When people begin planning a renovation, they often start in the same place: Pinterest boards, saved Instagram posts, and a clear idea of the look they love. Sometimes they are deciding whether to move house or renovate - check out my previous blog post - Relocate or Renovate? But what’s often missing from those early conversations is something far more important — how they actually live in their home.

At some point, many homeowners reach a crossroads: do we move, or do we renovate the home we’re already in? It’s rarely a decision taken lightly. Often, it comes after months — or even years — of feeling that your home no longer quite fits your life. You may love the area, the community, and the familiarity of your surroundings, but feel frustrated by the layout or lack of space. Or you might be wondering whether a fresh start elsewhere would simply be easier than tackl

If you’re planning a renovation, here’s how to approach it the right way so you can avoid stress, stay on budget, and create a home you’ll love for years to come.

The Christmas season always seems to sneak up on us, doesn’t it? One minute it’s late summer and you’re promising to be organised this year, and the next you’re fluffing the guest bedding and realising you’ve somehow ended up with five half-burnt candles and no tealights. But even if you’re not embarking on a full festive makeover (and who is, really?), you can still make your home feel calm, welcoming, and effortlessly stylish — that boutique-hotel-meets-family-home sweet s

Pinterest is addictive, isn’t it? One minute you’re searching for “Dopamine Decor”, and the next you’ve fallen into a rabbit hole of rustic barn conversions in the Cotswolds, chic Parisian apartments, and glossy kitchen islands the size of your entire downstairs. It’s fun. It’s inspiring. But here’s the truth that most people only realise halfway through their renovation: pinning dream homes doesn’t get you any closer to living in one. In fact, it often does the opposite.

I was brought on board at the very start of this office-to-apartment conversion project, when my clients were still using the space for work but dreaming of transforming it into their home. They wanted somewhere warm, full of character, and perfectly suited to their lifestyle now and into the future. Having never designed an office conversion before, the prospect was both new and exciting. Of course, it came with challenges: the property sat on light industrial land, so we n

Our homes are more than just the walls and furniture around us — they are the backdrop to our daily lives, our routines, and our memories. But as the seasons change, so do our needs, our habits, and even the way we feel in our spaces.

Our homes are meant to be a place of calm and sanctuary that put us at ease so we can flourish. That is how I feel every home should work for its occupants. Since the pandemic we have all spent more time at home than ever before. Many people now work from home at least part of the week. Our homes have had to change their roles to become a more multifunctional place since the recent advancements in technology so we are able to work remotely.

If you're confident with colour but hesitant about pattern, you're not alone. Many of my Interior Design clients know what they like and dislike when it comes to colour, but often feel unsure about using pattern in their homes. They worry it’ll clash, feel too busy, or end up looking like a design disaster. But here’s the truth: pattern is your secret styling weapon. Used well, pattern can completely transform a space. It brings warmth, personality, depth, and cohesion to a

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