Oxley’s was commissioned to provide high-end poolside lounging for Kin House, a restored 17th-century Grade II listed manor in North Wiltshire. Working alongside the renowned Barlow & Barlow Interior Design, we supplied a mix of standard and bespoke loungers to complement the estate’s vibrant, eclectic aesthetic for the 2025 summer season.
The Creative Brief
The challenge for Kin House was to bridge the gap between the manor’s historic architecture and a fresh, contemporary pool area designed for high-end events, weddings, and private hire. Lucy Barlow of Barlow & Barlow required furniture that could withstand the high-traffic demands of a boutique hotel while maintaining a very specific colour palette.
The brief called for premium all-weather sun loungers that offered both individual relaxation and social “daybed” style seating, requiring a mix of standard manufacturing and bespoke fabrication.
The Solution
To meet the designer’s vision, Oxley’s utilized our signature powder-coated aluminium, ensuring the furniture is entirely rust-proof and durable enough for commercial hospitality use. While the single loungers were part of our core Octavia National Trust collection, we engineered bespoke double sun loungers to provide the generous proportions required for the pool’s focal points.
The frames were finished in two distinct, durable coatings: our refreshing Mint Blue and a new custom deep red that was selected from RAL samples. We loved this colour so much that Claret is now part of our core palette of high performance finishes. These were expertly by Lucy and her team with high-performance Pierre Frey outdoor fabrics, proving that luxury aesthetic and “marine-grade” durability can coexist seamlessly in an English garden setting.
Furniture Supplied
The Outcome
The result is a striking, colourful poolside retreat that enhances the “fun-filled luxury” reputation of Kin House. By opting for luxury aluminium outdoor furniture, the venue is equipped with a long-term, low-maintenance solution that will retain its structural integrity and colour vibrancy through years of guest use and seasonal weather.
We were delighted with how the project turned out and we already have plans to supply this incredible venue and team with more outdoor furniture to support their parties and weddings.
Read more about the wider pool project on Kin House’s website: kinhouse.co.uk/the-pool-has-arrived.
