The Home Renovation

& Interior Design Blog from Fresh Start Living

Advice, tips and project stories covering all elements of home renovation, DIY projects and interior design.

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The Old Forge York – The Master Bedroom Suite

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

The Old Forge York – A Holiday Let with a Difference

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

How To Convert A Garage Into An Accessible 2-Bed Cottage?

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

How to incorporate a granny annex into a family home

If you want to incorporate a granny annexe into your home, read how we designed this for a family, alongside creating a home office and util

How to create an Open Plan Kitchen and Living Space

Read how we helped create a modern family open plan kitchen living room interior design with an industrial mood and strong colours

How to choose the right lighting for your home

Choosing the right lighting for your home is a crucial to gaining the perfect interior design. With so many to choose from, here are our top