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old wallpaper, key<br />
pieces and the clever<br />
use of reupholstering<br />
were all it took to<br />
transform this home<br />
into a contemporary,<br />
unique sanctuary where spaces flow<br />
seamlessly into one another.<br />
“We wanted to give the home<br />
an update without removing the<br />
antique furniture and special items<br />
that were already there,” says Ardent<br />
Interiors owner Megan. “Our brief<br />
was to create unique spaces that<br />
tell a story, while still keeping it<br />
comfortable, homey and a place<br />
where memories can be created.”<br />
This bold, black bedroom is<br />
unique, dramatic and exciting!<br />
Ardent Interiors owner<br />
Megan Cardwell<br />
BOLD CHANGES<br />
While Megan and her team were given a lot of free reign, they also enjoyed the<br />
input they received from their clients during their brainstorming and working<br />
sessions. “This ensured that they were happy with the boundaries we wanted to<br />
push. The black bedroom was touch-and-go,” she laughs, “but it worked out in<br />
the end and has become one our favourite rooms to date!”<br />
Another bold move, Megan says, was in the cove area, which lies between<br />
the living and dining rooms. “Now covered in beautiful, airloom-flowered<br />
wallpaper, we had some wonderful working sessions around this space,<br />
which ended up coming together so beautifully. It was also nice to bring<br />
some colour into the living area where greys, white and wood were<br />
dominant. Taking a risk with the pops of moody colour paid off and we were<br />
both very happy with the end result.”<br />
A FRESH LOOK<br />
Reupholstering, which was a big<br />
focus with this project, is a great<br />
way to update and freshen up loved<br />
pieces, while also keeping costs<br />
down. “The entire patio lounge<br />
was reupholstered, which saved on<br />
unnecessarily purchasing expensive<br />
outdoor furniture. We also kept a<br />
lot of the sentimental antiques,<br />
updating and refreshing them with<br />
beautiful fabrics, chalk paint and new<br />
scatter covers.”<br />
Megan says there was generally<br />
one key item in each room that<br />
was a 'splurge', like a playful pouffe,<br />
headboard with character, modern<br />
lighting, and some greenery to bring<br />
spaces to life.<br />
“We also always include décor items.<br />
Clients often ask if they are necessary,<br />
but I feel they are so important to<br />
give a room that final, finishing touch.<br />
Small décor items create sentiment<br />
(not to be mistaken with clutter).”<br />
42 Get It • <strong>Ballito</strong> • Umdloti • <strong>Umhlanga</strong> <strong>April</strong> 20<strong>23</strong>
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