Beechworth Project (Part II)

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The brief was to make this kitchen match the country cottage within which it was placed (which dates back to the 1860s!). Years ago, a modern extension was built, and with it came an ultra modern kitchen that jarred with its surrounds. Flat profiled cabinetry doors, glass splashback, white cabinets and white laminate benchtops, chunky orange timber details, integrated handles and chrome tapware etc. Structurally, the bones of the kitchen were good, so it didn’t feel right to tear it out and start from scratch - it just needed some TLC to get some of its charm back.

We replaced the laminate benchtop with a stunning statement natural stone on the island (which looks and feels incredible) and an engineered stone for the back bench, replaced the sink and mixer, added cabinetry hardware, replaced the splashback with beautiful tonal tiles, and re-clad the bench in a panelled profile which we painted in a deep green colour, in keeping with the dark blue/green hues adopted in the bedrooms and hallways (Part I). Additional joinery was designed for an appliance nook and extra storage and a gorgeous pendant was added to the dining area.

Hard to believe it’s the same space. It feels completely different - loved, and lived in, and finally at home in this beautiful little country cottage.

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Beechworth Project (Part II)

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Melange Series Handmade Look Tiles
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Hè Hè Design is the Interior Design studio of Erin Fairmaid, based in Melbourne, Australia

Hè Hè is the Dutch expression for 'a sigh of relief’, often said when putting one’s feet up at the end of a long day. Though, it is more than an expression to me; it’s a connection to my Dutch heritage, a part of me which I hold very dear to my heart.

I love creating homes that are cosy, inspiring, comfortable and lived in. Homes that leave a lasting, emotional connection due to a particular element, texture or colour.  It’s the emotional connectedness to a home that I’m looking to achieve through all of my designs.  If someone tells me that they feel something because of what we have created together, I have successfully done my job!   And there is simply nothing more important to me than ensuring my clients have a home that they can retreat to at the end of the day to find complete happiness and forget the worries of the world.

I love creating wholesome relationships with each of my clients and getting to know them on a more personal level. While Interior Design is an incredibly valuable and seriously considered process, it is also a time to have a bit of fun and release your inner most creative thoughts, push the boundaries, have a laugh and trust that together we can create your very own version of Hè Hè.