As for the rest of the area, Kate has a large wooden desk, and a striped chair with wooden framing. Prince William 's home working space has a similar large, wooden desk to Kate's.
He also has an antique-style desk lamp, and an additional chest of drawers in a lighter, chestnut wood with a white printer on top. Behind him, there is a large fireplace and mirror. The Duke and Duchess shared a glimpse inside their London residence when they hosted Michelle and Barack Obama in And, like many of us, the duchess admitted her vision includes some choice IKEA pieces.
Back in , a source described 1A to E! News , saying it had a bright feel. According to biographer Andrew Morton, the palace was a "children's paradise" with its long passageways, a helicopter pad, and many outdoor gardens, including one on the roof where the family spent many hours.
Nowadays, the buildings are mainly occupied by palace staff. The property was renovated for the purpose, and was converted into a newsroom for the day when Kate acted as a guest editor for the Huffington Post in February The State Apartments of the palace, those that are not open to the public, have long been home to members of the extended royal family. A handful of retired military personnel and staff also live in the apartments.
Up You're reading Who lives at Kensington Palace? Prince William and Kate Middleton's royal neighbours revealed. Back Next Serena Williams causes a stir in jaw-dropping mini dress. Apartment 1A - Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton and Prince William live in a room, four-storey mansion that previously belonged to Princess Margaret and boasts five reception rooms, three main bedrooms, dressing rooms, a night and day nursery, and staff quarters.
Loading the player Princess Eugenie, cousin to William and Harry, moved in to the palace's Ivy Cottage with husband Jack Brooksbank just before their October wedding last year — and out of the four bedroom apartment in St. James's Palace she used to share with her sister, Beatrice.
There are 50 residents of the palace in total. The rest are military members, courtiers and staff, along with a sprinkling of regular citizens who pay market rent for their royal dwelling. Given that most of the palace is a private royal residence, there's not been much chance to have a sneak peek inside. But a few pictures taken during former President Obama's visit to the home, alongside his wife Michelle, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, and Prince Harry, have shared an insight into how the palace is decorated.
The room appears plush and lavish but cosy too, with plenty of warm lamps and candles, and comfortable beige sofas and carpets. Older photographs of Princess Diana and her two sons also revealed a glimpse into the private apartments at Kensington Palace too. While the home certainly looks grand and well looked-after, it also undeniably looks cosy and homely too, with comfy sofas and carpets, and the opportunity for the current family to decorate any way they wish to. Of course, Kensington Palace is set just next to Hyde Park - meaning it is surrounded by greenery and nature - a rare splash of luck in London!
The grounds are most easily recognised by the 'Round Pound' just behind the palace - which can be seen from aerial photographs. There are also many memorials and statues to be found within the palace grounds, including the Peter Pan statue, and the Princess Diana Memorial Fountain. Held within the grounds of the palace is also the Serpentine Gallery, too. But when it comes to the private gardens of the palace, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's engagement photocall back in November gave the world a rare glimpse into the stunning green areas the royals enjoy at Kensington Palace - specifically, the Sunken Garden.
The images show an impressive pond, and manicured lawns and plenty of gorgeous plants and flowers! Kensington Palace falls under the ownership of the Crown Estate, meaning it is made available to the reigning monarch and her descendants to use as they wish—mostly, of course, as living quarters. Amy Hunt is Life Channel Editor at womanandhome.
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