A New Chapter at Hyde House
08 / 11 / 26
As we look ahead to 2027, a new chapter is taking shape at Hyde House. Hyde Barn and The Gatehouse are set for a thoughtful refurbishment, in collaboration with London-based interior design studio Studio Duggan.
The design will honour its heritage while embracing a playful, modern spirit, layering texture, colour and carefully chosen vintage pieces. Both will retain their character and warmth, with a more refined, contemporary feel throughout, creating spaces made for settling in, getting together and staying a little longer.
We’re sharing a first look with our newest renders, offering a glimpse of the designs coming together.
We also caught up with Gaby Harvey, Brand Director at Dearborn Studio, the creative studio behind Hyde House, to talk about the vision for the refurbishment and what she’s most looking forward to.
1. Why did you decide to work with Studio Duggan on this refurbishment, and what was it about their approach that felt right for Hyde House?
It was important to us to work with a residential interior designer who understands how to create a space that feels lived in, layered, and like a home rather than a traditional venue. We love the British eccentricity, sumptuousness and sense of fun in Studio Duggan’s schemes which is perfect for our heritage country manor, and Tiffany is based in Wiltshire too which is handy! Ultimately, all our spaces are designed not just to provide a beautiful backdrop, but also make people feel comfortable in a place that speaks to them aesthetically – as though they’re in their own private hotel.
2. What was the brief, and what did you want to achieve with the refurbishment?
We wanted to build on what people already love about Hyde House, while giving the space a fresh perspective. The interiors needed to align with our Dearborn values – particularly our focus on playful and unexpected design elements – as well as make it easier to create an exceptional hospitality experience for our guests. The challenge was to bring a renewed sense of personality, without compromising on how the house functions.
3. Can you talk us through the design direction? Were there any particular references, influences or ideas that shaped the vision?
The direction was about creating interiors that feel layered, collected and full of character, rather than following a particular trend. We’re interested in spaces that feel as though they have evolved over time, combining different textures, materials and details to create a sense of depth. We’ve included things like a hand-painted mural in the entrance hall that will have a soft, aged finish, alongside a glossy chocolate tiled bar topped with onyx – two very contrasting features.
Really it was about being inspired by our other Dearborn spaces to create a sense of cohesiveness and quality across the group. For all our properties we like to move beyond the expected aesthetic of a wedding venue and bring a homely, individual feel to the house. There’s something lovely about interiors that feel slightly unexpected, where traditional elements sit alongside more contemporary details.
4. How did you want to ensure the refurbishment felt true to the character and identity of Hyde House, while bringing something new to the space?
For us, it was a thoughtful balance between old and new, ensuring the interiors felt connected to the building, while introducing new layers of colour, texture and detail. We were keen to avoid anything that felt too prescriptive or overly themed. Through our time in the industry we’ve noticed in a shift in what our clients are looking for – elevated, design-led spaces that inspire them and align with their own tastes, rather than a ‘blank canvas’ venue.
5. What are you most excited about, and what do you hope guests will feel when they experience the refurbished space?
I’m most excited about seeing how people experience the house and make it their own. The best interiors don’t just look beautiful; they change how a space feels and how people interact with it. I hope guests notice the small details, and that they are inspired by their surroundings. We want them to enjoy the element fun too – from the hidden draped canopy in the new glasshouse extension, to the communal vanity area on the mezzanine overlooking the party below.
