Coachmans, Crockham Hill: A Modern Evolution of a Country Home

Located in the heart of the Kent countryside, Coachmans is undergoing a comprehensive transformation. The project represents a perfect synergy between expanding a traditional residence and integrating high-performance, modern infrastructure.

The Vision: Expansion and Elevation

The works focus on enhancing the architectural profile of the main house while maximizing its footprint. Key structural upgrades included:

• Extensions & Porch: The demolition of an existing porch makes way for the addition of a modern, contemporary external double height entranceway. This change has also shifted the principal elevation to improve the sense of arrival. This change marries with the intensive internal reconfigurations, to redefine the existing internal spaces.
• Living Under the Eaves: A clever reconfiguration of the roofline allowed for a new inset roof terrace, along with enlarged dormers and the installation of several large roof lights to flood the upper floors & central hallway with natural light

The Grounds: Leisure and Sustainability

The transformation extended well beyond the walls of the main house, turning the estate into a fully equipped modern sanctuary:

• Bespoke Outbuildings: The construction of a high-specification new garage and pool house, replacing aged sheds to streamline the site’s layout. 
• Refined Landscapes: A complete reconfiguration of the driveway and garden, including the addition of timber pergolas and a renovated swimming pool.
• Eco-Forward Infrastructure: A significant commitment to sustainability was realized through the installation of solar panels and a sophisticated network of air source heat pumps, ensuring the estate meets modern energy efficiency standards.

The Result

The recent works at Coachmans successfully balance the demands of a luxury family home with a sensitive approach to its Crockham Hill surroundings. The result is a property that is as technically advanced as it is aesthetically pleasing.