Walton Hall

Warwickshire
Sector
Heritage & Hospitality
Location
Warwickshire
Role
Full design & project management
Timeline
Seven-month programme

The Challenge

Won through a competitive design pitch against established London and Manchester agencies, the project required the conversion of a stately home into a luxury hotel, restaurant and banqueting venue within a demanding seven-month delivery programme. The scale was significant: encompassing seven apartments, a conservatory, banquet hall, private dining room, bar, and the grand entrance hall.

Design Response

The approach demanded rigorous conservation planning married with compliant commercial finishes. Full design and project-management responsibility was taken across all interior elements.

Every detail was considered and specified: from the procurement of commercial-grade carpets and custom drapes to bespoke furniture and architectural lighting. The strategy preserved the heritage gravitas of the property while introducing the necessary operational resilience required for a high-volume hospitality venue.

Walton Hall's stone facade reflected in the lake, seen across the grounds in autumn
The great hall at Walton Hall, with gothic stone arches, marble columns, stained glass windows and a galleried landing above the staircase
The banqueting room at Walton Hall laid for dinner, with a gilded ceiling, crystal chandeliers and burgundy upholstered chairs

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