Among the rhythm of our workshop this week, we’re shining a light on an almost-finished bespoke luxury kitchen within a newly built barn – a home designed with the warmth and authenticity of a traditional farmhouse, now on the brink of welcoming its very first Christmas.
From the beginning, the brief was thoughtful and deeply personal. With a well-tuned eye for interiors, shaped through previous projects of her own, Mrs Brice arrived with a clear sense of the atmosphere she wanted to create: a kitchen with character and quiet elegance, a place her children could return to and gather around the island when home from university. She envisioned something traditionally British at heart, yet softly contemporary in its detailing – a space that would feel instantly settled and continue to do so for years to come.
When she visited our Kent showroom, she met one of our five designers, and the collaboration found its rhythm quickly. Her instinct for proportion, materiality, and the subtleties that make a room feel lived-in made each decision feel assured and considered. Together, they shaped a scheme that gently bridges heritage and modernity, resulting in a kitchen that feels grounded, inviting, and quietly refined.
“My starting point was always the reclaimed terracotta,” she reflects. “I wanted to make sure that all the flooring and surfaces were traditional and reclaimed where possible. But because it’s a new build barn, I wanted to use traditional materials with a more contemporary finish.”
This way of thinking guided every decision that followed. The oversized cabinetry, crafted in oak with a considered blend of flat-fronted and framed doors, is defined by generous planking that brings a soft, grounded simplicity to the room. Cast-iron knobs introduce a subtle, time-worn tactility, while our in-house French polishers created the aged oak finish that lends the space its warmth and lived-in appeal. Oak detailing continues throughout, forming an easy dialogue with the barn’s original structure.
“The building is an oak-clad barn,” she explains. “So we’ve used oak inside too – in keeping with the local area and vernacular.”
Across the home, the palette of reclaimed terracotta, limestone, and oak ties the interiors together with an understated continuity that feels natural rather than curated.
Early in the process, our team created detailed rendered CGI visuals, offering a clear glimpse of how the kitchen would come together long before anything reached the workshop. For Mrs Brice, it provided the reassurance of seeing her ideas take shape in context – a chance to explore proportions, finishes, and layout with confidence, knowing that the space would feel exactly as she imagined once completed.
Now, with the finishing touches underway, the kitchen is moments from becoming part of daily life – ready to welcome the family home and settle into its role at the heart of the house.
Professional photography will follow in time, but even in its almost-complete state, the space speaks for itself: a reflection of personal vision, natural materials, and the quiet craft that shapes every room we make.
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If you’re considering a bespoke kitchen that seamlessly unites craftsmanship, heritage, and your unique vision, get in touch today. Our team would be delighted to discuss how we can bring your ideas to life with precision and artistry.
