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“How do I make my interior design ideas a reality?” This is a common question that I get asked a lot. Perhaps you’re feeling the same way? There are so many lovely ideas out there for interior design in both online and print media that it can be hard to know where to start! You…
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Spring is finally upon us; so throw those windows open wide and get organising with an interiors refresh! Spring is one of my favourite times of year (the other is Autumn if you’re wondering). Nature suddenly comes alive and everything feels fresh and new. It’s a time when we want to shake off the winter…
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I’ve been working with a few clients recently on their living rooms and I’ve been asked the same question a number of times. How do you style a coffee table and what should I have on it? So, I decided to gather a few of my top tips together and share them here! Now bear…
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Having a good working relationship with your interior designer is vital. Here’s how you can get to know me more before we work together! Some regular readers of this blog may know that as well as running my interior design studio, I am also an assistant stylist in the interior magazine world. What does this…
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5 Wallpaper Trends for 2022 that you need to know about
If you’re thinking of updating the interior or your home this year, then you may be wondering if wallpaper or paint is best… Well, let me tell you that both are great! Whilst it’s true that wallpaper and paint colours can go in and out of fashion, they are still a good choice for updating…
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How can you find inspiration for your home décor?
Want to know a secret? I look at the homes of other interior designers when looking for inspiration! As an interior designer, stylist and HGTV host, one would expect the home of Emily Henderson to be well curated, beautiful and inspiring. It is. A white base creates a sophisticated backdrop on which to house feature…
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Family Kitchen
Open plan kitchen/diner for a family of four The brief for this project was to transform a tired family kitchen into a modern, functional space. Grey cabinets were chosen throughout and complimented with a stone splash back and sideboards. This lightened the space effectively and meant that the room had a neutral palette. This is…
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1 Simple Rule To Creating A Cohesive Home
Ever wondered why some people have a home that ‘flows’ between each room? This is why… Designing the interior of your home can feel like a daunting task. Trying to find a scheme that works in every room so that your home ‘flows’ can be intimidating. Never fear! Today I’m here to share one simple…
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Kid’s Bedroom Ideas
Feeling stuck for kids bedroom or playroom ideas? I’ve got 5 easy to use tips to get you started… Designing a child’s space should be fun, yet it can sometimes feel overwhelming! As an adult, we are often not sure that we want all of the crazy bright primary colours, yet we do want to…
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Moodboards
Stuck for inspiration for a room? Take a look at some of the mood boards I have created for my interior design clients.
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