Lewis Knox
Lewis Knox

Orchard House

Devising a fresh take on country living

For this beautiful new-build oak framed house in Kent, we were commissioned to create a fresh, country-inspired interior that felt timeless, comfortable and in tune with its rural surroundings.

Sector: Residential
Style: Timeless Country
Location: Kent, UK
Status: Completed September 2025

Brought in by our international clients during the build stage, we were able to influence key design decisions early and make sure the interior worked seamlessly with the architecture. The oak frame brings warmth and character, so our approach was to complement it with a softer palette and natural materials for a fresh, uplifting country aesthetic.

Throughout the house, finishes were chosen for their texture and subtlety. Painted cabinetry, timber detailing and stone surfaces are balanced with layered fabrics and softer elements, creating a scheme that feels both relaxed and refined. Each room is designed to feel light and open, with a natural flow from one space to the next.

Bespoke joinery plays an important role, adding character, function and structure without interrupting the overall feel. In the kitchen, a muted blue island introduces a gentle contrast against the warmth of the oak and the neutrality of the surrounding finishes.

Our role extended far beyond design concepts. Regular site visits to Kent allowed us to work closely with contractors, suppliers and trades, so we could resolve details in situ and make sure the final finish met our exacting standards. By staying involved throughout, we were able to create a cohesive, top-quality interior; a home that beautifully balances the traditional charm of an oak frame build with a fresh country aesthetic. 

Cozy modern living room with exposed oak ceiling beams and a central brick fireplace topped by a wooden mantel and framed landscape painting, flanked by a wall-mounted TV and white built-in cabinets, with a glass‑paned door to the right, a brown ottoman with magazines on a striped rug and light grey sofas.

Bespoke joinery and panelling work together to frame the fireplace and window seat, bringing a real sense of continuity to the space.

Open-plan living area with a light‑grey upholstered sectional in the foreground, oak beams and built‑in shelves to the left, and a sunlit adjoining room beyond containing a green velvet sofa, sheer floor‑to‑ceiling curtains, exposed wooden trusses and a round chandelier.
Close-up of a wooden staircase corner showing oak treads, a light wood handrail, vertical black metal balusters, a white newel post and a grey patterned stair runner.
Cosy window seat in a bay with a patterned bench cushion, a cream striped throw pillow and a teal cushion, framed by white-framed windows and folded beige Roman blinds trimmed with small crystal beads, revealing a leafy garden outside.
Green velvet sofa with patterned cushions beside a tall gold side table holding a white orchid, set in front of pale grey sheer curtains beneath a wooden beam and triangular window.

We introduced herringbone tiles within the shower area to add subtle texture and movement; the pattern complements the sloping ceiling and draws the eye through the space without disrupting the overall simplicity. Brass fittings were introduced across the bathrooms, chosen for their warmth against the cooler tones of stone and tile.

Brushed brass bathtub faucet, cross-handle controls and angled handheld sprayer installed on a white ledge with a small metal plant pot behind, set against pale grey herringbone tiles.
Light herringbone-tiled shower wall with a brass rain shower and matching brass controls above a lit recessed niche holding toiletries, with the pale pink bathtub edge visible below.
Three round bronze control knobs in a horizontal row and a handheld shower with a black hose mounted on a green‑beige herringbone tiled wall.
Recessed bathtub beneath a sloped ceiling clad in pale herringbone tiles, featuring a brass overhead shower and controls, an illuminated recessed niche with bottles, and a potted plant at the left corner.

We used a restrained palette of neutrals and natural textures in the bedrooms to create spaces that feel calm, comfortable and consistent with the rest of the house.

Helen, Interior Designer

Neutral-toned bedroom with a large upholstered headboard framed in wood, two patterned square cushions and white pillows on the bed, exposed wooden beams, bedside tables holding books, a framed photo and a glass of water, and a small round mirror on the right wall.

A muted blue was introduced to the kitchen island to bring a sense of depth and contrast, sitting comfortably alongside timber elements and lighter surrounding finishes.

Bright farmhouse-style kitchen with exposed oak beams, a large blue central island topped with a marble countertop and wooden tray, three woven-leather bar stools, pendant lights overhead and a windowed sink area to the left.
Marble kitchen countertop with a teal espresso machine on the left, three wooden cutting boards leaning against a pale wall, and a black-framed grid window revealing framed pictures and flowers in the adjoining room above white cabinetry.
Corner of a light-grey kitchen island with a marble-effect countertop, vertical oak slats with oval cut-outs, a clear vase of green foliage and small white flowers on top, and a black-framed glass partition with a timber beam in the background.
Small laundry-style sink area with a white apron-front farmhouse sink and brass tap beneath a double window dressed with a folded floral Roman blind, flanked by pale blue-grey shaker cabinets and a windowsill basket of purple flowers, with a wooden shelf and hooks on the paneled right wall.
Bright modern kitchen with marble countertops and grey cabinetry, featuring a teal espresso machine and wooden cutting boards on the left, a large black-framed interior window reflecting the adjacent room, brass stove knobs in the foreground and a glass vase of flowers on the right.

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