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When Thea Ingram and her partner, Joel, purchased the property, which dates back to the turn of the 20th century, it was in need of substantial repair, and significant structural improvements were made to meet the needs of the couple and their children. The end result is a fusion of classical architecture with contemporary design elements, resulting in an enviable living environment.
Thea, who founded interior design business Stanza ID, and Joel worked with Quad Design Solutions architects to reimagine their forever home. The work involved a comprehensive overhaul of the property, which spans three levels and has a total of five bedrooms.
The layout of the ground floor was reimagined to serve the family’s needs much better. Instead of the room at the front of the house being the main living space, the kitchen was opened out from the lean-to set up with an outhouse encompassing an outside toilet that had been the layout at the rear of the property. The staircase was moved entirely to the back of the house, encased in the wall with a backlit bannister for a truly modern feel.
One of the most striking features of the ground-floor renovation is the attention to material details, from the oversized herringbone timber flooring to the sleek, bespoke joinery. The use of dark doors throughout the house adds a touch of drama and continuity, enhancing the overall aesthetic appeal.
The rear extension was meticulously planned to seamlessly integrate with the existing structure, with the generously-proportional outdoor space and garden room, creating a harmonious flow between indoors and out, providing the perfect working, entertainment or relaxation set up.
The middle floor of the house accommodates the children’s and guest accommodation. There is a guest suite with an ensuite bathroom, another double guest bedroom and two smaller single children’s bedrooms for Alba, Luca and Grey, making four bedrooms in total.
The master suite takes over the entire top floor of the house, with a dedicated staircase being inserted. The stunning room features a dressing room and bathroom behind a half-height wall and a freestanding bath looking out to the garden. The garden, in addition to the interior transformation, was also another focal point of the renovation.
Joel is a keen gardener, and the meticulously landscaped outside space is somewhere for the whole family, as well as a place for inviting friends and family over to enjoy. In the back garden, there is a large planter, an entertaining area and a platform terrace, perfect for enjoying the sunset. The garden room, originally intended as a home office, now serves as a versatile space providing a gym, play area and kitchenette.
“We are thrilled to reveal the culmination of months of hard work and creativity that went into making our home,” says Thea. “Our goal was to create a place that not only reflects our personal style but also meets the family’s needs, and we couldn’t be happier with the result.”