“Getting more light in was a priority,” says Sarah Woodford of Woodford Architecture and Interiors, who transformed this classic stone cottage in Cornwall, England, with her partner, architect Gavin Woodford. “It was very outdated, dark and damp.” The challenge was to pull in extra light without compromising the style of the riverside property.
Clever changes, including opening up the stairwell, adding skylights in the bathrooms and installing more windows, had a huge impact. “It’s made it a house you want to be in as opposed to one that felt a bit dingy before,” Sarah says. Scroll down to see their inspiring renovation.
House at a Glance
Who lives here: A family
Location: Helford Estuary, Cornwall, England
Size: Four bedrooms and two bathrooms
Designers: Interior designer Sarah Woodford and architect Gavin Woodford of Woodford Architecture and Interiors
One half of the couple loves cooking, so in addition to requesting more light, the pair asked for a bigger, much more functional kitchen and an area for entertaining. They also wanted the whole place modernized and for it to have a subtle coastal feel. “Not overly, just a nod,” Sarah says.