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Locating to a new area always requires a certain amount of research -
whether it's city centre living or a quiet country cottage, location really is everything. So, when David Brown, 28, a cricketer for Glamorgan, upped sticks from his Lancashire base, moving to South Wales last March, he set about with a wish list for his new home and Cardiff base.
BOWLED OVER BY COUNTRY LIVING
David, what first attracted you to Hensol Castle Park apartments?
I first saw the apartments in March last year when I played a game of golf at the Vale Resort and thought at the time it looked a wonderful place to live. Obviously as a golf fan the apartments were in a dream location but more practically speaking, they really are ideally located. The complex has a great country feel because of the fantastic rural setting so it's easy to forget you're only fifteen minutes from the centre of Cardiff. It's the perfect combination of country living with the hustle and bustle of city life just a short drive away.
What made you choose this particular apartment?
I enlisted the help of my Dad when it came to choosing the plot as I wanted someone to bounce ideas off and we decided this was the best plot. Some of the apartments had the kitchen in the back but I really wanted an open plan aspect. For me, the apartment is perfect; it gives me the right amount of privacy whilst still being able to enjoy the great views of both the castle and the golf course. But, the highlight of the apartment has got to be the kitchen. All of the apartments have designer kitchens from Leekes, but this particular cream high-gloss Sheraton model with the island in the centre of the space really sold the apartment to me.
What was your starting point for the interior scheme?
The statement kitchen inspired the interior scheme; the cream cabinetry and black granite worktops have been used as the starting point for the rest of the living space, continuing the theme into the living area and the master bedroom.
I worked closely with Dawn Llewellyn- Jones who is head of the interior design team at Leekes Llantrisant and she interpreted my brief and brought it to life. I know what I like in terms of design but it's pulling it all together to create a home. I didn't want anything too fussy, but rather a minimal, masculine look with clean lines, and Dawn helped me to create that.
Which rooms did Dawn and her interior design team help with?
Literally every room in the apartment! The whole process was completely hassle-free as Dawn handled everything - from the bespoke upholstered headboards, throws and cushions in the bedrooms to the black gloss Calligaris cabinet furniture in the living area. I had seen a very contemporary looking Eicholtz flightcheck chest which I thought would make a great side table and when I spoke to Dawn about it, she sourced it for me.
Do you have a favourite room in the apartment or a place where you spend much of your time?
I really like the conservatory area, which acts as the dining room. The views across the golf course are fantastic and there's nothing better than eating with the windows open in the warm summer evenings.
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