b'eclectic elegant styleDesigners Natalia and Kate from Kanat Studio suggest this alternative scheme:We love this home for its great open plan feel and original 1970s features. The space we have redesigned is a long and somewhat narrow thoroughfare, which needed to accommodate foot traffic. We chose to create a loose family space with the opportunity for kids and parents to break out together. We have opened up the sightline from the kitchen into the space by removing the open shelving. The steel columns are clad in timber finished in Resene Colorwood Walnut for continuity. Timber also features on the skirtings, architraves and new door joinery to bring in warmth, all stained in Resene Colorwood Walnut. The far wall is colourwashed in Resene Hampton and Resene Villa White, adding depth and layering to the interior space. Versatile seating options include the floor cushions allowing for floor play and the built-in bench seat for enjoying a morning coffee. The floor rug adds comfort underfoot or when laying down. Reds and blues contribute to the scheme by way of storage and accessories to keep the space feeling relaxed and casual.email natalia@kanatstudio.com, kate@kanatstudio.com web www.kanatstudio.comResene Times SquareCosh table lamp Freedomwww.freedomfurniture.co.nz0800 469 327Resene HamptonOffset stool by Resident Resene Simon James Design Aviator www.simonjames.co.nz09 377 5556Kilim Afghan heritage rugNain Tradingwww.naintrading.co.nz Enceng pouf02 8091 2782 Kayu StudioResenewww.kayustudio.co.nzillustrationWabi Sabi 07 281 0205Malcolm WhiteResene Colorwood Walnut USM haller storageECCwww.ecc.co.nz09 379 968025'