From the outset, the vision was clear – the client wanted an open-plan home that feels both spacious and inviting, where each room flows naturally into the next. The layout was therefore carefully considered to encourage moments of togetherness while also offering quiet corners for privacy and reflection.

To meet the needs of the client and meet the specifics of the brief, the overall design of Hightrees Barn was refined through responsive on-site decisions, enhancing architectural details and landscape integration.

At Hightrees Barn large windows frame views and invite natural light in. The generous windows are strategically placed to capture the natural light and frame sweeping views of the surrounding Yorkshire landscape. This constant visual connection to the outdoors ensures the home changes in mood and character throughout the day, subtly reflecting the seasons.

Throughout the home materials like reclaimed timber, stone, and lime plaster add warmth and texture whilst bespoke joinery and carefully selected furnishings bring timeless character.

For this project, sustainability played a central role in the design. Kudos Interior Design curated a palette of materials — including timber, stone, and reclaimed elements — chosen for both their environmental responsibility and their ability to add texture, warmth, and authenticity. The client’s wish for a more cohesive, layered feel led to a restrained approach, avoiding an overload of finishes while still celebrating natural variation.

Architecturally, the home strikes a delicate balance: sleek and modern in form yet rooted in the rural character of its setting. The result is a property that feels calm, grounded, and quietly in harmony with the beauty of the Yorkshire countryside — a modern barn that is as much about connection to place as it is about comfort and style.