The tall, leafy tree you see here — a blossom tree planted by the homeowners 10 years earlier — served as inspiration to design firm Studio Tate. This residence in Brighton is warm and inviting, and takes shade from the blossom tree.
Photos: Sharyn Cairns
The interiors reflect a sense of calm. Dark wood floors and soft grey furnishing, as well as photographs of nature, help achieve this.
The living room features warm metals and glass. Shiny surfaces add to the elegant ambience of the home.
“The ground floor kitchen and dining are cloaked by [the tree’s] foliage,” says Alex Hopkins, principal interior designer at Studio Tate. “The warmth of its changing autumnal character also mirrored our desired feeling for the home; welcoming and adaptable.”
With natural light streaming in, the materials chosen — from the glazed backsplash to the wooden cabinetry — offers an ever-changing panorama.
A fabric headboard, pendant lamp and day curtains create a soft and restful bedroom.
The simply designed, contemporary furniture and fittings were paired with wood finishes in natural grains and textures.
Natural materials, such as stone and wood, establish a connection between indoors and out.
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