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Choosing tiles - questions to ask when visiting your tile shop
How do you know your tiles are fit for purpose? Here are my top questions to ask at your tile shop when you’re choosing tiles for your bathroom renovation.
Everything you need to know about bathroom fixtures
How do you choose between PVD, Organic, Electroplated or Powdercoated? In this article, I explore what they are, and how to choose the right one for your bathroom no matter your budget or aesthetic.
What to expect during a project planning call
Virtual interior design, often called e-design or online interior design, offers a plethora of benefits that not only ensure a personalised touch but also enhance the overall design experience.
Benefits of hiring a virtual interior designer
Virtual interior design, often called e-design or online interior design, offers a plethora of benefits that not only ensure a personalised touch but also enhances the overall design experience.
Embracing pattern clash in your home
How to master the art of pattern clash without creating visual chaos. Uncover the secrets to achieving harmony and create a space that is vibrant, dynamic, and uniquely yours.
Reasons to avoid an extension
As internal renovations generally don't need council approval, renovating within the existing building envelope will save you time and money.
Here’s how to create a renovation budget
To create a renovation budget, you need to communicate with your builder and trades to get accurate quotes. Let me teach you my 5 step process.
8 reasons to work with an interior designer
We've rounded up the top 8 reasons you should hire an interior designer on your next renovation project and why we can save you time and money.
How bad decisions can blow your budget
Bad decisions made during the planning, material selection, execution, and budgeting stages can lead to a snowball effect of increased costs, extended timelines, and project disappointment.
Decision fatigue during a home renovation
Renovating your home can be an exciting and transformative experience. But amid all the dreams of a beautifully revamped home, there's a hidden challenge that many homeowners encounter: decision fatigue.
Bathroom mistakes to avoid in a home renovation
A successful bathroom renovation requires careful consideration, planning, and execution. By steering clear of these 10 common mistakes, you can ensure that your renovation project results in a beautiful, functional, and enduring bathroom that adds value to your home.
What to do before you renovate
It's no surprise that home owners are rushing to renovate. Before you jump in, you need to answer these three questions first.
10 times built in storage transformed a home
Here's 10 times that we installed built-in or custom joinery to spaces we've renovated and the results were powerful.
Here’s how to declutter your home
A step-by-step guide on decluttering your home. Learn how to cull, categorise and store items in your home to create a stress-free environment.
Most Common Decorating Questions
The most common question I get asked by homeowners is what's the best white paint colour? Get the answer to this and more!
Traffic flow, clearances and space planning
Understanding how each space works at its most efficient gives you clear insight into how you’re going to use the space.
How to pick the right white for your home
Choosing the right white can be tricky, but with a little guidance you can be successful the first time round.