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Set amidst the rolling hills of South West Wight within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this remarkable barn has been beautifully transformed. Built from a mix of traditional stone and brick, the building has undergone a comprehensive renovation to support both commercial and residential use. Primarily serving as a luxury base for game shooting breaks, the main house and annexe have been upgraded to the highest standards.

Mumford and Wood surveyed the site and subsequently designed, manufactured, and installed 12 doors and 41 timber casement windows. These have all been finished in a traditional Grandis Oak stain, complementing the natural surroundings perfectly.

On the front façade, the casement windows span an impressive 3 metres in width and 4 metres in height. Many of the casements are set behind the original stonework, and 18mm Ovolo glazing bars have been incorporated throughout, seamlessly blending with the building’s historic character.

The ironmongery is finished in black and has been specifically selected from a ‘Coastal’ range, ensuring durability and longevity against the island’s weather conditions.

The annexe features a combination of replica stable doors—installed to meet fire escape regulations—and authentic stable doors, complemented by feature panelling below each of the adjoining casement windows. A traditional tongue-and-groove design has been used consistently throughout the project, honouring the barn’s heritage while providing a timeless finish.

The enquiry for this remarkable project came to us through the client’s appointed carpenters, who required highly specific, heritage-accurate joinery for a unique new build. The client — a retired businessman formerly involved in equine shipping — had recently taken on the challenge of creating a stunning new Georgian-inspired home on a site just half a mile from his original period property.

Determined to replicate the classic elegance of his previous Georgian residence, he envisioned a neo-classical new build that would seamlessly combine modern construction standards with authentic historic detailing. From the outset, the client visited our factory in person to review product options and detailing, ensuring every feature would meet his exacting expectations.

While the property was a new build without planning restrictions, the client insisted on recreating the authentic Georgian appearance — including the impression of a flat roof and traditional window and door profiles. This theme continued throughout the interiors of their now decorated home, through furnishings, décor and colour schemes.

Key elements of the brief included:

• A bespoke entrance door featuring a Gun Stock Shoulder. This is a very traditional style where the stiles on each side of the door diminish in width from the top of the middle or lock rail through to the top rails creating a larger glazed panel in the top section.

• 5 conservation doors designed to respect traditional aesthetics while offering modern performance

• 35 Oversized timber sash windows to frame views across stables and paddocks, capturing the client’s ongoing passion for horses. These featured beaded liners and lambs tongue profiles, carefully proportioned to replicate authentic Georgian joinery

Working collaboratively with the client and his carpenters, Mumford & Wood designed, manufactured, and supplied a complete package of joinery solutions that fulfilled every aspect of the brief. Our design and technical teams carefully adapted standard timber sections to meet the bespoke requirements of the project, ensuring traditional features such as the Gun Barrel detailing and lambs tongue sashes were faithfully reproduced.

By combining precision craftsmanship with heritage knowledge, we delivered products that satisfied the aesthetic demands of Georgian architecture while providing all the benefits of modern performance standards.

This elegant flat-fronted Victorian terrace in central London, dating back to around the 1850s, sits within a designated conservation area. As a result, both the builders and the clients were required to adhere to strict design and material guidelines throughout the renovation.

Working closely with the contractors and architect, Mumford & Wood designed and manufactured 15 conservation box sash windows, along with a set of timber French doors, for the complete renovation of the property.

The project, a true labour of love for its owners, spanned several years. Drawing inspiration from James Bond–inspired style and contemporary interior design, they aimed to blend classic elegance with modern comfort.

Having stood untouched for nearly 50 years, the property demanded a focus on thermal, acoustic, and security performance — areas in which Mumford & Wood are industry leaders.

Some of the new sash windows incorporated unusual margin bars, while others featured traditional central glazing bars to replicate the original period designs. The homeowners also selected beaded liners with Ovolo profiles and Ovolo-style bars to maintain historical authenticity.

Finished in traditional ‘Signal White’ and complemented by oil-rubbed bronze locks, this property transformation showcases timeless elegance and impeccable craftsmanship.