Worn-out country house astonishingly undergoes a radical renovation
Foxcote Cottage, an 18th-century end-of-terrace cottage, has undergone a remarkable transformation, thanks to the expertise of interior designer Kirstin Eriksson. The cottage, located in picturesque countryside, has been revitalized and extended to create a modern yet sympathetic home.
The cottage, which had suffered years of neglect, required extensive renovation. The interior walls had rising damp, the double garage was filled with asbestos, and the garden was overgrown with weeds. However, Kirstin saw the potential and purchased Foxcote Cottage in a bankruptcy sale.
The renovation took less than a year to complete. The kitchen, positioned at the center of the open ground floor layout, avoids an overtly functional appearance. The wall paint hue matches the cabinetry, and no tiles are used for the splashback, creating a seamless and cohesive design.
A bedroom was sacrificed on the first floor to make space for a good-sized family bathroom. The bedroom walls are painted a shade of grey-green, and soft furnishings and accessories are in rich neutral tones. The sitting room was partially knocked through to the kitchen, creating a wide opening that maintains the feel of two separate spaces. A gallery wall with artworks in shades of blue is present in the sitting room.
The bathroom, which was previously located on the ground floor at the furthest corner of the cottage, was moved to the first floor. The new bathroom boasts a sleek design, with a freestanding bathtub and contemporary fixtures.
The dining area features a skylight and patio doors leading to the garden. Tongue and groove panelling is used in the new-build extension of the dining area for a sympathetic country look. The garden was redesigned to provide an inside/outside experience, with a patio area, outdoor seating, and lush planting.
Kirstin Eriksson launched her business, InsideOut Interior Design, after renovating Foxcote Cottage. Her work has been praised by industry experts, including Kerryn Harper-Cuss, a New Zealand-based interior designer and editor known for her work in interior decoration. Kerryn, who has edited magazines such as "Home" and "Your Home and Garden," provided insights on the design of Foxcote Cottage.
Today, Foxcote Cottage serves as a weekend getaway for the family and is also rented out via Boutique Retreats. The cottage boasts four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen, and a living room, making it the perfect retreat for families or groups of friends. The transformation of Foxcote Cottage is a testament to the power of creativity, hard work, and vision.
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