Real homes - Elegant 1930s Surrey house

This 1930s detached house in Surrey features a sitting room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, study, utility room, storeroom, four bedrooms and a bathroom.

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Exterior

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Living room

Florals are a subtle motif in this airy living room, featuring in patterned cushions and rugs as well as in fresh arrangements. A largely white scheme acts as a simple foil.

The silver lanterns are from a selection at TK Maxx. The Houndsfield Dove White fireplace is from Ashtead Fireplaces.

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Living room sofa detail

A bold pink sofa, flanked by a pair of elegant table lamps, adds a splash of colour to the scheme.

Find a similar mirror at Sweetpea & Willow. Oka stocks comparable lamps

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Dining room

Delicate striped wallpaper provides an elegant backdrop to an antique dining table and chairs, while an opulent chandelier adds wow factor.

Find wallpaper like this at Osborne & Little. Tindle Lighting offers similar chandeliers

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Hall

A built-in window seat provides a focal point in the hallway, as well as useful storage space.

Find similar stone small-check cushions at Nordic Home. John Lewis sells a selection of sheer voiles

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Kitchen

Country-style units, a range cooker and a butlers sink lend the kitchen a rustic air. Original parquet flooring has been exposed and restored.

Find similar units and granite worktops at Harvey Jones. Rangecookers has a selection of ovens like these

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Kitchen dining area

A striped linen tablecloth and simple white bistro chairs create an informal feel in the kitchens dining area. Coloured glassware adds depth to the scheme.

John Lewis sells similar chairs. Find table linen like this at Summerill & Bishop

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Master bedroom

Blue toiles and checks, painted furniture and a delicate lace bedspread exude classic charm.

Find similar toile fabric at Lewis & Wood. Linen, Lace & Patchwork is a good source of white lace bedding

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Guest bedroom

Vibrant blue stripes, florals and checks are the signature note of this cosy guest bedroom.

Find a similar butlers tray table at Oka. John Lewis is a good source of textured throws

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Bathroom

A built-in vanity unit creates an elegant air and provides plenty of useful storage space in this compact bathroom. Pretty glass jars, floral curtains and fresh flowers soften the scheme.

Find similar curtain fabric at Cabbages & Roses

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