Three Ways to Give Your Kitchen Wow Factor

Image: Clair Strong Interior Design It doesn’t take much to create a good kitchen; decent cabinetry and well-placed tiles are about all you need for a solid space. But a great kitchen is a different matter. It requires that little extra something that makes you stop and stare every time you walk in. Here are…

Recent Project: Georgian Apartment in Bath City Centre

I recently completed a lovely residential project; a two-bed Georgian apartment in Bath city centre. I shared the details of the project in a feature for The Bath Magazine’s October 2018 issue. Here I share a slightly condensed version of that article. The Project Brief The client was a professional couple who had bought a…

Best Sustainable Interior Brands

For today’s blog post I’ve put together this shortlist of fantastic sustainable interior brands. It’s in no way comprehensive, but it’s a great start if you’re looking to decorate your home mindfully. We’re all aware that the choices we make have a big impact on the environment, so let’s choose brands that help us make…

Decorating with Animal Print

Animal print has officially clawed its way back into interior design. It’s a difficult trend to get right; use too much and it all starts to look a bit Bet Lynch. While too little can look out of place or like a sad afterthought. Pair it with the wrong colours and suddenly you’re in Austin…

The Best Art and Craft Workshops in Bath

Image source: The Makery Bath has a really vibrant arts and craft scene with numerous events, exhibitions, fairs and workshops taking place all year round. If you fancy learning a new skill, or brushing up on an old talent, check out some of these fantastic workshops: The Makery The Makery in Milsom Street hosts a…

Creating Children’s Study Spaces

Image source: K Desk by Rafa Kids Encouraging your little ones to sit still and do their homework isn’t always easy. With toys and TV providing an enticing distraction, keeping them focused can feel like you’re fighting a losing battle. The best solution? A dedicated study space, just for them. Whether it’s at the kitchen…

How to Take On the Houseplant Trend

Image source: Clair Strong Interior Design Houseplants exploded in popularity a few years ago and it’s easy to see why. Plants are timeless, they’re affordable, they are valuable (some cleanse the air, others reduce stress) and in urban spaces, they give us our much-needed connection to nature. Oh, and of course they look good too.…

Four Uses for the Spare Room

Image: Clair Strong Interior Design Has your spare room become a clutter catch-all? Or is it empty and neglected; the last room in the house to get any attention? Well it’s time to turn that spare room into a beautiful, useful space. Here are some creative ideas… Guest Bedroom / Second Living Room I’m a…

Design Solutions for Small Spaces

Image: Clair Strong Interior Design Our homes are getting smaller. According to researchers at Cambridge University, the UK’s new build homes are the smallest in Europe by far. Living rooms and kitchens are smaller by up to a third compared to homes built in the 1970s, and bedroom numbers have decreased. What does this all…

Five DIY Projects to Try This Month

Image: Kitsch Stitch for Clair Strong Interior Design I’m back with another batch of fantastic DIY projects for you to try this month. Here are five of my favourites from around the web. Gather your craft supplies and let’s get stuck in… Concrete Plant Stand This Scandi style plant stand may look high end, but it’s…