If you are just starting your own interior design business, one of the common mistakes you might make is undercharging for your work. This usually happens for various reasons: Fear to loose potential client and thus quoting lower rate to win the project. Lack of confidence and impostor syndrome (“I am not good enough, professional enough,…
Trends and fashions change with the times for every household product on the market. This is no different for window treatments, whether they are curtains, blinds, or another new kind of shade. Some designers have been working more closely with their manufacturer on the production side of the process to ensure that the final product…
Stone benchtops not only look classy and unique but it also adds a contemporary feel to your kitchen. Stone benchtops are durable and versatile without any doubts, but they need proper maintenance and care to help them last long. These benchtops are prone to scratches and breakage which can be a bummer in the decor…
A common problem with interior decorations is that what may seem like a good idea at the time may often start to feel like a mistake down the line. In fact, it’s actually quite natural to get bored of seeing the same décor for years and you may need to change things up every once…
If you love entertaining, or you’d like to start receiving guests more often, kitchen accessories will not only make your life easier, but they’ll also generate the appropriate “oooos” and “ahhhhs” from those sat at your table. The great thing about kitchen accessories is that cost varies greatly. So whatever your budget, you’ll still be…
There are some home features that we think of as something for the rich and famous. Who can really afford to have a home cinema? And who has the space for a tennis court? But as it turns out it’s actually easier than ever to have some of the ultimate luxury features put into your…
Home working in the UK has risen by 20% over the last decade to a record 1.5 million people, and the trend is continuing apace. If you’ve decided to say goodbye to the daily commute and work from home instead, either as an employee working remotely or to set up your own business, a proper…
Even getting home at the end of a long day isn’t always enough to help you relax. You can still feel keyed up from everything that happened during the day, and it might be hard to unwind. Creating a relaxing and tranquil place where you can let go of all the stress you’ve been carrying…
Victorian period (1837-1901) is characterized by the revival of many decorative styles – Gothic, Elizabethan, Louis XIV and Rococo. The main event that affected the development of arts and design was the invention of the machine. Middle class due to the industrial progress started to get richer and they wanted to show off their wealth in…
Your home is your most important financial asset. For many people, their home represents the majority of their net worth and anything you can do to improve its value will be a worthwhile exercise. If you have been considering a home renovation to increase the value of your home and make it more attractive to…
When it comes to large purchases around the home, furniture is right near the top of the list. Rather than just picking out any old items, you want to make sure you are completely happy with what you are buying, in terms of style, comfort and price. If you don’t get this right, you will…
Warmth is one of the important factors for a happy, healthy life. It can be difficult in some homes to keep warm when factoring the age and size of the property, but relying on central heating to heat your home can be costly, and wasteful. Use the following tips to make your home warmer and…