Everyone has their own style when it comes to fashion, cars, pets, anything really. Interior design is no different. For some, the simple way of living is what is suited and enjoyed. For example, toned back colours, minimal possessions and furniture. Minimal living can look really good when done well. If done badly, a room can look bare, unfinished, and a little lacking in personality. Here are some hints and tips to think about if going for the minimal look. Done a lot in Scandinavian countries, minimal living known as ‘lagom’, which means the right amount, or less is more, is about valuing what you have. Whether that is relating to a work life balance, or helping the environment, or qu
When walking down the residential streets of Fulham, you will come across multiple basement conversions in their construction stage or finished. Basements are a great way to add square footage to your property and therefore increase your property’s value. This article will introduce you to the pricing of a basement conversion and some design tips to think about when you are in the planning stages. Photo: nu:projects Prices for basement work is different all over the country, but this article will focus on the price in the capital. Photo: nu:projects In general, you are looking at £3000 to £4500 per metre squared, depending on internal finishes. In addition you need to think about VAT at
Photo:Cole and Son Interior design being my passion, my favourite space to renovate and decorate is, the downstairs loo. This may seem bizarre but I will tell you why. In most terraced London properties, there is a downstairs loo situated in the middle of the property to the back between the kitchen and living room. It is normally very small in size, holding just a basin and toilet, and there for convenience and guest usage. When a client wants their project to involve the decorating of the downstairs loo, I feel full creativity can flourish. Due to its size, and its function as a room only stayed in for a short while, one can go as colourful, patterned and wacky as they would like. Phot
Photo: Magnolia Homes Thought: you want a new kitchen. Your cabinetry is old, the paint marked, and worktops stained. While you may just be thinking of replacing the cabinetry, have you thought about creating a new layout that would work better for you and your space? There are many different kitchen layouts with benefits and disadvantages, but it all comes down to the size and shape of your kitchen room. Below, are practical, fun and very cool examples that you should consider. Photo: Herringbone Kitchens Photo: House Beautiful The Galley Kitchen Name derived from traditional ship kitchenettes, the shape of this kitchen is perfect for long narrow spaces. If your house has not been exten
