There’s a unique romance to owning a historic Cotswold country house, but with every listed property comes a fascinating set of responsibilities, challenges, and opportunities. As Cotswolds-based architects with decades of experience guiding clients through these journeys, we’re here to demystify the process and help you unlock your home’s full potential while safeguarding its heritage.

As the long, golden light of late August spills across the Cotswold hills, there is no better time to appreciate the unique relationship between our homes and the landscape they inhabit. We find that this time of year brings a common theme to the forefront of our conversations with clients: the desire for a seamless flow between the inside and outside.

Life in the Cotswolds revolves around a deep appreciation for heritage, stunning landscapes, and a unique quality of life. The historic country houses, characterised by their rich history, are a significant part of this charm. However, the demands of modern living often expose a spatial dilemma that these lovely properties weren't originally designed to address: finding a place for our vehicles, hobbies, and guests without disrupting the main home's essence.

Modern extensions offer transformative solutions to the traditional layouts of many historic country homes. To complement the charming, smaller, compartmentalised rooms of traditional homes, a well-designed modern extension can introduce spacious, light-filled open-plan kitchen, dining, and living areas, creating a central hub for family interaction and daily life.