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White walls and American oak accents along with some careful reconfiguring, revitalises a once dark and uniform Edwardian home. The client brief centred on maximising the space and light as well as optimising the functionality of the rooms. An update was also required for children growing into teenagers, no longer needing playrooms, but rather study nooks and privacy.

The Edwardian ceiling roses, cornices and skirtings have been retained, given a renewed context. Contemporary furniture and fine art selections update the formal spaces without erasing the original character.

The floorplan has been reworked, with simple, effective reconfigurations to allow the living/dining/kitchen spaces to flow more freely. Quiet, unfussy stone benchtops teamed with limed oak joinery and American oak flooring are introduced into the spaces. The joinery also serves as a link between the old and the new elements of the house. The language of the joinery flows from one area to another. The materials equally happy in the old and new parts of the house. Bespoke joinery, floating shelves and teardrop-shaped wall features create surprises throughout the house allowing for new ways for the family to express their quirks and, literally, hang their hat.

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Beatrix Rowe
Beatrix Rowe

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