Be inspired by this Victorian terrace
Step inside this traditional family home in Kent.
Step inside this traditional family home in Kent. Original Victorian features sit alongside modern additions to create a timeless look that is easily achievable.
1/9 Exterior
This three-bedroom Victorian terrace has a smart exterior with original sash windows and smart black trimming.
2/9 Hallway
Traditional wooden panelling gives the hallway a period look. A radiator has been disguised with a decorative cover and all the woodwork has been painted white to keep the hallway light and welcoming.
Similar wallpaper
Wallpaperdirect
Similar radiator cover
Jali
3/9 Living room
A leather Chesterfield sofa was the starting point of the living room scheme. The patterned rug and wallpaper coordinate with the rich red of the leather upholstery, creating a vintage look. The upholstered lampshade brings a touch of contemporary to the room.
Similar sofa
Marks & Spencer
4/9 Kitchen-diner
Bare floorboards give this kitchen-diner a pared-back country feel. A feature wall defines the dining area and vintage finds, such as a Lloyd Loom chair, add character.
Wallpaper
Laura Ashley
Similar oil cloth
Vanessa Arbuthnott
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5/9 Kitchen
Aqua tiles bring a simple country kitchen scheme up to date by adding a splash of colour. Pastel accessories complement the look, and the scheme creates a feeling of calm and tranquillity.
Similar tiles
Topps Tiles
6/9 Bathroom
A dramatic feature wallpaper adds instant wow to a classic white bathroom. Make wallpaper steam-proof by painting a layer of clear varnish over the top.
Similar wallpaper
Arthouse
7/9 Bathroom basin
Bathroom storage doesn't have to be dull. A wire shelf unit is a great way to display pretty boxes and bottles.
Similar storage units
Dibor
8/9 Bedroom
Soft pastel colours create a romantic country scheme in this bedroom. A patchwork quilt makes the bed the focal point of the room.
Similar quilt
Peacock Blue
Similar bed
Feather & Black
9/9 Boy’s room
A colourful rug and bunting add a quirky touch to this classic boy's bedroom scheme.
Rug
Ikea
Similar fabric letters
Lovely Letters
Which room in this house is your favourite? Let us know below!
Heather Young has been Ideal Home’s Editor since late 2020, and Editor-In-Chief since 2023. She is an interiors journalist and editor who’s been working for some of the UK’s leading interiors magazines for over 20 years, both in-house and as a freelancer.
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