INSIDE STORY Nicola & Guy's home

Who lives here?

Nicola, an art director and creative director in advertising, and Guy, entrepreneur and owner of The Bowery with their children, Olivia, 12, Paige, nine; whippets Jack, 10, Chloe, six and their cat Christmas, two.

What was your best decision?

Nicola: “The kitchen window that folds open for entertaining and the pill-shaped windows Victoria designed.” Do you have advice to others renovating an older building “Save or restore whatever bits of character and detail you can while you’re modernising.”

Best way to mix old and new?

“Classic pieces and clean lines contrasted with details on older parts.”

3. The fireplace has been positioned between the living and dining area to warm both spaces in the cooler months. 3

5. In Olivia’s room, a mural created by Nicola is paired with a soft grey rug.

2. Light spills into the home through the glass pivot door at the front entrance. 2

7. The shape of the mirror and sink in the main bathroom echo each other. 7

1 1. A vintage Anglepoise lamp in the kitchen helps soften the clean lines.

6. Paige sits in her room at a vintage wooden table surrounded with Harry Bertoia-style children-sized chairs. 6

4. Nicola’s beloved Arabescato marble features in the children’s bathroom. 4