Business Details
20 Years
experience
Expert Interior Design for Cotswold Homes
Pippa Paton Design is a distinguished interior design studio founded in 2006, renowned for its expertise in transforming historic and listed properties across the Cotswolds and beyond. Our approach prioritises the preservation and enhancement of a building's original character, seamlessly integrating contemporary materials and modern living requirements. With a comprehensive service spanning architectural design, spatial planning, bespoke joinery, and full project management, we deliver timeless, luxurious homes tailored to 21st-century lifestyles. Our team combines decades of experience in commercial and management sectors, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and operational excellence. Recognised through multiple industry awards, including the Country Life Top 100 and Society of British & International Design accolades, we pride ourselves on creating spaces that harmonise heritage with innovation.Our commitment to transparency, client collaboration, and ethical practices underpins every project, from initial concept to final execution. By blending historic fabric with modern aestheticssuch as polished concrete, natural stone, and bespoke ironmongerywe craft interiors that reflect both the property's narrative and the client's vision. With a focus on functional elegance and practicality, we address complex challenges like reconfiguring period layouts for family living or integrating cutting-edge technology discreetly. Our reputation as trusted specialists in high-end residential renovations is built on a foundation of expertise, creativity, and unwavering dedication to client satisfaction.
Services
Interior design
Spatial planning
Architectural design
Kitchen design
Bathroom design
Lighting design
Project management
Landscape design
Home automation
Contract administration
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of experience in historic home renovations.
- Our team offers comprehensive architectural and interior design services.
- Award-winning kitchen and bathroom design specialists.
- We provide full project management from concept to completion.
- Recognised in the Country Life Top 100 for design excellence.
Services
Interior Design
Our interior design service focuses on creating timeless, luxurious spaces by blending historic architectural elements with contemporary materials. We prioritise functional elegance, using natural textures like stone and wood alongside modern finishes such as polished concrete. Each scheme is tailored to the client's lifestyle, ensuring practicality without compromising aesthetic appeal.
Project Management
We provide end-to-end project management for residential renovations, coordinating expert artisans and contractors to deliver high-quality results. Our team ensures seamless execution from planning permission to final fit-out, maintaining strict adherence to timelines and budgets while preserving the property's historic integrity.
Architectural Design
Specialising in listed and historic buildings, our architectural design service combines structural expertise with creative vision. We develop detailed plans for renovations and extensions, ensuring compliance with conservation regulations while introducing modern functionalities like open-plan living spaces and energy-efficient systems.
Kitchen Design
Award-winning kitchen designs integrate bespoke cabinetry, innovative layouts, and premium materials to create functional yet stylish spaces. We focus on seamless transitions between traditional architecture and contemporary appliances, ensuring each kitchen meets both aesthetic and practical requirements for modern family life.
Bathroom Design
Our bathroom designs combine opulent finishes with intelligent spatial planning, featuring custom vanities, freestanding bathtubs, and state-of-the-art sanitaryware. We specialise in transforming period properties with wet-room conversions, spa-inspired layouts, and discreet storage solutions tailored to individual needs.
People
Pippa Paton
Founder & Lead Designer
Established the studio in 2006, bringing expertise in spatial planning and historic preservation. Her vision merges traditional craftsmanship with modern design, creating award-winning interiors that respect architectural heritage while meeting contemporary living standards.
Scott Paton
Co-Founder & Project Director
Oversees project management and operational strategy, leveraging commercial experience from the advertising industry. Ensures seamless delivery of complex renovations, maintaining strict quality control and client communication throughout each project's lifecycle.
Questions
What areas do you specialise in for interior design?
We focus primarily on the Cotswolds, Oxfordshire, and surrounding regions, working on historic homes and listed buildings.
Can you handle both interior design and full renovations?
Yes, we offer comprehensive services from interior design to complete project management, including structural renovations.
Are your designs suitable for modern family living?
Our approach reconfigures period layouts to meet contemporary needs, creating functional spaces for family-friendly living.
Do you offer bespoke furniture design?
Yes, we design custom joinery, kitchens, and bathroom fittings tailored to each property's unique character.
How do you ensure historical accuracy in renovations?
We work closely with conservation officers and use traditional materials and techniques where appropriate.
Can I purchase your design books?
Our books 'Twenty First Century Cotswolds' Volumes I and II are available through our online shop.
