Set within a characterful Victorian terrace nestled in The Hoe, Plymouth, this dual-purpose space serves as both a part-time home and a sustainable holiday let. Our client approached us after discovering Boaz Studio through our B Corp certification, looking for a sustainable interior designer whose values aligned with their own. We had a clear vision: to create a beautifully designed, environmentally conscious space that could support ethical tourism in the South West.
From day one, sustainability wasn’t an add-on — it was the brief. Together with the client, we developed a clear set of KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) to guide every design and sourcing decision throughout the project.
These included:
Our schedules are a key tool for communicating with both clients and contractors throughout the project. They capture every detail of each specification — from finishes to fixtures — ensuring clarity and accountability. For this project, we expanded our standard format to include dedicated sustainability and ethical criteria, adding columns to record information such as distance from site, manufacturing processes, and third-party certifications. This allowed us to track impact transparently and make values-led decisions at every stage.
We invited our suppliers to complete our sustainability questionnaire to better understand their environmental practices, ethical standards, and transparency around materials and manufacturing. This questionnaire also serves as a tool for opening up conversations around sustainability and ethics, reinforcing to our suppliers that we genuinely care about where their products come from, how they’re made, and the values behind them.
We love specifying vintage and antique pieces in our projects — they bring character, history, and a lower environmental impact. But sourcing them is more involved than it might seem. It often comes down to timing, luck, and acting quickly when the right piece appears. From the outset, we made a plan for which items we could realistically source second-hand and which would need to be specified new. This helped us stay practical while still prioritising sustainability at every step.
Our goal was to achieve at least 50% local specification (within a 50-mile radius), and we surpassed that — reaching around 70%. Materials and furnishings were sourced from Devon, Cornwall, and the wider South West wherever possible, including many from fellow B Corps.
From the outset, the intention was to retain anything that didn’t genuinely need replacing — a key principle in reducing unnecessary waste. Most of the existing appliances were kept, as they were still in good working order and met the energy efficiency standards required for Green Tourism certification. In the bathroom, where some elements were updated, we introduced WRAS-certified fixtures to ensure water efficiency and compliance with recognised sustainability benchmarks.
Breathable paints were essential for this project, allowing the fabric of this historic building to breathe and helping to prevent issues with trapped moisture and damp. These finishes are not only better for the building’s long-term health, but also a healthier choice for the people living and staying in the space — thanks to their low or zero VOC content, which improves indoor air quality.
All construction waste and packaging recycling was managed by the contractor, in line with our sustainability aims. As part of the client handover, we provided detailed schedules that serve not only as a record of specifications, but also include a dedicated column for end-of-life recommendations. These note whether items are eligible for things like supplier buy-back schemes or recycling information. The client then has this to support a circular approach beyond project completion.
A charming traditional Cornish cottage, nestled in the heart of the countryside. It is now home to a family beginning a new chapter. To modernise the home and create an ideal setting for contemporary living, a contemporary extension and significant internal reconfiguration are currently underway. In this project, Boaz Studio has taken on the task of transforming the cottage into a spacious, functional, and stylish home. Our approach to cottage interior design seamlessly blends timeless appeal with modern comfort. Furthermore, we design thoughtful interior layouts and specify key finishes, furniture, and decorative elements for the main living areas: the kitchen, living room, master bedroom, ensuite, and music room.
The design concept for The Anchorage perfectly balances contemporary style with the timeless charm of its rural setting. Muted neutral tones create a calm, cohesive backdrop, while soft accent colours add warmth and personality, enhancing the overall atmosphere. Bold textures elevate the space, bringing depth and richness to each room, ensuring every area feels inviting and dynamic.
The kitchen stands as one of the renovation’s standout features. Here, modern design meets practicality in a slim shaker kitchen, where clean lines enhance and complement the overall aesthetic, which creates a harmonious balance. Large picture windows flood the room with natural light, offering serene views of the surrounding landscape. This connection to nature enhances the space, creating an inviting atmosphere perfect for family gatherings and daily meals.
We’ve chosen furnishings and finishes that improve the room’s acoustics and function, while also maintaining harmony with the overall aesthetic of the home. The neutral palette flows seamlessly through the room, complemented by accent colours that reflect the natural environment outside. The carefully selected furniture combines comfort with style, creating a relaxing space to unwind after a long day or to host friends and family.
The master bedroom serves as a tranquil haven, where soft furnishings and carefully chosen pieces reflect the family’s unique style, establishing a serene and restful environment. We reimagined the ensuite with luxurious finishes that seamlessly blend practicality and indulgence, creating the perfect sanctuary for relaxation. Our concept images showcase beautiful ceramic lighting fixtures by Studio Haran, which add an elegant touch to the space.
Designing a dedicated music room posed an exciting challenge. This room serves as a creative space where the family can fully embrace their passion for music. We’ve carefully chosen furnishings and finishes that enhance the room’s acoustics and functionality while maintaining harmony with the home’s overall aesthetic.
If you're ready to explore how we can help transform your home into a space that truly reflects your style and needs, get in touch with us today!
At Boaz Studio, we’re transforming a historic coach house conversion in a small Cornish village. This high-end conversion blends the building’s original character with a modern, minimalist design. We’re aiming to complete the project by the end of the year, focusing on balancing heritage with contemporary living.
The design follows the concept of ‘raw minimalism’—a style that highlights natural textures and simple, honest materials. Exposed timber beams, polished concrete floors, and handcrafted joinery not only bring warmth and character to the space, but also help keep it understated and elegant.
A coach house conversion comes with its challenges, from working with quirky layouts to respecting the existing architecture. We’re preserving the original charm of the building, while simultaneously making it a comfortable, practical home. Moreover, thoughtful material choices and carefully considered details will work together to create a space that feels both timeless and refined.
Sustainability is key to our work. In this project, we’re specifying products from local, sustainable, and ethical suppliers, from the specialist plasterwork to the furniture. We make every decision with longevity in mind, which ultimately ensures that the home remains both eco-friendly and built to last.
We can’t wait to see this transformation take shape. Keep an eye on Boaz Studio for updates on this project and more sustainable, design-led spaces that celebrate Cornwall’s heritage.
A collaboration project with Studio KHid, a dramatic mid-century inspired open plan lounge, kitchen and dining area with vintage lighting and statement stone countertops.
Boaz Studio and Studio KHid worked together in response to the homeowner’s penchant for the spectacular. Our client wanted the interior of his new extension to be dramatic and make a feature out of the unexpected. The open plan space gives prominence to a stone ‘feature’ island with varying handleless cabinetry in a dark timber finish.
Each area is zoned with vintage lighting and offers plenty of seating for social gatherings.
A family from a quiet village near Newquay needed a flexible solution to renovate their home interior to grow with their young children. As their needs change, so can their home. Our bespoke furniture solutions, with plenty of storage for toys, interchangeable seating and surface spaces for entertainment, and a giant pegboard, exemplify design flexibility.
We worked with Jamie from Black Jay, who was able to turn our initial drawings into beautifully made pieces. Our proposal prioritised movement and flexibility in space use.
A very contemporary take on mid-century aesthetic, immersing the minimalist movement to create a characterful, efficient and cosy family home.
Breathing new life into our client’s new family home, we proposed a cohesive scheme to improve spatial planning and design for the existing house and proposal for the new garage conversion to host a new family room and separate office. Inspired by the existing dropped lounge, we proposed a “mid-century minimal” aesthetic for the home, immersing the minimalist movement to create a characterful, efficient and cosy family home. The family room in the proposed extension would take on a scandi inspired look, and the office to have a darker, smart and refined feel. (Think “Mad Men” office!).
Phase 1 of the project focused on the family games room, utility, and office.
Client: I like bold colours and patterns, but I’m not a maximalist. Combining opposites – minimalism and maximalism? No Problem! Our client needed assistance reconfiguring the layout of their new home, a charming converted coach house which had previously been almost stripped of its original features. We provided them with a concept proposal that captured 8 different layout ideas across the two floors, and a concept mood board for each space. We provided a minimalistic setting with contemporary beige-white paint on the walls and ceilings, perfect for dimly lit spaces, maintaining a bright and cozy atmosphere. We also incorporated natural textures with exposed stonework, introduced paneling, and proposed a characterful timber floor.
A pivotal addition to the new kitchen was the inclusion of a striking antique wooden workbench as the centerpiece kitchen island. This choice would create a captivating contrast with the sleek, minimalist kitchen cabinets, infusing a sense of character and individuality. Splashes of bold and bright colour and pattern come through the soft furnishings and materiality.
A Victorian townhouse in Truro is undergoing a stunning transformation, with a sleek new extension at the rear. While preserving its original charm at the front, the journey through the property reveals a seamless transition to contemporary design, marrying heritage with modernity.
The Barn Guesthouse is part of a combination of proposals due to the undecided prospective use of the building. This project will be divided into 3 separate proposals: 1) A fully renovated guest house; 2) A home office with product displays; 3) A combination of the two. As part of proposal (3), it will be suggested that the nearby outbuildings could be remodeled to house displays for the homeowner’s antique glass business.
Basic but quality necessities cleverly arranged within the small footprint to be both functional and elegant. A cottage-farm appeal merged with minimal simplicity and existing features. Areas to include: a small kitchen, dining table, double bed, lounge, & bathroom facilities.
A bold and colourful take on Cornish coastal living.
This interior design project in the charming fishing village of Mousehole, Cornwall, gave us the opportunity to reimagine the classic coastal home. With uninterrupted views of the sea and a brief that encouraged us to push beyond the expected, this home is a celebration of colour, comfort, and connection to place.
Our clients asked us to challenge them – to create an interior that was more vibrant, layered, and expressive than they might have initially chosen themselves. Rather than lean into the typical blue, white, and beige coastal scheme, we explored the broader palette offered by Mousehole’s unique landscape. The vivid colours of fishing boats in the harbour, sun-faded facades, natural stone, and ever-changing light inspired a dynamic scheme full of contrast and personality.
We worked closely with the homeowners to develop a palette that reflected both the location and their lifestyle, blending relaxed luxury with a sense of playfulness. Each space in the home was designed to feel inviting and timeless, using a mix of natural materials, sustainable finishes, and high-quality British craftsmanship. From rich ochres and marine greens to soft linens and tactile timbers, every detail was carefully considered to echo the beauty of the Cornish coast while offering comfort year-round.
This project exemplifies our approach to interior design in Cornwall – drawing inspiration from the local context while crafting something truly personal and lasting. Whether you're designing a second home by the sea or rethinking a family house in a coastal village, our work brings together thoughtful design, colour confidence, and sustainability in every detail.
