Gaggenau: The perfect appliance partner for the major re-development of The Old War Office building

Gaggenau, the luxury brand for professional-grade home appliances, was the perfect appliance partner for the major re-development of The Old War Office (The OWO) building. Located in London’s Whitehall, directly opposite Horse Guards, this 760,000 sq ft Grade II listed masterpiece has been transformed into a Raffles hotel, private residences, destination restaurants, a spa and boutique shops.

Gaggenau is renowned for its considered approach to kitchen design and nowhere is this more important than in a historic listed building, where custom-fit solutions are a must. Indeed, each of the 85 apartments – which range from studios to five bedroom – had a unique size, shape or aspect, so had to be individually designed. As such, the interior designers 1508 London engaged bespoke kitchen company Smallbone, which – in turn – specified long-term partner Gaggenau.

The kitchens are beautifully understated with doors in a grey-stained timber with delicate brass framing and accents, plus creamy Taj Mahal quartzite worktops. As such, the suite of Gaggenau appliances were the ideal choice, as they work in harmony with the luxurious colour schemes.

Built in 1906, the Old War Office is a building that has witnessed world-changing events. Winston Churchill, David Lloyd George and Lord Kitchener all worked here, not to mention T E Lawrence and Ian Fleming. Now, a new chapter is being written as the 125-room Raffles hotel and 85 fully-serviced Raffles branded residences combine old-world grandeur with modern luxury.