Refurbishment and Restore Issue 15 2019 | Page 56

By installing a stylish furniture scheme this small flat which was struggling to find a buyer sold in 4 days! It was important to design a neutral scheme so that the property was attractive to a wide range of potential purchasers - as it was for sale - so that the property stood out in a market that is flooded with generically styled properties with unopinionated bland schemes. With an all-white backdrop to the walls and neutral flooring, we had a blank canvas against which to create individuality with a very limited space. The aim was to present a considered, designed space that instantly conveyed a feeling of light, space and sanctuary. The space throughout has been designed in my signature Mid Century Modern British style with touches of colour and modern accessories and styling items to bring it right up to date. During the design of this bijou, top floor, single occupancy flat, I drew upon my full arsenal of Interior Design skills, over and above pure interior decoration, to re- design the structural layout of the property and where needed, to re-site walls to ’take extra space’ from the shower room to allow a built in wardrobe in the bedroom. We flexed our signature Mid Century muscle, by selecting Design Classic chairs by Robin Day for the dining table, which perfectly compliment the dark grey oak kitchen units, accented with antique mirror glass for a touch of luxury. A contemporary side board and set of coffee tables add balance to the living space, that features an original mid- 56 - www.refurbandrestore.co.uk The open-plan kitchen dining and sitting room was carefully arranged to make the most of the natural light coming through a pair of French doors. Flow and use of the space was divided into three keys sections living dining and cooking and while the space is small it does by no means feel cramped or over furnished.