The celebrated designer has spent two decades travelling between the Cotswolds and the capital, making occasional trips to the region.

In 2019, she chose to establish a more lasting presence there and secured a freshly converted barn in Oxfordshire alongside her partner.

The couple are always accompanied by their golden retriever and Newfoundland whenever they make the journey.

The converted sheep-farming structure stands on an expansive rural estate and was discovered while renovations were still underway in 2020. She explained that because she intended it as a long-term rental, she was able to influence the final touches.

She selected the specific tone for the oak flooring and opted for a wrought-iron spiral staircase rather than the glass version originally envisioned.

Once she took up residence at the close of 2020, she devoted considerable effort to adjusting the hue of the numerous oak beams, shifting them from a reddish tone to something that complemented the floorboards beneath. She noted that beams form such a crucial element of a barn that getting them right was essential. In the principal bedroom, she dispensed with conventional built-in wardrobes in favour of sophisticated hemp drapes that lend the space warmth and tactile appeal.

The substantial property extends to approximately 2,500 square feet, adopts a U-shaped configuration enclosing a generous courtyard, and is constructed from Cotswold stone, comprising three sleeping quarters on the upper level and one on the ground floor. Passing through the entrance reveals a vast open-plan area featuring striking cathedral ceilings and exposed timber framework.

The space serves multiple purposes as a sitting room, television space, gym and boot room, and accommodates a large white pendant fixture suspended from above.

This oversized and deliberately disproportionate lighting piece commands the room and exemplifies one of many elements that define her characteristic aesthetic: a restrained colour scheme of taupe, stone and pale grey complemented by Belgian linen and hemp fabrics.

The impressive helical staircase also starts in this area, finished in darker hues to complement the flooring. She expressed her preference for establishing a peaceful and enduring atmosphere.

Since the couple relocated during the pandemic restrictions, they faced the challenge of furnishing the property within an extremely tight timeframe. She revealed that the entire design and installation process was completed in just a fortnight, curtains included. She acknowledged this was undeniably rushed but suggested it provided them with an opportunity to carefully consider future purchases and approach subsequent renovations with greater deliberation.

Fortuitously, she had spent years accumulating and storing vintage pieces, which now found their place in the home.

As an example, her oak dining table was a design she had created previously and kept in storage. She adjusted its finish to coordinate with the flooring and surrounded it with gently weathered wooden chairs in a wishbone pattern that she had sourced in Spain. Additional pre-owned items include a curved rattan armchair from the 1930s positioned at the base of the staircase, a black Pavoni Bombay chest of drawers in a guest room and the large looking glasses she acquired from Hilary Batstone. She explained her preference for marrying vintage pieces with contemporary lighting and large-scale photographic artwork.

Industrial-style details appear throughout, including metal kitchen shelving from Garden Trading, a converted military storage unit sourced from Vinterior and pendant fittings in the kitchen from Fritz Hansen.

The expansive courtyard and surrounding grounds, previously entirely barren, underwent design by Stephen Woodhams.

She stated that they planted an array of greenery, including trimmed box hedging and olive trees displayed in substantial Belgian terracotta-style containers. They frequently take meals in the courtyard and unwind in the garden as the day ends. A platform constructed from reclaimed scaffolding boards provides an ideal spot to observe the sun descending over the farmland.

Her relocation to the Cotswolds represented a deliberate move towards serenity and groundedness. The scenery’s muted greens, gentle browns and warm limestone shades align with the colour schemes she frequently employs in her professional work.

She declared her affection for the area, noting how peaceful she feels there. She can inhale deeply and reduce her pace after her hectic metropolitan lifestyle. Her ambition is to operate a modest workshop in the Cotswolds as an extension of her London practice, particularly as they undertake numerous commissions in the region and she values collaborating with local artisans to support their expertise.

The barn’s interior manages to achieve equilibrium between these two worlds. She observed that while you unmistakably sense the rural setting around you, there remains a feeling that part of your identity is rooted in the capital.

Kelly, who received an MBE in 2009 for interior design services and a CBE in 2020 for her contributions to the GREAT campaign, launched her professional journey at just sixteen and a half.

A family acquaintance commissioned her to create a kitchen design, which ignited her enduring enthusiasm for the field, and she departed school at seventeen to establish her own company, Kelly Hoppen Interiors.

All of this unfolded in London, for although born in Cape Town, South Africa, she relocated with her mother and brother to Britain at the age of two following her father’s death.

Frequently dubbed the ‘Queen of Taupe’, she has accumulated numerous accolades and completed commissions worldwide.

She featured on BBC’s Dragon’s Den in 2013 and regularly appears on ITV’s This Morning, sharing guidance with viewers.

Among her recent projects is her third homeware range for Marks & Spencer, encompassing cosy throws, pure cotton bedding, textured dinner services, furnishings, refined glassware and additional items. She concluded by stating that in time, they anticipate purchasing a property of their own in the area, quite possibly another historic barn awaiting restoration and conversion.