Our Approach.
Working with you every step of the way to create elegant and practical interiors for how you live
LET’S WORK TOGETHER
Our ethos
We know that having a home redesigned or renovated can be an upheaval, so we want to make the process as smooth as possible – and we want you to enjoy it.
We apply the same meticulous and practical approach to project coordination as we do to our design. We’ll listen, explain everything clearly, and always be on hand to support you. By laying everything out in clear steps, we can avoid any surprises with costs and timings, and you’ll always know what to expect.
These are the steps we’ll take as we move through your project from our first conversation to giving you back your home:
Our process
01 // The brief
Discovering your hopes and aspirations for the project
This is where we take to get to know you and how you live. We’ll ask you many questions about how you use the space now and what is or isn’t working. You can tell us what you want to achieve and your hopes and desires.
By spending time with you, listening, and getting to know your tastes and aspirations, we’ll ensure that what we design perfectly suits you and your family.
We’ll also discuss the timescale and budget to ensure we’re all on the same page. We’ll then send you a detailed proposal summarising the scope of work and our design fee.
02 // CONCEPT DESIGN
Putting together the core design ideas
After an initial site survey, we’ll present you with the concept design. This includes initial drawings done in CAD (computer-aided design) showing the different elevations (front, back or side views) for the proposed layout, along with any changes to the design and structure.
We can also create 3D views using CGI (computer-generated images) to show you how the design is taking shape. We’ll also sit with you and review mood boards showing you our ideas for fabrics and finishes, lighting, joinery, furniture, fixtures, and equipment. We love collaborating closely with you, so we’ll ask you to give us as much feedback as possible.
Images courtesy of Katherine Dauncey
03 // detailed design
Presenting the full design package
Once you've approved the concept design, we move on to the detailed design stage. We’ll present you with the final design for each room, along with sample boards describing your chosen furniture, fixtures, and equipment.
We’ll then hand the project package to the contractor to begin work. This will include all drawings and specifications for furniture, joinery, lighting, fabrics, wall coverings, equipment, artwork, and accessories.
This includes a cost breakdown for each item that aligns with the initial budget you set with us.
04 // DELIVERY
Coordinating your project from design to handover
Once we’ve agreed on a work programme and taken all the steps to prepare your site, the contractors can begin work. We’ll visit regularly to ensure everything is going according to plan, iron out any difficulties that might arise, coordinate all suppliers and subcontractors, and provide you with regular updates to support you through the build or renovation.
We treat every aspect of your project with equal care and precision, ensuring that the home we return to you improves your quality of life and makes you proud to live there.
Are you an architect or developer?
With our technical understanding and attention to detail, we’re the ideal partners for show home interiors or the interior design of small developments sold ‘as seen’. We can go through your drawings with you, advise on interior spaces, and collaborate on the best overall result, so your homes look and feel beautifully finished for your clients.