From Coach House to Bijou Home
Interior architecture and design studio Mamedovaite transformed a modest late-Victorian coach house in Hackney into a refined and characterful self-contained residence. Originally built as an annexe at the rear of a terraced property, the structure was stripped back to its bare brickwork before being extended and entirely reconfigured. With no existing period features to preserve, the design required a thoughtful approach to reinstating architectural character. Custom windows and doors were designed to appear original to the house, creating a sense of quiet continuity. The scheme is marked by restraint and material sensitivity, with natural textures and tones layered to create an interior that feels both composed and inviting. At the centre of the design is a rustic, band-sawn oak floor from Solid Floor, grounding the space with warmth, tactility and timeless appeal.
A Floor with Character and Continuity
To bring cohesion and subtle texture throughout the home, Mamedovaite selected Tate Bute, a rustic oak floor from Solid Floor with visible band-sawn marks. The floor’s rich grain variation and tonal shifts enhance the natural qualities of the timber, contributing to a calm, earthy material palette. Used seamlessly across all rooms, the flooring acts as a visual thread, connecting spaces and anchoring the neutral interior. The rustic grade embraces knots, colour variation, and other natural features, aligning beautifully with Mamedovaite’s ethos of honest, sensory-led design. The textured surface of the boards adds a raw tactility, while the soft finish complements the layered materials: linen, velvet, jute, and bronze, used throughout. The result is a home that feels lived-in and effortlessly balanced, where design details remain subtle but deeply considered.
Architecture Rooted in Emotion
Mamedovaite’s approach centres on the emotional and sensory experience of space—how it feels as much as how it looks. This coach house, modest in footprint, has been reimagined with generosity and care. The reconfigured layout makes use of natural light and clean sightlines, while every surface has been selected for its ability to create a sense of comfort and material richness. The band-sawn oak floor plays a key role in establishing this atmosphere. Its natural imperfections, warm tone, and graphic texture give the interior its quiet presence. By layering tactile materials and ensuring thoughtful detailing—such as windows and doors designed to feel original—Mamedovaite has achieved a sense of belonging and permanence in a space that could easily have felt transient. This small home is a celebration of calm, characterful design where nothing is wasted, and every element works in harmony.
Photography by Christopher Horwood.
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Mamedovaite chose the brown-grey Tate Bute oak floor, with its distinctive saw band marks in a rustic grade, providing character, texture, and a natural look.
