Pocket doors create a neat transition to the hallway while allowing extra light into this space. A contemporary artwork and a colour-themed display of books (right) add personality. Amos console table, £435, Barker and Stonehouse. Original Marilyn screen print, price on request, D*Face . Bouclé & Walnut armchairs, £425 each, Six The Residence. Brass mirror, £345, Loaf. Hereford ribbed glass globe pendant lights, £150 each, Fritz Fryer
KITCHEN ‘We wanted a sleek, unfussy look that still delivered character,’ says Stephanie. Bulthaup kitchen, price on application, Kitchen Architecture. Bespoke bar stools, Ambrose Vevers. Thornton glass pendant lights, £135 each, Jim Lawrence
HOME TRUTHS
THE PROPERTY Edwardian semi
LOCATION Southwest London
ROOMS Sitting room, kitchen-diner/living area, pantry, laundry room, boot room, four bedrooms (one en suite), cloakroom, two bathrooms
PURCHASED 2018
PREVIOUS PROPERTY ‘We lived in a Victorian terrace in Richmond,’ says Stephanie.
DINING/LIVING AREA Panelling was added to the new extension to reflect the home’s heritage. Bespoke dining table, Andrzej Pietka Joinery. Wishbone dining chairs, £442 each, Carl Hansen & Søn at Heal’s. Sofa, Willow & Hall; upholstered in Smooth III Cayenne, £47.50m, Romo
LANDING The stairs were painted to bring boldness. Large seascape by Nicola Wakeling
PANTRY This useful space is cleverly concealed within the kitchen cabinetry. The wood shelving was sourced from Etsy
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