Houzz Tour: A friendly restaurant brings Kent Cottage Up To Date - 'Bespoke became a keyword on this project, "says Holly Christian MillChris Developments, who led the renovation of this 17th century grade II listed cottage in Sandwich, Kent. "There is no o straight lines here," she said. The slope of the floors and ceilings arc. That why the renovation, it has become a labor of love and took as long as he did.
It took a painstaking year to renovate and reconfigure the cottage, and care was taken throughout restore original features and beautiful show bones of the property. Today, it still feels like a cottage - comfortable, cozy and equipped with beautiful custom furniture - but it also has elements that are decidedly in the now, like space and a modern glass extension that flows. "We have restored and highlighted the original features and improve the functionality of the space," said Holly, " but we have also retained its unique charm.
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Houzz at a glance
Who lives here a professional couple
Location Sandwich, Kent
property a grade II listed cottage built in the 17th century
Size 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
designer Holly Christian MillChris Developments
This is interesting at some point in his long life, the cottage was a candy store
Holly said the cottage was "well lived in" when asked to do it again. "It was very old and needed a major overhaul," she adds. "It is compact, but the space was well used and he felt claustrophobic. The original features have been lost rather abundant, too, and the owners and Holly were determined to highlight them.
The chalet was redone, the walls were stripped back if new insulation could be added, a new heating system was set, all rooms have been reconfigured and original features have been repaired. "Adding the extension of the kitchen was a big change, too," says Holly. "It is bright and surprisingly spacious. It is like a Tardis!
Who lives here a professional couple
Location Sandwich, Kent
property a grade II listed cottage built in the 17th century
Size 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
designer Holly Christian MillChris Developments
This is interesting at some point in his long life, the cottage was a candy store
Holly said the cottage was "well lived in" when asked to do it again. "It was very old and needed a major overhaul," she adds. "It is compact, but the space was well used and he felt claustrophobic. The original features have been lost rather abundant, too, and the owners and Holly were determined to highlight them.
The chalet was redone, the walls were stripped back if new insulation could be added, a new heating system was set, all rooms have been reconfigured and original features have been repaired. "Adding the extension of the kitchen was a big change, too," says Holly. "It is bright and surprisingly spacious. It is like a Tardis!
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The extension features a custom kitchen with oak cabinets, designed and produced by Holly team. "I suggest the dark shadow because it is a little contemporary, but also links with other warm colors and depth in the house," says Holly.
"modern rustic look is that the owners were after for the property, she said, but we wanted away from the claustrophobic feel some chalets have. The extension of the kitchen, with bifolding glass doors and a glass roof, really opens the ground floor and allows a lot of light in the rest of the house.
Cupboard painted Black Blue Real Estate Eggshell, Farrow & Ball. tin kitchen faucets, Perrin & Rowe.
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"modern rustic look is that the owners were after for the property, she said, but we wanted away from the claustrophobic feel some chalets have. The extension of the kitchen, with bifolding glass doors and a glass roof, really opens the ground floor and allows a lot of light in the rest of the house.
Cupboard painted Black Blue Real Estate Eggshell, Farrow & Ball. tin kitchen faucets, Perrin & Rowe.
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"The owners did not want a big bright kitchen, contemporary, 'said holly. "We wanted to balance the original features with the new and had to cuddle and look as if it belonged in the cottage.
The cabinets have been designed and manufactured specifically for this space, based on the traditional Shaker style, but with a beading removed to update the feel and minimize hassle. Work surfaces are antique brown granite and the soil is limestone flags. "The light is fabulous in the kitchen," says Holly. "When he catches the units, they become a very intense color, and the present granite iridescent spots, which are just beautiful.
Classic Jerusalem White Gold fell limestone flooring, Mandarin Stone.
The cabinets have been designed and manufactured specifically for this space, based on the traditional Shaker style, but with a beading removed to update the feel and minimize hassle. Work surfaces are antique brown granite and the soil is limestone flags. "The light is fabulous in the kitchen," says Holly. "When he catches the units, they become a very intense color, and the present granite iridescent spots, which are just beautiful.
Classic Jerusalem White Gold fell limestone flooring, Mandarin Stone.
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folding wooden doors are fully double glazed and overlook the courtyard garden.
The door frames in Black Blue Real Estate Eggshell, Farrow & Ball.
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The door frames in Black Blue Real Estate Eggshell, Farrow & Ball.
What to consider when planning an extension
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the courtyard garden is a real suntrap. In warm weather, the owners can push the right rear doors to create an open space that flows, from the front of the house to the back garden. The paving stone is recovered York.
External Timber painted door Black external Eggshell Blue, Farrow & Ball.
External Timber painted door Black external Eggshell Blue, Farrow & Ball.
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holly materials carefully from the cottage that complement and suit their heritage. "We of idn't want unwelcome elements overshadow the original features," she said. We used the ancient limestone doors smoked oak and oiled oak flooring.
Even small details such as sockets and switches, were carefully examined. "They are handmade pewter, she said. 'This helps them blend into the background. They punctuate the rooms, but add to artisanal feel. "
Even small details such as sockets and switches, were carefully examined. "They are handmade pewter, she said. 'This helps them blend into the background. They punctuate the rooms, but add to artisanal feel. "
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the original configuration of the house felt claustrophobic. "It was important for the owner as we open everything," says Holly. "He wanted to be able to sit in the lounge and see through the garden.
Now, the entire ground floor is open and the light from the kitchen extension spills through space. A double-sided fireplace is the centerpiece of the entire ground floor.
Now, the entire ground floor is open and the light from the kitchen extension spills through space. A double-sided fireplace is the centerpiece of the entire ground floor.
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"We wanted to keep the cozy, rustic, cottage atmosphere, so we used vibrant colors and luxurious textures such as velvet and tweed, too, to give space to a sumptuous feel," says Holly.
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because his age, the chalet has no clean lines and neat dimensions of a contemporary home. This meant a lot of connections and most of the furniture had to be custom made to meet, including those beautiful oak shutters.
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The entrance hallway downstairs was taken to a bathroom. "There is a bathroom style, to make the most of the space, with travertine tiles of large format on the walls and the floor," says Holly.
Kremna travertine tiles, Tile Giant. Sparta polished travertine (in shower tray), Mandarin Stone. Shower Head, Grohe.
Kremna travertine tiles, Tile Giant. Sparta polished travertine (in shower tray), Mandarin Stone. Shower Head, Grohe.
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preservation, repair and make the most original features is an essential element of the renovation for Holly and owners. A new oak staircase was designed for space and masonry and mantle of the restored original fireplace.
"We have completely redesigned and rebuilt the staircase," says Holly. "We have made in our workshop. 'Tin Tops were added to the pilasters. "We thought they would be a smart finishing touch that tied the stairs with other features in the room, 'says Holly. "It also gives the stairs a sense of age and character, helping them look as if they have always been there."
"We have completely redesigned and rebuilt the staircase," says Holly. "We have made in our workshop. 'Tin Tops were added to the pilasters. "We thought they would be a smart finishing touch that tied the stairs with other features in the room, 'says Holly. "It also gives the stairs a sense of age and character, helping them look as if they have always been there."
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'with vintage properties like this, especially in Sandwich, nothing is not square, "says Holly. "This means that everything must be tailored to respond, including cabinets, beds, bookcases and kitchen cabinets!
The bed was made by hand, but a leg had to be cut so it does not wobble on the uneven ground. When you walk from the study to the room, it feels as if you are going on a ramp, 'Holly laughed. And just look how the beams of the ceiling arch!
The bed was made by hand, but a leg had to be cut so it does not wobble on the uneven ground. When you walk from the study to the room, it feels as if you are going on a ramp, 'Holly laughed. And just look how the beams of the ceiling arch!
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The luxurious bathroom is full of warm colors and beautiful materials. The tile colors are great, "says Holly. "They have a tone almost rusty in them, which really takes the wealth floors and oak beams.
All furniture and cabinetry was custom made for the room. "We made oak shutters with two open internal panels," says Holly. "They let in light, but still allow total privacy.
porcelain tile large format Syncro Acero (on the walls and surround bath), Tile Giant. Victorian black porcelain tile mosaic (on the floor of the shower), Topps Tiles. Shower Head, Grohe. shower controls and wall taps, Vado. Basin Duravit.
All furniture and cabinetry was custom made for the room. "We made oak shutters with two open internal panels," says Holly. "They let in light, but still allow total privacy.
porcelain tile large format Syncro Acero (on the walls and surround bath), Tile Giant. Victorian black porcelain tile mosaic (on the floor of the shower), Topps Tiles. Shower Head, Grohe. shower controls and wall taps, Vado. Basin Duravit.
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bathroom has been cleverly designed with a smoked glass screen mounted along the side of the bath frame to act as a forum for the shower on the other side.
[1945001chêne] Antique TUMBLED double smoked flooring, Oak Flooring fine. toilets, Roca, with a hidden wall by Geberit system. W all faucets mounted Vado.
[1945001chêne] Antique TUMBLED double smoked flooring, Oak Flooring fine. toilets, Roca, with a hidden wall by Geberit system. W all faucets mounted Vado.
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the study is lined with shelves made to fit the unique dimensions. Paint the shelves and walls the same hue helps them feel discreet.
The Estate Eggshell Blue Hague (on shelves and window frames) and Emulsion (on the walls), Farrow & Ball.
The Estate Eggshell Blue Hague (on shelves and window frames) and Emulsion (on the walls), Farrow & Ball.
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A secret door hidden in the study library gives access to the bathroom. 'It is functional and fun, "says Holly. "This means the needs of visitors can access the bathroom without going through the master bedroom, but it is a fun addition and part practical! It is activated by a button in a hidden books.
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the attic has been converted to house a single cabin bed at one end and a double bed to another. "This means that technically a two bedroom cottage, it can accommodate five people," says Holly.
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a series of cupboards was tucked into the attic to provide useful storage in the attic. The end of the space is home to a double bed for guests.
Storage cupboards painted Ruby Starlet extra deep, Dulux.
Storage cupboards painted Ruby Starlet extra deep, Dulux.
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at some point in its long history, the cottage was a candy store, but his means of renovation, it is now a beloved home. 'The original size of the house is about 100 square meters with 50 square meters courtyard garden,' says Holly. "We have increased the size of the house about 0 square meters by adding the kitchen. The setup works so much better now, it looks a lot bigger!
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