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You won’t believe what’s hiding in my camera roll…Not the perfectly styled, magazine-worthy kind. More the “quick, take ...
11/06/2026

You won’t believe what’s hiding in my camera roll…

Not the perfectly styled, magazine-worthy kind. More the “quick, take a photo before I forget” kind.

Because when I’m out and about, usually in a hurry or with children in tow, I’m always with an eye open for the little details.

A patterned tile floor.
Fabric combinations.
A beautifully layered corner.
A ceiling that completely changes the feeling of a room.
Texture or a colour pairing I want to remember.

Some of these spaces are absolutely priceless for inspiration. Not because they are perfect, but because they spark ideas.

They might feed into a current project, sit quietly in the background for a future brief, or simply remind me what I’m naturally drawn to: spaces with character, warmth, pattern, texture and personality.

So this carousel is a little peek into my camera roll. The interiors, corners and details that caught my eye, and why they stayed with me.

Save this one for your own inspiration folder.

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09/06/2026

Have you ever known exactly how you want your home to feel, but not quite had the words to describe it?

You might know you want something warm, characterful and considered. Maybe traditional, but not old-fashioned. Modern, but not cold. Calm, yet still full of personality.

And then, when it comes to choosing colours, fabrics, furniture, finishes and all the little details that bring a room together, it can suddenly feel much harder to unravel.

From my experience, this is one of the most common feelings clients have when they first come to me, and it is completely normal.

You don’t need to arrive with all the answers. You don’t need to know your exact style, the right terminology, or how to explain every detail perfectly. That is part of my role as a designer.

Through conversation, inspiration, lifestyle questions and my style finder process, we start to gently pull out what you are naturally drawn to. What feels like you. What works for the way you live. What you love, what you don’t, and what might just need translating into the right colours, textures, layouts and materials.

It is about taking that feeling you have in your mind and turning it into a curated home that feels personal, practical and beautifully considered.

If you know the feeling you want, but not quite how to explain it, that is often the perfect place to begin.

What is one word you would love your home to feel like?

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Your kitchen doesn’t have to be white to feel timeless.Colour, pattern and personality can weave so much warmth into a s...
04/06/2026

Your kitchen doesn’t have to be white to feel timeless.

Colour, pattern and personality can weave so much warmth into a space, especially in the rooms we use every day. A kitchen can still feel practical, considered and beautifully balanced while holding a little more story.

It might be a deep green cupboard, a soft blush island, a piece of art you’ve collected, open shelving filled with ceramics, or a wallpaper that completely changes the vibe of the room.

The secret is not adding colour everywhere. It is knowing where it will work hardest, where it will bring joy, and how to layer it with texture, lighting and the pieces you already love.

Because the best homes are not the ones that follow every design rule, but the ones that feel most like you.

Save this if you’re ready to think beyond the all-white kitchen.

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Thoughts from a recent project…Good design should always feel adaptive.No two homes, clients, budgets or preferences are...
02/06/2026

Thoughts from a recent project…

Good design should always feel adaptive.

No two homes, clients, budgets or preferences are ever the same, which is why I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Trends and inspiration images can be a wonderful starting points, but the real work is in understanding how a space needs to function, what a client truly loves and how we can make thoughtful choices that suit both the brief and the budget.

Sometimes that might look like reusing pieces the client already owns. Or repurposing furniture, blending something old with new, or finding creative ways to reduce waste, all while creating something beautiful. Sometimes it means going on a bit of a detective hunt to find the original materials or treatments used by a previous owner.

That is the part of design I really love: finding the balance between beauty, practicality, sustainability and the way someone genuinely wants to live in their home.

Is there a piece in your home you’d love to keep, but aren’t quite sure how to make work?

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28/05/2026

Before I touch a mood board, I want to know how you take your mornings.

Interior design can feel intimidating when you're not sure how to explain what you want. You might know the feeling you're after, but not the words for it. You might love colour but worry about getting it wrong. Or maybe you've worked with a designer before and found the process a little cold, or formal, or just not quite you.

When we work together, the first thing we do is get to know each other properly.

I use a style finder to explore your preferences, colours, textures, patterns, furniture, and the overall feeling you want your home to have. It’s not about putting you into a fixed “style box”. It’s about building a picture of what you’re naturally drawn to, so the design ideas that follow feel personal, considered, and genuinely connected to you.

If you've been thinking about your home but don't quite know where to begin, this is often the perfect place to start.

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Earlier this month, @‌schumacher_uk_rowan invited me to a Talking Fabrics event in Plympton, held at @‌mariehewittinteri...
27/05/2026

Earlier this month, @‌schumacher_uk_rowan invited me to a Talking Fabrics event in Plympton, held at @‌mariehewittinteriors at The Window Dresser.

It was such a lovely opportunity to discover Schumacher’s latest collections in an informal, relaxed setting, meet Marie and the team, and enjoy some very good cake along the way!

Schumacher is a family-owned luxury design house, based in the US, known for its high-end fabrics, wallcoverings, trimmings and rugs. I’ve always loved the way their collections blend traditional inspiration with fresh, cutting-edge design.

I came away feeling full of ideas for future projects and ordered a few samples with specific schemes in mind. Some beautiful linens would work so well for a coastal-inspired interior, along with a brilliant zig-zag burlap that really caught my eye.

These kinds of events are such an important part of the design process for me. They’re a chance to see fabrics up close, feel the quality, explore new combinations and keep gathering inspiration for the homes I’m lucky enough to work on.

Which would you be most drawn to for your home: the soft coastal linens or the bold zig-zag burlap?

21/05/2026

Buying a new sofa is often one of the biggest investments we make in a room, yet it can also be the one that brings the most buying anxiety.

When I’m helping clients choose these anchor pieces, I always encourage them to look beyond the aesthetics and think about how the piece will actually live within the space.

It often starts with the doorway dance: checking whether a sofa arrives fully assembled or flat-packed, because there is nothing quite as stressful as finding the perfect piece, only to realise it can’t make it past the hallway.

Beyond the fit, there’s the daily flow factor to consider. Will it block a radiator? Stop a door opening, or make the room feel cramped rather than calm?

I also believe sustainable choices are the forever factor. For example, by choosing solid, honest materials like FSC-certified wood and natural fibres, you’re investing in a piece of your home’s story for years, not just a season.

Ultimately, it’s about removing the friction, so when your furniture finally arrives, the room doesn’t just look better, it feels lighter too.

I think this version flows a bit more smoothly and still keeps that lovely balance of expertise, warmth and practical advice.

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You’ve probably heard the phrase “Scandi style”, but what does it actually mean?Scandinavian interiors are rooted in sim...
19/05/2026

You’ve probably heard the phrase “Scandi style”, but what does it actually mean?

Scandinavian interiors are rooted in simplicity, light and everyday comfort. Think soft neutral colours, pale woods, natural textures, clean-lined furniture and gentle layers that make a room feel calm without feeling bare.

At its heart, this style lends itself to creating spaces that feel restful, practical and easy to live in. It’s less about filling a space and more about choosing the right pieces with care, using considered textiles, natural materials and thoughtful details to add warmth without clutter.

The magic is in the balance: simple, but not stark. Minimal, but still warm. Functional, but never without a sense of feeling.

Would you choose Scandinavian style for your home?

I don't usually reach for quiet whites, you know me, I like pattern, texture, colour that earns its place in a room.But ...
14/05/2026

I don't usually reach for quiet whites, you know me, I like pattern, texture, colour that earns its place in a room.

But I've been thinking about Pantone's Colour of the Year since we got back from Ibiza last month. Something happened to me out there. The whitewashed walls, the bleached linen, the way everything seemed to breathe in that heat, I found myself photographing corners I'd never usually notice.

Cloud Dancer has that same quality for me. It's not a shade I'd build a whole scheme around, but as a way of creating calm between the things I love? The textured wallpaper, the unexpected print, the piece of furniture that deserves a moment? It works beautifully.

Not every room needs to shout. Sometimes the quietest backdrop is what lets everything else sing.

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12/05/2026

Choosing paint goes beyond colour. So much of the decision process is about how a space feels once you’re living in it.

When helping clients redesign, I encourage them to think about what they’re bringing into their home, visually, but also emotionally and environmentally, too. Small, considered choices can make such a difference to how calm, comfortable and healthy a space feels.

Simple swaps like using water-based, low-VOC paints are such a lovely option, especially in rooms where you rest, sleep or spend lots of time. They’re gentler on indoor air quality and help create a fresher, more balanced atmosphere from the moment you start decorating.

I love brands like Edward Bulmer's Natural Paint @‌edwardbulmerpaint, natural, plant-based, that have a beautiful depth and softness. The colours feel grounded and thoughtful, and the best bit is that they’re made with care for both people and the planet.

When it comes to sampling, this can be approached more mindfully, too. Peel-and-stick options from @‌coatpaints offer a great alternative to multiple tester pots, and if you do use testers, painting moveable sheets rather than the wall makes it easier to live with the colour for a while to see how it behaves in the space, in different lights and times of day.

Sustainable design is simply about making choices that feel good to live with.

If you’d like help choosing colours or creating a palette that feels both beautiful and considered, check out my new Colour Essentials online or in-person service to help you use colour to refresh your space: www.pepeandrose.co.uk ✨

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