Timbertops is a contemporary new build family home in a secluded, leafy plot in the Bristol countryside, designed by an architect in collaboration with Kevin, the new owner.

Mark and Donna found themselves at a pivotal crossroads after living in their 1970s semi-detached home for over 25 years. Should they stay, or seize the opportunity to move on and start fresh?

Cynthia modern 1980s house didn't provide her growing teenagers with space for separate activities and common areas for family get togethers. So plans approved for a new extension!

Nestled in the heart of Somerset, Jemma and her family cherish their contemporary new build farmhouse. However, the kitchen had always felt somewhat off to Jemma since completing it.

Suzy was thrilled to find a 1930s Riverside Cottage in Frome, a delightful riverside setting close to the centre of town complete with its own Ratty and Moley boat dock just outside the front door. 

Looking for a subjectantial project for some time, Richard found this bungalow in Somerset.  Ripe for someone with vision to renovate, contacting me to help visualise,  design and decorate the interior.

Emma and her partner recently moved into their stunning three-story townhouse in Rotherhithe with amazing river views and quick access to Canary Wharf by river boat.

Carolyn and Tom's new family holiday home in the Isle of Wight had plenty of family and friends lined up for holiday visits to take advantage of the relaxed summer coastal vibe!

Nicola's living room is spacious and light with one wall opening onto the garden with folding doors. But Nicola was struggling with the room layout and decor, so time to make decisions about colours and decor that she loves! 

Andrew's spacious Camden flat lacked homeliness. White paint new builds and conversions can be cold and stark. Developers do this so "new owners can put their own stamp on it" easier said than done!

James and Kate were searching for a conventional London Interior Designer,  but instead, were delighted to find my visualisation services to ensure they could "see" their London home before deciding on a design.

Helen contacted me during her extensive renovation, involving knocking through the front room to the existing kitchen which was being extended. She asked me to redesign the kitchen and new open plan area.

Daniela's new build home was an exciting step for the young family of four. Similar to a lot of new build buyers, they loved the newness and clean lines. However after a while the space started to feel cold and clinical to Daniela

Steve and Rachael had been in their current home for years and were continually discussing whether to love it or list it. The next door neighbours had built extensions and they were also considering going this way to add space.

Period houses are subjected to frequent restructures and change over the years and Louise' Victorian terrace had a confusing ground floor layout with two fireplaces, two sitting areas and a dining area in the centre

Start with your personal preferences, lifestyle, and budget before planning your bedroom makeover. Mixing and matching ideas can help you create a bedroom that's aesthetically pleasing but also functional and comfortable.

When creating your living room, don't rush to pick decor. First, consider layout and furniture choices; the key to making the space both functional and stylish. So, focus on your layout before diving into the fun decor!

In the midst of the chaotic process of moving into their characterful 1960s house in Bristol, Katy and Jon found themselves sharing the space with builders, embarking on a dream Jon had nurtured for years.

Creating a modern Victorian home that preserves the charm of the era while incorporating contemporary elements can be a delightful challenge. I was really happy to help out Mark and Theresa for the second time.

Renovating a home while living in it can be a daunting task, but Redford and Laura are tackling it with grace. With Redford's expertise as a builder and their shared vision for their family's space, its on the road to success.

Kylie's 1930s house has undergone an extensive renovation. All the rooms had been knocked through to create open plan family living with a new Victorian style kitchen and I helped to  redesign the remaining areas.

Catherine contacted me shortly after getting the keys to her new 2 bed 1960s flat. This was a full refurb, ripping plaster off walls, plumbing and electrics etc. The flat was spacious and light but desperately needed a makeover.

Kate Wilkins young family recently moved into a new build detached in Chepstow.  Speedily needing to transform it into a practical family home.  Kate asked me to help her to quickly create a cosy, contempory home for her family.

Martha and Paul fell in love at first sight with a 1790 Georgian house and moved from London as a young family. The house was renovated, but ready for the next stage and kindly invited me over to discuss their brief.  

Simon and Caroline recently bought a detached family house in Greenbank, Bristol, which dates back to Victorian times. The new development  includes workspace, retail and community hub.  Something for everyone!

Nathalie and family recently relocated from London to the North East, the motivation was for more space so Sylvain could work from home in IT and Nathalie could home school her children in the newly designed Learning Room.

Oscar finally moved into his new Edwardian terrace in Manchester at the beginning of 2023. Although excited by his new purchase he was daunted at the thought of new decor as he is colour blind so contacted me to help.

The brief was to maximise the space potential and improve the layout by introducing storage and zoning into the bedrooms and living area. Sal loves neutral, natural decor but needed to warm the space up a little.

Eleanor and Simon's recent new return extension in their spacious Victorian home, created a beautiful kitchen, diner, garden room, but the rest of the house needed attention to catch up. That's where I came in!

On making a decision as to where to retire to after returning to the UK after working abroad, Louise and Brian chose Frome. One of the first houses they saw on their house search was this unique Architect design.

Charlotte, a busy professional working and living in Bristol contacted me to help design a contemporary scheme for her new harbour apartment. Starting with  simple living room furniture in a mix of white, black and walnut.

Andreas contacted me to help create a whole house design. There was a time element involved as not only a brand new house but new job at the same time an immediate priority. New house, new job, new puppy!

James and Abby, both WFH, relocating to the coast found a perfect sea view house in Devon on the same day it went on the market, made an offer,  immediately accepted!  Space, light and amazing view but bland and boring decor.

Louise' loft had all the essential elements, beams, height, architecture. But Louise was stumped in trying to modernise and update her interior. She asked me to help with creative designs as the loft had so much potential.

The three-story townhouse design is popular in new build housing for several reasons, including the increased flexibility it offers in terms of room allocation.  Laura and Michal opted for a townhouse as it aligned with WFH.

Do you need help to design your new build? I designed this 2 bed apartment for  the Brabazon scheme in North Bristol. A new urban community for homes, employment, train station, parks, schools.

Marcus, Grace and new baby recently moved into a detached house in a traditional Wiltshire village. The light and spacious house in a wrap around garden, is in need of an update to make it practical for modern family life.

For his second new build Scott wanted the living room to be a casual, comfortable space for relaxing with friends. As usual in a new build the first talking point is where to site the TV wall in the living room.

Jodie is a busy City Trader needing help to furnish and decorate her first starter home, a 2 bed flat in Empress Works, Hackney. This industrial style complex is in a large warehouse with exposed concrete.