Many of us dream of it but not so many of us actually get the chance to design and decorate our own dream home from scratch! But that is what UK's Falmouth-based interior designer Kathryn Tyler of Linea Studio has be so lucky to be able to do.
The Corkellis House located in Cornwall England is a two storey contemporary designed home featuring beautiful mid-century Scandinavian furniture and personalised decorative treasures from second-hand stores and online purchases. This mix of décor brings warmth and personality to the home. “It’s far more satisfying to give new life to an old object than to just pick something from a catalog,” says Kathryn.
The building is constructed of painted brickwork for the ground floor and red cedar horizontal cladding which will weather and turn a beautiful grey, for the first floor.
The beautiful crisp white interior is refreshing and bright with large windows attracting the sunlight, while the timber accents throughout the house, such as the Scandinavian inspired furniture, the wooden staircase and intricate parquet flooring adds warmth and texture.
And dont think that you need a lot of money to achieve the look Kathryn has created, the dining table below cost $30, the poster $3, and the set of 1950s Carl Jacobs Jason chairs she snagged on eBay for $400. What bargain finds!
The cleverly designed staircase is not only a design feature but also doubles as additional storage to show off homewares and Kathryn's gorgeous collections.
I love this house that Kathryn's created, the intricate details in the construction and choice of colour and décor create a very beautiful, calming, welcoming, warm happy home. Here are her tips on creating a home just perfect for you.
Kathryn's Design Tips (courtesy of Dwell)
Stick to your instincts and avoid trends
“If you’re a fan of a particular era then keep an eye out for things in that
style and add them gradually. They will always work well together.”
Do your research
“The difference between the most expensive quote and the cheapest we received
for building materials was almost double. If you are in a rush you will get
ripped off, because people will recognize that and charge a premium.”
Storage is critical
“It’s something that always gets overlooked but it’s actually the most
important thing. I calculated the linear footage of the books I own to make
sure everything would fit!”
Futureproof your space
“Analyse what you have now and anticipate how much storage you’ll need in five
or ten years.”
Consider handmade and vintage
pieces
“Vintage and craftsman-made furniture is often of higher quality. Spending more
on something that is beautifully made and will last could save you from
investing twice!”
Use international versions of
auction websites
“If you’re looking for Swedish design, try Swedish eBay. It’s likely to be much
cheaper there.”
Photos permission from Kathryn Tyler
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