The breakfast nook is great as it means the kettle , coffee machine and toaster can all be tucked away and hidden from view when you walk into the kitchen ,” she says . To avoid needing an extractor fan on the wall a hob with an integrated extractor was used .
The couple had previously used LVT ( luxury vinyl tiles ) throughout the home and loved how hardwearing they were . When it came to selecting the flooring they knew they wanted to go for a tile-effect LVT and the pale grey colour complemented the neutral palette perfectly .
To add a touch of drama to the room , a row of globe pendants were positioned over the breakfast bar . “ The glass globe and brass fittings provide some glamour and we were able to source a similar style of light for both the wall lights in the dining area and the ceiling light in the living room which really helps tie the spaces together ,” says Mia .
To help regulate the temperature in the conservatory , Mia suggested replacing the glass ceiling with a fixed roof . Repositioning the dining table into the new dining area means the conservatory now serves as a garden room that can be used year-round as an extra seating area and has a beautiful view out on to the garden .
Tall bookshelves had previously provided storage in the living room , but these felt overpowering in the space . Mia suggested a wall of built-in joinery that would store everything they needed . “ By painting this in the same colour as the walls it allowed the piece to blend in ,” explains Mia . For the top of the cabinets , a piece of black walnut was used , adding another detail to the room and referencing the same wood as the dining table . Subtle flashes of mustard and cobalt are peppered throughout the dining area and living room which also helps to visually connect the rooms .
The artwork throughout the open-plan space was selected by the couple once the project had been completed . After going through the renovation process and working alongside her , Mia explains that the couple felt much more confident in making their own design decisions and picked pieces that work perfectly with the scheme .
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