Karim's Deco House: A Neo-Art-Deco Transformation of a London Terrace
Founded in 2021 by Farid Karim, London-based Farid Karim Design is highlighted in the 2026 edition of Wallpaper* Architects' Directory. Their recent work, Deco House, showcases a neo-art-deco transformation of a terraced residence in London, increasing its size from 100 sq m to 170 sq m through loft extensions, a rear addition, and a summer outhouse. The design features art deco influences such as glazed ceramic tiles and brass fixtures. A koi pond and a circular summer house serve as a home office in the garden. Karim focuses on the synergy between architecture and craftsmanship, inspired by both art deco and modernist aesthetics. This 25th edition directory features 30 studios worldwide and boasts over 500 alumni. The piece was authored by Nana Ama Owusu-Ansah.
Key facts
- Farid Karim Design was founded in 2021 in London.
- Deco House is a neo-art-deco-inspired renovation of a London terrace.
- The project increases the floor plan from 100 sq m to 170 sq m.
- The design includes loft extensions, a rear ground-floor addition, and a summer outhouse.
- Materials include glazed ceramic tiles, brass fixtures, timber finishes, and marble worktops.
- An existing koi pond is integrated into the garden design.
- The studio draws inspiration from art deco, modernist interiors, traditional craftsmanship, and contemporary art.
- Farid Karim has exhibited at Royal Academy Summer Exhibitions.
- The Wallpaper* Architects' Directory is in its 25th edition, featuring 30 studios.
- The directory includes studios from 27 countries.
Entities
Artists
- Farid Karim
- Nana Ama Owusu-Ansah
Institutions
- Farid Karim Design
- Wallpaper*
- Royal Academy
Locations
- London
- United Kingdom
- Australia
- Bahrain
- Benin
- Brazil
- Canada
- Chile
- China
- Denmark
- Ecuador
- Ghana
- Greece
- France
- Ivory Coast
- Italy
- Japan
- Kenya
- Kuwait
- India
- Morocco
- New Zealand
- Saudi Arabia
- Singapore
- Spain
- Switzerland
- USA
- Vietnam