With its own parking space, access No. 14 via an internal courtyard. Step down past a sun-soaked terrace, perfect for potted plants and bistro chairs. Inside, emerge into a light-filled lobby, where glass doors diffuse borrowed light along the length of the living space. Tall ceilings evoke a feeling of space and freedom. Handy pockets of storage are attributed for coats, keys and other everyday essentials. To the right, the chic shower room is the first of two bathrooms to offer relaxation and refreshment.

photography by Matt Elson

Bold bright colours evoke the vibrancy of the city, stepping through into the kitchen. Stacked with storage, everything needed to feast and entertain is catered for with integrated dishwasher, oven, microwave, sink, fridge, freezer and extractor all seamlessly woven within the design. Conveniently discreet, the washing machine remains removed from sight and earshot built into a utility cupboard in the lobby.

At the epicentre of this two-bedroom apartment is a staircase, designed to open the space downstairs for a free flow. A tactile, and interactive architectural statement, pause on the stair, glass of wine in hand and converse between kitchen and living room beyond. With everything accessible at a glance, a parade of different spaces connect. The design of this easy, intuitive space lends itself to socialising.

Storage is in abundance, with the lounge and kitchen connected by a dining area which also serves as a library with floor to ceiling shelving. Ahead, the lounge connects visually to the comings and goings of Chester. Rustic touches in the fireplace and alcove shelving hark back to the ancient origins of this historic city. Relax on the sofa and soak in the atmospheric aura.

Upstairs, two comfortable bedrooms are connected by a landing where a statement mirror presides. Display storage and hidden storage feature throughout for total flexibility: within the deep wardrobes the dressing tables double up as desks; space to work, space to relax. Classic comfort exudes from the original beams overhead, and traditional-style sash windows.

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