STYLE HOME

"MY HOME IS designed to last"

EMER GILLESPIE RENOVATED HER HOME TO CREATE AN INVITING SPACE DECORATED IN A RICH COLOUR PALETTE AND PACKED WITH TIMELESS IDEAS

FEATURE & STYLING MAXINE BRADY

1 “We created a cosy diner”

‘In this dining space, our banquette seating is upholstered in dark green cord, a hard-wearing material with a texture that echoes the fluted wood in our kitchen. The artwork was created by Hove artist Shyama Ruffell, who happens to live on our street; our large collection of plants was her inspiration. The 3.8-metrehigh ceiling makes this the perfect spot for the trio of beautiful pendant lights made from spalted beech.’

2 “We used local firms for a bespoke look”

‘As our kitchen had a tricky floor plan, we decided to go bespoke. Working with local small businesses allowed us to be more involved in the design process – we could visit the workshop to pick out materials and oversee the build.’

FLUTED TEXTURE

Ridged materials bring interesting texture to a functional space. Look out for surfaces, fabrics and even lighting with a fluted finish

3 “Earthy hues add drama”

‘As this is a north-facing living room, I had to be mindful when picking paint colours – Ispent hours deliberating over a million samples. In the end, I chose a soft, earthy pink and a deep green. These highly pigmented paints change colour during the day, so the room never feels flat and dull. The finishing touch is the rug, which picks out all the colours of the room.’

SHUTTERS

For overlooked rooms, shutters are a great way to retain privacy while still allowing light to filter into your space

4 “Artwork reflects our personality”

‘I was a photographer for years and I love collecting prints. We found this box set of six prints by Dan Hillier in a Brighton gallery. I love the way the graphic colours and gold leaf detail add character to our blank