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WINTER HOMES STYLISH NEW BUILD Cotty I’ve got everything from Seventies glam to Art Deco in here, and I love to add plenty of personal touches Garden views The extension, which the couple paid for separately, can be turned into extra guest accommodation with the Havsten sofa bed from Ikea. Cotty has furnished the space with a secondhand coffee table, a Next sideboard, and new curtains from Dunelm FEBRUARY 2023 GOODHOMESMAGAZINE.COM 51

Hallway A deep charcoal- green shade, Pullman Green from Craig & Rose’s 1829 range looks just as good in a modern house as a period property. The slimline storage unit is from La Redoute, and a secondhand mirror makes the space feel bigger luckily, as the couple had already sold their flat, they were able to move Landing in with Cotty’s nan who lives nearby. ‘It was supposed to only be for six Cotty has continued Craig months, but it ended up being 15! We were very grateful to her, but it & Rose’s Pullman Green was wonderful to finally complete on the house in October 2020.’ up the stairs on the bottom half of the wall, framing Although the kitchen and bathrooms were in, the rest of the house a series of bright animal had been finished by the developer with grey walls in every room, but prints from Etsy above. this didn’t last long. ‘We couldn’t wait, so we painted a couple of rooms The bubble chandelier is the day we moved in, just to get rid of the feeling of living in a grey shell,’ from Dowsing & Reynolds Cotty recalls. Over the next 18 months the couple painstakingly worked their way through the house, giving it a distinctive dose of their own style, Guest bedroom as well as totally making over the garden. ‘I did nearly all the painting, ‘Sparrow & Plumb are and Caine is great at DIY so we’re a good combination,’ she says. ‘We do great with ideas, and I sit down and discuss things, but generally he’s happy to trust me on the found the Maison Voyage interiors side. It took up most of our spare time, evenings and weekends, Hermione Linen wallpaper but we’re thrilled at the way it’s turned out.’ for this room through them, teaming it with Craig & Upstairs, the couple knew what they wanted to do with the three Rose’s Swedish Blue and bedrooms, picking the main en-suite bedroom as their own and turning Violet Slate,’ explains Cotty

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the one at the front into a guest bedroom. ‘As we only vintage. ‘I’ve got everything from Seventies glam to Art Deco have ourselves to please, we decided to transform the in here, and I love to add plenty of personal touches.’ And third room into a dressing room-cum-office,’ says Cotty. she feels she has succeeded in her quest to give new builds a ‘It’s a real luxury not having our clothes cluttering up better image. ‘I think people are afraid to change the neutral our bedroom, and gives us more space.’ colours they’ve been given, but there’s so much you can do. We’ve spent £15,000 overall, and learned so much doing up A self-confessed lover of colour, Cotty stops short of this place that we may even go for an older house next time.’ describing herself as a maximalist, but is a fan of all things

Main bedroom WINTER HOMES The couple added instant STYLISH NEW BUILD character to their bedroom with panelling painted in Cotty Little Greene’s Basalt Blue. The Lime Green headboard People are contrasts beautifully, and afraid to change the neutral colours Cotty made the bolster they’ve been given, cushion herself using old but there’s so much bedlinen fabric from Ikea you can do En suite Although the sanitaryware for their en suite came as part of their new- home package, Cotty personalised the space with pink tiles from Walls and Floors, and cleverly upcycled the Ikea vanity unit using on-trend beading and black spray paint FEBRUARY 2023 GOODHOMESMAGAZINE.COM 55

WINTER HOMES STYLISH NEW BUILD LOOKINGFOR PAINT IDEAS? Visit goodhomes magazine.com for the latest decorating tips & inspiration, whatever the room Bathroom Bringing colour into this room was essential for Cotty. ‘I upcycled my Ikea vanity unit using the same Pullman Green paint as the hallway and landing, and put Farrow & Ball’s Calke Green on the walls.’ The Get Naked bathmat from Next DGGVDIXQŴRXULVKWRWKHVSDFH 56 GOODHOMESMAGAZINE.COM FEBRUARY 2023





WINTER HOMES PERIOD RENO ‘Calming interiors Tiffany Irving has overhauled a were a must’tired1920shouseto create a light and airy Californian-inspired forever home Words & styling NAOMI JONES Photography BRENT DARBY Living room Inspired byWKH3DFLƓF&RDVWwhen designing her new home’s interiors, Tiffany SDLQWHGWKHRULJLQDOƓUHVXUURXQGZKLWH, furnishing with plenty of neutral texture – from the Swoon Munich sofas and AM.PM Nyborg Berber-style rug from La Redoute, to the large pendant light from Heal’s. Beautiful reclaimed oak double doors close the living space off from the hall, which is useful after the children have gone to bed FEBRUARY 2023 GOODHOMESMAGAZINE.COM 59

Pared-back scheme our years ago, Tiffany Irving and her husband Ed Tiffany decided to open- took the brave step of selling their beautifully renovated XSWKHJURXQGŴRRUDV Victorian semi in the Manchester suburbs to move into rented accommodation, so that they could begin PXFKDVSRVVLEOHWROHW transforming a dated 1920s property into their forever family home. PD[LPXPQDWXUDOOLJKWŴRZ, ‘We’d moved into our old house back in 2016 – a month before DFFHVVRULVLQJZLWKGLIIHUHQW we realised I was pregnant with our fourth child,’ explains Tiffany. ‘We knew we wanted to do quite a bit of work to the property, but ZRRGWRQHVWKURXJKRXW when we received that happy news, my nesting instincts really went LQFOXGLQJWKHSLDQREHQFK, ZKLFKVKHIRXQGLQWKHFHOODU 7KHDUWZRUNDERYHLVfrom 3DSHU&ROOHFWLYH

WINTER HOMES PERIOD RENO into overdrive and somehow, we turned that place around in a year, Step inside... including a wraparound extension.’ Meet the owners In 2019, however, the couple decided to take the plunge again – this Tiffany Irving, a photographer, time with a house that was in need of a complete renovation to achieve and husband Ed, a business Tiffany’s dream of Californian-style interiors featuring white walls, lots of natural light and as many organic materials as possible. The to-do list development manager, live began by updating all the plumbing and electrics, the demolition of several here with children Riley, 16, walls to create an open-plan layout reminiscent of the Pacific Coast homes Astrid, 14, Asa, 9 and Rafferty, 6 Tiffany loved, plus a loft conversion to create two further bedrooms for House details $ƓYHEHGURRPVVHPL detached house in Manchester When they bought it 2019 FEBRUARY 2023 GOODHOMESMAGAZINE.COM 61

Kitchen-diner A slim side window has been added to this open-plan space to lighten it further, and Ikea base units ƓWWHGZLWK2DN6FDQGL J-Groove doors by 3XUH6FDQGL. Tiffany opted for a large antique dining table instead of an island, paired with vintage Marcel Breuer Cesca chairs. Copita contemporary ceiling lights from La Redoute complete the look

WINTER HOMES PERIOD RENO NEEDNEW DININGCHAIRS? Head to goodhomes magazine.com for our edit of the latest designs for both classic and modern schemes Design detail Tiffany has kept her walls free of cupboards to maintain a light, clean look, except for one small rattan cabinet from H&M Home, which echoes the back of the dining chairs and keeps medicine safely away from the children their eldest children, Riley and Astrid, with a Jack-and- Tiffany was also keen to put back some of the period Jill shower room and a communal lounging space. details that, to her eye, seemed to be missing. ‘I love dramatic pendant lighting, and felt that the designs I had In addition, the two youngest, Asa and Rafferty, would in mind wouldn’t look right without ceiling roses being share a stylish bedroom in the original part of the house, installed,’ she explains. ‘This house may never have had thanks to Tiffany’s eye for colour and detail. The couple’s them previously, if the owners were reliant on side lighting own bedroom, meanwhile, would be transformed with and lamps, but for me, a period property isn’t complete a section carved off for a luxurious en suite, and floor- without those kinds of features.’ to-ceiling windows to provide amazing view of the fields beyond – a view that drew them to this unspoiled, idyllic With plenty of experience renovating older houses, part of suburban Manchester from the very start. ‘It felt the thought of transforming this one didn’t daunt Tiffany, like we were starting from scratch all over again,’ Tiffany especially as this time the couple chose to live off site for says. ‘But this time it would be with calming interiors, the worst part of the work. ‘Being able to walk away from a which are a must when you have a big, busy family.’ building site at the end of the day was far less stressful than FEBRUARY 2023 GOODHOMESMAGAZINE.COM 63



WINTER HOMES PERIOD RENO Family space With a love of art and photography, Tiffany has created an eye-catching gallery wall, which also cleverly disguises The Frame Art Mode TV by Samsung. An oversized Elora rattan disc pendant from La Redoute hangs from a ceiling rose that Tiffany had installed to reinstate period features into the rooms Tiffany I love dramatic pendant lights, but they wouldn’t have looked right without features like ceiling roses living amongst the chaos like last time,’ she recalls. ‘Plus, this time around I wasn’t also caring for a newborn, although I did have the added challenge of potty training to contend with!’ The family finally moved in that September, but not quite to a completed house. ‘We’d hoped that the builders would have finished their part of the transformation,’ explains Tiffany, ‘but there was still quite a lot of work to be done when our rental contract ended. So a dear friend let us stay for a couple of weeks, but as much as our two families are incredibly close, six house guests was a lot for them to take on, so Ed and I decided to bite the bullet and move into our new, albeit unfinished, home.’ While the builders completed their share of the work, Tiffany began to source all the paint and finishing touches for the FEBRUARY 2023 GOODHOMESMAGAZINE.COM 65

upstairs spaces, as well as the all-important units for as you can pick up some great pre-loved items on Ebay the kitchen and the fixtures for the bathrooms. ‘This is or Facebook Marketplace.’ such a lovely light and bright house,’ she says. ‘Especially with the addition of the larger windows I’ve chosen for Tiffany also saved on the kitchen by using basic Ikea the back. I didn’t want to detract from that, so I’ve used carcasses, creating the look she wanted with doors from a chalky white shade throughout, and the kitchen unit Pure Scandi. ‘If you’re prepared to do your research you doors tone with our other furniture and accessories, can come up with loads of ways to realise your vision on such as the light fittings, tables and stools. a budget,’ she says. ‘There was a lot to do in this house and every penny I could save helped.’ ‘I love mixing old with new, including vintage and antique pieces to add texture and character,’ Tiffany adds. With work now almost complete, the result is a home ‘It’s also a great way to save a bit of money along the way, that is incredibly easy on the eye, with space aplenty for all the family to play, work, cook as well as spend time Hallway Allowing the original stained glass to be the focal point, Tiffany chose Raw Cotton plank ŴRRULQJIURP7HG7RGG for the entrance hall, DQGVLPSOHIXUQLVKLQJV LQFOXGLQJDQAnkara NLOLPUXJ and Adas Indian-style bench IURP/D5HGRXWH Main bedroom Tiffany has FRPELQHG bedlinens in different FRORXUVIURP/D 5HGRXWHto create a UXVWLF\\HWFRPIRUWDEOH feel in WKHLUURRP She had the chair in the corner, which she IRXQGGLVFDUGHGLQ the street, recovered before discovering it’s DQRULJLQDO0ºOOHU The PLUURU is by=DUD+RPH Style steal From tactile materials like macramé and woven grasses to colourful tapestries and decorative paper designs, wall hangings are a big trend this season. Choose handmade pieces for a relaxed, boho look or traditional prints for more formal styling 66 GOODHOMESMAGAZINE.COM FEBRUARY 2023

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WINTER HOMES Tiffany PERIOD RENO I always mix old Astrid’s with new, using bedroom both vintage and With similar antique pieces tastes to her mum, Astrid chose a to add texture Dremisland sunset and character wall tapestry from Amazon and a pair of Barcelone metal trunks from Maisons du Monde for her room Shower room A Jack-and-Jill design shared by the couple’s two eldest children in the loft bedrooms, this smart en suite is perfect IRUWHHQDJHUVIHDWXULQJPDWWEODFNƓ[WXUHVDQGƓWWLQJVDQG +D\\HN+H[ŴRRUWLOHV in Moss from Claybrook Studio. For a similar enclosure and shower, try Victorianplumbing.co.uk together. It has even created an additional revenue stream, as Tiffany has managed to secure the house as a location property for advertising campaigns and promotions. ‘One of the highlights has to be when our home was used for the Lego Sponsorship Campaign of the UEFA Women’s Euros last year, as we’re big fans of Lego in this house. ‘There are still a few jobs to tick off the list, and there will probably be ongoing developments over the coming years as the children grow,’ says Tiffany. ‘But that’s fine, as this is our long-term family home, and we love it.’ 68 GOODHOMESMAGAZINE.COM FEBRUARY 2023

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‘We knew it could be something special’ Louise and Adam BovingdonƓQDOO\\won over ORFDOSODQQHUV to transform a dated house into a modernIDPLO\\KRPH Words MARISHA TAYLOR Photography JAMES FRENCH

WINTER HOMES THIRTIES SEMI Kitchen-diner Stylish Crittall-style French doors connect the indoor and outdoor spaces, while replica-wood tiles from Marazzi run throughout the kitchen and snug, creating a calm continuity. The Mobile chandelier from West Elm adds a metallic accent FEBRUARY 2023 GOODHOMESMAGAZINE.COM 73

Open-plan space hen Louise and Adam Bovingdon bought a Acting as a natural divide between neglected 1930s semi back in 2015, they knew the cooking and dining areas, a large that with a large back garden and space to extend, dark-blue island allows space for the potential was there to turn it into their dream four contemporary bar stools from home. However, it was to be a long journey with some unexpected Vaunt Design. Glass pendants from obstacles before the couple could realise their vision. ‘With a small, Industville and light-wood furniture 30-year-old timber-clad kitchen and a jarring blue bathroom, the from Loaf contribute to Louise’s property was run-down and in desperate need of updating,’ Louise Scandi aesthetic while softening the recalls. ‘Nevertheless, it was well-proportioned and had a good feel.’ industrial feel of the black steel doors

WINTER HOMES THIRTIES SEMI Having outgrown their previous home – a three-bedroom Step inside... Victorian terrace in London’s Raynes Park – the couple were in desperate need of more space, plus sons Leo and Max were Meet the owners approaching school age, so they were keen to move into a good Childrenswear designer Louise catchment area. ‘The main attraction was the size of the garden, Bovingdon and husband Adam, which was unusually large for the area and perfect for our energetic head of property development boys,’ says Louise. ‘It also meant we could extend without impacting at a private bank, live here with too much on the outside space. With Wimbledon village and the common within walking distance, we knew it was a great find.’ children Leo, 10 and Max, 8 House details A four-bedroom, 1930s semi-detached property in Wimbledon, south-west London When they bought it 2015 FEBRUARY 2023 GOODHOMESMAGAZINE.COM 75

Design details A small but impactful addition, brushed-brass handles from the Ironmongery Experts add warmth to the scheme Utility room Decorative ŴRRUtiles from Mandarin Stone have been used in contrast to the kitchen, which along with dark painted cabinetry, add a touch of drama Light & bright Opting for white painted walls and open shelving instead of wall cabinets maximises the open feel of the space, with bespoke wooden cabinetry by Higham Furniture painted in Little Greene’s French Grey Initially the Bovingdons got on with some basic renovations, updating the tired kitchen and bathroom on a small budget, replastering and decorating walls, and replacing carpets and flooring. Living in the house meant they could get a real sense of what they would want from an extension and how to maximise on space. Eventually with the help of an architect, ambitious plans for a double-height rear and side extension were drawn up to incorporate a large kitchen/ dining room – with a separate utility room, toilet and a snug downstairs, and a new main bedroom and en suite upstairs. However, with tweaked plans going back and forth, planning approval was to take over four years. ‘It was an extremely frustrating process,’ explains Louise. ‘Everything felt like it was on hold, but having years to think and plan the renovation meant that when our application was finally

WINTER HOMES THIRTIES SEMI Snug Internal steel doors from Emerald Doors connect the kitchen-diner with the snug, where Louise has used a blue and rust colour scheme, including cushions from West Elm and a throw from Artisans & Adventurers, to make it even cosier in the evenings FEBRUARY 2023 GOODHOMESMAGAZINE.COM 77

Perfect panelling AL ST Painted in Juniper Ash from Little Greene, wall panelling adds character and depth to the snug. For a similar sofa, try the Edith in Midnight Blue from Rose & Grey YLE STE AL ST YLE STE

WINTER HOMES THIRTIES SEMI Garden Louise and Adam made sure that the extension still left ample outdoor space for the whole family to enjoy. For a similar sofa set, try the West Strand from Garden Trading approved and the work began in Autumn 2019, Style steal we had meticulously organised every aspect of the build, and were pretty confident everything :RRGŴRRULQJODLGLQD from that point on would go smoothly. Little did KHUULQJERQHSDWWHUQKLJKOLJKWV we know a global pandemic was about to hit, WKHEHDXW\\RIWKLVQDWXUDOPDWHULDO which nobody had a contingency plan for!’ ZKLOHWKHGHVLJQDGGVYLVXDO The project was at a crucial stage when the LQWHUHVWZLWKRXWKDYLQJWRJREROG world went into lockdown, with the foundations in and walls up, but work still needed on the roof ZLWKRWKHUHOHPHQWV,WFDQDOVR to make the build structurally sound. ‘We had KHOSDVPDOOVSDFHIHHOODUJHU trouble sourcing building materials, and finding 2WKHUSRSXODUIRUPDWVLQFOXGH plaster was like searching for gold,’ recalls Louise. FKHYURQEDVNHWZHDYHRUEULFN ‘It was stressful – we were living on a building FEBRUARY 2023 GOODHOMESMAGAZINE.COM 79

Main bedroom Part the of the new rear extension, the couple’s bedroom is a calm yet cosy contemporary space. ‘I wanted a Scandi feel in this room so opted for light-wood furniture, a simple bedframe from Marks & Spencer and a beautiful soft pink from Mylands on the walls,’ explains Louise LOOKING FOR A NEW BED? Visit goodhomes magazine.com for our edit of the latest styles & designs, from classic to contemporary

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We wanted our home to feel calm and welcoming with plenty of Louise Scandi-inspired pieces and colours site with a temporary kitchen, trying to work and home-school. But our builders, Mark Palmier and Associates, were true professionals, and when they were able to get back on site, they kept the project moving forward. As the build slowly progressed, it was really exciting watching as the house was transformed and our vision came to life.’ Now the renovation is finished, light- wood textures and pleasing tones layer each room with depth and warmth, and there is a relaxed flow throughout the house and into the garden, with each space effortlessly linking to the next. The couple spent a long time choosing kitchen cabinetry that had a timeless appeal, designed to make the most of the space with plenty of storage and a large island that takes centre stage. Adding floor-to-ceiling Crittall-

WINTER HOMES THIRTIES SEMI En suite The industrial look of the concrete sink from Warrington + Rose is softened by the blush pink Yoga Penny tiles from Ca’ Pietra. ‘It’s my favourite part of the new suite’ FEBRUARY 2023 GOODHOMESMAGAZINE.COM 83

WINTER HOMES THIRTIES SEMI Guest bedroom Striped bedlinen from the Secret Linen Store DQGGHOLFDWHŴRUDO cushions look pretty against the panelling painted in Farrow & Ball’s Blue Gray Bathroom style French doors and sky lights also In contrast to the en suite’s more feminine palette, Louise has used soft grey ensured maximum natural light. ‘I’d always tones and light-wood accessories in the family bathroom, including Semaphore dreamed of having a bright and spacious ŴRRUWiles from Claybrook Studio and a wall mirror from John Lewis & Partners kitchen,’ Louise says. ‘So to find the perfect colour for the units, I had a bespoke shade mixed by Little Greene, which looks so good with the burnished brass handles.’ Louise and Adam love to entertain, so it was important to have room for a large dining table and chairs, while the snug is the perfect place to unwind, with comfy sofas and practical glass doors that when closed make the area feel cosier as well as letting the light flow. To complete the look, the couple fitted warm, wood-look porcelain tiles throughout the downstairs for a cohesive feel, and invested in stylish lighting and carefully selected furniture that will stand the test of time. ‘We wanted our home to feel calm and welcoming with lots of Scandinavian-inspired pieces and colours,’ explains Louise. ‘I’m also really influenced by nature, so love wood textures and bringing the colours from the outside world indoors.’ Six years on, a carefully curated, well- thought-out home has emerged. The Scandi influences work harmoniously with industrial elements as well as playful fabrics and pretty, feminine touches. ‘I have loved making all the interior choices, from the paint colours to the fixtures and fittings, and firmly believe the attention is in the detail,’ says Louise. ‘Sometimes it’s not the big-ticket items but the smaller features that make a home.’ And despite the setbacks along the way, the couple are more than happy with the end result. ‘It couldn’t have worked out any better, and was well worth the long wait,’ Louise adds. ‘We’ve gained the space we were looking for, and bought our vision for a stylish, family-friendly home to life.



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RECIPES TASTY MONEY-SAVING MEALS SAVING Light lunch This recipe uses leftover salad leaves, Vegan waste-not falafel with a cost per serving SERVES 4 of just £1.30 • 400g soaked chickpeas • 1 large handful mixed leftover leaves (rocket, parsley, coriander & spinach work well) • 1 small onion,  ƓQHO\\FKRSSHG • 1 garlic clove • 1 tbsp cumin • 1 tsp cinnamon • 1 tsp ground coriander • WEVSSODLQŴRXU • 1 tsp baking powder TO SERVE • ŴDWEUHDGV • Hummus • Cucumber, sliced • Cherry tomatoes, halved • Opies mini gherkins • Tahini sauce 1. Place the chickpeas, onions, leaves, spices, flour, baking powder and garlic into a blender, season with plenty of salt and pepper, then blend until a paste is formed but some texture kept. 2. Use an ice-cream scoop to shape the paste into balls, then place the falafel into the fridge to chill for at least 30 mins. 3. Remove from the fridge then deep fry in batches so they are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. 4. Serve on warm flatbreads with hummus, cucumber, tomatoes, tahini sauce and mini gherkins. 90 GOODHOMESMAGAZINE.COM FEBRUARY 2023

Oriental inspiration TASTY SAVING Beef ramen Much cheaper than a takeaway, the cost per serving of this ŴDYRXUVRPHGLVK is £5.05 RECIPES & PHOTOGRAPHY OPIES FOODS SERVES 2 • 1 star anise tenderstem 1. Remove any fat from the steak, then mix the soy sauce FOR BROTH • A few coriander broccoli, sliced and sesame together and pour over, leaving the meat to • 500ml fresh • 2 hard-boiled marinate for as long as you can. stalks eggs 2. For the broth, place all the ingredients into a saucepan, chicken stock FOR SOUP • 2 spring onions, bring to a simmer, turn the heat off and leave to infuse for • 1 garlic GARNISH chopped 10 mins. Strain through a sieve. • 200g udon • 1 medium 3. Add the mushrooms, broccoli, mangetout, spring onions clove, sliced carrot, cut into and carrot to the broth and bring back to a simmer. Meanwhile • 3 tbsp soy sauce noodles, matchsticks cook the steak, either in a frying pan or griddle pan to how • Juice of 1 lime cooked & • Fresh coriander you like it – medium-rare is ideal for this recipe. • WVSƓVKVDXFH refreshed under • Sesame seeds 4. Add the cooked noodles to the hot broth and divide • Thumb-size cold water FOR BEEF between two bowls. Top with the hard-boiled egg, sliced • 150g Shitake • 200-250g pickled walnuts, fresh coriander and finally a few sesame piece fresh mushrooms sirloin steak seeds. Enjoy with some extra fresh chilli if you like it a little ginger, peeled • 2-3 Opies • 2 tbsp soy sauce spicier, or some chopped stem ginger for extra sweetness. & sliced pickled walnuts • 1 tsp sesame oil • ½ red chilli, • 50g mangetout de-seeded • 2 spears & chopped

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RECFROELSOHURFUL ‘IT ALWAYS BRIGHTENS YOUR DAY WHEN YOU WALK IN’ Valentina and Ashley Gross have updated their existing kitchen with a practical, vibrant new look Feature & styling DILLY ORME Photography ANNA STATHAKI WHAT WAS WRONG WITH overall, so more colourful and YOUR ORIGINAL SPACE? vivid. The plan was to knock The main dining room was separate through to the dining room, from the kitchen, and because keeping the existing kitchen Ashley is a chef and loves to cook, where it was but to enhance it it felt much more inclusive to with our own decorating choices. combine the two spaces, so that we could be together as a family HOW DID YOU GET and interact with guests at the same STARTED ON THE DESIGN? time as cooking. We also wanted to I knew that we wanted to tackle include a breakfast bar so the kids various design projects throughout could do their homework alongside the house, so I looked into finding us while we prepared food. a suitable interior designer. The companies I was coming across HOW DID YOU PLAN TO online were very traditional, but CHANGE THINGS UP? when I discovered Slightly Quirky, We wanted it to be more open I loved the originality and vibrance plan, to include a large dining table of their designs. I met with Caroline for entertaining, and be more ‘us’ and we clicked straight away – she 94 GOODHOMESMAGAZINE.COM FEBRUARY 2023

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RECONFIGURED SPACE GH MAKEOVER To create the breakfast bar, the original lower units were carefully KITCHEN kept when the far wall was knocked through then repurposed, with the existing Corian worktop extended and new gas hob positioned to allow for sociable interaction with guests in the dining area was excited to use the colour palette I wanted the new space to be much 3 OF THE BEST we had discussed, and then came more colourful, while reusing as much up with some really inspiring mood of the existing kitchen as possible, as CADSISSEHREOSLE boards, so we went from there. it was pretty much brand new when we moved in. PASTEL SHADE MasterClass WHAT WAS THE PROCESS OF 5ltr cast aluminium in Lavender WORKING WITH AN INTERIOR HOW DID YOU MANAGE DESIGNER LIKE? YOUR BUDGET? £74.99 KitchenCraft I really appreciated Caroline’s support We had an overall amount for all the as she listened to what I wanted and renovations we wanted to do in the NEAT SIZE Optimist 2.4ltr came up with great, practical solutions house, but opting for bespoke cabinetry cast aluminium £30 Habitat – whether it was finding the right ate into a lot of the budget. So we had person to do a certain job, like the to be resourceful to pull everything FAMILY FAVE Oval 6.2ltr cast iron upholstered bench, or the perfect together at the end, which Caroline in Graduated Red £99 ProCook shade of sunny yellow for the units. was really good at. FEBRUARY 2023 GOODHOMESMAGAZINE.COM 97 DID YOU HAVE ANY MUST- WERE THERE ANY DISASTERS HAVES FOR THE SCHEME? ALONG THE WAY? As well as being light, bright and open, We had wanted to keep the original

GH MAKEOVER A KITCHEN FEATURE WALL 7KHŴRUDOZDOOSDSHUZDV removed at ƓUVWWKHQ rehung as Valentina missed the joy it brought to the space. It creates a fabulous focal point in the dining area, where a vivid upholstered bench works well for entertaining and family gatherings induction hob, but when we were using the burners, it blew up! The price to mend it was half the price of buying the same one new, so we opted for a new gas hob, which we both much prefer to cook on. WHAT WERE YOUR BEST MONEY-SAVING IDEAS? Being able to reutilise the original units was key, and we even spray-painted some to tie-in with the bespoke bank of cupboards. Aside from the new hob we also kept all the appliances, and worked them into the new design. HAVE YOU LEARNED ANYTHING FROM THE EXPERIENCE? To have more realistic time expectations! I thought the project would take around three months to complete, but it ended up taking at least six, although we did change a few things along the way, HOW DO YOU FEEL NOW THAT IT’S ALL FINISHED? I love it. Before, the room was difficult to entertain in, but now we have space not only for all the family but to host get-togethers, which is just brilliant. SHOPPING LIST Bespoke yellow cabinets, £6,000; Corian worktop, £4,000; bespoke bench seat, made and upholstered by John Miller Upholstery with Mantara Cobalt faux leather, £44 per m, Designers Guild, all supplied by Slightly Quirky. Helix Blue Ŵoor tiles, £45.60 per sqm, Mandarin Stone. Summer Garden wallpaperbeper two-roll set, Milton & King. Whitby bar stools, £19 for two, John Lewis & Partners. For a similar dining table, try the :DQH\\6W¸QJbtDEOHbZLWKmetal legs, £1,989, Konk Furniture. For similar dining chairs, try the Lara wishbone, £139 each, Dunelm. For similar pendant lights, try the Ted ceramic shade in with stone interior, £74 each, Pooky. Riviera stripe ceramic vase in yellow, £38; Azur shrimp side plate LQEOXHe; Azur lemon side plateLQ\\HOORZe; glazed plant pots, from a selection, all Oliver Bonas. Swan four-slice toaster, £64.80, Wayfair 98 GOODHOMESMAGAZINE.COM )(%58$5<

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