A masterclass in impactful minimalism, The Pack House is a contemporary barn conversion in Benenden, Kent. Its angular metal and larch-clad façade rises amid grounds of around four and a half acres, divided between pasture, woodland and gardens, and with a heated pool and sauna. Inside, a resolutely modern combination of cement, plywood and glass comes together to remarkable effect, creating a set of spaces that are bright and fresh. There is also a large one-bedroom annexe, finished in the same style as the primary home. Located in the High Weald National Landscape, the house is exceptionally well-placed for exploring the countryside and coast, and for easy travel into central London.