Five Ways to Add Character to a New Build
Five ways to add character to a new build. With a few thoughtful design choices, you can create a home that feels warm, individual and completely your own.
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Five ways to add character to a new build. With a few thoughtful design choices, you can create a home that feels warm, individual and completely your own.
The May Bank Holiday is the perfect opportunity to tackle those small DIY jobs you’ve been putting off for months. We all have them – the peeling paint in the hallway, the sticking door, the sagging sofa cushion or the squeaky floorboard that seems louder every day.
Five quick, satisfying DIY projects to refresh your home in a single long weekend.
f you are planning to move, how you present your home can have a significant impact on both the speed of the sale and the final price achieved. First impressions matter, and most buyers will first see your property online, so well-presented rooms that photograph well are far more likely to attract viewings.
nterior design is more than decoration – it’s about creating spaces that work beautifully for everyday life. A well-designed home combines functionality, comfort and style, helping you make the most of your space while reflecting your personality.
Finding the perfect Christmas gift for a design lover can feel daunting – but the secret lies in choosing pieces that combine beauty, craftsmanship and everyday function. Think sculptural objects, iconic design classics and tactile materials that elevate daily rituals. From statement textiles to thoughtful decorative details, these are gifts that feel personal, timeless and design-led.
Pets are one of the greatest joys in life. My loveable cavapoo, Stan, accompanies me to the office sometimes and even joins me on photoshoots! The only real downsides are the cost of pet-ownership and the sheer amount of stuff pets tend to accumulate; beds, toys, food bowls, toys and blankets. Unfortunately, much of this stuff is badly designed; both aesthetically and functionally. Read my latest blog post for my round up of stylish pet supplies:
One of my favourite parts of being an interior designer is helping people not just find their personal style, but define it clearly and confidently. Ideally, you should be able to describe it in just a few words – something like “minimalist, neutral, vintage-infused” or “moody, modern cottage.” Having that clarity makes everything easier, from working with designers to shopping online (or falling down a Pinterest rabbit hole).
Finding your personal style doesn’t happen in a weekend. Here are the steps I use with clients to help them uncover their style and feel empowered by it.
If you want a space that impresses, delights, inspires, or even shocks (in the best way!), you need to create wow factor. In interior design, the surest way to achieve that reaction is to introduce the unexpected. Whether subtle or bold, small or dramatic, thoughtful surprises make a room memorable.
Few design decisions cause as much hand-wringing as selecting the right paint colour. What begins as a simple task – picking a shade of white, grey, or blue – often turns into a marathon of paint swatches, test patches, and late-night debates. And still, many of us end up with a room that feels slightly off.