The Home Renovation

& Interior Design Blog from Fresh Start Living

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Here are some hints and tips for what to do before working with an interior designer to make sure that you get the most out of the process.

Many people think they need an architect to add an extension this is not the case. In this project we as interior designers designed extra s

In our 2nd blog about the Old Forge, we talk through our design for the second bedroom and bathroom, giving it the glamorous and feminine fe

Read how we helped implement the designs for turning an old barn into a stunning two-bed holiday let, and the end result.

Get affordable award winning interior design help remotely, without us visiting your home. From a room revamp to extension and space layout

If you have a lovely renovated hallway, how do you keep it looking nice when there are coats and shoes to store? Here is how to solve such a

What external doors should you add to your extension? French, Bi-fold or sliding doors? We explain the benefits of each to help you make th

Find out how we helped convert a double garage into a 2-bed home. The design options, final layout, accessibility considerations and end re

Interior design has become more like fashion with people trying to keep up with trends. Here is how you can think more sustainably about hom

Getting the right heating is an important part of home design. We answer some interior design dilemma questions from customers of Best Heat

Have you been watching Interior Design Masters, the BBC2 series? As interior designers ourselves, here is what we enjoyed and learnt from t

How we created a Japanese influenced interior design for a large living room, to make it a bright, light and cosy space.