The Brief
The brief was to integrate a pristine new kitchen into a property rich in character, ensuring the furniture within the contemporary, light-filled extension complemented the building’s original architectural features.
The Architectural Balance
Instead of plastering over the building’s history, we framed it. That incredible exposed sandstone wall became the anchor for the whole design. We placed the 1500mm Lacanche range centrally against it, allowing the crisp, painted joinery to contrast with the rough, historic stone. It instantly warms up the room and prevents the open-plan space from feeling too clinical.
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The Seamless Transition
We didn’t stop at the kitchen. The joinery flows into the media snug, featuring a full wall of cabinetry that mirrors the kitchen’s styling—ensuring the entire ground floor feels like one cohesive space. By combining open shelving for books and decor with deep, closed cupboards to conceal hardware and clutter, the space remains organised and stylish, ensuring the television never dominates the room.
The Hallway
We transformed an awkward transition space near the stone pillar into a curved reading nook. It doubles as a drop zone for keys and bags, demonstrating that even the overlooked corners of a large home can be both beautiful and functional.
The Finished Project
This project proves that sleek, modern design can live happily inside an old stone house. It is an expansive open-plan space that never compromises on comfort or character. See more of our full house projects.
Questions About This Project
We framed the building’s history rather than plastering over it. The wall anchors the design and warms the open-plan space.
The 1500mm Lacanche range sits centrally against the sandstone wall, with the crisp painted joinery contrasting with the rough stone.
A media snug with a full wall of matching cabinetry, and a curved reading nook in the hallway that doubles as a drop zone for keys and bags.
