View across the bespoke shaker kitchen with black island, vaulted ceiling and marble worktops at Project Orton.

Project Orton

Bespoke Kitchen & Joinery Design | Penn, Wolverhampton

Project Orton centred around the transformation of a 1930s family home in Penn, Wolverhampton, where a contemporary extension created the opportunity to design spaces for modern family living and effortless entertaining. While the new additions introduced a fresh architectural language, careful consideration was given to respecting the home's original character, creating a seamless balance between period charm and contemporary design. Bespoke joinery, a thoughtfully designed kitchen, carefully curated furnishings, lighting and window treatments brought warmth, functionality and cohesion throughout the home.

Bespoke black kitchen island with marble worktop and upholstered breakfast bar seating at Project Orton.
Curved black kitchen island with marble worktop and cabinetry at Project Orton.
Traditional iLIV range cooker with marble splashback and handmade shaker cabinetry at Project Orton.
Dresser and Island cabinetry detail shot detailing reeded glass doors and coffered ceiling at Project Orton.
Illuminated kitchen niche with marble shelving and traditional shaker cabinetry at Project Orton.
Marble splashback paired with handmade shaker cabinetry and woven trays at Project Orton.
Marble kitchen island styled with natural linens and wooden serving utensils at Project Orton.
Butler sink with aged Quooker brass hot water tap, marble splashback and bespoke shaker cabinetry at Project Orton.
Rounded marble worktop edge and bespoke black kitchen island cabinetry at Project Orton.
View across the bespoke shaker kitchen with black island, coffered ceiling and granite worktops at Project Orton.
Sculptural textured glass pendant lighting creates a striking focal point above the dining table while complementing the home's timeless interior palette.
Carefully considered space planning creates a seamless flow between the kitchen, dining and living areas, balancing generous proportions with a calm, timeless palette.
The open-plan living space connects the kitchen, dining and lounge, with large roof glazing flooding the home with natural light throughout the day.
Bespoke living room cabinetry frames an integrated window seat and media wall, combining elegant storage with carefully considered architectural detailing.
An upholstered window seat nestled within bespoke cabinetry provides a cosy reading nook and additional concealed storage, diving two rooms.
Classic wall panelling introduces character and architectural detail from the moment you enter Project Orton, creating a timeless first impression.
Bespoke boot room cabinetry provides practical family storage with painted joinery, open shelving and integrated seating designed for everyday living.
Traditional Victorian-style floor tiles introduce character and heritage-inspired detailing, complementing the bespoke joinery throughout Project Orton.
A built-in window seat with tailored upholstery, woven storage baskets and bespoke cabinetry creates a practical yet welcoming boot room.
Layered linen cushions and striped patterns add warmth and softness to the bespoke window seat, enhancing the home's relaxed, timeless aesthetic.

Every design decision within Project Orton was driven by the desire to create a home that feels contemporary, timeless and respectful of its original character. Rather than allowing the extension to feel separate from the existing property, careful attention was given to proportion, materiality and architectural detailing, ensuring old and new sat comfortably alongside one another.

Bespoke joinery became a defining feature throughout the home, introducing practical storage while enhancing the character of each space. A comprehensive lighting scheme and thoughtfully planned furniture layouts helped shape the flow and functionality of the home, while tactile materials, layered furnishings and bespoke window treatments softened the contemporary scheme. The result is a series of warm, inviting spaces that honour the property's 1930s heritage while embracing modern family living and effortless entertaining.

The Design Approach

Behind the Design

Behind every finished space is a carefully considered design process. From space planning and furniture layouts to bespoke joinery, lighting design and architectural detailing, these drawings reveal the technical thinking behind Project Orton, illustrating how ideas were developed and refined long before construction began. Every bespoke element was designed in-house by Istigh Interiors, fully detailed and issued to specialist makers for manufacture.

Ground floor plan for Project Orton, illustrating the bespoke interior layout, furniture planning and custom joinery design within a renovated 1930s family home in Penn, Wolverhampton.
Technical elevation drawing of the bespoke media wall, featuring integrated shelving, concealed storage and a contemporary fireplace surround.
2D visualisation of the bespoke boot room joinery designed for Project Orton, illustrating integrated cabinetry, a built-in window seat, concealed storage and practical family organisation before construction.
Technical elevation drawing of the bespoke boot room joinery designed for Project Orton, showing integrated storage, coat hanging, shoe shelving and cabinetry.

Location
Penn, Wolverhampton

Property
1930s Family Home

Scope
Interior Design, Bespoke Joinery, Kitchen Design, Lighting Design, Furniture & Furnishing Specification

Completed
2025

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