Journal
Notes from the studio
- August 2026
How to Modernise a Period Property Without Losing Character
Period properties possess a charm that simply can't be recreated. The challenge is creating an interior that feels suited to modern life without compromising the qualities that made you fall in love with the property in the first place.
- July 2026
Choosing Materials for a Cotswold Home: Creating Interiors That Stand the Test of Time
The materials you choose are one of the most important decisions you'll make when designing or renovating a home. While furniture and accessories can evolve over time, finishes such as flooring, stone, joinery and paint create the foundation of every space.
- June 2026
Restoring a Georgian Home: Balancing Heritage with Modern Living
There's something undeniably special about a Georgian home. From elegant proportions and soaring ceilings to intricate cornicing and sash windows, these properties possess a timeless sense of beauty that is difficult to replicate.
- May 2026
Interior Design Trends in the Cotswolds: What's Timeless and What's Here to Stay
The Cotswolds has long been admired for its honey-coloured stone villages, rolling countryside and beautifully preserved period homes. Rather than chasing the latest fashions, homeowners are increasingly investing in thoughtful, timeless spaces.
- April 2026
How to Mix Antique and Contemporary Furniture for a Home That Feels Collected
The most memorable homes rarely feel as though they were designed all at once. Instead, they tell a story – one that has evolved over time through thoughtful decisions, treasured finds and carefully chosen contemporary pieces.
- March 2026
How to Create a Timeless Home
A timeless home isn't one that feels old-fashioned, nor is it a home that ignores contemporary design. Instead, it's a home that feels considered, layered and deeply personal—one that still feels relevant years after it was completed.
- February 2026
How to Design a Home That Feels Luxurious (Without Following Trends)
Luxury isn't defined by a particular style, colour or price tag. The most beautiful homes rarely demand attention. Instead, they feel calm, balanced and effortlessly considered.
- January 2026
Why Spatial Planning Is the Most Important Part of Interior Design
When people think about interior design, they often imagine beautiful furniture and curated colour palettes. But the real foundation of every beautiful interior is spatial planning.
- December 2025
How to Choose the Right Window Treatments for Your Home
Window treatments are often one of the last decisions made during a renovation, yet they have a remarkable ability to transform a room. Beautifully designed curtains or blinds soften architecture, improve acoustics, frame views and introduce warmth and texture.
- November 2025
How to Choose the Right Lighting for Every Room
A beautifully designed room can feel flat, cold or impractical if the lighting hasn't been carefully planned. Here's how we approach lighting in every home.
- October 2025
10 Mistakes People Make When Renovating Their Home
Renovating your home is one of the biggest investments you'll ever make. Here are ten of the most common renovation mistakes—and how to avoid them.
- September 2025
How to Choose the Right Paint Colour for Every Light
Choosing a paint colour is about far more than finding a shade you love on a colour card. Understanding how light affects colour is one of the simplest ways to create a home that feels calm, balanced and timeless.
- August 2025
How to Choose the Right Size Rug for Every Room
A rug has the power to completely transform a room. A short guide to sizing rugs across the living room, dining room, bedroom and hallway.
- July 2025
Designing a Home in the Cotswolds: Creating Timeless Interiors That Respect Their Surroundings
The Cotswolds is home to some of the most beautiful properties in the country. From honey-coloured stone cottages and Georgian townhouses to converted barns and contemporary country homes, each property has its own character and history.