Interior designer Martin Kemp’s month ahead in London

Words by
Sphere Life

7th March 2018

The founder of Martin Kemp Design – famed for its ultra-luxury interiors – discusses his March plans, from tippling at The Connaught to shopping at Cromford Leather

Martin Kemp
A walk you are looking forward to taking?

I always enjoy walking through the streets of the city at night or early on Sunday morning when all is calm. I usually start at Bank and thread my way through many of the old alleys and side-streets, taking in the juxtaposition of old and new, imagining the daily life that has taken place in the backstreets for hundreds of years.

 A new book you want to read? 

I am fascinated by history and classic cars so something related to those subjects often grabs my inquisitive mind.

Which bars will you be visiting? 

I am fond of tippling in The Connaught as there is much glamour and lovely detailing to admire whilst sipping a Globetrotter.

Martin Kemp design

The Challenger private jet by Martin Kemp Design

Which cafés? 

The Regency on Regency Street in SW1 - think traditional formica, mugs of piping hot tea and a hearty builder's breakfast.

Which new restaurants? 

Caravan Bankside - although not that new anymore - is a favourite of mine. It has a very interesting menu with stimulating combinations and unusual recipes.
 

Artesia

Artesia in Mumbai by Martin Kemp Design

Any in-the-know shops you might go to ? 

Cromford Leather on Chiltern St, classic men’s coats and apparel with a subtle twist.

 Where might you get a lovely spa feature done – or, where do you enjoy getting fit? 

I train with Pal Nemeth and swim in a private pool close to my office in Victoria. I rarely use a spa unless I am on holiday, but I could easily be a regular in Teds Grooming Room in Lancaster Place for the occasional tidying.
 

Yacht

Logica Yacht interiors by Martin Kemp Design

Your favourite hidden spot in London? 

Vincent Square would be my ideal choice to make a home, peaceful, overlooking sports pitches and often as quiet as the countryside.

Your favourite London brand and why? 

Bolongaro Trevor for their t-shirts, quirky cut, flattering fit and comfortable fabrics, what’s not to like?