Explaining the Design Process: How Long will my Project take to Design?

Despite the impression that Instagram reels & Reality TV Interior Design shows give of designers waltzing around waving a fan deck and fabric swatches, then it all comes to life and is designed and built in a day (or an hour!), that’s not a true interpretation of what we do & how long it actually…

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Explaining the Design Process: Construction Stage Design Services

We stay engaged on your project to support you & your builder throughout the Construction process; our level of involvement may differ from project to project depending upon the level of complexity. I take personal pride in giving you a design package that is as comprehensive as possible, with detail to make the design intent…

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Explaining the Design Process: Detailed Design Development & Documentation

You might think that all the important work is done once the Concept Design stage is completed. No – we’ve only just begun hammering out the details. During the Detailed Design Development and Documentation, we work closely with consultants like your project manager, services engineer, structural engineer, architect, building surveyor, other specialists & your builder…

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Explaining the Design Process: How I use Sketches to design your project

Hand sketches & / or sketching on my iPad is used at various stages of the design process for your project. When working on computer-aided drafted designs, it’s very easy to loose that element of creativity when you’re restricted by the design program; organic, fluid, complex or curvy designs become more complicated to get onto…

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Simple ways to make your home feel more stylish & luxurious

Many people ask me what they can do to make their home look put-together and ‘expensive’. What makes a home look luxurious? Luxury style is subjective, however there are some key characteristics that are common, regardless of the style of your home or your budget. Luxury is not just about how much you spend, but…

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How to plan a Bedroom Makeover

We spend so much of our time in the bedroom, it’s important to create a space for relaxation and to get a good night’s sleep. Many clients have been dreaming for years of their bedroom redesign; when the opportunity finally arrives, it’s important to get the planning right to ensure that the end result was…

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