detail brought balance to the scale of the room and offered a strong focal point without overwhelming the space.
Downstairs, a once-unused basement was turned into a dedicated cinema and games room. A rich, darker palette gave the room intimacy and contrast, while luxurious seating and soft layers made it the perfect place to relax and entertain. It was a bold departure from the lighter tones upstairs, but one that added depth and variety to the overall scheme.
A Natural Palette, Inspired by the Setting
The surrounding countryside played a significant role in shaping the interior mood. Throughout the home, gentle tones drawn from nature create a quiet, cohesive backdrop. In the master bedroom, subtle greens reflect the garden views outside, while warm neutrals flow from room to room, offering a sense of continuity without uniformity.
The use of metalwork inside the home was also a key feature. Carefully considered pieces, from a bespoke sideboard in the hallway to elegant lighting throughout, subtly mirrored the external iron details, creating a gentle rhythm and reinforcing the architectural language of the house.
Meeting Challenges with Creativity
One of the main design challenges was ensuring that the oak beams, a defining feature of the home, remained central to the aesthetic without steering the interiors too far into a rustic direction. The solution came through contrast— introducing soft linens, textured upholstery and elegant proportions to offset the solid timber. This created a more refined, modern feel that still paid tribute to the building’ s roots. The homeowners’ existing pieces were also woven
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