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Bespoke swag-and-tail curtains and silk wallpaper introduce gentle classical drama, while the furniture marries heritage-inspired silhouettes with contemporary touches, such as performance fabrics. A Laura Hammett Living games table with four heritage armchairs acts as a conversational space for chess, reading or games. The soft, tonal palette allows the layering of intricate architectural mouldings, marble fireplace, and tactile textures to shine. The result is luxurious yet serene, a room of refined formality without sacrificing comfort. chequered diamond flooring in Nero Marqina and Carrara marbles, pale oak cabinetry and bespoke cream and natural oak joinery, the space feels both grounded and elevated.
Open shelving styled with woven baskets and glass jars brings rustic authenticity, while state-of-the-art culinary equipment, including a professional rotisserie and meat ager, remains discreetly stored. This ensures the main kitchen remains serene and uncluttered, balancing innovation with countryside charm.
THE BOOT ROOM:
Heritage Utility, Elevated
The estate’ s boot room balances functionality with understated luxury. Bespoke slate-blue joinery and polished Catania Quartz worktops bring depth, while soft neutrals, Portland Stone flooring and natural textures echo the surrounding landscape.
Hidden storage, bench seating, wicker baskets, and open display shelving allow the room to work gracefully behind the scenes. A generous central island provides a practical workspace, enhancing this space as both a utility hub and a beautiful expression of English country living.
THE FORMAL RECEPTION:
A Modern Interpretation of Heritage Elegance
The formal drawing room celebrates the spirit of traditional English heritage design, interpreted through a contemporary lens. This space also features an architectural gem- a turret- so we maximised this unique space by placing an easel with the clients wedding photobook always on display, a deeply personal touch. Anchored by two antique crystal chandeliers, the room is divided into zones for conversation, reading, games and intimate gatherings.
THE FORMAL DINING ROOM:
A Botanical Immersion
A standout moment of the project is the formal dining room, enveloped in fully bespoke de Gournay chinoiserie wallpaper featuring a hand-painted branch and leaf motif. This exquisite mural harmonises with Laura Hammett Living’ s own Audelia antique brass pendant, a sculptural masterpiece inspired by beech leaves. Each element of the pendant is individually handcrafted- over 40,000 hours of artisan skill- evoking the poetry of a living form suspended in air. The resulting dining experience feels like stepping into an English cottage garden- immersive, artistic, and deeply evocative.