Introducing #beechworthprojectxhehe.

Recently I completed the first stage renovation of a country cottage located in Beechworth, a historical town in North-East Victoria. Having grown up in the country, I feel a strong connection with country homes and get very excited when I have the opportunity to renovate one! This is the second project I’ve completed for this client and it’s been an absolute pleasure helping to bring some life and charm back to this beautiful home.

The country cottage dates back to the 1860’s and has so many lovely original features. Unfortunately a lot of these had been lost in the update carried out by the previous owners and new, ultra modern interiors now jarred with its traditional surrounds.

The client brief was to create a welcoming, cosy space that bursts with colour and life. One request was to “get rid of all the white”. My favourite request! But in actuality, white did this house no favour, highlighting imperfections in old plasterwork and appearing drab in the darkened spaces.

In keeping with the natural surrounds of the area, a rich colour palette of green and blue hues was used. The bold colour choices made the individual spaces feel grand and homely. Picture rails were added in every room to create ease with displaying artwork as most internal walls were solid brick.

A sense of mood and charm was captured in each room with colour and texture playing a large part in the cohesiveness of the design. Luxurious linens, woolen throws and colourful, patterned throw cushions were supplemented by delicate light fittings, rugged timbers and natural sisal floor coverings.

This country home has found it’s soul.

Next up, bringing some country charm to that ultra modern kitchen.

AFTER: The master bedroom is now an inviting, cosy haven. The mirrored bed feels right at home against a rich, dark navy backdrop which also allows the jewel tones in the accessories to pop.

BEFORE: The Master Bedroom

AFTER: The guest bedroom is now a warm and inviting guest’s retreat. The blue-green wall colour envelopes the room to create a cosy space for guests. Darker navy tones and pops of brass and mustard have been used to create a restful space.

BEFORE: The Guest Bedroom

AFTER: The second guest room is a restful space and uses a lighter green-grey tone on the walls. Layers of rich textures and punches of orange and deep greens have been used in the accessories to provide further warmth and comfort.

BEFORE: The Second Guest Bedroom

AFTER: The hallway is now a stunning dark green which has further defined the space, making the hallway feel grand and magnificent, not just a place to pass through. The addition of picture rails allows the clients artwork to hang like a gallery in this space. This is the perfect example to debunk the myth of painting dark colours in small spaces.

BEFORE: The Hallway

The charming country cottage with the original 1860’s brick home and extension added by previous owners

For more photography, see Beechworth Project on my projects page.

Photography by Bec Haycraft.

“Before” photography from realestate.com.au