If you’re short on space but big on style, sliding doors might be the design feature your home is missing. They don’t just save precious floor area – they can transform how you use and enjoy your rooms. From open-plan living to clever partitions, sliding doors offer flexibility without compromising on looks. Why choose… Read more »
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Hidden Costs in Home Renovations: What Most Homeowners Forget to Budget For
While most homeowners allow for obvious expenses like contractor fees and materials, there are many hidden costs in home renovations that are easy to overlook. These unexpected renovation costs can add thousands to your budget if you are not prepared. Below, we cover the most common areas homeowners forget to budget for. Image above… Read more »
How to Plan a Renovation on a Tight Budget (and Still Use an Architect)
Renovating your home is exciting, but costs can escalate quickly. If you’re working with a limited budget, you might be wondering: can I really afford to hire an architect? The truth is, using an architect (or architectural designer) can actually help you save money by avoiding costly mistakes and ensuring a high quality of design… Read more »
Landscaping companies – do I need a designer or a builder?
“Landscape Gardener” … “Landscape Architect” …”Landscape Designer” … “Garden Designer” … “Landscape Contractor” … there are so many terms for landscaping companies who might help with your garden project, no wonder you’re confused! Can’t I just use a builder? Thinking of calling in Joe who did your neighbour’s loft extension? Although they might be competitively priced… Read more »
Basement extension ideas and inspiration
Basement extension ideas – from Design for Me’s architects and designers Where space comes at a high price – which is certainly the case in many parts of London – a basement extension can be a brilliant way to add habitable living space, and can dramatically increase the value of a property. Alternatively digging down,… Read more »
What is a kit house and is it right for my self-build?
What is a kit house? A kit house is pre-designed and pre-fabricated, usually bought to site flat-packed. Kit houses have become increasingly popular with self-builders, perhaps after the famous ‘Grand Designs’ episode with the German ‘Huf Haus‘. There are now many kit house companies in the UK. What are self build kit houses made of? Most commonly… Read more »
A Guide to Renovating a Rented House
Except with the landlord’s permission, tenants may not make significant changes to the property or install new main fixtures. The lease terms and the landlord’s written consent are required for any modifications in a rental property. You can approach the landlord about upgrades if you have a good relationship with them. Since most property owners… Read more »
A perfect match … to furnish a new build apartment in Marylebone
A perfect match on Design for Me… to furnish a new build apartment Natasha (the client) posted her project to Design for Me, looking for a talented interior designer to furnish her new build apartment in West London. After registering her project with just a few key details, we matched her with the best… Read more »
The First Changes to Make in a New Home (Beyond Just Paint)
If you’ve just bought your first home and are eager to put your mark on it, a lick of paint is a great place to start. But decorating is only a small part of home design – paint and furniture are the finishing touches. To make a new home truly yours, consider changing a room’s core… Read more »
A perfect match … for a hallway and living room re-design
Annie posted her project to Design for Me looking for a talented interior designer to renovate her hallway and front room. After registering her project with just a few key details, we matched her with the best candidates and she received interest from a number of interior designers. Annie’s brief Hallway and front room re-model We have recently… Read more »
