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A Colourful Family in Need of a Clever Storage Solution

A wooden sideboard with books, flower vase, and decorative items against a white wall with a large abstract painting, next to a wooden slatted wall and staircase.
Interior view of a modern room with wooden furniture, a large abstract painting, and a slanted wall with a closet containing handbags and accessories.
Living room with a wooden dresser, a black lamp, a white potted plant, a wall-mounted TV, a wooden slatted room divider, a white toy car on hardwood floor, and a black wall with hats and a red handbag hanging, with a woman walking up a staircase in t
A modern wooden-coat storage with sneakers and colorful hanging bags, next to a white and brown toy car on a wooden floor, with a large abstract painting and a black lamp on a wooden sideboard
Open drawer containing a silver helmet with yellow caution tape, a green dinosaur-themed lunchbox, and a blue camouflage backpack, with a wooden floor and wooden desk above.
Close-up of a wooden wall with horizontal slats painted in various colors, including blue, purple, red, and orange.
Modern staircase with wooden steps and LED lighting, railing, and shoes at the bottom, inside a contemporary home.
Wooden staircase with illuminated under treads and a pair of high-heeled shoes on the bottom step, leading up in a modern, well-lit interior.

A vibrant and functional design that transforms unused space into a striking feature of the home.

The brief was to create a practical storage solution that also expressed the personality and colour of the family. Our response was to reclaim the under-stair void - a typically forgotten area - and transform it into a beautifully detailed custom joinery feature incorporating cupboards and drawers to maximise functionality.

To bring warmth and continuity, we wrapped the unit in blackbutt timber slats that mirror the home’s flooring. Between each slat, subtle glimpses of colour appear - a playful reference to the client’s love of Missoni, inspired by the vibrant hues of her wardrobe. The result is a design that feels tailored, joyful, and architecturally resolved.

As the new storage wall altered the staircase’s visual weight, we reimagined the stair design itself - blocking the underside of each step and introducing LED lighting for a soft, ambient glow. The result is both functional and sculptural, creating a warm, welcoming statement at the home’s entrance and celebrating how thoughtful design can elevate everyday living.

This project was shortlisted in the 32nd Annual Dulux Colour Awards 2018.

Photographer: Courtney King 

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