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Getting your home ready for Christmas? 🎄Before you start buying new cushions, ordering furniture or adding even more job...
18/10/2026

Getting your home ready for Christmas? 🎄

Before you start buying new cushions, ordering furniture or adding even more jobs to your to-do list, take a step back and think about what will actually make the biggest difference.

Whether you're hosting Christmas dinner or having family and friends to stay, it's often the little things that make your home feel more welcoming.

✨ Here are 4 things I'd focus on first:

1. Make sure there's enough seating. Think about where everyone will sit and whether you can rearrange what you already have before buying anything new.

2. Give your guest bedroom some love. If it's become a dumping ground, a quick declutter, fresh bedding and a few thoughtful touches can make all the difference.

3. Think about the flow of your home. Could moving a piece of furniture or clearing a walkway make it easier for everyone to relax and move around when you've got a full house?

4. Sort the little things that cause stress. Somewhere for coats and shoes, a clear kitchen worktop and a bit of space to put everyone's bags can make hosting so much easier.

The biggest thing to remember? You don't need to redecorate your entire home before Christmas or spend a fortune to make it feel special. Sometimes a few thoughtful changes are all it takes.

If there's a room you've been meaning to sort out but you're not sure where to start, my Room Reset sessions can help you work out what's not quite working and give you a clear plan to move forward.

You can find out more via the link in my bio.

Save this post for when you start getting your home ready for Christmas!

A bedroom doesn't have to be neutral to feel relaxing. ❤️I'm a big believer that the best rooms are the ones that feel l...
14/10/2026

A bedroom doesn't have to be neutral to feel relaxing. ❤️

I'm a big believer that the best rooms are the ones that feel like you, and this bedroom is a great example of how colour and texture can work together to create a space with real personality.

The deep charcoal walls create a cosy backdrop, while the rich terracotta bedding and pop of red from the chair bring warmth and character. Add layered cushions, warm bedside lighting and natural wood flooring, and everything feels connected without being too matchy-matchy.

If you're struggling to pull a room together, try this: choose one colour you love, use it as your starting point, then bring in complementary shades and different textures to build the scheme around it. You don't need everything to match perfectly; you just need the elements to work together.

And if you have a room that never quite feels right, despite all the ideas you've saved on Pinterest, my Room Reset sessions can help you work out what's missing and give you a clear plan to move forward.

Because sometimes you don't need more things for your home. You just need a little clarity on how to bring it all together.

Find out more about Room Reset via the link in my bio.

Before you spend money on the pretty bits… get these right first.I see it all the time — someone has bought the beautifu...
14/09/2026

Before you spend money on the pretty bits… get these right first.

I see it all the time — someone has bought the beautiful sofa, the gorgeous cushions and the lovely accessories, but the room still doesn’t quite feel right.

Usually, it’s not because they need more things. It’s because one of the bigger decisions hasn’t quite been worked out.

The layout, lighting, scale, furniture and, most importantly, how you actually use the room all need to work together.

Get those foundations right and the finishing touches become so much easier.

Save this one for the next time you're planning a room, and send it to someone who’s about to start decorating.

What’s the one thing you find hardest to get right in your home? 👇

One of my favourite things about this space isn't the furniture… it's what happens when you sit down.Every seat has been...
11/08/2026

One of my favourite things about this space isn't the furniture… it's what happens when you sit down.

Every seat has been positioned to make the most of the incredible view, because great interior design isn't just about choosing beautiful pieces. It's about creating a space that feels connected to its surroundings.

The soft, neutral palette, natural oak and simple textures allow the garden to become part of the design rather than competing with it.

Sometimes the most important decision isn't what to add to a room—it's knowing what to let take centre stage.

Would you rather have a room with statement décor or a statement view?

Children grow up... and their bedrooms should grow with them.This room had served its purpose for years, but it no longe...
08/08/2026

Children grow up... and their bedrooms should grow with them.

This room had served its purpose for years, but it no longer reflected who he was becoming. The brief wasn't to create a "grown-up" room, it was to design a space that felt calm, practical and personal—a room he'd actually enjoy spending time in for years to come.

The oversized world map became the focal point, while the darker tones, softer textures and more considered layout gave the room a completely different feel.

A bedroom should be more than just somewhere to sleep. It should feel like your space.

➡️ Swipe to see where we started.

Sometimes, less really is more.Warm oak, soft veining, brushed brass and layered lighting.No busy styling. No unnecessar...
05/08/2026

Sometimes, less really is more.

Warm oak, soft veining, brushed brass and layered lighting.
No busy styling. No unnecessary clutter.
Just carefully chosen materials that do all the talking.
It's a reminder that the most luxurious spaces often feel the simplest.

This room started with four walls, fresh carpet... and lots of potential. The brief wasn't just to fill an empty space, ...
03/08/2026

This room started with four walls, fresh carpet... and lots of potential. The brief wasn't just to fill an empty space, it was to create a room the whole family would actually want to spend time in. A room with plenty of storage and a focal point that felt beautiful without dominating the space - somewhere to display treasured pieces and hide everyday clutter.

The bespoke media wall became the backbone of the design, but it's everything working together that has transformed the room, because great design isn't about adding more, it's about making every element work harder.

✨ Swipe to see where we started.

Would you believe this is the same room?

Downstairs loos are often the smallest room in the house... but that doesn't mean they should be overlooked. They're one...
01/08/2026

Downstairs loos are often the smallest room in the house... but that doesn't mean they should be overlooked. They're one of the few spaces where you can afford to be a little bolder.

Here we paired warm blush-toned tiles with olive green walls, brushed brass fittings and black accents to create a room that feels full of character.

It's proof that even the smallest spaces deserve just as much attention as the rest of your home.

Would you be brave enough to use pink tiles?

This kitchen was already beautiful. It just didn't feel finished. The layout worked, the kitchen was in place, but it la...
29/07/2026

This kitchen was already beautiful. It just didn't feel finished. The layout worked, the kitchen was in place, but it lacked warmth, personality and those finishing touches that make a house feel like your home.

By changing the dining furniture, introducing natural textures, styling the island, adding artwork and layering in accessories, the whole space feels softer, warmer and much more inviting.

It's proof that you don't always need a full renovation to transform a room. Sometimes it's the final 10% that makes 90% of the difference.

➡️ Swipe to see where we started.

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