See how Nadia transformed her heritage cottage in Arrowtown into a cosy home for a two with a bright white palette and natural interior style
Meet and greet
Nadia Caldwell, teacher, and Sammy, 2.
Nadia’s interior tips
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- Natural finishes such as timber, sheepskins and feathers add texture, interest and warmth to a space.
- Plants and fresh flowers are an easy way to bring colour into a home without adding permanent colour.
- Even the trickiest of spots in your home can play host to artwork, so take another look at narrow and small spaces.
- Often less is more when it comes to furnishings.
- Fill your home with things that make you smile.
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Nadia’s favourite places
To buy locally
- Wilson & Dorset, Wanaka – “Their pieces are so cosy and make you want to kick off your shoes and chill with a glass of wine.”
- Folklore, Clyde – “A tasteful mix of art, homeware and indoor plants. I could spend hours looking at all their gorgeous bits and pieces.”
To buy online
- Father Rabbit – “For beautiful yet simple things.”
- Indie Home Collective – “The question is: what don’t I want from that store?”
It was love at first sight when Nadia Caldwell laid her eyes on the Arrowtown cottage that has been her home since 2010.
Nadia decided to give the house a complete makeover, or as much of a transformation as she could afford.
The home’s existing open-plan layout meant Nadia could focus on cosmetic changes rather than anything structural.
Natural textures has created a seamless flow throughout her home.
As a full-time working single mother, Nadia decided that outsourcing the painting was the only way to go.
A fresh lick of white paint gave the original kitchen a new lease of life. Nadia’s consistent use of neutral colours.
No Otago home is complete without a woodburner
Shutters not only add charm, they’re a practical choice, too, protecting against sunshine in summer and the cold in winter.
French country and vintage elements work together harmoniously in Nadia’s all-white bedroom.
Like the rest of the house, Sammy’s room is kept simple with a neutral base that createsa timeless foundation to which playful elements can be added and removed, ensuring that he’ll never outgrow it.
Framed art prints are an easy and affordable way to add style to a kid’s room. Try Etsy and Endemic World for some cute options.
I wanted to create a place that felt like mine and that Sammy and I could relax in and be proud of,” says Nadia.
With a nature reserve just over the back fence, adventures are never far away for Nadia and Sammy.
Floor plan.
Words by: Kelda Hunter. Photography by: Guy Frederick.
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