Inspiration for a classic foyer in Devon with brown walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a medium wood front door, brown floors and wood walls.

Nestled into a hillside, this timber-framed family home enjoys uninterrupted views out across the countryside of the North Downs. A newly built property, it is an elegant fusion of traditional crafts and materials with contemporary design. Our clients had a vision for a modern sustainable house with practical yet beautiful interiors, a home with character that quietly celebrates the details. For example, where uniformity might have prevailed, over 1000 handmade pegs were used in the construction of the timber frame. The building consists of three interlinked structures enclosed by a flint wall. The house takes inspiration from the local vernacular, with flint, black timber, clay tiles and roof pitches referencing the historic buildings in the area. The structure was manufactured offsite using highly insulated preassembled panels sourced from sustainably managed forests. Once assembled onsite, walls were finished with natural clay plaster for a calming indoor living environment. Timber is a constant presence throughout the house. At the heart of the building is a green oak timber-framed barn that creates a warm and inviting hub that seamlessly connects the living, kitchen and ancillary spaces. Daylight filters through the intricate timber framework, softly illuminating the clay plaster walls. Along the south-facing wall floor-to-ceiling glass panels provide sweeping views of the landscape and open on to the terrace. A second barn-like volume staggered half a level below the main living area is home to additional living space, a study, gym and the bedrooms. The house was designed to be entirely off-grid for short periods if required, with the inclusion of Tesla powerpack batteries. Alongside underfloor heating throughout, a mechanical heat recovery system, LED lighting and home automation, the house is highly insulated, is zero VOC and plastic use was minimised on the project. Outside, a rainwater harvesting system irrigates the garden and fields and woodland below the house have been rewilded.

Inspiration for a large traditional vestibule in Edinburgh with ceramic flooring, a single front door and multi-coloured floors.

Inspiration for a large traditional front door in London with a single front door and a purple front door.

We added tongue & groove panelling, built in benches and a tiled Victorian floor to the entrance hallway in this Isle of Wight holiday home
Medium sized traditional vestibule in London with white walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a blue front door, multi-coloured floors, panelled walls and a feature wall.

Beautiful hallway space allowing for plenty of natural light flooding through. No detail has been overlooked in the refurbishment of the upper levels. Stunning new finishes, along with strategically placed lighting and high quality joinery throughout, elevate the space to a whole new level.

Inspiration for a contemporary foyer in Other with white walls, a single front door, a white front door and multi-coloured floors.

Design ideas for a traditional entrance in London with grey walls, a single front door, a black front door, multi-coloured floors, wainscoting and a dado rail.

Inspiration for a contemporary entrance in Cambridgeshire with a single front door, a medium wood front door and grey floors.

Design ideas for a traditional foyer in Edinburgh with beige walls, a single front door, a black front door, multi-coloured floors and wallpapered walls.

The entrance porch sets the tone with traditional black-and-white tiles, while the staircase has been reimagined with slim metal spindles and a mahogany handrail — a bridge between classic and contemporary. And where family life might once have spilled into the hallway, bespoke under-stairs joinery now swallows shoes, coats and bags with ease.

Design ideas for a rural entrance in Wiltshire with a single front door and a medium wood front door.

Inspiration for a contemporary front door in Sydney with a single front door and a dark wood front door.

Inspiration for a small modern hallway in London with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door and a medium wood front door.

Lancashire Farmhouse style GIA: 330m² / GEA: 433m² £865,260 interior £250,000 Self-build Philip and Judi's oak-framed home is a perfect blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern interior design. The double-height entrance hall, framed with honey oak beams, features a sleek walnut staircase with glass balustrades, setting a luxurious tone upon arrival. The heart of the home, an open-plan Shaker-style kitchen and dining room, offers a warm, cosy atmosphere with exposed oak ceiling joists, large islands with induction hobs, double ovens, and a spacious fridge freezer, ideal for family living. The mezzanine landing provides panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and leads to five en-suite bedrooms, each with vaulted ceilings, creating a bright and airy feel. The master en-suite boasts a stunning gable window, framing the exact view Philip fell in love with, while the bold statement bathrooms throughout the house add a sense of modern luxury. A hidden entrance leads to Philip’s contemporary man cave, a contrasting retreat that looks out over the serene lake and stables. With three walls of floor-to-ceiling glazing, the garden room offers a tranquil space to relax while keeping an eye on the horses in the fields below. The living room features oak floor joists, adding warmth and character, while the impressive fireplace, built using the door jams from the original longhouse, serves as a striking centrepiece. French doors open out to the fields, making it the perfect space to unwind in the evenings. The home’s design harmonises perfectly with the natural landscape. The eastern elevation captures the sun, while panoramic honey oak apex windows allow light to flood into the cosy bedrooms, creating a luxurious hotel-like ambiance with a countryside twist. The bespoke chandelier, commissioned specifically for the double-height entrance hall, adds a touch of grandeur and is perfectly framed by the surrounding oak and glass. Every detail has been meticulously considered, from the lighting choices and colour schemes to the hidden man cave and feature walls, creating a home that is both practical and aesthetically stunning. The home’s natural honey-coloured stone exterior blends seamlessly with the landscape, giving the appearance of a property that has stood in its location for centuries. This oak-framed masterpiece combines modern luxury with timeless charm, making it the perfect countryside retreat.

A bespoke folded metal staircase sweeps up a rich inchyra blue stairwell. The staircase is lit by a strip of LED lighting that is hidden beneath a bespoke charcoal black handrail. Vintage mid-century cocktail chairs have been reupholstered in a bold and brightly patterned Timorous Beasties fabric. A mix of contemporary ceramics and photography fills the walls creating an inviting vignette when people walk through the door.

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This is an example of a small eclectic hallway in Cologne with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a white front door and brown floors.

Design ideas for a medium sized modern foyer in Hamburg with white walls, concrete flooring, a single front door, a black front door, grey floors and feature lighting.

Entrance to the house featuring straight flight of hardwood stairs with runner carpets. Chris Snook
Design ideas for a small classic hallway in London with dark hardwood flooring, a single front door, brown floors and white walls.