It is amazing how a building designed in 1930’s can feel so present and timeless.
I had the opportunity to have a tour of Erno & Ursula Goldfingers’ home today. Our tour was narrated by a very old gentleman volunteering for National Trust, he was unbelievably on point with all the details of the art collection inside the house, along with citations of historical bits, including all the years and dates. He even had brochures of past art exhibitions that correlated with many artists’ work inside the home. Hampstead’s history is very much intertwined with post World War 2 artists coming together in one neighbourhood. In my kind opinion, Hampstead is one of the most beautiful areas to live in London (if you are earning good enough ☺︎).
I must say, taking photos was prohibited, but I shamelessly disobeyed and took a ton. It saddens me that many organic & original materials (different and rare wood types/ or recycled factory materials/ stones/ marbles and many more) and good quality interior design tools aren't easily accessible in our economic period (although one can still do their best hunting in flea markets!).
I am adding some photos below, not only for my record but to spark some inspiration for those who will come across this post. Our living surroundings are so important for our mental and spiritual well-being. Even the placement of one lamp and its colour can have grave effects on a person’s mood. I cannot stand white fluorescent white lights for example, and definitely not fond of ceiling lights.
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So many memories this place held, and almost all belongings of the Goldfinger family were still there, as if they were to just walk in and continue their daily routines.
