1930s house renovation - Hampton & Astley

1930s house renovation

Found a house in the perfect location but the interiors are a bit tight on space? An extension and loft conversion might just be the answer...

Found a house in the perfect location but the interiors are a bit tight on space? An extension and loft conversion might just be the answer, although it’s often a steep learning curve for the uninitiated.

After a whole year of having the builders in, home blogger Toulla has finally transformed her cramped 1930s house into a beautiful home with plenty of room to move. Let's take a peek at what she’s achieved.

One of the most breathtaking additions is the gorgeous extended kitchen, featuring sky lights and bifold doors.

One of the most breathtaking additions is the gorgeous extended kitchen, featuring sky lights and bifold doors.

Rather than splash out on fitted cupboards, Toulla found eight cabinets that perfectly fit the space.

Rather than splash out on fitted cupboards, Toulla found eight cabinets that perfectly fit the space.

Thanks to a loft extension with an ensuite, this home features two freestanding baths. Along with plenty of Hampton and Astley Egyptian cotton towels, of course.

Thanks to a loft extension with an ensuite, this home features two freestanding baths. Along with plenty of Hampton and Astley Egyptian cotton towels, of course.

Neutral tones with monochrome accents complement the parquet wood flooring.

Neutral tones with monochrome accents complement the parquet wood flooring.

There really is nothing better than a cosy egg chair for relaxing in the garden on a warm summer's evening.

There really is nothing better than a cosy egg chair for relaxing in the garden on a warm summer's evening.

Want to look around more beautiful homes or read helpful tips on caring for your new homewares? You'll find lots more inspiration on the homepage of our blog.

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Egyptian Cotton 7 Piece Luxury Bath Towel Set £109.99 £219.98
Free fast UK delivery, No Quibble Returns, Money Back Guarantee 5 star hotel quality for half the price Exclusive luxuriously thick 650gsm pile developed by Hampton & Astley Designed to get even thicker and fluffier for the first 3 washes Sourced directly with no middleman Finest fibres woven tightly in a loop-pile for maximum absorbency Rated excellent on Trustpilot with thousands of happy customers worldwide 30 day trial and 1 year guarantee Set includes: 2 x Face Cloths (30 x 30cm), 2 x Hand Towels (50 x 85cm), 2 x Bath Towels (70 x 125cm) and 1 x Large Bath Sheet (90 x 165cm) Recreate a home spa experience with our indulgently thick and luxurious pure white Egyptian cotton bath towels. Crafted from the finest Egyptian cotton fibres for exceptional softness, these 650GSM towels feature a premium loop-pile construction that creates a highly absorbent surface for efficient drying. Wonderfully fluffy and made to last, they maintain their softness and appearance wash after wash. Each 7-piece towel bundle includes an extra-large bath sheet, two bath towels, two hand towels and two face cloths. Awarded 'Best bath towels' by The Independent, Your Home, House Beautiful, House & Garden, GLAMOUR and GQ magazine, who says: “Truly luxurious towels - the decadent drying tools of your dreams.” ★★★★★ Learn more about Hampton & Astley Towels Features In the box Returns Luxuriously soft Indulge in pure luxury with our super soft Egyptian cotton towels. At 650GSM, they provide exceptional absorbency, growing even fluffier and softer after each wash, for up to the first three washes. Highly absorbent Thousands of soft cotton loops are woven into a dense loop-pile construction, creating a highly absorbent surface that quickly draws moisture away from the skin for effortless drying and lasting comfort. Designed for daily use to be strong wash after wash, with no risk of shrinkage or colour loss. Incredibly durable Designed for maximum durability, these towels look beautiful even after multiple washes with no shrinkage or colour fading. Beautifully designed A double-stitched embroidered border provides the perfect finishing touch. "There are towels – and then there are indulgently thick towels. Even better, these are designed to get even softer than they already are for the first three washes." - House Beautiful "The perfect quick-fix bathroom upgrade." - Daily Express "Super absorbent and highly durable, you’ll keep these around for years to come.” - Your Home “If you're after an all-round, luxury towel, the Hampton and Astley towel is a stunning choice. Designed with 100% Egyptian cotton, it has an incredibly soft feel and beautiful stitch pattern that will be an eye-catching addition to your bathroom.” - T3.com Each Hampton and Astley 100% Egyptian cotton 7 piece luxury bath towel set contains: 2 x Face Cloths (30 x 30cm) 2 x Hand Towels (50 x 85cm) 2 x Bath Towels (70 x 125cm) 1 x Large Bath Sheet (90 x 165cm) For best appearance, we recommend washing your towels on their own on a cool or warm cycle. If you’re using a dryer, choose a low heat and a low tumble cycle for the best results. We want you to be delighted with your purchase. Therefore if you are not completely satisfied then please get in touch and we will do what it takes to make it right. All of our products can be returned or exchanged within 30 days and include an additional 1-year warranty. Plus we'll pay for the return shipping if you're in the UK. Returns will be refunded in the original payment method or store credit. UK Free UK shipping on all orders. Delivery time is approximately 3-5 working days. Europe and Rest of World Free shipping available to all countries based on minimum order spend. We cover duty and taxes for all shipments. Delivery time is approximately 7-14 working days.
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Egyptian Cotton 7 Piece Luxury Bath Towel Set £109.99 £219.98
Free fast UK delivery, No Quibble Returns, Money Back Guarantee 5 star hotel quality for half the price Exclusive luxuriously thick 650gsm pile developed by Hampton & Astley Designed to get even thicker and fluffier for the first 3 washes Sourced directly with no middleman Finest fibres woven tightly in a loop-pile for maximum absorbency Rated excellent on Trustpilot with thousands of happy customers worldwide 30 day trial and 1 year guarantee Set includes: 2 x Face Cloths (30 x 30cm), 2 x Hand Towels (50 x 85cm), 2 x Bath Towels (70 x 125cm) and 1 x Large Bath Sheet (90 x 165cm) Recreate a home spa experience with our indulgently thick and luxurious pure white Egyptian cotton bath towels. Crafted from the finest Egyptian cotton fibres for exceptional softness, these 650GSM towels feature a premium loop-pile construction that creates a highly absorbent surface for efficient drying. Wonderfully fluffy and made to last, they maintain their softness and appearance wash after wash. Each 7-piece towel bundle includes an extra-large bath sheet, two bath towels, two hand towels and two face cloths. Awarded 'Best bath towels' by The Independent, Your Home, House Beautiful, House & Garden, GLAMOUR and GQ magazine, who says: “Truly luxurious towels - the decadent drying tools of your dreams.” ★★★★★ Learn more about Hampton & Astley Towels Features In the box Returns Luxuriously soft Experience pure luxury with our 650GSM Egyptian cotton towels. They offer excellent absorbency and become even fluffier and softer after washing, for up to the first three washes. Highly absorbent Thousands of soft cotton loops are woven into a dense loop-pile construction, creating a highly absorbent surface that quickly draws moisture away from the skin for effortless drying and lasting comfort. Designed for daily use to be strong wash after wash, with no risk of shrinkage or colour loss. Incredibly durable Enjoy lasting strength and durability as the towels remain free from shrinkage or colour loss, wash after wash. Beautifully designed Double-stitched embroidered borders offer an elegant finishing touch. "There are towels – and then there are indulgently thick towels. Even better, these are designed to get even softer than they already are for the first three washes." - House Beautiful“This quality set will win you brownie points from anyone who loves to luxuriate in the bath and step out into a fluffy cocoon. They're delightfully soft and the range of sizes is spot on.” - Daily Mail "The perfect quick-fix bathroom upgrade." - Daily Express "Super absorbent and highly durable, you’ll keep these around for years to come.” - Your Home “If you're after an all-round, luxury towel, the Hampton and Astley towel is a stunning choice. Designed with 100% Egyptian cotton, it has an incredibly soft feel and beautiful stitch pattern that will be an eye-catching addition to your bathroom.” - T3.com Each Hampton and Astley 100% Egyptian cotton 7 piece luxury bath towel set contains: 2 x Face Cloths (30 x 30cm) 2 x Hand Towels (50 x 85cm) 2 x Bath Towels (70 x 125cm) 1 x Large Bath Sheet (90 x 165cm) For best appearance, we recommend washing your towels on their own on a cool or warm cycle. If you’re using a dryer, choose a low heat and a low tumble cycle for the best results. We want you to be delighted with your purchase. Therefore if you are not completely satisfied then please get in touch and we will do what it takes to make it right. All of our products can be returned or exchanged within 30 days and include an additional 1-year warranty. Plus we'll pay for the return shipping if you're in the UK. Returns will be refunded in the original payment method or store credit. UK Free UK shipping on all orders. Delivery time is approximately 3-5 working days. Europe and Rest of World Free shipping available to all countries based on minimum order spend. We cover duty and taxes for all shipments. Delivery time is approximately 7-14 working days.
Egyptian Cotton 7 Piece Luxury Bath Towel Set £109.99 £219.98
Free fast UK delivery, No Quibble Returns, Money Back Guarantee 5 star hotel quality for half the price Exclusive luxuriously thick 650gsm pile developed by Hampton & Astley Designed to get even thicker and fluffier for the first 3 washes Sourced directly with no middleman Finest fibres woven tightly in a loop-pile for maximum absorbency Rated excellent on Trustpilot with thousands of happy customers worldwide 30 day trial and 1 year guarantee Set includes: 2 x Face Cloths (30 x 30cm), 2 x Hand Towels (50 x 85cm), 2 x Bath Towels (70 x 125cm) and 1 x Large Bath Sheet (90 x 165cm) Recreate a home spa experience with our indulgently thick and luxurious pure white Egyptian cotton bath towels. Crafted from the finest Egyptian cotton fibres for exceptional softness, these 650GSM towels feature a premium loop-pile construction that creates a highly absorbent surface for efficient drying. Wonderfully fluffy and made to last, they maintain their softness and appearance wash after wash. Each 7-piece towel bundle includes an extra-large bath sheet, two bath towels, two hand towels and two face cloths. Awarded 'Best bath towels' by The Independent, Your Home, House Beautiful, House & Garden, GLAMOUR and GQ magazine, who says: “Truly luxurious towels - the decadent drying tools of your dreams.” ★★★★★ Learn more about Hampton & Astley Towels Features In the box Returns Luxuriously soft Indulge in pure luxury with our super soft Egyptian cotton towels. At 650GSM, they provide exceptional absorbency, growing even fluffier and softer after each wash, for up to the first three washes. Highly absorbent Thousands of soft cotton loops are woven into a dense loop-pile construction, creating a highly absorbent surface that quickly draws moisture away from the skin for effortless drying and lasting comfort. Designed for daily use to be strong wash after wash, with no risk of shrinkage or colour loss. Incredibly durable Designed for maximum durability, these towels look beautiful even after multiple washes with no shrinkage or colour fading. Beautifully designed A double-stitched embroidered border provides the perfect finishing touch. "There are towels – and then there are indulgently thick towels. Even better, these are designed to get even softer than they already are for the first three washes." - House Beautiful“This quality set will win you brownie points from anyone who loves to luxuriate in the bath and step out into a fluffy cocoon. They're delightfully soft and the range of sizes is spot on.” - Daily Mail "The perfect quick-fix bathroom upgrade." - Daily Express "Super absorbent and highly durable, you’ll keep these around for years to come.” - Your Home “If you're after an all-round, luxury towel, the Hampton and Astley towel is a stunning choice. Designed with 100% Egyptian cotton, it has an incredibly soft feel and beautiful stitch pattern that will be an eye-catching addition to your bathroom.” - T3.com Each Hampton and Astley 100% Egyptian cotton 7 piece luxury bath towel set contains: 2 x Face Cloths (30 x 30cm) 2 x Hand Towels (50 x 85cm) 2 x Bath Towels (70 x 125cm) 1 x Large Bath Sheet (90 x 165cm) For best appearance, we recommend washing your towels on their own on a cool or warm cycle. If you’re using a dryer, choose a low heat and a low tumble cycle for the best results. We want you to be delighted with your purchase. Therefore if you are not completely satisfied then please get in touch and we will do what it takes to make it right. All of our products can be returned or exchanged within 30 days and include an additional 1-year warranty. Plus we'll pay for the return shipping if you're in the UK. Returns will be refunded in the original payment method or store credit. UK Free UK shipping on all orders. Delivery time is approximately 3-5 working days. Europe and Rest of World Free shipping available to all countries based on minimum order spend. We cover duty and taxes for all shipments. Delivery time is approximately 7-14 working days.
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