With a ma ximalist approach and a hands-on at titude, an art dealer and her husband have transformed their compact 1930s home into a visual delight
HOME PROFILE
WHO LIVES HERE Annalise Holasz, an art dealer and content creator (@annalise.at.number.9), husband Pete Mosley, a senior physics lecturer, their newborn daughter and two cats, Poppy and Evie THE PROPERTY A 1930s semi-detached house in Bath, Somerset
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This page and opposite ‘I was teaming the pink walls with blue accessories,’ explains Annalise, ‘but then added some red touches to bring out its warmth.’ Walls in Clove, Edward Bulmer. Sofa, Sofa.com. Mirror, Melody Maison. Artworks (throughout), Wallflower Vintage Art on Etsy
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Armchairs, vintage. Cushions, Alice Palmer. Wallcovering, Istanbul souk. Rug, Wayfair
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Walls in Clove, Edward Bulmer. Sofa, Sofa.com. Cushions, Oka. Chest, Nothing The Small Shop
Nothing is displayed behind glass here – I love oil paintings, particularly those with texture,’ says art dealer Annalise Holasz of the compact house in Bath she shares with her husband Pete Mosley and their young daughter. Every inch of wall space here draws the eye, covered with eclectic and engaging vignettes gathered from Ebay, Instagram and Etsy.
When Annalise and Pete first viewed the property, they knew instantly that it was right for them. ‘I’ll always remember how positive I felt when I walked in,’ explains Annalise. ‘I especially liked the open fireplaces – I grew up with one and have wanted my own ever since. Plus, all the rooms were light with plenty of character. The house is in a good location too, as we can walk into Bath along the canal and have the shops of Larkhall nearby, which has a nice villagey feel.’
Once they’d moved in, the couple threw themselves into decorating and DIY: ‘It’s the quickest way to make a house feel like home,’ enthuses Annalise. Their tasks involved painting the front and garage doors in a vintage-style green-blue, making radiator covers and upcycling furniture. Pete also installed the shutters.
The first project they tackled was the lounge. ‘It’s the only room that isn’t open plan, so it was the easiest. We opted for dark green walls, adding cupboards and shelving in the alcoves – great for styling and storage,’ Annalise says. The fireplace was painted in a soft pink, and they added sofas in a neutral shade. Cushions and decorative lamps added texture and pattern. ‘Finally, I curated a gallery wall above the sofa using a mix of original paintings – antique, vintage and contemporary – displayed in mismatched frames that I love almost as much as the art itself !’ she says. Of the two living rooms – the other a snug across the hallway – it’s the more formal an
