Today's featured small space is located just outside of Hay-on-Wye in Wales. Welcome to the eighty-second post in the series "Living Large in Small Spaces". From the outside this converted brick Victorian Coach House appears quite traditional. But step inside and you're in for a surprise. The contemporary interior is open, bright and filled with quirky character. The streamlined kitchen features textured kitchen cupboards made of recycled wood paired with unusual white units. Countertops are stainless steel. The staircase is a work of art -- more like a sculpture than a functional part of the home. Exposed ceiling joists painted white add interest and visually make the ceilings seem higher. Layers of textiles and color warms the living room. I do love the stable doors. The bathroom is unique. Apparently the brightly colored tile strip spells out a message in morse code, though I have no idea what it says. I've noticed exposed plumbing, such as seen here, is trending. I don't know why, but I thought of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory when I saw this photo of the shower. A definite industrial vibe. The second floor is minimalist with a rustic twist. Vaulted ceilings make the small bedrooms seem larger. Natural light flows into the second bedroom through the addition of skylights. The petite, charming terrace is accessed through a stable door. A footbridge leads to a walking path to Hay. Seems so soothing, doesn't it? What do you think of historical homes with contemporary interiors? All photos are the property of Blaentrothy Holiday Cottages and were used with their permission. Join me next Saturday for another post in the special series Living Large in Small Spaces See more home tours and small living ideas in the Living Large In Small Spaces Series here.