VICTORIAN LAKEFRONT BEFORE & AFTER This neglected Victorian on the waterfront in Hudson was a perfect example of a diamond in the rough. But its new owners recognized its potential and (lucky for us) we were hired to redesign the main floor. Everything was replaced, from the uneven and mismatched floor boards, to the dilapidated, rickety old staircase. Not to mention, new windows, sexy new hot water heaters imported from England., a new kitchen and main floor bathroom. The entire house was painted Moonshine by Benjamin Moore - a watery blue-grey colour which works perfectly with all the wood and white trim. The kitchen was gutted and reconfigured to optimize the fantastic water views allowing the owners to relax at their new island (with soapstone counters). The beautiful blue backsplash tiles make this traditional white kitchen anything but boring. And we painted the adjacent dining room ceiling the same deep blue colour to add impact. Our clients had travelled all over the world for work before returning to Montreal, and their art collection, geological artifacts, wool rugs and assortment of wood furniture (collected in Chile, Mexico and Arizona to name a few places) give this updated Victorian a lived-in, eclectic look. We added some unexpected lighting with a nod to the Victorian age throughout and the back room, once the exterior porch, is now a the perfect retreat to relax, hold book club meetings or just enjoy the views from the elegant new furniture or the newly reupholstered family heirloom bench.

Victorian sitting room transformation with bespoke joinery and modern lighting. Louvre shutters used to create space and light in the sitting room whilst decadent velvet curtains are used in the dining room. Stunning artwork was the inspiration behind this room.

ハートフォードシャーにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれなリビング (マルチカラーの壁、無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、埋込式メディアウォール) の写真

ロンドンにあるヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれなリビング (無垢フローリング、マルチカラーの壁) の写真

Chris Snook
ロンドンにあるヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれな応接間 (マルチカラーの壁、無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、茶色い床) の写真

After many years of careful consideration and planning, these clients came to us with the goal of restoring this home’s original Victorian charm while also increasing its livability and efficiency. From preserving the original built-in cabinetry and fir flooring, to adding a new dormer for the contemporary master bathroom, careful measures were taken to strike this balance between historic preservation and modern upgrading. Behind the home’s new exterior claddings, meticulously designed to preserve its Victorian aesthetic, the shell was air sealed and fitted with a vented rainscreen to increase energy efficiency and durability. With careful attention paid to the relationship between natural light and finished surfaces, the once dark kitchen was re-imagined into a cheerful space that welcomes morning conversation shared over pots of coffee. Every inch of this historical home was thoughtfully considered, prompting countless shared discussions between the home owners and ourselves. The stunning result is a testament to their clear vision and the collaborative nature of this project. Photography by Radley Muller Photography Design by Deborah Todd Building Design Services

Rick Frank
ヒューストンにある高級な中くらいなヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれなリビング (ベージュの壁、濃色無垢フローリング、テレビなし、茶色い床) の写真

AND Interior Design Studio/ Peter Lyons Photography
サンフランシスコにある高級な中くらいなヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれなリビング (青い壁、無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、タイルの暖炉まわり、テレビなし、グレーの床) の写真

As seen on This Old House, photo by Eric Roth
ボストンにある高級な中くらいなヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれなリビング (グレーの壁、無垢フローリング) の写真

Danny Piassick
ダラスにあるヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれなリビング (ベージュの壁、無垢フローリング、暖炉なし、テレビなし) の写真

ボストンにある高級な広いヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれなリビング (無垢フローリング、黄色い壁、茶色い床) の写真

Paul Craig ©Paul Craig 2014 All Rights Reserved. Interior Design - Cochrane Design
ロンドンにあるラグジュアリーなヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれな応接間 (グレーの壁、無垢フローリング) の写真

Ed Reeve / EDIT
ロンドンにあるヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれなリビング (緑の壁、濃色無垢フローリング、テレビなし) の写真

This family of 4 (plus the dog) wanted rooms they could really live in. We stuck to contract grade fabrics and practical furnishings. Photos by John Magor.

エセックスにある中くらいなヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれなリビング (青い壁、無垢フローリング、薪ストーブ、漆喰の暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、茶色い床) の写真

This venerable 1840’s townhouse has a youthful owner who loves vibrant color and the folds of fabric. Part whimsy and part serious, these rooms are filled weekend after weekend with family and friends. Out of town guests love the simple old dependency rooms, once intended for servants and rowdy 19th century boys. The trick was to use every alcove and passageway to create places for gathering. No question the billiard table conjures up fabled Southern habits of idling. Just in case that sounds too serious, throw in a jukebox stocked with vintage country and rock. High style doesn’t mean the good times don’t roll.

Upper landing light fixture - Brussels, circa 1920s Chandelier - Sweden, 19th century Herring bone flooring installed by Polish craftsman 4 piece mantle - Italian cararra marble, 19th century Window rails - Hungary, 19th century Stair landing chandelier - Louis XIV style, 19th century Photo by KuDa Photography

ミルウォーキーにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれな独立型リビング (ベージュの壁、濃色無垢フローリング、コーナー設置型暖炉、タイルの暖炉まわり、テレビなし) の写真

stephen allen photography
マイアミにあるラグジュアリーな巨大なヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれなリビング (両方向型暖炉、石材の暖炉まわり、グレーの壁、濃色無垢フローリング) の写真