Client Type: Residential homeowner

Location: Holmfirth, West Yorkshire

Brief: Create a high-impact, open-plan extension to enhance the property’s layout and living experience

PROJECT GOALS

• Deliver a single-storey extension to expand the existing footprint
• Design and build a connected, open-plan kitchen, dining, and living space
• Achieve a balance of luxury, comfort, and character
• Make the most of the property’s stunning location and natural light

CHALLENGES

• Seamlessly blending new construction with the existing structure
• Ensuring the open-plan layout felt both spacious and cosy
• Maximising the views and light from the surrounding landscape
• Navigating planning and building regulations within a sensitive location

SOLUTIONS PROVIDED

Planning & Building Regulations:

• Handled by ADP Architecture and Design, Holmfirth, who provided expert guidance through the planning and compliance process

Joinery, Interior Design & Bespoke Interiors by Smithson & Littlewood:

• Designed a fluid and functional open-plan kitchen, dining, and living arrangement
• Used materials, textures, and colour tones to maintain warmth and intimacy within the larger space
• Integrated carefully considered lighting, built-in joinery, and focal points to zone each area

DESIGN HIGHLIGHTS

Layout:

• Open-plan concept with clear functional zones (cooking, dining, lounging)

Material Palette:

• Warm woods, soft neutrals, and tactile finishes for a grounded, homely feel

Luxury Touches:

• Bespoke cabinetry, stone worktops, and curated lighting create a sense of understated luxury

RESULTS

• A gorgeous open-plan living arrangement that fully maximises the property’s footprint
• A space that feels both generous and inviting — perfect for entertaining and everyday living
• Luxury living tailored through careful design, craftsmanship, and attention to detail
• A high-value transformation in a truly special location