10th February 2026 | IN INTERIOR DESIGN PROJECTS | BY SBID Share Tweet Pinterest LinkedIn When Kimble Roden Architect’s clients purchased a large, detached Arts and Crafts property in Cheshire, they saw promise beneath years of fragmented additions and an inefficient internal plan. They wanted a forever home – one rooted in the character of the original house but fully reconfigured for contemporary family life. Kimble Roden Architects Kimble Roden Architects At the heart of the transformation was a complete rethinking of spatial flow. We opened up the ground floor to create a generous open-plan kitchen and living area, supported by defined sitting and play spaces and a highly functional utility zone. Upstairs, four double bedrooms – each with ensuite – were carefully arranged across the first and second floors, while the previously under-used loft now offers long views across the rear garden and rolling Cheshire landscape. Kimble Roden Architects A bespoke oak and black metal staircase provides a dramatic focal point and connects all levels, anchoring a newly opened entrance hall and reinforcing a clear spatial hierarchy throughout the home. Kimble Roden Architects Architecturally, the design balances respect for heritage with contemporary clarity. A two-storey side extension reflects the language of the original Arts and Crafts façade at the front, while a more contemporary expression to the rear maximises glazed connections with the outdoors. Seamless access to garden play spaces and a garden gym enhances everyday living. Kimble Roden Architects Inside, a warm palette of neutrals, oak and black joinery, alongside refined dark bronze details, creates a harmonious flow of materials. Each space is tailored to its function, resulting in a home that feels both purposeful and beautifully composed. This whole-house transformation exemplifies Kimble Roden’s approach: thoughtful planning, architectural cohesion and interiors that balance elegance with practicality. About Kimble Roden Architects & Designers Kimble Roden’s practice mission is to create outstanding architecture and interior projects tailored to meet the needs of our clients. We will bring an outstanding level of creativity and technical brilliance to residential projects. Whether you are building a new home, renovating, extending or have an interior design project we can offer a turnkey solution for your project and bring a level of professionalism that sets the standards in client care. We will provide you with complete peace of mind and add value to your home. Visit Profile If you’d like to feature your news or stories on SBID.org, get in touch to find out more. If you’d like to become SBID Accredited, click here for more information.