SBID UK Interior Design Icon Award 2025
The Enduring Allure of English Country Homes
June 6, 2025
There is something undeniably magical about English country homes. From their storied architecture to the gently evolving landscapes that surround them, these properties are steeped in character, tradition, and a quiet kind of grandeur.
As someone with a lifelong passion for history and heritage, I’ve always found great joy in working on homes that carry a strong sense of the past—places where every room whispers a story and every detail feels purposeful. There’s a particular poetry in these homes that modernity alone can’t replicate.
At Helen Green Design, we share a deep and genuine love for the English countryside. Over the years, our studio has been fortunate to complete a wide array of exceptional projects in the country—ranging in size, style, and spirit.
From stately Georgian manors to contemporary countryside retreats, each project has offered us the opportunity to create interiors that are not only beautiful, but rooted in place and soul. These are homes designed for real living—for gathering, relaxing, entertaining, and retreating from the demands of everyday life.
At Helen Green Design, we have a deep, enduring passion for country houses. There’s a particular joy in working on homes that feel intrinsically connected to the land around them—homes with stories etched into their walls, and a rhythm of life that embraces nature, history, and quiet luxury.
Our team is endlessly inspired by the textures, traditions, and lived-in beauty of the countryside. We understand the charm of weathered oak beams, the elegance of inherited antiques, and the value of creating spaces that feel timeless rather than trend-led. Whether restoring original features or thoughtfully layering in new ones, we design with care, respect, and imagination—always striving to create homes that feel as though they’ve grown naturally over time.
For us, designing country homes is not just about how they look—it’s about how they feel. It’s about understanding how people truly want to live, host, rest, and reconnect.
Whether it’s a relaxed family estate or a refined weekend escape, we aim to create spaces that are timeless, welcoming, and deeply personal. Spaces that evolve with their owners and continue to tell stories for generations to come.
By Alexandra Jurkiewicz, Studio Director at Helen Green Design
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