A family with horses, dogs and children of various ages needed a new kitchen for their converted farm building. The space, resembling something from Game of Thrones with its great hall proportions, needed to anchor kitchen, dining and living areas while handling the realities of country life: muddy boots, wet dogs and the practical demands of an active lifestyle alongside elegant entertaining.
Design challenge
The sheer scale could have overwhelmed any standard kitchen approach. At roughly 15 steps between the range cooker and main sink, the workflow was initially impractical for daily cooking. The clients' instinct was to fill the walls with cabinetry, which would have consumed their budget while creating storage they didn't actually need. Additionally, there was nowhere to manage the transition from outdoor activities - meaning muddy boots and wet spaniels would track straight through the kitchen space.
Our solution
Chris proposed a prep sink within the large island to bridge the gap, eliminating countless trips across the kitchen while making meals. Instead of wall-to-wall cabinetry, he suggested open shelving that would add personality while keeping costs sensible. For the boot room, he designed what would become the project's game changer: a tiled dog shower where muddy paws could be cleaned before entering the main house - simple, practical, and transformative.
We designed tall units that stop at the render line, respecting the room's original proportions rather than competing with them. The island - at 1.8 meters wide, was near the maximum size for stone fabrication. Features include a drinks station with bi-fold doors that can stay open during use. The freestanding prep table at the island's end creates a focal point when entering from the living area. We incorporated Neff appliances and Fisher & Paykel refrigeration to handle family scale cooking and entertaining. The boot room includes bench seating, individual wicker baskets for each family member's outdoor gear so no mess or muddy footprints in the kitchen.
The result
The kitchen successfully commands the enormous space without feeling overwhelmed by it. The prep sink and island means multiple cooks can work independently - one at the range, another at the main sink - perfect for a busy family home. The dog shower has proven invaluable for country living. This project demonstrates how avoiding the temptation to simply "fill the space" creates a kitchen that works beautifully now and will continue to serve the family as children grow and life evolves.
View more kitchens
Herne Hill
Stable green was the perfect rich and earthy tone to complement the bold marble worktop, while the clean lines of the Lugn cabinets bring a calmness to the scheme.
Middle Field
This stunning barn-style kitchen centres around a kitchen island that has a freestanding prep area with an integrated copper section.
Llangattock
This Welsh farmhouse has been lovingly restored to expose the Welsh stone that's the real star of the show in this farmhouse kitchen.
Moor Lodge
The flat fronts of the Lugn cabinets paired with linear handles create a minimalist modern look. A classic blue and white colour scheme is fresh and inviting.
Cedar House
The owners have truly put their own stamp on this space, with a refreshing green and terracotta colour palette complemented perfectly by the patterned tile splashback.
Ground Corner
This sociable kitchen centres around a show-stopping farmhouse island that allows the beauty of the flagstone flooring to shine through.
Oglander
The owners used two complementary paint colours with this design, teamed with granite worktops and brass hardware, resulting in an elegant and luxurious kitchen.
Avecote
A self build project, the owners wanted to create a multi-functional space where they could cook and entertain. The design centres around a central kitchen island.
Marshfield
One of the prettiest kitchens we have ever designed, delicate lilac shades have been used both for the cabinets and the walls, together with gold hardware.
Richardson House
Combining practicality with elegance, the kitchen island is painted in Railings, while the rest of the cabinets remain neutral. The orange bar stools add a pop of colour.
Hill Top View
Hush worked with the architects on this project to achieve a stylish kitchen using a muted colour palette, grooved door detail and granite worktops.
Weylands
Dark rich and sophisticated, the moody off-black cabinets are paired with aged brass splashbacks, designed to patina over time. The sleek brass bar handles are the perfect accessory to the splashback and worktop.
The Dallows
A modern rustic kitchen painted in a deep forest green (Carriage Green by Farrow & Ball) and accented by antique brass handles and tap.
Welsh Farmhouse
Charleston Grey by Farrow & Ball was the perfect choice for this traditional Welsh farmhouse, working beautifully with the natural stone floor, pewter hardware and oak accents.
Salterley Grange
The U-shaped design features a peninsula to make the most of the space. The walls have been painted in the same shade as the cabinets for a cohesive look.
Berkeley House
Berkeley House is a Georgian property that has been sympathetically renovated throughout.
Cotswold Farmhouse
Hush worked with an interior designer on this project and the result is a stylish modern interpretation of a farmhouse kitchen.
Cotswold Farmhouse Potager
The potager was born out of the wish for a dedicated prep area for produce from the kitchen garden.
Park Place
With a classic yet elegant feel, this kitchen features a Railings blue island and Purbeck Stone cabinets, brought together with a decorative blue and white tiled splashback.
Flaxlands House
This light and airy kitchen has been painted in Farrow & Ball’s Railings, creating a beautiful contrast with the white quartz worktops.
Lakehouse
This open plan kitchen, designed to make the most of the stunning lake view, has three distinct zones: the cooking area, the dining area and the cosy living room area with woodburning stove.
Sisters Cottage
A marriage of good looks and functionality, this is a modern take on a traditional shaker-style kitchen. The original Cotswold stone wall is mirrored in the limestone flooring.
Pyghtell
The bold choice of cabinet colour is tempered by the crisp white quartz worktops. The designer has integrated an aged zinc section into the island worktop for prepping food.
Greywalls
Designed in conjunction with an interior designer, the panelled wall elevates the space and mirrors the panels of the shaker drawers.
Cotswold Farmhouse Boot Room
The boot room, situated in the entrance hall features bench seating on either side of the door, acting as a perch to change footwear.
Cotswold Farmhouse Dressing Room
The Hush workshop was commissioned to design beautiful bespoke rattan wardrobes which really elevate the dressing room, adding a luxurious finish.
