Stories, Guidance, and Real Project Experience from Cambridge and Beyond
Each article is rooted in hands-on experience — drawn from real homes, real planning, and real hurdles overcome. From poetic reflections to practical how-to guidance, these pieces offer insight into the ideas, decisions, and quiet details behind each space. Whether you're exploring materials, layouts, emotional clarity, or location-specific design, this archive is shaped to be quietly helpful and deeply human.
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Renovating in Cambridge: What to Rethink Before You Begin
A poetic, high-end renovation guide for Cambridge and Cambridgeshire homeowners. Learn what to rethink before you begin — from storage and concept design to emotional clarity and architectural respect.
Modernising Period Homes in Cambridge: What to Keep, What to Change
Thinking of updating your Cambridge period home? Discover how Japandi, Scandinavian, and contemporary design can modernise kitchens, bathrooms, and living spaces — while preserving the character and soul of your home.
Bespoke Interior Designer Cambridge: Beyond Renovation—How Bespoke Joinery Elevates Homes Into Timeless Investments
Wealth preservation begins not in the stock market, but in the materials chosen to shape your home. In Cambridge, bespoke joinery elevates interiors into legacies—curated, sustainable, and timeless investments for discerning clients.
Reconfigure or Renovate? How Smart Space Planning Transforms Cambridge Homes Without Major Construction
Space‑planning study for a Cambridge home on Mawson Road (CB1), improving natural flow and layout without structural changes. Thoughtful, practical interior design for Cambridge and the surrounding villages.
Why Now Is the Smartest Time to Invest in Bespoke Kitchen Design in Cambridge
In a shifting economy, high‑end homeowners are choosing calm, curated spaces that protect long‑term value. This insight explores why bespoke kitchen design in Cambridge—rooted in Japandi craftsmanship and architectural clarity—has become the smartest investment for 2026 and beyond.
Kitchen Renovation in Cambridge — Henslow Mews, CB2
Kitchen–dining renovation in Henslow Mews, Cambridge. IKEA cabinetry, layout refinement, and warm textures create a calm, modern space tailored to daily life
How to Shape a Concept Board
A concept board is the quiet beginning of every project — where atmosphere, texture, and emotion take shape before any design decision is made
Interior Designer’s Guide to Affordable Luxury in Cambridge and Cambridgeshire
Interior designers in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, and St Neots deliver affordable luxury by prioritising durability and professional guidance. True elegance is achieved through skill, not shortcuts.
The Hidden Cost of Poor Space Planning
Poor space planning is the most expensive mistake you’ll never see on a budget sheet. As a local interior designer in Cambridge and Cambridgeshire, I solve hidden costs with clarity, durability, and timeless design — from kitchens and materials to lighting and window treatments.
Commercial Interior Design in Cambridgeshire: Creating a Serene Spa Space
Pinterior.space transformed two treatment rooms into one serene spa environment in Cambridgeshire. From Little Gransden to Cambridge, Cambourne and Bourn, we deliver commercial interior design with creativity, compliance, and seamless coordination—spaces that elevate business and client experience.
Cambridge Interior Design: Bespoke Transformation of a New Build on Water Lane
On Water Lane in Cambridge, a striking new build home was transformed through bespoke interior design. From a custom media unit to a walk-in wardrobe, each space reflects the elegance and lifestyle of Cambridge living
Shelford Refined: A poetic transformation in the heart of South Cambridgeshire
Shelford home refurbishment by Pavlina: full-scope design, structural insight, and award-winning interiors across Cambridge and nearby villages.
Gamlingay Renovation: A Full-Service Transformation by Pinterior.space
Pinterior.space led the full redesign and coordination of a 492 m² Gamlingay home — from demolition to final furnishing, with every detail managed remotely.
How to Create a Calm, Organised Home Without Sacrificing Style
Discover how a Cambridgeshire Interior Designer can help you create a calm, organised home without sacrificing style. From bespoke storage to custom furniture solutions, learn how thoughtful design transforms everyday spaces into serene sanctuaries.
Designing for Rhythm and Reflection: A Family Kitchen in Letchworth Garden City
In this Letchworth Garden City home, we designed a kitchen-living space that balances quiet luxury with everyday function. Crafted for a family of four, the layout preserves natural light and garden views while supporting the rhythm of daily life. With veined marble, ribbed textures, and layered lighting, this space reflects our Cambridgeshire studio’s signature blend of serenity, clarity, and emotional design.
The Designer as Translator: Turning Feeling into Form
Emotional design is not about adding more — it's about revealing what already exists within a space. This philosophy guides our studio’s approach to interiors: listening deeply, designing with quiet confidence, and creating rooms that speak to the soul. Whether through tactile materials, serene palettes, or culturally resonant storytelling, we craft spaces that feel personal, timeless, and profoundly human.
SBID Regional Winner: The Shelford Project and the Art of Emotional Precision
The Shelford Project, recently named SBID 2025 Regional Winner, is a quiet triumph of emotional clarity and creative trust. Designed in close collaboration with a visionary client, this Cambridge home blends Nordic simplicity and Japanese serenity through tactile materials, thoughtful lighting, and a shared commitment to subtle beauty.
Designing Family Homes in Cambridge: A Bespoke Approach to New-Build Interiors
New-build homes in Cambridge offer space and potential—but often lack warmth and character. Discover how bespoke interior design transforms these blank canvases into refined, emotionally resonant family homes. From tactile materials to layered lighting, Pavlina shares her approach to creating high-end interiors that feel truly personal.
Interior Designer in Cambridge: How Project Management Turns Vision Into Reality
Great design doesn't end in the studio. Discover how an interior designer in Cambridge takes creative vision through to execution—navigating on-site challenges, constant decision-making, and the invisible art of project management.
Commercial and Residential Interior Designer, Cambridge.
Commercial vs. Residential Design: Challenges in Planning and Key Differences. Discover the perfect blend of luxury and functionality in commercial design. When it comes to crafting serene spa treatment rooms, businesses in Interior design Cambridge rely on experts like Pinterior.space. Whether you're looking for inspiration or an interior designer near you, this guide explores the challenges and elements of exceptional spa interiors.