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On the ground floor , the lounge is decorated with a charcoal wallpaper by Jim Thompson denoting a fantastical Thai silk-weaving scene , while bespoke furniture made in Edinburgh by Charlotte James provides a tailored , but comfortable space for the family to enjoy together .
Lounge
It was important to the clients that they were able to incorporate their existing pieces in their new home , so their selections were inventoried , photographed , and measured prior to shipping to the UK so that they were included as part of the design , rather than shoehorned in while unpacking .
In the lounge , this is demonstrated in the aboriginal artwork and mid-century sideboard which fit seamlessly into the room . Each piece of art was considered and pre-positioned , and a new piece by Scottish artist Alan Davie was purchased to commemorate this move – it has pride of place on the landing outside the master bedroom .
The master bedroom suite is the jewel in the crown of this home . Originally used as the lounge , the first-floor bedroom runs along the entire frontage of the house boasting three magnificent windows and a wood-burning stove .
Master Bedroom