Step inside this Suffolk seaside apartment
Property An apartment built within an Edwardian semi, around 1910
Space Sitting/dining room/kitchen, 3 bedrooms, bathroom.
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Exterior
After much neglect, this property was given a complete overhaul by the current owners, to create the coastal pad they always dreamt of..
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Open-plan living room
A wall full of windows in this open-plan space lets light fill the room all year round, and a neutral colour scheme provides a relaxed beachy feel to the living area.
This earthy sofa is from Dwell and is complemented by these basketweave roman blinds from 247Blinds.
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Kitchen
White units maximise space in the open-plan kitchen diner, with the wooden worktop reflecting the seaside elements they are so close to. The look is kept modern and streamlined with long linear handles, and stainless-steel appliances.
All the cabinets and worktops were bought at B&Q.
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Dining area
A round table is the perfect choice for a limited space, with a glass top reflecting light, and neutral wooden dining chairs blending with the flooring. An overhead pendant lamp creates a feature above the dining table.
For a table like this, head to Dwell. Find chairs like this at Tesco Direct.
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Reading area
Favourite furniture pieces, such as this lounge chair and elegant floor lamp, sit beautifully in the recess of a bay window, creating a perfect reading area in the living room.
This Wassily chair is available from The Conran Shop.
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Storage unit
A feature shelving unit in the living room provides a great place to display beach finds and favourite possessions. The all-wooden theme contrasts with the bright white background.
For similar wooden shelving units head to Argos. Dulux sells a wide range of neutral paints.
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Breakfast seating area
The open-plan living and dining space is completed with a sleek and contemporary seating area. Simple bar stools and a glass table compliment the neutral walls and wooden flooring, making this the perfect place for a Sunday morning breakfast.
Both the bar stool and the glass table are from Dwell.
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Bathroom
White walls and bathroom furniture, make this compact bathroom feel light and airy. Wood cladding around the bath and driftwood accessories add a reminder of the seaside location of the property.
For similar towels, look to The White Company.
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Master bedroom
Influnces from the outside elements are reflected in this nautical-themed bedroom, with a mounted oar above the bed, and black and white boat photography sitting amongst a cool cream and blue colour scheme.
For a weathered-looking bed like this one, try Argos.
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