Clubhouse reimagined ~ refurbishment of social and function spaces

Completed in August 2025, Roehampton Club has reimagined and fully refurbished it’s key social, events and function spaces.

This £3 million redevelopment has seen the transformation of the Members’ Bar, created a new restaurant space, four function rooms, extended garden terrace and adjoining areas, bringing new energy and elegance to one of the UK’s most respected private multi-sports clubs.

Founded in 1901 as a polo and croquet Club, Roehampton Club has long been celebrated for its heritage and exceptional facilities including an 18-hole golf course, an extensive range of racquet sports including tennis, squash, padel and pickleball plus croquet, indoor and outdoor swimming pools and state-of-the-art fitness amenities for its members and guests of all ages.

With a legacy as a sanctuary for leisure and wellbeing for its 5,000 Members, the Club approached DLSM Studio to revitalise a suite of communal spaces to reflect the evolving needs and expectations all the family .

The Club benefits from 120 acres of beautiful natural land, influencing DLSM Studio’s design narrative, ‘Moments of Calm, for a Lifetime of Energy,’ taking inspiration from the Club’s verdant setting and historic role as a retreat from city life.

The interiors now offer a sophisticated blend of tactile materials, curved forms and biophilic cues allowing the space to transition seamlessly from day to evening use.

Members’ Bar and Lounge

The Members’ Bar has been reimagined as a warm and uplifting space with Cipollino Verde marble countertops, handmade Spanish ceramic tiles, a ribbed walnut bar front and layered lighting details in antique brass and glass.

Comfortable lounge zones surround the main bar, framed by soft seating, upholstered in earthy tones and complimented with elegant timber joinery, creating a relaxed yet refined environment for socialising and unwinding.

The Polo Room

The design team have created a flexible space that can be used during the day for meetings, Members’ working, private hire or functions and on selected nights transitions to host the popular bistro evenings and Sunday lunches.

The Polo Room, with its nod to the Club’s heritage,  provides a restaurant setting that creates an elevated and warm ambience with a distinct personality from the bar and Club Café.

The Garden Room Bar

In addition to the main Bar, a new Garden Room Bar offers an extension to the Club’s dining and events programme.

This space echoes the design language of the main Bar but introduces distinct detailing through timber beading and wallpapered ceiling recesses, providing a more intimate setting.

The Function Rooms

The four function rooms have been completely reconfigured to allow maximum operational flexibility and acoustic performance. Each space is defined by bespoke carpeting inspired by the surrounding landscape, green-painted ceilings to reflect the views across the golf course and gardens, accentuated by recessed lighting to provide a soft glow in the evenings.

Acoustic folding partitions enable the rooms to be opened up or divided, supporting everything from section lunches to large-scale private hire.

The Terrace

The south-facing terrace, now reimagined with warm timber decking, striped awnings and modular planting, affords a fabulous view up the 18th fairway and over the sunken gardens bringing the countryside into the heart of London.

With approximately 79 outdoor covers and the ability to subdivide for private use, the terrace enhances the Club’s year-round hospitality offer while maintaining sensitivity to the local environment through recessed lighting ensuring minimal light spillage.

More than just an outdoor area, the terrace serves as a vibrant social hub, offering Members a setting for everything from casual lunches to elegant private events. This flexible, resort-style space reflects the Club’s commitment to creating exceptional year-round experiences that foster connection, relaxation and enjoyment.

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