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An Interior Designer’s Approach to New Build Homes

New builds offer so much potential, but knowing where to start can feel overwhelming. From layouts and storage to colour, lighting and personality, this blog shares how I approach designing new build homes to create spaces that feel practical, cohesive and lived in.

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A Guide to a Realistic Christmas

Christmas doesn’t need to be perfect to be beautiful. This guide shares simple, realistic ways to style your home for a calm, joyful festive season — embracing the mismatched decorations, handmade treasures and warm touches that make family Christmases truly special.

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How to Choose the Perfect Sofa

Your sofa is the heart of your living space — so choosing the right one is worth more than a passing thought. From getting the proportions right to selecting fabrics that suit your lifestyle, this guide shares my insider tips for finding a sofa that looks beautiful, feels comfortable, and truly fits your home.

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Mix & Match Pattern Like a Designer

Ever wondered how designers make mixing patterns look so effortless? In this blog, I share four simple steps to combine plains, stripes, and prints — whether you’re starting fresh or working with what you already have — so your home feels stylish, cohesive, and uniquely yours.

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Why Lighting Can Make or Break Your Room

Lighting is one of the most powerful tools in interior design — it shapes the mood, defines each space, and brings your home to life. Yet it’s often one of the most overlooked elements when decorating.
Download The Interior Designer’s Lighting Toolkit — a free, practical guide packed with home lighting ideas, interior lighting tips, and easy-to-follow advice you can actually use to create the perfect atmosphere in every room.

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Get The Interior Design Look

Want that effortlessly stylish, magazine-worthy look in your own home? In this post, I share my best interior design tips for beginners and home styling ideas you can easily recreate. Plus, download my free guide with 10 simple, step-by-step tips to help you design and style your home like a professional.

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