Design Insights — 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.

Written with care. Grounded in practice. Designed to support your own journey.

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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

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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.

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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.

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Bauhaus: The School That Shaped Modern Society

Bauhaus was more than a school — it was a revolution. It’s ‘less is more’ philosophy still shapes modern interiors, inspiring every Contemporary Interior Designer in Cambridge today.”

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