KITCHEN

To begin the planning phase of the project, I spoke with Nick about the brief and discussed the vision for the shoot. Lolita had already worked her magic in the cottage and Nick had a clear vision of the shots he wanted, as well as the staging that he wished to prepare. This helped to define a clear creative brief, including the preferred lighting, tone, and composition.

With everything ready to go, it was then down to me to beautifully capture each space through the lens.

The heart of the home, the kitchen was also the heart of the shoot. In this space, Lolita’s design featured a considered blend of colours, with a focus on soft shades of pink that complemented white-washed ceilings and beams. The design philosophy itself paid homage to the cottage’s period roots, gently contrasted with modern inflections. This created a warm and welcoming space that felt intentional, bright, and homely – a combination I wanted to carefully capture.

As each element of the kitchen had been intricately designed, I wanted to emphasise the thoughtful, smaller details, as well as the broader space. This worked through a combination of overall shots and focused captures. A particularly unique feature was the pantry which had been cleverly converted from the cottage’s original front porch area into a functional and eye-catching centrepiece. Like the rest of the kitchen, this was full of charm and maximised the space and original features of the cottage.