Play House

Kentaro Poteliakhoff has learned to forewarn guests about what to expect of his Hackney home, ‘otherwise people do seem to be a little overwhelmed’, he smiles wryly. That’s understandable, because the four floors of this Victorian terrace are something of a sensory revelation. Kentaro has playfully combined decorative rococo pieces with imposing Victorian furniture and colourful and quirky accessories, all set against a backdrop of vivid pastels and bold pattern. ‘I’m comforted by being