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Interior DesignWhy Mixing Surfaces in your Kitchen can Bring Beautiful Results
Many people, when planning their kitchen work surface, will spend time considering the pros and cons of each surface with the aim of selecting only one. While it is true that each surface brings its own set of charms and characteristics, it’s not true that you must pick only one. Continue reading “Why Mixing Surfaces in your Kitchen can Bring Beautiful Results” » Arrrr…. Its just like writers block!Interior design that is. Fact is that if you have a project to get completed and particularly in a short time period, its easy to get the Interior Design equivalent of writers block – where do you start, what colours do I specify? Continue reading “Arrrr…. Its just like writers block!” » Fancy studying Interior Design from home?Well you’re not alone, but what do you get for your money? Continue reading “Fancy studying Interior Design from home?” » For Nesting Or Investing?For what it’s worth, perhaps a little abstract, but sitting comfortably in my lovely home in Portugal (which let me not omit I am blessed to own) it strikes me that the rather mesh-mash array of furniture and objet d’art I have, goes against my normal structured careful approach to interior design and I was pondering how it all came about, where have I gone wrong? Continue reading “For Nesting Or Investing?” » The Importance of a Formal Client AgreementSo you’ve got your first Client! You’ve studied and studied, then burnt the midnight oil and risked every bit of spare cash you can scrape together to set up your own Interior Design practice – but what if they don’t pay? Continue reading “The Importance of a Formal Client Agreement” » What makes a beautiful home?That’s easy. Fill your home with friends and family… Continue reading “What makes a beautiful home?” » What’s the Best Interior Design Course? Part 1So you’re thinking about interior design? Perhaps like me, you revel in the online blogs, pictures and ideas of design, but if you wanted to go about it in a more concerted way, how would you start? Continue reading “What’s the Best Interior Design Course? Part 1” » How to decorate and furnish a guest room?
The appeal of Caribbean Colonial Style
So near but sofa: When interior design in the living room goes bad
How to Make Temporary Changes to Your Home
10 Tips for Planning your Perfect Kitchen
Furniture Packages for Landlords and Developers – Are they worth it?
Colours in the Home
The Stylish French – Images and Inspiration from Château d’Oléron
A Cheap Alternative to Window Shutters – Choose Wood Venetians with Tape
Tips for Displaying Art & Collections in your HomeThe world of interiors has evolved towards a freedom of expression, using your home to demonstrate your likes and character. Continue reading “Tips for Displaying Art & Collections in your Home” » Open Plan Living? Questions to Ask before Knocking Down that Wall
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