Sited on the fringes of Sevenoaks in Kent, Wildernesse House is a Grade II listed Georgian mansion which has been variously used as a private residence, country club, school for the blind, and is now a retirement community. Our clients purchased the building and site following a previous conversion to apartments, however on review the changes were not considered appropriate for the user group and ColladoCollins were appointed to redesign the apartments to make them more suitable for older people and enable occupants to age in place without need for adaptions.

Working closely with the Local Planning Authority's Conservation Officer, ColladoCollins proposed a series of amendments to increase accessibility, legibility, and navigability through this ranging mansion. We maintained a close supervisory presence during works on site to ensure the high quality of finish was delivered with the sensitivity and care required in this listed setting. The project was completed in 2022 and is fully operational.

ColladoCollins are now delivering a series of residential buildings in the grounds, known as The Sylvans, and due for completion in mid-2024.