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- Mar 27, 13BRIEF: Completely renovate, furnish and decorate two bedroom property in East London.Construction Notes:- Remove wall separating hallway from living area to create an open plan living area- Remove ensuite bathroom to create one large bathroom and built-in wardrobe for master bedroom.- Expose brick on back wall in master bedroom and whitewash- Remove partition to provide more space for kitchen areaCONCEPT BOARD:My favourite aspect of this project was the original hardwood flooring, as you can see from the before & after, it was in pretty rough shape. We had a specialist come in and refinish the floors, but left all of the original warping and indentations. The idea was to highlight the existing architectural details, drawing warmth from the flooring and exposed brick. The furniture was chosen to maintain the open feeling of the space, with nothing anchored to the floor.In the master bedroom we exposed the brick on the back wall and whitewashed it to maintain the clean minimal space the client wanted for his sleeping space.The bathroom is the most dramatic change, with everything completely removed and replaced. See before and after images at DesignSponge* and Houzz
The previous owners were using the small spare bedroom as a walk in closet area, but we wanted to make this a functional home office and guest bedroom. This was achieved by getting rid of the extra unnecessary second bathroom to make room for a built-in wardrobe for the master bedroom. - Oct 05, 12
- Mar 27, 13BRIEF: Completely renovate, furnish & style one bedroom property in West London.Construction Notes:- Remove wall enclosing kitchen area- Remove old hot water heater etc. in bedroom wardrobe- Utilise dead space between bath and bedroom for larger shower- Move bathroom door to accommodate better layout
- Replace existing floor with hardwood throughout
BEFORE & AFTER
The challenging aspect of this project was the size. This was tackled by opening up the floor plan of the common rooms and keeping the colour palette clean. The results were dramatic, transforming the claustrophobic spaces into one bright and open area.
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Design Process
Stage One: Briefing
The briefing stage consists of a meeting which takes place on site, wherein the client’s needs and expectations are completely assessed and understood. In this briefing we will discuss which rooms need to be designed and to what extent, as well as what kind of style and timelines we will be working towards. If everyone is happy to move forward, after this meeting a proposal outlining fees, deadlines and a plan for further stages will be sent to the client.
Stage Two: Initial Design
After the briefing is complete and the client has approved the fee proposal, the design process begins. Boards, schemes and design proposals will be presented to the client. Any custom furniture, installations or lighting will be specified and drawn up at this stage.
Communication is very important during the design process so there will be regular meetings to ensure that we are on target with the timeline and, most importantly, the vision the client has for their home.
Stage Three: On Site
After the design is approved, work on site begins. In most cases we will be able to manage and oversee all work being carried out on the property and work in collaboration with any contractors. In this stage all of the finishes will be finalised and fit to create a canvas for your furniture and artwork.
At this time all orders will be placed for textiles, wallpapers, lighting and custom furniture. These items take anywhere from 8 – 16 weeks to receive so must be ordered from the commencement of on-site work.
All orders will be closely monitored to avoid or correct any errors with suppliers.
Stage Four: Final Installation
Once all work is completed on site we will manage the delivery and placement of all furniture, artwork and home accessories.
Clients can choose to opt in for any one or all of the above stages. Pricing is unique to each project and clients needs. If you are interested in talking to me about your project, please contact me using the form to the left.
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Features + Press
- Features + press
7 Sneaky ways to make your tiny flat look huge: "You know your flat's tiny when a Tube journey during rush hour feels downright roomy. Whether you can touch the walls of your bedroom without leaving your bed or have converted your lounge into a office-bedroom-dining-room hybrid, you've no doubt learned by now that London's cutthroat property market leaves few options for affordable housing that isn't completely claustrophobic.So, what's a gal with a single bed (eek!) and a seriously lacklustre space to do? Consult the experts, of course! We've quizzed four top London interior decorators and stylists for their go-to tricks to help make the most of a small space. Get inspired by their tips and projects — and stop letting that cramped flat cramp your style." by erin donnelly
Quirky by Nature : A converted warehouse dating back to the 1800s is given a new lease on life whilst drawing inspiration from its East London heritage by Kelly Lavender, Photography by James BalstonHouzz Tour: Warehouse Conversion in East London Sees Full Potential Functional spaces, an open floor plan and optimized storage units transform this warehouse into an efficient small home by Cathy Lara
Other mentions:Arianna Interiors - UK | East End InspirationJames Balston Photography - UK | Go EastInterior Break - Italy | Fascino Industriale a LondraLoving it - Poland | Industrialne wnętrze w rystykalnoVrouwen - Netherlands | Huis Make-Over
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about me
- a little bit about me. . .
On a Spring day in 1996 my mother, completely on a whim (pretty much her approach to all things in life), decided to paint the walls of our dining room chartreuse. The new colour completely changed the look of the room and the feelings we had as a family when we dined there. Family dinners instantly became more lively, and every single person that walked into the house had a noticeable reaction to the vibrant colour. The day my mother painted the dining room chartreuse was the day I realised how much design can impact a space and the people in it.From then on my love of design grew, and in 2004 I packed my meagre belongings and boarded a plane from New York to London, where I came to study interior design. I've been here ever since and have been fortunate to work with and learn from some incredibly talented people.
Since starting my own company I have had the opportunity to undertake a variety of large and small scale residential projects, always working closely with my clients to ensure they feel happy and at home long after the project's completion.
When I'm not busy drawing plans and specifying finishes, I can usually be found eating ice cream, scouring the internet for treasures and new design blogs, getting lost in London, and reading about far away lands... but mostly eating ice cream.
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