Derelict homes: Rags To Riches #01 - Part II
I had such a great response to my introduction to the series Derelict Home: Rags to Riches, which I'm really pleased with! It’s made me even more excited to get on with the series, particularly the first image. If you haven’t read the intro to the series visit here.
Perspective Match Render
So looking more closely at the image, it looks as though there is a window on the left hand side, it just has a blind or cover over it. There is obviously a window behind the image given where the light is coming through - I’ve taken the liberty of putting two in behind the camera. On the right hand side of the image you can just about see some panelling which I have extended to around the room. I’ve also added architrave to the doors.
In the room towards the back on the left hand side, I think there are two doors but I’ve changed these to windows.
As mentioned in my previous post, I will be creating this space into a country kitchen where I also included some initial inspiration images. I have since decided that as the space has terracotta floor, perhaps this image is based somewhere in the Mediterranean or at least somewhere hot, and as it’s grey and miserable in London, I’ve run with that idea and picturing sunnier climes!
I’ve updated some of the inspiration images for colour scheme inspiration below, taking into consideration that I will be keeping the terracotta floor. I think going for a neutral walls works best, don’t you think?
Images from left to right: Jacques Erasmus and Hein Liebenberg bought a 160-year-old house, article found here ~ Inigo Sunnybank, Somerset ~ The Range, Byron Bay where you can book to stay here ~ Inigo, Oxberry Avenue ~ The Range, Byron Bay ~ Last image by interior designer Jean Stoffer Design.
Walls
Starting with the walls, I’d like to keep the panelling where possible and strip back the walls to the plaster (given how poor the walls are and mould growing on the walls it probably needs new walls and plaster!). With that in mind, I came across Clayworks, who create ready mix clay plaster finishes that are environmentally friendly and no need for paint! I absolutely love the natural finish, and the slight uneven in colouring/texture. It has a lovely softness to it.
Image from Clayworks Kitchen Case Studies found here
Their vision is ‘to play a significant role in the reimagination of clay as the interior wall finish of the future.’ From an environmental and sustainability point of view it sounds like a dream:
‘Clayworks clay plasters are unique blends of unfired clays mixed with minerals and natural pigments to provide a healthy, breathable finish for interior walls and ceilings. They are a more sustainable alternative to gypsum plaster and paint, supplied ready to mix with water and be applied with conventional plastering tools and skills.
Clay plasters are natural and non-toxic, with low VOCs emissions and no synthetic, concrete or lime additives. Made from readily available, naturally abundant materials, they require no processing, only blending. During the manufacturing process very little energy is required, no water is used, and there is zero waste produced.
Amongst the most sustainable wall finishes available, clay plasters are recyclable, repairable and compostable. They allow buildings to breathe, attenuate acoustics and help regulate humidity and temperature.’
You can find more information on their website here.
So for the rest of the walls and ceiling I have applied a plaster finish inspired by Clayworks.
Panelling, Architrave, Coving & Ceiling
For the panelling I've chosen a paint called ‘Tuesday’s Child’ from Coat Paints (I LOVE the names of the paints - so fun!) who are a BCorp company, with water based paints, low VOC’s and they make it order. Bonus they also support CRISIS to end homelessness which if you have seen some of my stories and posts is a subject I definitely support!
Colour scheme for walls and floor:
Tuesday’s Child from Coat Paints, 2. Terracotta floor already in the space, 3. WHI-07 plaster colour from Clayworks
Kitchen Cabinets
Next for the kitchen cabinets I’ve chosen a dark wood, which I would love to think could have been reclaimed so I’ve made them look a little worn …. and added a thick 8 cm marble counter top. This adds a modern edge to the kitchen and an element of luxury. I’ve also used marble as the splash back on the right hand side.
I’d love to know what you think so far, let me know in the comments below. You’ll find more videos over the coming week on my Instagram feed too.
The next post will reveal the final look, complete with lighting, accessories, kitchen door handles (just realised I haven’t included these!) and a couple more angle shots.
*I am not affiliated with any of the brands mentioned nor are they paying me. The renders are just that, CGI’s an artists impression, not actual photographs so if you are thinking of using any of these items/brands please test out and see what they look like within your space.