Visit an Architect’s Colour-happy Contemporary Home
In this video, architect Richard Keating highlights the playful details he used to create a fun family home in Scotland
Mitchell Parker
22 June 2021
Houzz Editorial Staff. Home design journalist writing about cool spaces, innovative trends, breaking news, industry analysis and humor.
Houzz Editorial Staff. Home design journalist writing about cool spaces, innovative... More
In this episode of Houzz TV Live, architect Richard Keating of RKA Architectural Design Studio takes viewers inside his renovated Scottish home, which once belonged to his grandmother. Richard updated the 100 sq m, semi-detached bungalow with a playful contemporary style for his family of four.
In the kitchen, blue cabinets, pale pink Formica worktops and accents of green, black and white liven up the fun design, while a skylight tube offers a peekaboo view into the room from the landing above. The double-height living room features a striking staircase with exposed birch plywood. And in the bathroom, a curved wall of shimmery tiles in various shades of blue and green creates a memorable moment.
In the kitchen, blue cabinets, pale pink Formica worktops and accents of green, black and white liven up the fun design, while a skylight tube offers a peekaboo view into the room from the landing above. The double-height living room features a striking staircase with exposed birch plywood. And in the bathroom, a curved wall of shimmery tiles in various shades of blue and green creates a memorable moment.
What are you working on?
Related Stories
My Houzz TV
Houzz TV: Step Inside a Designer’s Upbeat Eclectic Home
Watch and read how a designer created a light, airy and colourful kitchen-diner and a cocooning living room and bedroom
Full Story
Houzz Tours
Houzz TV: Step Inside a Modern-day Home With Medieval Roots
Watch and read how a designer updated the style and function of an 18th century home while honouring its history
Full Story
Houzz Pro
Tour a Light-filled Home With a Soothing Coastal Palette
Watch and read how a designer found on Houzz updated a modernist home with warm finishes and colours that evoke the sea
Full Story
Houzz TV
Tour a Victorian Home Updated for Modern Life
Watch and read how a major renovation gave a narrow home a more open feel and a fresh, contemporary style
Full Story
My Houzz TV
Tour an Architect’s Home Filled With Light and Vintage Charm
In this video, Lesley Cotton shows how exposed concrete blocks, warm wood and colourful artworks create a unique home
Full Story
My Houzz TV
Peek Inside an Architect’s Bright and Open Modern Home
In this video, Denise O’Connor talks about the light-filled kitchen, dining and living areas in her Dublin house
Full Story
My Houzz TV
See Inside a Designer’s Light-filled Victorian Home
Watch and read how an interior designer updated a living room, loft space and bathroom for more light, views and style
Full Story
Decorating
Designer Tips for Working With Colour and Pattern
In this video, Bhavin Taylor shows how designers play with tones in wallpaper, art and accessories to create a bold home
Full Story
Houzz TV
Designer Tips for Including Sustainability in a Home Renovation
In this video, London interior designer Susan Van Meter discusses non-toxic paint, locally sourced products and more
Full Story
I love the colors it makes me happy. Now. I need some over hard fried eggs and apple smoked bacon with an Orange bang. Mmmmmmmmm. Served at that beautiful blue table.
Not only would no builder in Tampa agree to do things like this, they wouldn't know where to begin. Even 'high end custom' homes all end up looking the same- white cabinets, large format marble, and huge chandeliers.
Love the blue tiles in the bathroom. Blue is a very calming and refreshing color not only for Bathrooms but also in the kitchen.