Houzz Tour: Convert Cottage Linda Barker in Yorkshire - It can be a challenge to extend and convert a traditional house to modern life while retaining the charm of the area of origin, but the interior designer Linda Barker Yorkshire cottage is a master at how to combine contemporary and traditional.
When Linda discovered the property in the 1890s, she liked its location and charm and was inspired to build on the existing space to equip it for modern living. Thanks to a nice extension and intelligent redesign, the cottage is reinforced and increased the living space on the ground floor, while retaining the charm of the period of the house.
When Linda discovered the property in the 1890s, she liked its location and charm and was inspired to build on the existing space to equip it for modern living. Thanks to a nice extension and intelligent redesign, the cottage is reinforced and increased the living space on the ground floor, while retaining the charm of the period of the house.
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Houzz at a Glance
Who lives here interior designer and creative director of Wren Kitchens Linda Barker, her husband, Chris, daughter, Jessica, and their new puppy lurcher, Stanley
Location East Riding of Yorkshire
property A detached house built in 1890
Size 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms
Who lives here interior designer and creative director of Wren Kitchens Linda Barker, her husband, Chris, daughter, Jessica, and their new puppy lurcher, Stanley
Location East Riding of Yorkshire
property A detached house built in 1890
Size 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms
Chris Snook
When Linda and her husband moved in, the property was character and tidy. "I loved the house," said Linda, "but he did not have the space I needed to feel completely relaxed and 'at home'."
Sofas , Multiyork. Walls painted gray storm Zoffany.
Sofas , Multiyork. Walls painted gray storm Zoffany.
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Anxious to combine the best of old world charm with contemporary design, Linda provided a sympathetic extension to the living space on the ground floor.
"We wanted to create a comfortable family home that was easy to maintain, while mixing the cottage feel with a contemporary atmosphere," she said.
"We wanted to create a comfortable family home that was easy to maintain, while mixing the cottage feel with a contemporary atmosphere," she said.
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a sympathetic extension created this dining area on the ground floor, with a large bathroom bath in the first stage directly above. A separate kitchen extension was also added.
living space Opening has transformed the way the rooms are used. "I like the way people easily occupy the room, and go through the different spaces inside and outside," Linda said.
"A large gathering of family sees all parts of the ground floor being used for different activities. The house is full of conversation and promotes a friendly atmosphere, with young people occupying certain spaces and adults with others. "
living space Opening has transformed the way the rooms are used. "I like the way people easily occupy the room, and go through the different spaces inside and outside," Linda said.
"A large gathering of family sees all parts of the ground floor being used for different activities. The house is full of conversation and promotes a friendly atmosphere, with young people occupying certain spaces and adults with others. "
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Clutching a large kitchen in a chalet with a low ceiling was a challenge, but the new extension has created a beautifully light and contemporary space.
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"the kitchen was an important area to get right, as it was a complete reconstruction, designed to make the most of the stunning views of the back of the house, "says Linda.
kitchen, Wren kitchens. Ceiling painted in white Architects, Zoffany.
kitchen, Wren kitchens. Ceiling painted in white Architects, Zoffany.
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"it was a joy to see the potential of the home that is as we open space, "adds Linda.
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upstairs, the spacious new bathroom with a freestanding bathtub positioned in front of a large window and skylight is a favorite of Linda room in the house.
bathroom, Wren bathrooms.
bathroom, Wren bathrooms.
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a walk-in shower and luxury practice adds to the space, while a soothing and unobtrusive palette of white and gray is sophisticated without infringing the amazing views beyond.
Walls painted white Architects, Zoffany.
Walls painted white Architects, Zoffany.
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opening the bathroom is a smart and relaxing master bedroom. Linda reupholstered gray head high, which adds visual interest and a sense of luxury. Caged bulbs bring a touch of industrial style.
long cage and Tube Long Tube incandescent bulb, Urban Cottage Industries.
long cage and Tube Long Tube incandescent bulb, Urban Cottage Industries.
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"It is wonderful and peaceful here," said Linda beautiful rural area. "It's the perfect antidote to our work week in London."
Walls painted in smoke, Zoffany.
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Walls painted in smoke, Zoffany.
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The overhaul was not without its challenges, however, including
exotic woodworm that ate its way through an oak floor massif. "Now, for a long time, fortunately," says Linda.
exotic woodworm that ate its way through an oak floor massif. "Now, for a long time, fortunately," says Linda.
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an upholstered bed french style creates an elegant statement in the guest room, while wooden shutters and a vintage style chandelier create an elegant country feel. the bed was new source of a commercial supplier in Lancashire, but as Linda said, he has "that looks like old antique feel to it.
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Cow Parsley wallpaper in a charcoal shadow wood behind the bed adds a subtle pattern and interests
Cow Parsley wallpaper Cole & Son.
Cow Parsley wallpaper Cole & Son.
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an antique chandelier was a find of the Kempton antiques market.
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A bed carved wood rescued from a salvage yard and nestled under the roof, creating a cottage feel in this room. Linda brought him back to life with a coat of off-white paint.
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ancient coins, like this rustic box cover, a nod to the history of the house, and there are decorative creative and unusual items through, as birdcage light, made from an old parrot cage found in the street.
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Linda described her style as "contemporary, elegant and informal", and pretty decorative touch and vignettes create areas of interest in each room.
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A roll-top bath and traditional towels in the first floor bathroom celebrate the period charm of the original house.
Chris Snook
Chris Snook
the garden was also a careful consideration of the regime.
"It was important for us to create a lot of different areas in which we could enjoy either the sunrise or sunset, and enjoy the wide range of views," says Linda.
"It was important for us to create a lot of different areas in which we could enjoy either the sunrise or sunset, and enjoy the wide range of views," says Linda.
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To make the link with extension, beds, a pergola and ipe wood decking for outdoor dining were added to the rear of the house raised.
deck, the Deck outdoor Company.
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