Bledlow, Buckinghamshire

Et Lorem x Willow Home Design – A Refined German Kitchen for a Contemporary Barn Conversion. 

Set within the Buckinghamshire countryside, this thoughtfully converted barn is now a modern family home designed for relaxed, elevated living. Et Lorem was commissioned to design and deliver a luxury German kitchen that would sit effortlessly within the open-plan architecture, offering a clean yet characterful focal point in the heart of the home.

We were asked to design a kitchen that wouldn’t compete with its surroundings, but instead enhance them. With the palette and natural flow curated by Jade Glynn, founder of Willow Home Design.

With vaulted ceilings and expansive glazing, the kitchen sits within a striking open-plan setting, wrapped with natural light and stunning views. Our design needed to fit architecturally within the barn setting, while delivering the warmth and softness that would make the home feel lived-in and personal.

We specified a Rotpunkt kitchen for its refined detailing and precision-led German engineering, paired with a palette of warm timber tones and textural surfaces that reflect the barn’s rural heritage. A generous island creates both a social hub and functional centrepiece to the space.

While a hidden pantry is often seen as a practical essential, in this design we elevated it to become a beautifully considered space in its own right; one that’s just as enjoyable to spend time in as it is functional.

The kitchen features a stunning Dekton-clad feature cooker hood, with open shelving to soften and add balance to the space. We used a combination of Dekton worksurfaces throughout, chosen not only for their soft texture and tonal variation but also for their durability and sustainable credentials.

A Lacanche range cooker introduces timeless character and professional performance, complemented by handcrafted Hendel & Hendel handles for a touch of tactile elegance.

A Quooker Cube tap provides instant boiling, chilled, and sparkling water; just one of many considered details that elevate the everyday experience. Every element, from internal layout to finishes, was designed to support how the space is used, without compromising on aesthetic clarity.

We have worked with Willow Home Design on a number of inspiring projects, and this was no exception. The final kitchen is a true reflection of thoughtful planning, shared values, and quality craftsmanship.