The first step was to redesign the structure, to maximise the space available.

Every member of the family had a request to be incorporated in the kitchen design. The kids were very keen on having filtered water and ice built into the fridge. Sophie’s husband prioritised having a separate wine fridge and Sophie wanted an instant hot water Quooker tap. All of these were...

Sophie selected microcement for the flooring material. Combined with underfloor heating it is warm underfoot and has no grout lines, in-keeping with the desired seamless look and feel.

The antique Knoll sofa that had belonged to Sophie’s Grandmother, was the starting point for the living room design. Her parents had sat on in for photographs on their wedding day in 1975. It is a very large piece and could only be got into the house by removing the windows. It sets the tone for...