The Hidden Cost of Buying Retail: What Homeowners Don't Know About Furniture Pricing
Most homeowners approach furniture buying the same way they approach most purchases: find something they like, check the price, decide whether it is...
Online Interior Design in France: What to Look for and How It Works
France sets the terms for the rest of the world when it comes to design.
Why Curved Furniture Is Replacing the Sharp-Edged Sofa
For the better part of a decade, the sharp-edged sofa was the signifier of a certain kind of taste. Low, linear, uncompromising.
Neo Deco at Home: Bringing Art Deco Back Without the Period Drama
There is a particular kind of glamour that the last decade of interior design made us feel vaguely embarrassed about wanting. The brass fitting.
Interior Design in Berlin: A Homeowner's Guide to Choosing the Right Studio
Berlin is one of Europe's most architecturally rich cities, and one of the most demanding places to navigate as a homeowner looking for serious...
Dark Wood Is Back, and It Looks Nothing Like the 90s
There is a particular kind of confidence required to work with dark wood.
What is the 70/30 rule in interior design?
The proportion principle that separates considered interiors from chaotic ones, and how to use it across colour, texture, pattern, and furniture.
What is the 3-5-7 rule in interior design?
One of the most quietly powerful tools in a designer's repertoire, and the reason your favourite rooms feel effortlessly balanced without quite...
Design & Build vs Independent Interior Designer: What English-Speaking Homeowners in Europe Should Know Before Renovating
Across Europe, particularly in Germany, Spain and the Netherlands, more English-speaking homeowners are renovating, extending and modernising properties.
How Do I Find an English-Speaking Interior Designer in Madrid?
Finding the right interior designer in Madrid can feel overwhelming, especially if Spanish isn’t your first language.
How Do I Find an English-Speaking Interior Designer in Hamburg? A Practical Guide for Expats
If you’re an English-speaking expat living in Hamburg, finding the right interior designer can feel surprisingly difficult.
A Step-by-Step Guide for English-Speaking Expats in Europe
If you’re an expat living in Europe and thinking about redesigning or renovating your home, the process can feel overwhelming, especially if it’s...
From Temporary Flat to True Home: A Winter Refresh Guide for Expats in Europe
Moving to Berlin, Barcelona or Amsterdam is exciting… but the reality of expat housing is often less glamorous: tiled floors, mystery furniture from...
Sustainable Furniture: The Future of Conscious Interior Design in Europe
Across Europe, sustainable living has evolved from a trend into a central design philosophy.
Designing Short-Term Rentals for the European Market (Germany | Spain | Portugal)
In today’s competitive short-term rental (STR) market - especially in hotspots like Germany, Spain and Portugal, simply having a good location is no...
Kids’ Room Design for Primary-Age Children (6 to 12): A European Guide That Balances Fun, Function & Safety
Designing a children’s room that works from Year 1 through Year 6 is all about zoning for sleep, study, play and storage, then future-proofing the...
Buying Good Quality Furniture in Germany: A Guide for Expats
Moving to Germany is an exciting adventure, but furnishing your new home can quickly feel overwhelming.