Interior Design Richmond

When it comes to decorating your favourite room, your windows probably aren't the first thing on your mind. However, there are so many fun and functional ways to frame windows to make them an aesthetically pleasing part of any room! Emphasize Your Windows With Craftsman Framing Sometimes less is more, and not all windows need elaborate framing to look their best. If you're interested in a minimalist design, sleek and simple craftsman framing can be the perfect finishing touch. Indeed, they draw attention to...

Hiring an interior designer is an efficient step in planning the aesthetic and spatial arrangement of your home or work space. Have you ever watched an interior design program? The work of an interior designer is similar to this! As the customer, you consult with your designer and they will provide you with their ideas and taste with the goal of making your space both aesthetically-pleasing and functional with your needs in mind. What Does an Interior Designer Do? Let's delve into...

In a sense, the process of hiring an interior designer is a lot like dating. Starting from the initial conversations, moving on to hoping that they will "get" your visions, and finally, wishing for a long-lasting relationship. If you've never gone through the process before, don't be nervous! Take your time to ask the potential candidate important questions to get a feel of their background, experience, attitude, and personality. Before hiring your next interior designer, here are some terrific questions you should ask...

Richmond: a centre for fashion and design.  A beautiful town in its own right with boutique shops, restaurants and green spaces, the river and plenty of inspiration. I wanted to write a blog about how Richmond is a mecca for interior shops, as it once was: we had Maison and India Jane for the more classic interior, Dwell for a more sleek, contemporary look and Holloways of Ludlow for quirky lighting and accessories. Unfortunately they have all gone and the only way to...

Another day, another trade show. Lots of interesting and innovative designs on offer and I gathered lots of information but what made me smile and what made me want to stop and chat was Lindsay Taylor's stand, her strapline: Nature Made opulent! It was a beautifully designed and curated stand with a sense of humour! ...

Every Year I eagerly await Decorex to see what is new and exciting in the industry. This year my highlights were: Newton Paisley who produce fabrics and wallpapers designed and hand drawn by Susy Paisley, a conservation biologist.  Each design tells stories of neglected and endangered species and contributes towards the preservation of critical wildlife habitat.  For every metre of fabric sold, 100 square metres of habitat is preserved through the World Land Trust.  And the fabrics are beautiful!  www.newtonpaisley.com Fenella...