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The Crescent at Donaldson's by CALA Homes – Show Home Room by Room

Posted 13 February 2019 by Helen Christie

Alexander James Interior Design was appointed to dress the show home at CALA Homes’ prestigious residential development, The Crescent at Donaldson's...

The Crescent at Donaldson's, from the award-winning CALA Homes, is a collection of apartments, garden apartments, duplexes and penthouses, all set within Edinburgh's beautiful UNESCO World Heritage site.

The 18 acres of private grounds within which The Crescent is set is the largest area of communal green space of its kind in Edinburgh. The surrounding homes include some of the most sought-after addresses in Scotland - an honour which The Crescent at Donaldson's looks set to emulate.

CALA Homes approached Alexander James Interiors to dress the show home at The Crescent at Donaldson’s because of its superb reputation in the upmarket property industry. The company is a World Top 100 designer and winner of multiple awards.

The exceptional interior design delivers a contemporary home that is at once impressive yet warm and welcoming. A palette of soft neutrals provides comfort, balancing with light, warm accent colours, while textures are layered and contrasted with linens, velvets, wools and leathers. The two-bedroom show home is alive with the rich warmth of coppers, golds and burnt ambers, while the three-bedroom duplex is a tranquil haven of aquas and soft teals.  

The Crescent at Donaldson's (CALA Homes)Living room: Our living area design is bold and contemporary, using burnt oranges and metallic tones for a sophisticated look and feel, with open plan seating that is perfect for socialising. This stylish scheme perfectly complements the beautiful backdrop of The Playfair, the adjacent stunning historic residential development.





The Crescent at Donaldson's (CALA Homes)Kitchen / dining area: Elegant and simple, our kitchen dining area is monochrome in style, with large scale artwork adding a pop of colour and warmth. Our dining area is perfect for family meals and entertaining guests.






The Crescent at Donaldson's (CALA Homes)Study: Our study area sits on the mezzanine level of this apartment, with a picturesque outlook over a beautiful building so rich in Scottish heritage. This is the ideal place for professionals to sit and work from home, and a great spot to inspire creativity and imagination.






The Crescent at Donaldson's (CALA Homes)Master bedroom: Our Master Bedroom Design uses soft and sumptuous fabrics to add a touch of sophisticated luxury. Textured wallpaper adds depth while a faux fur throw adds a grand feel to the bedroom. This is the perfect environment to unwind and relax from a busy day of city living.





The Crescent at Donaldson's (CALA Homes)Second bedroom: Our second bedroom is more contemporary, adopting organic elements through the use of wooden furniture and botanical patterns in the soft furnishings. Bright succulents add energy to the room, evoking a playful personality.







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