Although they described their goal as “modern”, our Colour Psychology and Style Assessment revealed something more nuanced: they were drawn to a transitional style — clean, light and uncluttered, but with warmth, texture and character. This gave us a clear direction for the design.
The project covered six interlinked spaces, including a vaulted hallway, broken-plan kitchen and dining area, living room, piano room and a former dining room. One of our key space-planning decisions was to convert the old dining room into a snug, creating a more intimate retreat to balance the openness of the main living areas.
A soft, neutral colour palette was used throughout to create a sense of calm and continuity, allowing their Oriental furniture and artwork to become natural focal points. Texture was added through layered fabrics, natural woods and subtle pattern, so the spaces feel warm and welcoming rather than minimal.
The finished home feels both modern and deeply personal — a place where Sue and her husband’s treasured pieces finally feel at home. As Sue told us, the result was “everything I could have wished for”, and they have since gone on to plan further projects with us.
