Be inspired by this rustic new-build house

Property: 2008 new-build, oak-framed house in Kent, England.
Space: Family sitting room/hallway, boot room, kitchen, cloakroom, drawing room, living room, 4 bedrooms (one en-suite), family bathroom

1/9 Exterior

The property is clad with weatherboarding in keeping with the local Kent architecture.

2/9 Living room

Splashes of red create a Swedish look in this living room. Floor-to-ceiling windows allow for a stunning view of the surrounding countryside.

The taupe sofa and cushions are from The Sofa Workshop (opens in new tab).

3/9 Hallway

Mellow wood furniture tones with the sandblasted beams. A large-scale console table frames the run of windows behind.

The table is from OKA (opens in new tab), and the lamps from Maisie K (opens in new tab).

4/9 Dining room

A beamed glass roof and French windows and doors add a sense of drama, perfect for entertaining in style.

The table, cabinet and similar chairs are from OKA (opens in new tab). The chandelier is from Maisie K (opens in new tab).

5/9 Drawing room

Muted colours and classic furniture combine for an elegant scheme.

Find the sofas and a similar armchair at Laura Ashley (opens in new tab). The curtains and blind fabrics are from GP & J Baker (opens in new tab).

6/9 Kitchen

Keeping this kitchen-diner neutral and uncluttered allows the beams to take centre stage. An island unit is perfect for entertaining.

Find similar bar stools at IKEA (opens in new tab)

7/9 En suite bathroom

A freestanding bath gives the room a sense of style. Stone sanitaryware and flooring in this bathing area is a contemporary contrast to its country surroundings.

The stone bath and basin are by BC Design (opens in new tab).

8/9 Bedroom

Tall shuttered French windows make the most of a double-height ceiling, and the beams create a natural position for the beautiful French-style painted bed.

For a similar bed, try Sweetpea & Willow (opens in new tab). The carpet is from Avalon (opens in new tab).

9/9 Girl’s bedroom

A smart, sophisticated, white palette acts as the perfect foil to the statement colours of the strong pink lamp shades, acid-bright bedlinen, and the large Audrey Hepburn canvas on the wall.

The white paint is from Dulux (opens in new tab).

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