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touch to the living zone, says Malyon. “We chose a feature parquet table and bold striped chairs to create a dining environment suitable for the family and for entertaining. These pieces add a sense of classic style and co-ordinate with the owners’ 300-year-old refectory table, which now sits in the extended living space.” The house has been rewired with stateof-the-art German LED lights, where the rimless recessed fittings sit flush with the ceiling, exposing only the light source. There is also an innovative super light system that allows task lights for artworks or surfaces to descend or retract into the ceiling. Upstairs, faded floor coverings were replaced with sound-absorbing premium solution-dyed carpet, and walls in the master bedroom received a new treatment. “The wallpaper adds both texture and dimension – creating a warm, cocoon-like feel for total relaxation,” says Malyon. In the bathrooms, the concept was to give the sense of a Zen-inspired spa-style resort, with modern textural elements. Above left: Working in harmony with Prestige Projects, furniture and accessory specialist Trenzseater, and the homeowners, Orb Design created refined interiors for the home. The parquet dining table and chairs are Trenzseater designs. Also from Trenzseater are the coffee table, the decorative topiary balls and nickel vases. Above: A wide-plank, tongue-and-groove solid oak floor in the hallway replaced a tired carpet. Cherished furniture pieces were integrated into the new design. search | save | share at trendsideas.com 123