As part of the renovation of this mid-18th century cottage, the designers at Phillips Tracey Architecture (
www.phillipstracey.com) were keen to preserve the original main chimney stack. The exposed brickwork (right) was left on show and white-washed with paint to create a striking visual feature
MICHAEL PHILLIPS
Much of the value, interest and inherent pleasure associated with a period building lies in its history and character. This means that most people taking on the refurbishment or renovation of an old building will endeavour to recover or restore the property’s period features; but this isn’t limited to just original details – high quality additions or alterations that have been made during its long life may well be worth preserving. Here, I’ll be revealing what to look for and how to make the most of what you find.
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