Priya Patel
TLDR:
- A family with three young children transforms a plain property in Surrey into a colorful, joyful home with the help of Olivine Design.
- Olivine Design introduces colorful paint ideas and carefully curated details to inject character and life into the interior.
Country interiors are often known for their muted palettes, but this Surrey home stands out with a joyful, kaleidoscopic interior thanks to Olivine Design. The clients, a family with three young children, moved to the seven-bedroom house seeking more space. While the property had great architecture and natural light, it lacked character and color. Olivine Design was tasked with renovating the interior to reflect the family’s personality. New bathrooms were installed, and underutilized rooms, such as a large dining room, were transformed to better suit the family’s needs.
Key Elements
The renovation focused on:
- Introducing colorful paint ideas and curated details
- Creating an interior that reflects the family’s personality
- Transforming underutilized spaces into functional areas
- Selecting a cohesive color palette
- Incorporating playful, modern touches throughout the home
The interior features clean, calm hues with pops of pink, blue, red, yellow, and green. Modern pieces complement the transitional style, with careful attention to detail evident in the oversized floral headboards, scalloped rugs, and fluted bedside cabinets. The result is a vibrant, character-filled family home that perfectly balances color and sophistication.
Designers’ Insights
Victoria Gray and Taline Findlater from Olivine Design share their inspiration and favorite design details:
- Biggest Success: Adding built-in joinery in the playroom to showcase the children’s book collection
- Go-To Color: Pale pinks in all shades
- Small Change with Big Impact: Oversized headboards in the bedrooms
- Favorite Design Detail: Trims on cushions, curtains, and furniture
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