Contemporary kitchen with Aalto First Light 1/2 painted walls, Aalto Mao cabinetry, white shaker joinery and a stone island bench

This truly stunning property by Nadia Sakey features a glorious use of colour, creating light and depth in all the right places.

"We all love a good rescue project, and for one wonderful client this tired and neglected property reached out and tugged at the heart strings and I have to admit, she had me at hello. There she was, whispering her secrets in my ear revealing the truth of what was within. A strong, healthy family home made out of solid in-situ concrete, with high ceilings and large ornate timber-framed joinery. The light and space was spectacular, and I knew instantly what she wanted me to do. As a house doctor this is the sort of Cinderella story I love, and I was so privileged to have been engaged to lead the transformation of this special property."

Bedroom with vaulted ceiling and walls painted in Aalto Fable, creating a warm, calming retreat with large feature windows and soft neutral furnishings.

Light-filled entrance hall with walls painted in Aalto First Light 1/2, complementing warm timber stairs and contemporary architectural details.

Contemporary living room with walls painted in Aalto Sparse, featuring a statement fireplace, large artwork and elegant neutral furnishings.

“ "What I love about Aalto paint is the chalky depth of colour that can only be produced using a multitude of pigments." ” — Nadia Sakey, One Nine Design