Two unique spaces, connecting the ground floor of this home…
The vestibule of this 1930’s bungalow was naturally dark - but for the light from the stunning stained glassed window - and cluttered with the usual chaos in a house full of people and pets! It was also the main entryway so making a statement was important to the owners, as was a feeling of connection with the rest of the home.
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We sourced the perfect blue to enhance the brilliant hue in the stain glassed window, and embraced the natural darkness of the space with a moody, inky shade. A brighter but complementary shade was chosen to frame and highlight the beautiful window. Because the space was so small, the fitted cupboard and some storage was painted in the same or similar tones to increase the illusion of space. A second hand bench was upcycled for extra storage and a spot to put on outdoor footwear.
An existing IKEA storage shelf - with baskets for hats and hooks for coats - was painted in the same colour as the walls, helping it disappear against its inky background. F&B wallpaper samples in complementary colours were placed in second hand frames for some cost effective artwork and extra colour.
The adjacent hall, in contrast to the entryway / vestibule area was light and airy, so the same shade as the vestibule woodwork was used on the walls to create continuity, while the blue from the vestibule was also picked out in artwork and accessories to bring further cohesion.
A reclaimed wall cabinet from a Victorian bookshop was given a new role as a hall console with the help of some original 1960’s Dansette legs. It’s tall, slim profile was perfect in the narrow space. An original 1980’s Anglepoise lamp and a 1930’s mirror create a bit more of a fun and eclectic era mix, while lots of plants work beautifully with the green of the cabinet and give a relaxed vibe.