Home House has unveiled a refined transformation of its Grade I listed Drawing Rooms, restoring Robert Adam’s neoclassical interiors for modern club life.
Standing as a bastion of good taste and elegance, in the heart of Marylebone, one of London’s grandest private members’ clubs has unveiled a transformation that is as refined as it is ambitious.
Home House has reimagined its historic Drawing Rooms, breathing new life into a suite of Grade I listed interiors that count among Robert Adam’s finest surviving works.
The redesign, which has been led by Russell Sage Studio, strikes that elusive balance between heritage and modernity, respecting every curve of Adam’s original vision while ensuring the rooms feel alive, relevant, and effortlessly inviting.
A Living Testament to Georgian Brilliance
The Drawing Rooms hold a unique place in London’s architectural story. Adam’s neoclassical genius is usually encountered from behind ropes in stately homes, but here, members can actually live within it.
These rooms were designed not for reverence, but for society, conversation, laughter, and the soft clink of glassware.
That spirit guided Russell Sage Studio’s approach. They worked with extraordinary care within the constraints of a Grade I listing, but the result is far from a museum restoration.
Instead, the rooms have evolved, still recognisably Adam, but refreshed for a club that thrives on connection and comfort.
Where History Meets Hospitality
Russell Sage Studio has built its reputation on heritage-led design, and this project shows why. Every decision, from fabric choice to lighting, feels considered rather than contrived.
The ornate plasterwork and classical motifs have been restored, not remade. Lighting plays a starring role too; original chandeliers now sparkle once again, their crystal drops catching the glow of newly layered light schemes that change with the day.
By morning, the rooms are bright and welcoming. As dusk settles, the atmosphere softens into something warmer and almost cinematic, with the chandeliers casting a gentle shimmer across deep terracotta walls.
Textiles were chosen with equal sensitivity: moiré fabrics that shift with the light, plush upholstery that invites lingering, and tones that ground Adam’s design rather than compete with it.
Dining from Dawn to Dusk
Home House has long been known for its sociable spirit, and the new Drawing Rooms build on that tradition. The spaces now move gracefully through the day, from breakfast meetings to late-night 1.
The menu mirrors this rhythm, beginning with lighter fare and evolving into more indulgent classics as the hours unfold.
Afternoon tea remains a highlight, an occasion rather than a formality. Guests can choose between the Classic or Vegan options, both elegantly presented and served with teas sourced from the London Tea Exchange.
The partnership brings over three hundred rare loose-leaf varieties to the table, ensuring every cup tells a story of provenance and craft. A roaming cake trolley adds a note of whimsy and delight.
From Paper Plane to Mary Pickford
The bar programme is equally impressive, drawing on mixology’s rich history. Timeless cocktails like the Mary Pickford sit alongside modern creations such as the Paper Plane, each served with care and understated theatre.
For those avoiding alcohol, mocktails have been given equal thought, allowing every guest to take part in the ritual of the evening.
As night falls, the rooms transform again. Music rises, conversation deepens, and the restored chandeliers sparkle over tables scattered with 1 coupes.
There’s an energy to it, a sense that the club’s Georgian bones are still hosting the same lively gatherings Adam himself might have imagined.
Four Rooms, Four Personalities
Each of the four rooms has its own distinct character. The Etruscan Rooms, with their warm terracotta palette and glimmering chandelier, feel cocooning and intimate.
The Grand Drawing Room commands attention, anchored by a Chippendale-inspired bar in deep red lacquer with gilt Chinoiserie details, an audacious but beautiful centrepiece.
The Music Room is more restrained, lined in pale mohair and pastel tones, offering a calm retreat from the livelier spaces. It is here that the quieter moments of club life unfold: tea with a friend, a glass of wine before dinner, or simply a pause amid the buzz of the house.
Craft, Character, and Continuity
As Russell Sage put it, “The Drawing Rooms are extraordinary because they carry Robert Adam’s history yet feel alive again. We wanted to make sure the design works for how people want to use them today.”
Andrew Richardson, Managing Director of Home House Collection, echoed that sentiment: “These rooms have always been the beating heart of the club. Now, they’re spaces to use at every hour, vibrant, welcoming, and unmistakably Home House.”
In truth, that is exactly what this transformation achieves. The reimagined Drawing Rooms are not just beautiful, they are lived-in, loved, and utterly relevant.
They stand as proof that great design does not fade with time. It adapts, it endures, and, in the right hands, it thrives once more.
