THE LOWDOWN

BIGGEST CHALLENGE

‘This was our first hands-on renovation and the pandemic complicated things – not knowing when tradespeople would be on site or how delayed deliveries would be was stressful.’

FAVOURITE SPACE

‘The living room is a wonderfully cosy setting to withdraw to. But we also love opening up the corner bi-fold doors for instant access to the garden.’

BEST DESIGN DECISION

‘Moving the staircase across and partially knocking the wall through between hallway and kitchen has resulted in an uninterrupted view from front to back. Also, hiring Kemsi was vital for this project because of their meticulous attention to detail.’

Wall-hung planters, £32 each; round Lush velvet cushion (below), £39, all West Elm. Indoor foliage, Urban Flower

Large Black tray table, £203, Hay, is similar. Try Lux velvet floor cushion in Midnight Grey, £79, Made