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One of Alex’s favourite rooms to design, cloakrooms are a place where you can get creative and opt for bolder design choices.
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Project 1 - A London Townhouse
A Bold Cloakroom
Cloakrooms are one of my favourite spaces to design - I love the challenge of a small space and find it's a great room to really push the boat out with luxury finishes and design flourishes.
If you have a tentative client, a cloakroom is a great way to gently introduce them to bolder design choices.
- We have lined the walls with walnut wood to give a real wow-factor.
- A Japanese-inspired back-lit screen above the sink and behind the mirror negates the need for wall lights and provides a beautifully flattering and soft glow to the room.
- A large custom cosmic black marble sink adds a sense of undeniable luxury and elegance to the space.
Note: A cloakroom and a powder room refer to the same thing — a small downstairs toilet, typically without a bath or shower. The two terms are simply regional variations, with "cloakroom" being more commonly used in British English and "powder room" favoured in American English.
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Alex Dauley
Leading British interior designer
Alex Dauley is a powerhouse in the world of interior design. Entering the industry as a second career, she quickly and confidently established her own space, offering clients a seamless, end-to-end design service. In 2020, she joined forces with acclaimed designer Sophie Ashby to co-found United in Design, a pioneering initiative dedicated to driving inclusivity and diversity within the design industry. Alex's design approach is rooted in storytelling, vision, and purpose. Known for her refined aesthetic and intuitive understanding of her clients’ needs, she creates interiors that are not only beautiful but deeply personal, transforming everyday spaces into meaningful sanctuaries. As an advocate for greater representation in design, Alex continues to inspire innovation and cultural change. Her leadership was recognised with a prestigious Black British Business Award in 2021, affirming her impact both within and beyond the creative world.
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