Historic country homes may seem idyllic, but few are instantly suited to the realities of modern life. Such was the case with this grand early 19th-century house in Hampshire, which was bought in 2022 by a London couple with three young children. While the house already had large rooms and a commanding position overlooking parkland, its layout was disjointed and far from ideal for a busy family. Petter had a distinct advantage when it came to the project.