more, and the screen cocoons the living room section. It also creates a more impressive entry into the space from the hallway.” The black details in the screen are echoed in the downlights above the kitchen island. “I didn’t want large pendants obstructing the space,” explains Deborah. The wider aesthetic of the kitchen is minimalist and raw. The exposed girders, unpainted clay plaster and black cabinetry could be harsh, but Deborah’s clever use of texture and natural wood, as well as cream, not white, and off black, pulls the vibe back to restful. It is a space where the eye is drawn out through the aluminium-framed bifold doors into the gardens, and the quality of the light is enhanced as it falls through carefully placed roofl ights.
The kitchen layout and design emerged
areas through to the kitchen. It’s clever and unobtrusive. “My concern was that a fully open plan would leave the kitchen too exposed,” says Deborah. “I wanted to zone the space a little
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through discussions with Yaniv at Iguana and was made locally by Naked Kitchens in timber. A light toned quartz worktop complements the darker wall cabinetry. “I love cooking in the kitchen, as it’s so light all year round,” says Deborah. “It’s such a nice space to be in.” The environmentally conscious decisions continued throughout the home too, including little things like the choice of recycled cotton fabrics in the bedrooms. Deborah was also keen to reuse materials already in the house where possible. These include the fi replaces in the older parts of the house and the internal doors. The double door between the sitting
DEBORAH & ALEX’S TOP TIP
Choosing a design direction for your home can be challenging, with so many beautiful styles to inspire you. However, committing to a clear vision early on stops you from getting overwhelmed and makes decision making far easier.
CONTACTS/ SUPPLIERS
ARCHITECT Iguana Architects
iguana-architects.com
MAIN CONTRACTOR Billa Construction
billaconstructionltd.com
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