ARCHITECTS PROJECTS
“ If I had to give a favourite room , it would be the master ensuite . Hidden behind pocket doors leading from the generous master bedroom , the bathroom is a masterclass in the use of book-matched marble . A feature bath sits central to a quadruple length walk-in shower , whilst a substantial roof-light provides views of mature Oak trees , providing a wonderful connection with the outdoors .”
Small details make a huge impact , with coffered ceilings throughout the ground floor reception rooms creating a unique and visually interesting feature , while L-shaped glass partitions on each side of the dining room enhance the sense of openness , and provide a practical barrier to prevent kitchen aromas travelling through the ground floor .
Paul comments : “ Natural light is hugely important to us , so we incorporated a window that transcends the height of the home overlooking the South-facing garden ; the result is a mesmerising column of light which greets us every morning .”
The Hopkins brought onboard interior design agency Killer5 from the very start of the project , meaning important details such as the placement of electrical sockets and lighting layouts were established before the first spade hit the soil .
Paul adds : “ Bringing the interior designers in from the start of the process not only made it smoother and more efficient , but it also meant that the total cost stayed close to the original estimate .”
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