Wychwood
by Claire Totman Designs

Claire Totman Designs has completed a striking ground floor renovation that transforms a once dark and disconnected layout into a bright, functional, and stylish living space. Tasked with creating more room for family life without extending the footprint of the home, Claire Totman Designs approached the project with a focus on light, flow, and reimagining underused areas.

One of the most transformative aspects of the project is the dramatic increase in natural light. Claire Totman Designs introduced floor to ceiling crittal style doors leading off the entrance hall, instantly creating a sense of openness and giving a direct view to the garden from the moment of entry. Where the house was once dark and compartmentalised, it now feels airy and alive with daylight.

Despite these major changes, the layout remains highly functional. Claire Totman Designs successfully maintained four reception rooms as well as a guest loo, utility, and plant room, ensuring practicality alongside visual impact. The result is a home that now delivers on both form and function, offering the family the living space they needed with a sense of flow and modern elegance that brings the wow factor to everyday life.