interior design
Home Design
With Steve Bloom, founder of Space fitting furniture.
CASE STUDY Client
The Woodlands is a
development in South Wales, involving a collection of
four-and five-bedroom homes set in 90 acres of protected woodland
Brief
We were tasked with designing the kitchens,
bedrooms and living spaces for this prestigious development. Aimed towards commuters with families, wanting to spend time surrounded by nature, away from the city.
Designer
Steve Bloom, founder of Space fitting furniture, with over 40 years’ experience in the kitchen industry.
T
he overall scheme for these homes was to create a light and bright atmosphere for families to enjoy
quality time together. It was essential to maximise the footprint of the kitchen and living area as this was the hub of the home. Te original plans were altered to make room for a large island, this created a fantastic focal point to the room. A cantilever breakfast bar provided ample seating as well as increasing the feeling of space. Tis detail was important as the island was the first thing seen when walking through the front door and established a wow factor. Te handle-less design created a clean minimal aesthetic, with the white units allowing light to bounce throughout the room. Te contemporary design made way for the outside scenery to become the prominent feature, linking the two areas, successfully. Dark Corian added a contrasting element, along with a black shadow gap around the tall units. Introducing an opposing colour to the scheme accentuated the white units, elevating them to another level. Leading on from the kitchen was the living
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and dining area, this open plan space is perfect for family life as there can be plenty of interaction between the rooms. Although open plan, exposed shelving defined the zones. Te neutral colour scheme allowed accessories to be added, bringing vibrance and character into the scheme. As this was a new development, it allowed the homeowner to add their
own personality to their new home. Similar design elements were introduced into the bedrooms, with light or reflective surfaces used on the wardrobes. Tis was ideal for brightening the rooms, whist insuring ample storage. A variety of different wardrobes were designed, with some rooms requiring angled wardrobes in order to utilise the space most effectively. Te master bedroom featured a walk-in wardrobe, a combination of hanging rails, drawers and shelves made the room most practical. Incorporating a large mirror was perfect for inside a dressing room, as the full height offered functionality, whilst increasing the feeling of space. Te development surpassed the desired outcome, mixing contemporary living with countryside lifestyle.
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