21 wanted multiple different places to entertain, so the formal living and dining rooms are very elegant, and the TV snug and the large family kitchen / dining / TV spaces are more cosy. Our clients are very passionate cooks, so the extensive pantry was a big part of the brief and we integrated their rotisserie and meat ager into the joinery design. Being situated in beautiful, rural grounds, the clients are very outdoorsy and lovers of their 2 large dogs and country pursuits, so the boot room needed to be very functional and durable in its design and material choices.
In the private suites, they wanted the principal bedroom to be a serene retreat, with direction and focus on the large windows and their view to the woodlands outside. We also designed a vaulted ceiling to maximise the feeling of light, spaciousness and airiness. With the‘ his’ and‘ hers’ bathrooms and dressing rooms, we were really able to lean into the‘ feminine’ and‘ masculine’ with the different suites. Her bathroom features an architectural gem- a turret- so we wanted to maximise this unique feature with a bespoke window seat to frame the views.
This project was such a joy to work on and now sits proudly as a pinnacle in our design portfolio, but more importantly, is now the dream forever home for our very happy clients.”
ENTRYWAY:
A Grand Arrival
The journey begins in the impressive double-height entryway, designed to deliver a grand sense of arrival. Vast ceiling heights, intricate heritage architectural detailing, and generous proportions offer a nod to the property’ s Victorian roots. A sweeping Portland Stone staircase with ornate bronze balustrades and twin bespoke oak-leaf pendants introduce a sculptural, natureinspired aesthetic that sets the tone for the spaces beyond. The secondary entryway features the original stone fireplace and archway, restored back to their former glory and at the centre of the new design.
THE KITCHEN:
The Contemporary Country Heart
At the centre of the home lies its open-plan kitchen, dining and living space. A dramatic, light-drenched space defined by high ceilings with expansive skylights and glazing on all sides. This is the social heart of the estate, a multifunctional space conceived for cooking, gathering, relaxing, and entertaining.
The design maximises space, flow and connection between its three‘ zones’. The kitchen area features soft neutral tones, with polished Calacatta Borghini marble countertops, and bespoke cabinetry delivering a sense of contemporary calm. A trio of hanging glass pendants shine a soft glow over the space. Arches are a strong motif throughout, softening the geometry, while a porcelain tile floor mimicking the warmth of timber offers durability for a hard-working family home. A large casual dining table sits in the centre of the room, with an open-grained wood top and a sculptural stone base, adding an element of the natural and raw materiality to the design.
A conversational living room area is at the end of the space, facing the views out over the rolling hills and woodland. A TV is concealed behind elegant, antique-brass framed and fabric-clad sliding doors, allowing the joinery and styling to take centre stage when the screen is not in use. The furniture palette, in linen textures and light-reflecting finishes, continues the room’ s bright but cocooning atmosphere.
THE PANTRY:
A Modern Take on the Classic Country Larder
Hidden beyond the kitchen lies a beautifully appointed pantry- a luxurious reinterpretation of the traditional farmhouse larder. With its Carrara marble countertops,