FITTED & KITTED

DESIGNERS SHARE SAVVY WAYS TO USE BUILT-IN FURNITURE FOR A HOME THAT'S BEAUTIFULLY ORGANISED

- FEATURE Ellen Finch

DOUBLE DUTY

Wallpapering the fronts of a wardrobe instantly transforms it into something unique, as this room by Suzie Mc Adam Design shows. 'This space had to offer a duality for our clients, where they could both work and retreat,' says Suzie. 'We wanted it to feel light and airy, so opted for pale oak joinery. We chose the wisteria wallpaper to reflect the property's exterior, which is enveloped by wisteria in spring.' Joinery, Suzie Mc Adam Design. Edo Wisteria wallpaper, Iksel

ARTISTIC EXPRESSION

In this space, designed by Finch Interior Design, the client wanted an open-plan lounge that doubled as a media room. 'Hiding the TV was central to achieving this so we designed the joinery with sliding artwork,' says founder Nicola Crawford. Artwork by Mary West. Joinery, Freeborn Carpentry

TUCKED AWAY

The space under the stairs was put to good use in this scheme by Owl Design. 'We went for all the same tones on the walls and woodwork as it wasn't a big space,' says co-founder Sophie van Winden. 'Although we didn't want to make a feature of the storage, we didn't want it to be too plain either so we added full-length curved handles.' Joinery, LF Bespoke Interiors. Walls in Chickpea, Bauwerk. Ceiling and woodwork in Canvas IV, Paint & Paper Library