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Eclectic Edwardian From charity shop discoveries to Cavaliero Finn treasures, Janice Redington’s Edwardian house is an eclectic mix of modern and classic with a dash of quirky thrown in for good measure. Photography Jon Day Stylist Emily Henson Words Claire Marie Slight
If there were ever a house made for the word ‘eclectic’, Janice Redington’s South London home might well be it. Since moving in four years ago, Janice and her husband Tony have created their ideal home through upgrading, decorating
and
hunting
for
perfect
furnishings– and the result is a gorgeous mix of classic meets modern.
First drawn to the beautiful fireplaces,
original tiling and airy Edwardian space, Janice and her family decided to look past some much needed improvement work and see the potential of the property underneath. Determined to do as much of the renovation work as possible, Janice first set about stripping the stunning feature fireplaces of a dozen layers of gloss paint; an effort which she openly admits was a real labour of love.
Next was the task of stripping the original
Edwardian floorboards, as well as renovating the kitchen and hallway and decorating almost
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