This wine cellar is located in the basement of a period property in Essex, where the client wanted to create a practical and well-structured storage space while preserving the character of the home. Sorrells was appointed to deliver a solution that would protect the existing interiors, make use of the naturally cool environment, and avoid the need for intrusive works or full-room climate control.
The cellar is constructed in redwood, with joinery designed to sit comfortably within the traditional setting. A Transtherm Loft unit was integrated to provide a dedicated temperature-controlled zone for the client’s fine wine collection, while the rest of the cellar benefits from the stable, cool conditions of the basement, ideal for short- to medium-term storage.
A variety of racking styles are used throughout, including standard bottle storage, angled display shelving, and flexible compartments for different formats, allowing the client to organise the collection efficiently. As a personalised finishing touch, Sorrells also designed and produced a set of custom wine cases, adding a practical and distinctive element to the room.
The basement wine cellar reflects a harmonious blend of traditional aesthetic and modern functionality. Located in a Grade 2 listed building in Essex, the cellar has been designed to store 500 bottles, taking full advantage of the vast basement area previously used for storage.
Given the client’s specific request to forgo additional temperature control systems, the cellar focuses primarily on storage capacity. However, for long-term storage of fine wines, a Transtherm Loft wine cabinet by EuroCave was incorporated into the design to maintain a stable temperature.
