Step inside this gorgeous Hertfordshire barn

Peep inside this modern country barn conversion, chosen by Country Homes and Interiors. For more house tours and decorating inspiration, go to housetohome.co.uk

The mid 18th-century brick barn conversion was renovated and extended to create a characterful and stylish family home.

1/10 Exterior

brick wall house with garden view

(Image credit: Future PLC/ Brent Darby)

2/10 Hall

hall with grey wall and furniture

(Image credit: Future PLC/ Brent Darby)

neutral palette and pale and limewashed furniture help the rooms smoothly flow from one to another. A striped stair carpet and cladding add interest to the staircase.

Wallpaper
Nobilis
Stair carpet
Crucial Trading

3/10 Living room sofa

living room with fire place and sofa set

(Image credit: Future PLC/ Brent Darby)

The vaulted ceiling and wood-clad chimney breast gives the living room the wow factor while a muted, easy-on-the-eye colour palette evokes a calm feel.

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Sofa fabrics
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4/10 Living room library

library area with sofa chair

(Image credit: Future PLC/ Brent Darby)

Spacious bookshelves provide handy storage space in the library area at the far end of the living room, while an elegant seating area in a quiet corner is perfect for catching up with a good book.

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Bookcase and ladder
Ham Interiors

5/10 Kitchen diner

kitchen dining area with wooden furniture

(Image credit: Future PLC/ Brent Darby)

A large dining table and mismatched antique chairs in the kitchen diner create a friendly, informal feel for the family to gather around.

Blind fabric
Kate Forman
Similar chairs
Gustavian

6/10 Kitchen

kitchen with cream cabinets

(Image credit: Future PLC/ Brent Darby)

Classic country features in the kitchen include the cream cabinets, range cooker and butler sink. An antique butcher’s block and pretty accessories bring extra character to the scheme.

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Units
Martin Moore

7/10 Main bedroom

bedroom neutral colors with side table and lamp

(Image credit: Future PLC/ Brent Darby)

A restful look has been created in the main bedroom through the use of calming neutrals, while French-style furniture and damask bedlinen add elegance.

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Similar bedlinen
Dorma

8/10 BoyÂ’s bedroom

bedroom with sofa and fireplace

(Image credit: Future PLC/ Brent Darby)

A travel theme is created in the boy’s bedroom with striking map wallpaper and accessories adorned with boat motifs.

Wallpaper
Ralph Lauren Home
Similar cushions
Not on the High Street

9/10 GirlÂ’s bedroom

girls bedroom with doll house and pink interiors

(Image credit: Future PLC/ Brent Darby)

Splashes of pink add a feminine touch in the little girl’s bedroom while a curtained high bed creates a perfect den.

Princess bed
Ham Interiors
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Great Little Trading Company

10/10 Ensuite bathroom

bathroom with white interiors and mirror

(Image credit: Future PLC/ Brent Darby)

In the ensuite bathroom, a feature wall with statement wallpaper tones with the painted walls. An ornate French-style mirror above the freestanding bath adds an opulent touch.

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