Herringbone – Canterbury

The home is defined by a consistent material language, centred around wide board oak laid in a herringbone pattern. Carried throughout the living spaces, circulation and lower levels, it establishes continuity and warmth—anchoring the otherwise refined palette of stone, plaster and timber joinery.

Formally arranged living rooms sit to the front, expressed through detailed joinery, carved fireplaces and layered finishes. These spaces prioritise symmetry and proportion, creating a composed and structured interior character. Decorative elements are handled with restraint, allowing material quality and craftsmanship to lead.

At the heart of the home, a generous kitchen is articulated through marble surfaces and classical cabinetry. The island is resolved as a central object substantial yet refined, complemented by bespoke joinery and integrated appliances. This space connects directly to the rear living and outdoor areas, extending the internal program to a poolside setting.

Vertical movement is marked by a sculptural curved stair. Set within a double-height volume, it acts as both a functional connector and a central architectural moment balancing solidity through timber with fine metal detailing.

Upstairs, the palette softens further. Natural light, pale stone and tailored detailing define the bathrooms, where material continuity reinforces a sense of calm and permanence.

Externally, the home presents with a restrained classical façade ordered, symmetrical, and resolved through proportion rather than ornament. To the rear, large-format openings dissolve the boundary to the garden and pool, shifting the home from formal to relaxed living.

The result is a carefully executed residence grounded in tradition, but defined by clarity, material consistency and control.