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Christina and Giles were the absolute dream team to work with. Such a lovely and capable couple who both had clear visions on how they wanted their home to work for their family, but also the style. Slight problem was that while Christina was all cool sleek minimalism, Giles had a passion for antiques. And a lock-up of treasures to go with! There was a little bit of push and pull as to how much of Giles’ treasures came into the house but I think when you are doing a new build or extension some old pieces can really help soften a place and give it soul. I think the couple came up with the perfect compromise

Before…

Living room

After…

 

I think Giles’ idea to add some period detailing was genius. But as their sixties, semi wouldn’t lend itself to the traditional picture rails and dado rail combo we made it modern. Christina mentioned French panelling and so these long panels were made using beading, then nailed or glued to the wall. In the theme of making the past more modern, I pulled the dark navy ceiling colour down onto the walls to picture rail height. The panelling looks dipped in paint and I think it looks so cool.

The dark navy and grey colour scheme is really dramatic. The dark ceiling makes this tall room feel cosier while the soft grey helps keep the overall feeling light and bright. I love how the brass light fitting is striking against the dark background

 

 

 

Ceiling painted in Bond Street Blue 219, Mylands

Walls in Sloane Square 92, Mylands

White Washed Wood Effect Porcelain Floor Tile, Total Tiles

FURNITURE

Armchairs, Giles’ own

Fingal 2 seat sofa in Prussian blue, sofa.com

Taylor Coffee Table, sofa.com

Burnt Orange Velvet Occasional Stool, Cult Furniture

Mustard Velvet Occasional Stool, Cult Furniture

Melandra Solid Wood Library Bookcase/ Media Unit, Wayfair

Vintage side tables, Giles’ own

LIGHTING

The Brass Trastevere Lantern, Pure White Lines

Vintage lamps, Giles’s own

SOFT FURNISHINGS

Gobi Beige rug, Benuta

Villa Nova Toubou Cushion in Tabasco, Naken

Eave Embroidery Cushion in Navy and Grey, John Lewis

PLANTS

Artificial 5-foot Palm Tree in Pot, Wayfair

Faux Palm Plant and Woven Pot, Maisons Du Monde

ACCESSORIES

Ceramic pots, all Crackden&Wonkypot

Glass Black Hurricane Candleholder w/ Handle, Dunelm

All other vintage accessories, Giless’ own

KITCHEN

Christina was all set to order a grey kitchen when I met her, so I’m so pleased I got her to slam on the breaks and go a bit braver with colour. This delicious dark navy is just stunning and the large open plan light-filled space can really take it! Couples with marble style worktops and splashbacks and brass handles, it has really elevated the look of this space. The pale grey wall colour is much softer than bright white in a room so flooded with sunlight, which can appear harsh at certain times of the day.

The fitted banquet seating is wrapped around by worktop so Christina has the perfect place to cook for the family while enjoying everyone’s company. The table can be extended to seat more people when they have added guests. Accents of burnt orange, walnut and ochre contrast beautifully with the navy.

 

 

Feature wall painted in Bond Street Blue 219, Mylands 

Walls in Sloane Square 92, Mylands

White Washed Wood Effect Porcelain Floor Tile, Total Tiles 

FURNITURE

Infinity Shaker 5 Piece Kitchen in Navy Grain, Wren Kitchens

Kensington extending dining table by Julian Bowen, House of Isabella

Aalborg Dining Chair, Walnut Ash Wood, Cult Furniture

Velvet 3-seater sofa in teal, Swyft

Gloria White Marble Side Table, Rose & Grey

SOFT FURNISHINGS

Villa Nova Asante Cushion in Husk, Naken

Andrew Martin Kerala Square Cushion, Naken

Kirkby Design Dimension Cushion in Burnt Orange, Naken

Rectangular velvet Cushion Cover in Dirty Orange, Oka

Cushions- Paprika, Mango, Prussian Blue, Sofa.com

ACCESSORIES

Good Vibes Neon Sign, Yellow Pop

Gold Swept Frame, Frames R Us

Artwork-003 Face, Mary Bowkett

Artwork-002 Face, Mary Bowkett

Artwork-002 the Kiss, Mary Bowkett 

Artwork-004 Face, Mary Bowkett 

Artwork-004 We are here, Mary Bowkett

LIGHTING

Richie Floor Lamp, sofa.com

Richie Table Lamp, sofa.com

 

Girls Bedroom

The girls’ bedroom had to be a space they could share while also celebrating their love of art and crafts. To make the most of the small footprint of the room we prioritised a bank of fitted wardrobes for clothes, toys and books. Next, a triple bunk bed again makes the most of the limited floor space and offers an extra bed for sleepovers or relaxing. Finally, a fitted desk space in the corner with corkboard above means the girls have an area to get creative.

 

Wallpaper in Ravdunge Yellow by Boråstapeter, Wallpaper Direct 

Walls painted in Pink Ground 202 Paint, Farrow & Ball 

Woodwork painted in Yeabridge Green 287 Paint, Farrow & Ball

Ceiling stripes painted in Babouche 223, Farrow & Ball 

Corkboard made using Large Cork Roll 6mm, SPD UK

Pelmore 8mm Laminate Flooring in Echo White, Discount Flooring Depot

FURNITURE

Flair Triple Decker Bunk Bed, Bed Kingdom

Desk Filing Cabinet, Wayfair

Labkapten Table Top, Ikea

Wood Dressing Table and Mirror in Jade Green, John Lewis 

Living Baltimore Low Stool in Sage Green Velvet, Cult Furniture

Diona Chair Green, Kallevig

Scalloped Yellow Velvet Cocktail Armchair, The Best Room

White PAX/GRIMO Wardrobe combination, Ikea 

Bagganas Handle in brass, Ikea 

LIGHTING

Medium Frosted Bubble Chandelier, Dowsing & Reynolds

Torchlight Shaped Wall Light in Macaron, Beautiful Halo

SOFT FURNISHINGS

Reverse Stripe Cushion in Yellow, John Lewis 

Bedding, Habitat

Bedding, Ikea

Gobi multicolour rug, Benuta