Location: Thornton Heath, Croydon
This customers’ Edwardian property had been neglected and unwillingly brought into the 21st century. Fortunately, the new owner, Mirko had big ideas on how to give this property back its intended grandeur.
He carefully selected the cornice to complement each space of the property perfectly. His choices are firm classics from the Edwardian era, and showcase each room evocatively.
His input has transformed this property into a beautifully tailored sanctuary that eloquently balances function with visual poetry.
Project: Edwardian restoration perfection in a home that had lost it’s soul.
Read along to see how small changes made such a significant impact in this Edwardian property
Did coving help restore missing period features in the property?
"Yes, coving was reinstated in appropriate areas to help restore period character and replace features that had been lost over time. The design and profile were chosen to be in keeping with the property’s original style."
When Mirko moved into his property it was crying for some soul to be injected back into it, bringing the Edwardian character it deserved.
If you are wanting to breathe life back into the bones of your period property- We have everything you need, from wall mouldings, cornice to ceiling roses. For inspiration, read our other customer stories or browse our instagram @plasterceilingroses - where we display many of our customers’ dreamy projects.
How important was craftsmanship and detail in your decision?
"Craftsmanship and detail were key factors in my decision. The plaster coving provided the authenticity, precision, and quality needed to complement the property’s period character and ensure the restored features looked original rather than newly added."
Our hand moulded plaster coving is crafted with the utmost care and attention to detail. The overall finish of our products is incomparable to coving made from alternative, modern materials. There is a reason plaster coving is still so popular, and that is the feeling of enrichment it brings to each space. A perfect example of this is our Large Regency Plaster Coving- LPC027
What feedback have visitors or your audience given about the finish?
"Visitors have been very complimentary about the finished result. Many have remarked on how the plaster coving adds a sense of authenticity and refinement, and several have assumed it was an original Edwardian feature of the property."
What an achievement, to have finished your property to such a level, that makes it feel original and seamless to the Edwardian era of the home.
Which room benefited most from adding coving?
"Probably the hallway as the narrow and dark entrance staircase lands to a bright and striking hallway with modillion coving."
We love the transformation Mirko has created in his home. The striking white walls work beautifully with our Modillion coving, the perfect enhancement to this previously, uninspiring entryway.
What advice would you give to someone choosing cornice for the first time?
"Choose a cornice that suits the scale and character of your property rather than simply following trends. Pay attention to quality, profile detail, and how it works with existing features. Investing in well crafted plaster cornice and professional installation will help achieve a timeless finish that adds genuine character and value to the space."
We could not agree more, look at and work with what you have already got. Coving ALWAYS enhances a space, making it difficult to choose something unsuitable; however if you need help deciding on a perfect match for your property, our friendly customer service team are more than happy to guide you through the choices.
If you are looking to reinvigorate your property please call us on 0333 043 1471 Or email: service@shawfieldpark.co.uk
Some of our top picks for breathing Edwardian Elegance into a property.
- MPC053- Simple, elegant and defined. This coving adds to a space, without stealing the show.
- MPC064- Bringing a delicately detailed touch to any space.
- MPC081 - A classic ogee coving, that brings grandeur and atmosphere into your property