Living room

The house is 35m long, from the garden at the back to the canal at the front. “All the space brings so much light and joy,” says Irene, who added skylights and avoided partitions where possible to make the most of the daylight. The walls are covered in clay and left unpainted, and the main space is kept uncluttered. “I’m very organised and try not to collect much stuff, which is key to feeling like you’re in charge.” Most furniture was designed by Irene, but Loaf’s collection carries the same aesthetic.