After the Christmas decorations have come down, the house always feels so bare. On the one hand I can’t wait to pack them away, then on the other I’m lost without them. I’ve loved looking at them but after 5…
Image: Wearth London Would you like to create a more eco friendly home? With more research available on sustainability than ever before, there shouldn’t be many reasons why you can’t start making simple switches around the house that are a…
When it comes to picking the right type of window shutter for your home, there are several things that you have to take into account. Window designs vary considerably of course and not every window shutter is suitable for particular…
How many of you have started to declutter your home this month? The need is real, and many of us feel drawn to clearing the clutter and starting a new year with a fresh mind and neat cupboard. If you…
Image: WallSauce Interior design is a valuable skill to have. If you know any professional interior designers then you will know that they have fantastic earning potential, although the life of a freelancer is often challenging. I should know. Whether…
So the festive season is upon us and I’m creating some fireplace Christmas decorating ideas in today’s seasonal post. I have 3 quite different looks for you, all quite achievable, not costing a huge amount, and all designed to help…
One of the most challenging interior design issues we can face is how to maximise space in a small room. There are lots of blog posts and articles aiming to help you, give you ideas and tips, plus offer inspiration…
Being an interior designer is a fun job to have but comes with a lot of daily pressure and stress. Your client’s homes are important to them and they want to be able to trust you with their money and…
Let me introduce you to the Faus Retro Flooring laminate tiles range from International Decorative Surfaces. Described as ‘an artistic collection of Victorian and vintage tiles with a contemporary twist’ it’s a beautiful laminate flooring which offers great style and design…
I’ve been trying out the Roberts Radio Revival iStream 3 recently and wanted to show you how it looks in my home and what I think of this updated version of a classic. I grew up with a Roberts Radio.…
There will come a time when you’ll need extra space in your home, whether it’s because your family is growing, or perhaps you want to create a home office to focus on your business. Sometimes, moving isn’t an option due…
There’s much more focus on buying longer lasting products for our home. We need to move away from fast furnishings and invest in pieces that stand the test of time. It’s something I’m going to feature more and more of…
So today I want to discuss the benefits of made to measure blinds and curtains. When you want to introduce new window dressings into your home, the hunt begins. If you’re like me, you probably spend hours scouring the internet…
A dark living room won’t make you feel like spending time in the space, so I’ve pulled together 3 ways you can improve the lighting and create a cosy, bright atmosphere in order to enhance the decor. If you’re looking…
A few weeks ago I visited Grand Designs Live at the Birmingham NEC. It’s a show I love, having visited before and always look forward to the innovations, the setup and of course, Kevin McCloud. If you’re planning a home…
Christmas is a time for coming together with friends, family or others and today’s post is looking at how we can create a luxurious Christmas dining space. In collaboration with Juliette’s Interiors I’m creating a moodboard of dining room style…
There’s been a real surge in popularity for the artificial plant in the last few years. I have several in my home and the quality of these products has improved immensely. How do we feel about introducing artificial flowers in…
Many people talk about what you can do to improve the value of your home. Building a conservatory isn’t always something that springs to mind, but these extensions can be invaluable to increasing space on the ground floor of your…
