Jim Leach and Lee Carney were despondent after spending months searching for a home that fulfilled everything on their wishlist. Keen to move out of a dark terrace house in Hebden Bridge to a lighter, brighter home with a garden and views, there was nothing for sale that matched their expectations and their budget.
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The bedrooms and bathrooms are downstairs on the ground floor overlooking the rear garden.
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While Jim and Lee liked the unconventional, upside-down living arrangement, they were keen to make some changes to the space and the 1980s-style decor.
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Instead of pulling the kitchen walls down, he clad them in plywood topped with a walnut veneer and created a pocket sliding door. When the door is open, it overlooks the dining area, which creates a semi open-plan feel.
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The kitchen design was a challenge but Jim managed to maximise storage in the small space while keeping the large window and the natural light it brings.