Houzz Tour: A Family Make a leased property with their own DIY stuff - Nestled in the zone and Heritage of Guildford, just north of Perth, is home to this rustic worker - the perfect setup for Nelly Reffet Twinkle & Whistle and his partner to rent so they started a family. Here is how Reffet broke the boundaries of a traditional leased property without falling with its owner.
Houzz at a Glance
Who lived here Nelly Reffet and partner with them baby girl and two cats
Location Guildford, Perth, Australia
Size 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
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'Guildford really lovely and nice place to live - think character houses, large blocks, and many established trees, 'remembers Reffet. "The house was the home of a typical worker of the early century nestled in its surroundings perfectly.
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rule Rental 1 If you do not ask, you do not get
Like a condition of the lease, Reffet and his partner convinced the owner to replace the kitchen floor. vinyl flooring Tired towards the kitchen and Berber carpets worn on the room side were traded for laminate floors. The couple has exposed themselves laminate floors and the owner has covered the costs of materials (about £ 420).
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Like a condition of the lease, Reffet and his partner convinced the owner to replace the kitchen floor. vinyl flooring Tired towards the kitchen and Berber carpets worn on the room side were traded for laminate floors. The couple has exposed themselves laminate floors and the owner has covered the costs of materials (about £ 420).
See ways to add character to a rental kitchen
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Reffet like Metters wood stove in the kitchen, she found "very, very cute. In fact, these are rustic and authentic elements that highlight the history throughout the cottage.
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rental rule 2 T hink about the future
Reffet wanted a house that felt lived and adapted the style and needs of his family but because this property was leased (and continue to be), she had to think ahead. "I wanted something that was timeless and neutral enough for most people like and that would not look day in two years time," she explains. "It was important for the design remained faithful to the character of the house, so I opted for simple materials and forms, in line with the style of a small rural retreat.
Reffet wanted a house that felt lived and adapted the style and needs of his family but because this property was leased (and continue to be), she had to think ahead. "I wanted something that was timeless and neutral enough for most people like and that would not look day in two years time," she explains. "It was important for the design remained faithful to the character of the house, so I opted for simple materials and forms, in line with the style of a small rural retreat.
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"large rustic planks are definitely one of my favorite features, said Reffet. 'Uneven, with many bumps and scratches, they always looked as if they could have told us many fascinating stories have they been able to talk. I also loved the super high ceilings which made the room look and feel more than they actually were. "
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rule Rental 3 accessories are your new best friend
Like an architect inside, Reffet knew all the tricks to add personality to the temporary space without causing permanent damage. She fell in love with accessories that accentuate her personal style and could be updated with the seasons. In the living room, bathed in sunlight, colored cushions enliven the couch and a vintage print adds interest to the white walls.
Like an architect inside, Reffet knew all the tricks to add personality to the temporary space without causing permanent damage. She fell in love with accessories that accentuate her personal style and could be updated with the seasons. In the living room, bathed in sunlight, colored cushions enliven the couch and a vintage print adds interest to the white walls.
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accessories vintage collectibles draw attention to the characteristics of the precious home, such as the original fireplace in the lounge.
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Tropical-bright cushions offer a modern twist to the traditional white cane garden furniture which is nestled in large agaves and bougainvillea . And geometric carpet of the interior of the patio.
'I loved the peace and quiet of this house and the fact that we had impressive neighbors. Our street was a community feel that is so rare these days in the suburbs, "says Reffet. "We had regular deliveries on the veranda in front of chutneys and jams, and feel connected to the land and to other people in a way I never thought possible in a big city. Precious!
'I loved the peace and quiet of this house and the fact that we had impressive neighbors. Our street was a community feel that is so rare these days in the suburbs, "says Reffet. "We had regular deliveries on the veranda in front of chutneys and jams, and feel connected to the land and to other people in a way I never thought possible in a big city. Precious!
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rule Rental 4 Work with what you have
one of the greatest challenges for Reffet was the lack of natural light - a common challenge for residents of the cottages for workers - but she used it to her advantage. The house was quite dark and 4:00 p.m. , even in summer, we had to turn on the lights. I decided to keep the rooms at the back (zones) living in off-white to maximize the little natural light that they got, "she explains. "The front rooms (rooms) were even darker, but I decided to embrace their obscurity and make them comfortable and moody with a palette of gray and green colors on the walls."
Reffet painted the high levels of white walls to match the ceiling, adding to the sense of height and space. A high headboard helped visual balance between the floor and ceiling.
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one of the greatest challenges for Reffet was the lack of natural light - a common challenge for residents of the cottages for workers - but she used it to her advantage. The house was quite dark and 4:00 p.m. , even in summer, we had to turn on the lights. I decided to keep the rooms at the back (zones) living in off-white to maximize the little natural light that they got, "she explains. "The front rooms (rooms) were even darker, but I decided to embrace their obscurity and make them comfortable and moody with a palette of gray and green colors on the walls."
Reffet painted the high levels of white walls to match the ceiling, adding to the sense of height and space. A high headboard helped visual balance between the floor and ceiling.
Chevet: Ikea
Be inspired by other ways to use dark colors
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colors once the walls had been painted in shades of bad mood, the couple used in brighter objects of decoration and upholstery to provide contrast and gaiety
Painting :. Dulux 'Timeless Grey
Painting :. Dulux 'Timeless Grey
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in the room of their daughter, Reffet lightened the dark wooden floor and gray-green walls with white upholstery - like the couch and carpet - and painting decorative moldings and white chimney . The back of the fireplace was painted pink and acts as a handy cubby to store toys.
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Paint: Dulux 'Still'
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I wanted the room to feel comfortable and soothing (which was not easy because of its size), in line with the style of the rest of the house, and I do not want to have the air too corny, Reffet said.
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Location rule 5 make it easy for the owner
the couple also managed to convince the owner to finance the renovation of the old bathroom. 'The arrangement was awkward - an old laminate vanity unit had water damage, the shower was more waterproof and, on a more selfish, I wanted a bath because we had a little girl grows and no longer fitted in the kitchen sink! Reffet said.
the couple also managed to convince the owner to finance the renovation of the old bathroom. 'The arrangement was awkward - an old laminate vanity unit had water damage, the shower was more waterproof and, on a more selfish, I wanted a bath because we had a little girl grows and no longer fitted in the kitchen sink! Reffet said.
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Reffet has decided to prepare a moodboard, source products (using its specific design knowledge) and source merchants quotes before taking the plan to the owner -. do all the hard work for him
They got rid of all the floor tiles and wall, the shower stall, the old suite toilet and vanity; prepared and waterproof all surfaces for tiling and / or paint; moved around some tips to keep in a bathroom; tiled floor and walls above the bath; installed a bathtub, toilet and a new vanity unit; repaired the ceiling; painted walls and repaired the broken sliding door. Not bad for only £ 2.800.
They got rid of all the floor tiles and wall, the shower stall, the old suite toilet and vanity; prepared and waterproof all surfaces for tiling and / or paint; moved around some tips to keep in a bathroom; tiled floor and walls above the bath; installed a bathtub, toilet and a new vanity unit; repaired the ceiling; painted walls and repaired the broken sliding door. Not bad for only £ 2.800.
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court compact rear is equally a laundry and an outside loo which is covered in a beautiful orange trumpet vine , the flowers fall to the ground to create a burnt orange carpet in winter.
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