Gregory Phillips Architects has more than 30 years of experience as a London architectural studio, designing exceptional private homes, with experience across Kent’s countryside, from new build houses on generous rural plots to the renovation of listed period properties.
In Sevenoaks, we carried out the refurbishment and extension of a Grade II listed farmhouse set within 40 acres, unifying a 17th-century threshing barn, a period pool house and the main house with a new bronze-clad extension. See our Sevenoaks project here. Kent’s larger plots and agricultural land also make it a genuine opportunity for new build family homes, and it’s an area we’re keen to do more of.
Kent is covered by a number of different district councils, we worked closely with Sevenoaks District Council on listed building consent for this project, and we’d be glad to talk through the planning route for your property, wherever in the county it is.
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Kent’s scale is what makes it interesting to design for, rolling countryside, generous plots and a real opportunity for ambitious new build houses, alongside a substantial stock of period and listed buildings that call for a more careful approach.
In Sevenoaks, we took on a Grade II listed farmhouse set within 40 acres, where a 17th-century threshing barn, a 1980s conservatory and pool house had accumulated around a central courtyard over the years without ever being unified. We removed the old conservatory link and replaced it with a bronze-clad pavilion housing the kitchen, glazed the barn’s large door openings to create a great-room living space, and refurbished the pool house to match. After prolonged discussion with Sevenoaks District Council, we also secured permission to upgrade the original sash windows to slim double glazing, the kind of detail that matters on a listed building but isn’t always straightforward to agree. See our Sevenoaks project here.
Beyond listed building work, Kent’s countryside offers real scope for new build homes, and we bring significant experience of guiding clients through that new-build process, designing from a blank site rather than working around an existing structure.
Whichever route a project in Kent takes, we work with a small number of trusted contractors, landscape designers and specialist craftsmen, on the Sevenoaks project, we coordinated closely with the client’s kitchen designer and our own recommended lighting and audio-visual providers to make sure every part of the house worked as one.
If you’re planning a new build or a period renovation in Kent, we’d welcome the chance to discuss it with you.
In Kent, our studio offers the full range of architectural services, with involvement from concept design and planning consents through to construction information and house styling.
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Gregory Phillips Architects design distinctive contemporary homes that reflect the individuality and aspirations of their owners. With more than thirty years of experience, the team has built a reputation for creating elegant, award-winning architecture that combines creativity, craftsmanship, and precision. Each new build is carefully tailored to its setting and designed to enhance modern living with clarity and purpose.
From the first ideas to final completion, the process is clear and collaborative, with every stage of design, planning, and construction thoughtfully managed. Sustainability is integral to their approach, with energy-efficient systems and low-carbon materials ensuring homes that are both responsible and enduring.
View ServiceGregory Phillips Architects reimagine existing properties with creativity and care, transforming them into spaces that feel new while retaining their character. With decades of experience working across London and the UK, the team deliver beautifully balanced renovations, reconfigurations, and extensions for homes of all styles.
Each project is guided by a clear design process, from feasibility and concept through to planning and completion. Sustainability remains central, with energy-efficient upgrades and smart technologies enhancing comfort and longevity. The result is a home that feels harmonious, refined, and ready for the future.
View ServiceGregory Phillips Architects bring deep expertise and sensitivity to the restoration of Listed Buildings and historic properties. Their work honours heritage while adapting spaces for contemporary living, from Georgian townhouses to grand country estates. Every project celebrates craftsmanship and period detail, while introducing discreet modern interventions that enhance light, layout, and comfort.
The team’s understanding of conservation and planning ensures a smooth process from start to finish, balancing preservation with innovation to create homes that respect the past and embrace the present.
View ServiceFor Gregory Phillips Architects, interior design is a natural extension of architecture. Their interiors are timeless, elegant, and deeply considered, shaped by light, proportion, and material. Natural textures such as stone and timber are combined with refined detailing to create spaces that are luxurious yet inviting.
Every detail, from bespoke joinery to lighting, is designed to enhance comfort and atmosphere. Whether part of a new build, renovation, or complete home refurbishment, the result is a cohesive, beautifully crafted interior that elevates everyday living.
View ServiceGregory Phillips Architects transform basements into light-filled living spaces that feel calm, comfortable, and connected to the rest of the home. Their designs make intelligent use of natural light through light wells, glazed courtyards, and carefully planned layouts that maximise space and openness.
Each project combines technical precision with elegant interior design, creating rooms that feel both practical and sophisticated. From family spaces to wellness suites, every basement is crafted to suit the client’s lifestyle and reflect the quality of the wider home.
View ServiceGregory Phillips Architects design swimming pools that are elegant, functional, and seamlessly integrated into the home and landscape. Whether part of an indoor wellness retreat or an outdoor garden setting, each pool is designed with attention to proportion, light, and materiality.
Working with expert consultants, the team ensure every technical and aesthetic aspect is handled with care. The result is a space that feels calm and timeless, designed for relaxation, wellbeing, and year-round enjoyment.
View ServiceAt Gregory Phillips Architects, the connection between home and landscape is fundamental. Every project, whether an urban courtyard or a rural estate, is designed to flow naturally between indoors and outdoors.
Working with leading landscape designers, the team create spaces that reflect the architecture through carefully chosen materials, planting, and structure. The result is a landscape that complements the home, enhances wellbeing, and changes beautifully with the seasons.
View ServiceGregory Phillips Architects bring a refined, design-led approach to residential developments of every scale. Each project is conceived with a focus on quality, context, and lasting value. Architecture and landscape are considered together to create homes that feel both distinctive and in harmony with their surroundings.
Collaboration underpins the process, with developers, consultants, and specialists working together to achieve cohesive, site-specific results. Every development combines design excellence with practicality to deliver spaces that appeal to discerning buyers and stand the test of time.
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