Interior Design Blog Specialising in Period Homes

Clever Storage Solutions for Period Homes
Jessica-Ruth Smith Jessica-Ruth Smith

Clever Storage Solutions for Period Homes

Imagine a space that seamlessly combines functionality with elegance, where every nook and corner serves a purpose and adds to the overall charm of the room.

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Edwardian Era Architecture and Interior Design Inspiration
Jessica-Ruth Smith Jessica-Ruth Smith

Edwardian Era Architecture and Interior Design Inspiration

Congratulations, you either own or are thinking of buying an Edwardian home, what a great investment! The Edwardian period was very short in comparison to the Victorian period spanning from 1901-1910 (1914) in some history books.

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Victorian Home, House & Terrace Renovation Ideas
Jessica-Ruth Smith Jessica-Ruth Smith

Victorian Home, House & Terrace Renovation Ideas

Discover inspiring Victorian home renovation ideas to transform your period property renovation with timeless elegance. From architectural details to modern updates, explore tips to maintain historical charm while adding contemporary comfort.

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Interior Design for Period Homes
Jessica-Ruth Smith Jessica-Ruth Smith

Interior Design for Period Homes

Congratulations, you are the proud owner of a fantastic period property, whether that be Victorian, Edwardian, Art and Crafts, but chances are if you’re reading this blog you potentially have some renovating to do…

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Decorating Rooms with Picture Rails
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Decorating Rooms with Picture Rails

If you have a period property chances are that you have some architectural features as well as some decisions to make on how to decorate.

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What is space planning and why do you need it?
Jessica-Ruth Smith Jessica-Ruth Smith

What is space planning and why do you need it?

Space planning is basically the process of determining the purpose, functional requirements and layouts of specific areas of the home and it is a vital part of the Interior Design process.

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5 Essential Tips When Designing a Period Home
Jessica-Ruth Smith Jessica-Ruth Smith

5 Essential Tips When Designing a Period Home

When it comes to interior design for period homes, preserving the charm and character of the era while infusing modern functionality is key.

Here are five essential tips to help you navigate the unique challenges and opportunities of designing within a historical home.

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How to plan a whole of home colour palette 
Jessica-Ruth Smith Jessica-Ruth Smith

How to plan a whole of home colour palette 

One of the mistakes I see across homes of my clients is that people look at each room of the home in isolation, rooms are painted in a variety of different colours without a plan in place for the home.

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