This month we answer a listener question about home storage and organisation with the help of an author Abi has come to rely on.  And it all comes down to decluttering. For the first time in the podcast's history - we are giving advice which is COMPLETELY FREE and comes before you even talk to the Queen of Construction (or your regular contractor).  IN FACT - Abi says, if you do this - you might not even need to pay a contractor for bespoke storage or joinery.  You may find you have exactly what you needed the whole time and it was your behaviour and mindset which needed to ch ..read more

This month we talk to Looeeze Grossman from The Used Kitchen Company about an industry secret; sourcing and installing used kitchens. We talk practicalities of the process of finding, measuring your new used kitchen, pitfalls to avoid and costs to consider.  While also talking about the savings which can be made, both to your pocket and to the environment. If you would like to know more about The Used Kitchen Company and the various items they have for sale right now, see their Instagram: @TheUsedKitchenCompany, Pinterest @TheUsedKitchenCompany and you can Email: info@tukc.co.uk We als ..read more

This month we talk to Sally from Red Dog Glass Design about a bespoke product which is making waves and giving owners goosebumps.  Bespoke Art Glass. We hear about what it is, how it's used, and when to install it.  And we find out that Abi needs to think more about feelings than function! If you would like to know more about this product then please see Sally's work at Instagram: @reddogglassdesign, their Website: www.reddogglassdesign.com and you can Email: sally@reddogglassdesign.com So if you are a proud homeowner and want to include something highly functional but which expre ..read more

Fixing damage to your beautiful home. This month we talk about a secret of how to repair internal damage to your home.  The scuffs, chips, stains and dents which take the shine off the pride you have for your home refurbishment project. The honest fact is - things get damaged, either during the building process or just in life from living in the house!  Most people - including people who work in construction, don’t realise there are magical specialists such as Foreman snags, who can come in and repair those problems, taking away that thing which makes you miserable each time you se ..read more

This month we talk to one of the world leaders in hand painted wallpaper; which is one of the most in demand 'I wish I could have in my home' items my clients ask for. We cover the process from planning the design, through to making it fit to the architecture of your home and listen to some wonderful and amusing stories along the way.   I know, after listening to this episode, you will be as in love with Gracie Studio as I am! Zach and Mike, & the whole Gracie Studio team are contactable through their website https://www.graciestudio.com/ where you will get a flavour of their ..read more

This month we talk to Design Forecasters and strategic consultancy to the creative industries; Vincent Grégorie, Consumer Trends & Insight Director from Nelly Rodi. Website: https://nellyrodi.com/en/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nellyrodi/ This episode contains essential information for growing design and fit out firms who will benefit from knowledge about the direction of residential and lifestyle trends. Secrets employed by the largest brands are available to growing design and fit out practices and we talk about the reach and application of this intelligence.  Understandi ..read more

This month we talk about the process of developing your home’s style with interior design expert Saphia Sheikh from Urban Retreat Interiors. We talk about Saphia’s interior design service, how to trust yourself and avoid limiting beliefs. She also talks through the most important aspects to consider when engaging an interior designer to extend or renovate your home.  For more information on the retreats to Marrakech being run by Saphia and the team at Urban Retreat Interiors, please see her Instagram page. https://www.abigailhall.design https://saphiasheikh.com/ https://www.instagram ..read more

This month we talk about your professional team with Joseph, Technical Director of AGA Associates, an architectural practice in Central London. We discuss the size and roles of your professional team on a refurbishment or extension project and the power and benefit of having a range of individuals around the table. We talk about how to manage complicated projects and multiple design consultants and how to overcome contractual issues and challenges. For more information https://www.abigailhall.design https://www.aga-associates.com   https://www.instagram.com/aga_assoicates_ If you hav ..read more

This month we talk to an absolute favourite supplier - Chelcie from Orac decor.  You might find their name familiar and that’s because we have before now featured Orac on the podcast with other product ranges (we’ve previously talked about coving).  But this month we are talking wall panels and specifically formed panels which can be installed yourself - without the cost of a professional carpenter or decorator. So good, anyone can use.  Unlike plaster, timber or MDF where real experience is required to get the instillation right, Orac wall panels are designed to be installed w ..read more

This month we talk to a legend in the design industry.  Frank Sawkins from Czech & Speake.  You may not realise that many of the iconic ‘looks’ of bathroom brassware, which is the name used for taps, spouts and shower heads, were originally designed and supplied by Franks company.  An industry leader, design innovator and expert in how to achieve the 5* luxury function and aesthetic in on of the hardest working rooms in your home.  Great Design means something functions as brilliantly well as it is beautiful! Frank shares with us one of the first attempts at creating a ..read more