Sims Hilditch Design Studio
Located in one of the most beautiful corners of the Cotswolds, we discovered a piece of English heritage once known as the White Hart which has become our headquarters.
"Acclaimed for its relaxed country style, the Sims Hilditch studio clearly lives exactly what they preach. Having taken a very tired, Grade II-listed coaching inn and transformed it into a cool sanctuary of light and calm."
-The Telegraph
Dating from the late 16th century this Grade II listed building was one of many countryside inns which had fallen into disrepair in recent years. We successfully purchased the White Hart in 2013 and undertook a complete refurbishment with the aim to preserve the building’s history while re-purposing it as a contemporary design studio. The White Hart embodies the Sims Hilditch design ethos and is the perfect location to get a feel for what we do while discussing your project.
"Wow, wow, wow! It's exceeded my expectations, it's everything I was hoping for...and much more. I certainly don't underestimate the time, effort, and perseverance that's gone into the project, but I'd like you to know that I appreciate and value every single detail."
"We have been truly blown away by the wonderful job you have done on our home. It has completely exceeded our expectations, to the point that I am not sure it has all sunk in yet. We absolutely love the home you have created for us. We feel you have captured us so well, really understood us - and delivered the best house we have ever seen let alone lived in!"
“What sets Sims Hilditch apart from others in our experience was the perfect balance between you presenting your own inspiration and listening to our ideas.”
"If you look hard enough, you can always find talented people but to mix that with a real desire to do their absolute best is a much harder culture to generate and one I see in abundance in Sims Hilditch."
"The level of detail combined with immaculate taste is so impressive. Your turnkey approach is fantastic customer service.”
"The Sims Hilditch team did an amazing job. Honestly, we could not be more pleased with it, our home is stunning."
"What a triumph your book is! A walk through some of your outstanding work, beautifully put together with superb photography - a real inspiration to others. I am delighted my home is represented in the book and I feel immense pride in what we have achieved together."
"The go-to for historic buildings; creating airy interiors with real character"
“The go-to for historic buildings; creating airy interiors with real character"
“Designers like Sims Hilditch are cherry-picking the best elements of rustic style to create elegant, country-lite interiors that combine rural luxury with a sleek urban edge. This “rurban” aesthetic looks as good in London as it does in deepest Lincolnshire.”
"At Sims Hilditch, we subscribe to the 'buy once and buy well' school of thought, which is why we have collaborated with experts in their fields to create products which will last for generations."
“We believe true luxury is about quality of life, embracing the beauty of everyday living and allowing inspiration to flow from our surroundings.”
We began by stripping away layers of incongruous decoration to rediscover original features, such as beautiful wooden panelling and magnificent stone fireplaces.
The chalet has a large balcony across its upper floors which acts an extra room when the sun is shining. With a selection of pine furniture and cosy throws and cushions arranged beautifully on the comfortable seating, this is the perfect place to enjoy the magnificent views of the Swiss countryside.
While we installed many new features in this home, we were mindful to take our design cues from the property’s original country aesthetic. Much of the Cotswold stone was still in place, as was some of the original T&G paneling.
From cosy nooks and original beams to the airy bathroom complete with decadent bathtub, every inch of this property feels warm, lived-in and intimate, and will no doubt be a cherished home for many years to come.
Surrounded by green fields, landscaped gardens, resident bees and our vegetable patch, the idyllic setting inspires the team creatively. Inside, the studio has the essence of a real home and perfectly embodies the Sims Hilditch design ethos.





