PORTFOLIO
KITCHEN EXTENSION
Two ambitions drove the design of this space: to forge a real connection with the south-facing garden — enjoyed in all seasons thanks to generous expanses of glass and a covered outdoor dining area complete with heater — and to create a generous family kitchen built for the long haul.
Purposeful, but never purely functional
Every practical detail has been considered. Twin dishwashers, a wine fridge, a Quooker cube boiling tap, a prep sink, and a statement Belfast sink mean the space works as hard as the family it serves. The walk-in pantry earns its place too — not just a storage solution, but a room in its own right, housing a second oven, a microwave, and the second dishwasher, allowing the Aga to take a well-deserved rest through the summer months. The utility room follows the same philosophy: purposeful, but never purely functional.
The colour palette was chosen deliberately to blur the boundary between inside and out, echoing the indoor-outdoor spirit at the heart of the design.
Co-ordinationg specialist input
Bringing this vision to life was no small feat. As a Grade II listed, 16th-century property within a conservation area, the extension required specialist input from an architect, an arboricultural consultant, and a heritage consultant to secure planning approval. I was involved the entire process from inception to completion - coordinating every professional and tradesperson to deliver a space that truly meets the needs of a modern family, without compromising the integrity of a historic home.
RIVERSIDE BEDROOM
A serene and calming retreat built around the room's existing character — the original feature wallpaper set the tone, with a carefully curated colour palette, fabrics and finishes layered around it to create a space that feels both serene and considered. Working closely with a hands-on client, I developed mood boards and sample boards to bring the vision to life.
I love my new bedroom! Henrietta listened carefully to what I wanted to try and achieve. She worked with me to plan the overall look and purpose of the room. Then expertly advised on the fabrics, colours and accessories, cleverly blending the things I wanted to keep with the new natural colours and textures. She has fantastic vision and now I have a wonderful space that I want to be in again. It's calm, it's elegant and appears so much more spacious. Thank you" Ali
TV ROOM
A hardworking room for a family that plays hard — the brief was to create a space that could handle gaming sessions and sport marathons without sacrificing style.
With a compact footprint, traditional sofas were out; instead, a bespoke window seat was crafted to maximise every inch, with beanbags and occasional chairs adding flexible seating that can shift, stack or disappear entirely.
The result is a room that works as hard as the family it was designed for.
THE 'CLOFFICE'
Dressing room, storage and office; three needs, one beautifully resolved space. Bespoke wardrobe cabinetry was designed to deliver serious storage and a dedicated dressing area, while the existing office furniture was thoughtfully integrated rather than replaced — a practical and considered approach.
A neutral palette keeps the space calm and uncluttered, with rattan introducing a subtle contemporary texture that sits in quiet contrast to the character of this historic property.
MASTER ENSUITE
The challenge was as much about preservation as it was about transformation. Tasked with creating an en-suite within the master bedroom of a Grade II listed property, the design needed to honour the home's historic character while bringing a fresh, contemporary sensibility to the space.
A Mediterranean-inspired scheme was chosen — warm, timeless, and full of quiet luxury. And to make sure not a single drop of natural light was sacrificed, bespoke sliding doors were designed and fitted, keeping the window's glow flowing freely through the room.
WHITBY BEACH HOUSE
A five-floor Grade II listed townhouse in the heart of Whitby — full of potential, but crying out for a refresh. The brief: a subtle nautical scheme that felt timeless rather than themed. With a small footprint on each floor, creating a sense of flow was key — achieved through a carefully edited palette of white tones, blues and warm wood, with art and soft furnishings doing the talking for colour and personality. A new kitchen completed the interior transformation.
Listed and sitting within a conservation area, even the external colour refresh required planning consent — navigating that process while coordinating architects and tradesmen was all part of delivering the finished result.
