A Restored Classic, Reimagined for Modern Living
When our client came to LTKI, they had a clear vision: to breathe new life into their much-loved heritage home without losing the charm that first drew them in. Their brief was simple but deeply personal—reconfigure and update their space to suit a more functional, family-oriented lifestyle.
The Challenge:
This home had its quirks. The main bathroom doubled as a laundry, the kitchen’s G-shaped layout was impractical, storage was tight, and the overall flow of the house felt restricted.
The Transformation:
We approached the redesign with two guiding principles: practicality and harmony.
- A New Kitchen Heartbeat:
A completely reimagined kitchen now forms the heart of the home, anchored by a central island in warm timber veneer. It’s not just a prep space—it’s a social hub, crafted to feel like a piece of furniture, adding softness and depth. - Modern Touches with Purpose:
Integrated features like a pot filler, bifold appliance cabinets, and hidden charging stations in drawers speak to the needs of modern living, while maintaining a seamless aesthetic. - Smart Spatial Planning:
By relocating the laundry and reconfiguring the kitchen layout, we unlocked a sense of openness and cohesion across the main living areas. - Elegant Utility:
Glazed timber pocket doors open to a clever dual-purpose pantry and laundry. Lapitec sintered stone benchtops with integrated drainage grooves offer both style and substance, while a fold-out ironing board and bathroom-connected laundry chute enhance everyday efficiency. - Serene Sanctuaries:
In the bathrooms, natural stone and porcelain meet in a timeless blend of texture and tone. A skylight floods the space with light, and handcrafted ink-blue tiles introduce colour and personality. Old English fittings give the space a touch of heritage luxury. - A Wardrobe to Envy:
The walk-in robe maximises vertical space with pull-down hanging rods and streamlined storage, delivering form and function in equal measure.
The Result:
The Surrey Hills Project is a story of restored charm and redefined spaces. A marriage of craftsmanship and contemporary design, this home is now thoughtfully tailored to the rhythms of modern family life—with timeless style and enduring function.
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