Having been neglected for a number of years, this classical-style, 22-bedroom house in County Durham was in an advanced state of disrepair. Over four years, Mark Gillette Interior Design executed a complete restoration and refurbishment.

As centerpiece of the house, which dates back to the 1730s, a new inner hall with glazed lantern was created out of a former courtyard. Mark Gillette Interior Design designed the detailed plasterwork, the balustrades and a staircase to an open first floor gallery. The studio also worked with English heritage on reinstating Georgian-style 12-pane sashes in the property.

The fully restored property was commended in the Georgian Group / Christie's prestigious annual awards in 2008, as well as the Historic House Association / Southeby's Restoration Awards 2010.