Sandylands

The brief

Designing bright, inviting holiday units by the sea

Our job was to turn this decaying building into seven fully-equipped holiday lets, each one designed to feel like a true retreat. This meant carefully planning each layout to maximise views and create a comfortable, relaxing space for guests. We worked closely with the client’s planning consultant to address council feedback on flood risk for the lower-ground floor, ensuring all necessary escape routes were planned out. Our approach needed to be practical yet inviting—creating layouts and choosing furniture that would appeal to holidaymakers while making the best use of each room.

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The challenges

Balancing flood safety and creating a holiday-friendly layout

Flood risk was a key concern for the lower ground floor, so we tackled several sectional studies to ensure we had secure escape routes and that every unit met safety standards. Getting into the “holiday let” mindset was also a fun but essential part of the process, as we designed each unit to feel welcoming and coastal-inspired, from the layout down to the furniture choices. By combining safety with style, we reimagined this property into a charming oceanfront escape that guests would love returning to.