Houzz Tour: A Georgian Home Blends then Features and Modern Design

Houzz Tour: A Georgian Home Blends then Features and Modern Design - When the owners of this listed Georgian property first eyes on the inside, he was in a state of disrepair that have been vacant for more than three years. "The mansion had been used for commercial purposes before being turned into residential housing," says the designer Cherie Lee, who took on the project, "so much of the character of the house was lost or deleted.

wanted the couple inside their home, which covers one third of the total space, to be sympathetic to the age of the property, but with a contemporary twist. Local authorities supported the work, since the property was vacant for some time. "We made some changes on the outside, which could have been more difficult," says Lee. The result is a beautiful and spacious house spread over three floors, combining traditional fixtures with modern materials, such as steel and glass, and the technology of the house edge.

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Houzz at a Glance
Who lives here A couple and their two pugs animals
Location Essendon, Hertfordshire
property a grade II listed Georgian property, a third of an ancient mansion
Size 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms
designer Cherie Cherie Lee Lee Interiors

The renovated and remodeled home is a sophisticated and luxurious blend of old and new. "We have worked with an architect and construction local company to renovate the house and have been involved from the beginning," says designer Cherie Lee.

'The house was to be an entertainment area for the pair, but be suitable for a family in the future. Customers wanted a mix of period features and contemporary life, "she adds.

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the large living space is divided into a formal living room around the fireplace on one side and a relaxed atmosphere area TV / cinema on the other.

"We do not really want to partition the space, but the introduction of a single step shows that they are distinct areas," explains the designer. The coating floor is antique french oak.

Arctic Pear chandelier, Ochre. sofa, Roche Bobois. coffee table, Brissi. Carpets, Knots Rugs.

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Because the building was used for commercial purposes, most of the original features have disappeared, but Lee original replacements. "the windows are original, but they are the only things that are! We chose the period cornices and ceiling moldings to reflect the age of the property. "

Mouldings and restoration of the cornice, Stevensons of Norwich. White painted walls Cornforth, Farrow & Ball. Piano, antique Blüthner.

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the other end of the living area can be quickly converted into a home theater. At the touch of a button, a retractable projection screen falls down, while generous sofas offer a comfortable place for viewers.

audio system, Artcoustic.

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"Despite large windows, the property lacked light, especially in the corridor," said Lee. "We removed the wall between the lobby and the lounge, kitchen and dining room and replaced by glass screens to allow rooms to be flooded with light.

The flooring in the lobby of white marble, which helps bounce the light around.

Walls painted in bright white, Dulux.

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and setting custom stacks service, the interior design team installed antique pieces to give the property back an old feeling. This huge mirror leaning against the lobby wall is an antique. The turquoise pouffe, meanwhile, injects a burst of color.

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The modern kitchen is by Roundhouse, with cabinets painted in a mixture of black and white. "We wanted white cabinets to blend into the walls to the large marble island wow function," explains the designer. "The feeling was to be glamorous, but lived in, with a bit of an industrial edge," she adds.

LED strip lighting above large units and below the island add an extra glow to the room, complemented by hanging lamps of bronze.

kitchen, Roundhouse. Ovens, Gaggenau. bar stools, Rockett St George. pendant lights, Contardi. Cabinetry painted in off-white and Off-Black, Farrow & Ball.

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base units in the island are painted black to stand out against the white marble. "We decided to compare the islands and wall units and shelves with the rest of the cabinet to make the most interesting parts stand out," says the designer. "They also tied with black polished plaster wall in the dining room.

The sunken gas cooktop maintains the smooth and uninterrupted lines of the cabinet without handle.

Hob, Barazza.

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the dining room is connected to the kitchen by a glass screen, allowing light to flow throughout the space.

contrast polished black ink wall plaster with glass walls and steel and traditional wall moldings reinstated. The result is spectacular and very modern and packed with drama.

chandelier glass, Baroncelli. president, Timothy Oulton. Floristry above dining table, Ashley Woodson Bailey.

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design team redesigned the stairwell to create a modern space, interesting and filled with light. "We introduced a great light on the false roof [an LED panel above frosted glass] above the staircase, which is located on a timer to turn on and off in line with the hours of daylight. It makes the staircase much brighter, "says Lee.

'The simple glass balustrades give a contemporary and light atmosphere to the already dark staircase.'

Lighting, Buster & punch. Balustrades, railing UK.

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the master bedroom is an easy-on-the-eye mix of luxurious fabrics and industrial accents, thanks to the upholstered bed decorated and slips recovered bricks. Mirrored bedside tables up the luxury factor.

bedside tables, LuxDeco. L amps, John Lewis. Linen, The White Company.

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the spacious master bedroom continues in the same style as the rest of the property, with traditional furniture sitting happily alongside a contemporary fireplace with a custom, polished plaster mantel.

Chairs, LuxDeco upholstered Romo. Fire, Modus fireplaces.

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for a touch more luxurious, the master bedroom has 'his and hers' bathrooms. The bathroom for the female owner is a romantic, glamorous affair, complete with freestanding bath copper and a beautiful view of the garden.

Bath, William Holland. Blind, made from fabrics Designers Guild. freestanding unit Marks & Spencer . Painted walls Skimming Stone Farrow & Ball.

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'Son' suite has a more masculine atmosphere, with tile wall-to-wall slate and a powerful, ceiling shower . "We have created an open air feeling with the rain and the mixture of smooth slate and split-face on the walls," says the designer. "The living wall foliage adds to the external environment.

Honed slate, Topps Tiles. Salons wall plants, Cox & Cox.

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a cozy room / games adds extra space for entertaining, with freestanding bar.

"The work of art is in fact most of the time very affordable," says Lee. "We used a selection of Rockett St George and Print Club London mainly. The owners like to use art to bring out their personality and add humor to the most fun areas in the house. "

Bar Buster & punch .

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the guesthouse has a largely monochrome palette, warmed by soft textures and beautiful antique oak flooring.

Four-poster bed, Lombok. Wall painted according Railing, Farrow & Ball. President, Bodie and Fou.

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