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Grand Designs (2019)

  • Writer: Leo Wood
    Leo Wood
  • Apr 29
  • 1 min read

Grand Designs magazine cover shows a modern house with large glass windows. Headlines include renovation tips, eco guide, and design ideas.

We are grateful to have our Gin Distillery project in Whitechapel highlighted featured in Grand Designs (2019), celebrating imaginative, design-led transformations of historic spaces into modern family homes.


Originally a Victorian gin distillery, the building has been sensitively reimagined by Kinder Design and Open Practice Architecture into a layered, light-filled home. Located in South East London, the property retains its industrial soul - steel windows, exposed brick and original beams - while being softened with natural materials, muted tones and tactile textures throughout.


Old brick building converted into modern home. Couple seated inside near large windows. Text: Spirit of Adventure. Bright, industrial vibe.

Architect's home with modern interior: a cozy living space with a wood stove, large windows, and text highlighting Rupert Scott’s renovation.

Modern kitchen with wood ceiling, green sofa, yellow chairs, and a blue armchair. Floor plans on right. Text about space and children.

Modern office with bookshelves, desk, and orange chairs; split view shows narrow, green, brick alley with bench and plants. Bright, serene setting.

Modern interior with wooden beams and glass walls. A terrace features potted plants and a skylight, creating a tranquil, airy atmosphere.

Modern bedroom and children's room with wooden ceilings and large windows. Features white and blue decor, patterned bedding, and houseplants.

Our approach was to balance the robust character of the original building with a more human, intimate scale - creating zones for living, gathering and quiet retreat. Every intervention, from the oak joinery to the custom lighting, was designed to harmonise with the structure’s innate strength without feeling overworked.


Featured by Grand Designs, the project is celebrated for its ability to bridge historical authenticity with contemporary comfort - principles that sit at the heart of Kinder Design’s philosophy. We believe that working with a building’s inherent character is the most powerful way to create homes that feel truly individual.


You can view the full project here.

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