Interior Design

Amidst the complexities of life, the idea of home holds a deeper significance than mere bricks and mortar. It represents a sanctuary where our souls find solace, a haven away from life’s storms. In this blog post we will delve into the art of crafting your personal sanctuary right within the walls of your home […]

March 4, 2024
an image of a little house with a green door and green gate.

In a world that’s becoming increasingly conscious of sustainable living, “Second-hand September” marks the perfect time to embrace a “second-hand first” mindset. As an interior designer who values both sustainability and well-being, I’m excited to share with you why you should consider integrating pre-loved items into your home decor. Let’s dive into all the compelling […]

September 4, 2023

“If hugs were a colour, they would be pink.” ~ Karen Haller, The Little Book of Colour psychology of pink Culturally, the colour pink has a few established connotations. And maybe it’s time to rethink them. In this blog, I’m going to look at why that might benefit us. Exploring the psychology of pink, let’s […]

July 25, 2023
psychology of pink

Check out the recent Apartment Guide article we were featured in: “Energetically bold, emerald green is a powerful color. In fact, this popular shade is so influential and dynamic, Etsy actually named emerald green its color of the year for 2022. For those looking to elevate their apartment décor, decorating with emerald green is one of the […]

June 8, 2022
decorating with emerald green

I want to prove that design doesn’t have to be expensive and that renters can benefit from investing time and a little bit of money into making their homes feel like it reflects them, and supports their needs. So, I’m setting myself a challenge to work with ONE rental client on a zero-charge basis, located […]

June 1, 2022

colour psychology Paint is magical. It has the power to transform the look of a piece of furniture – rescuing it from ugly, dated or very badly worn to beautiful, current, refreshed. It has the power to transform how a room looks – making it seem larger, or cosier, than it really is. But far […]

April 28, 2022
photo of paint brushes with different coloured paints, for blog post on colour psychology, paint your home happy

For the eighth year running, Pinterest has published its predictions for 2022 home décor trends, along with other trends that will rise in the coming year. This relates to all parts of our lives, and to date, they’ve had an accuracy rate of 80%. So, if you’re planning to refresh part of your home next year, […]

December 9, 2021

In your home, your taste and preferences trump that of all others—including interior designers. However, if you are feeling stuck in any way and genuinely would like some helpful advice, then an interior designer is the person to ask. An interior designer knows a thing, or three, about colour theory, how to create harmony and […]

May 23, 2021

As an interior designer, I follow—and sometimes salivate over—home décor trends as much as any other interiors enthusiast. And I don’t think trends are a bad thing at all. They help us evolve the looks of our home. And when applied well, they can make an out-of-date space feel more contemporary without the expense of […]

May 12, 2021

It’s not all about painting it white. The most common advice when it comes to decorating a small space is to paint it white. And while this has its merits, it won’t always work. White reflects light, and this can help a room to feel more spacious. But if the light coming in is northern (in […]

January 29, 2021
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