How to make sure your renovation doesn’t look like mutton dressed as lamb
Many people planning their renovation begin by gathering pictures from Pinterest and other online resources and from family, friends and neighbours. While this is a great way to get design ideas, it can also be the perfect way to make your home look like mutton...
All the trends interior designers hate, according to an interior designer
When it comes to interior design and renovating, there are a few trends and features that designers can’t stand. If you’re planning to work with a professional on your next project, here are a few things to be mindful of. Design Designers can’t stand it when rooms are...
Four ways an interior designer will save you money in the long run
A common perception is that interior designers are costly and will only give you expensive ideas that they themselves love. This is very rarely the case, and most interior/exterior designers will give you a look and feel you’ll love for your home – within a fixed...
‘Don’t just give it a coat of paint’: How to renovate the facade of your house
Recently, I started working with a client who wanted to revamp the facade of his house. He built the house about 10 years ago but had come to regret some of the decisions he made back then. While there is nothing wrong with the house in its present state, there is...
Good design is good design: Why a beautiful renovation doesn’t have to mean blowing your budget
Contrary to popular belief, a beautiful renovation does not have to cost mountains of money. The reason a renovation looks great is because of how the elements, colours and products are put together – not because the individual components are expensive. A design...
