Exposed brickwork – inspiration from Design for Me’s architects and designers Exposed brickwork can add warmth, colour and texture into your home. It celebrates the fabric of the building – it might be that an old, existing brick wall is exposed as a reminder of the building’s history. Alternatively it can work really well in… Read more »
Posts By: Emily Barnes
Luxury home design – ideas and inspiration
Luxury home design – ideas and inspiration from Design for Me’s architects and designers We have rounded up some of the finest examples of luxury home design from the architects and interior designers on Design for Me. Click on the images below to see their full profiles and see if they’re interested in working on… Read more »
It’s Time to Talk About 2025 Home Trends
Yes, we can officially say it – it’s time to talk about the 2025 trends. The festive season is over, and whilst you might still feel the effects of it, it’s time to think about everything that will trend in 2025. Read on to find out more. Kitchen Trends We feel like it is quite… Read more »
Steps to building a house
What are the steps to building a house? Many self-builders we have spoken to ask the same question – where do I start? The stages outlined below are there as a guide as the ‘typical’ route. Once you have a good design and management team behind you, they may advise that an alternative path could… Read more »
Scandi home design – ideas and inspiration
Scandi home design – ideas from Design for Me’s architects and designers What is Scandi home design anyway? Hailing from Denmark, Norway and Sweden (Scandinavia), Scandi home design can often be characterised by the following traits: Uncluttered airy spaces Light, bright, yet warm Predominantly light, neutral colours – mainly white with pops of black, tan,… Read more »
A perfect match on Design for Me… for a cottage extension
Craig and Lara (the clients) posted their project to Design for Me, looking for an architect to extend and renovate their 160-year-old cottage in Walthamstow, East London. Craig and Lara’s project description ‘Rear extension on 160-year-old cottage, moving a downstairs bathroom upstairs, creating an open plan kitchen/dining area downstairs, and moving the stairs… Read more »
How To Combine Modern Design With Classic Renovation Features
The challenge of home renovation often lies in striking the perfect balance between contemporary appeal and timeless charm. Many homeowners find themselves drawn to both sleek modern designs and classic architectural elements, unsure how to marry these seemingly opposite styles. The good news? When done thoughtfully, combining modern and traditional features can create spaces that… Read more »
8 Simple Interior Design and Decoration Tips for Your Kitchen
Many people consider their kitchen one of their home’s most important areas. It’s where meals are prepared and where family members gather. Beyond its functional purpose, the kitchen is central in fostering togetherness and creating a sense of home. Since the kitchen is used so frequently, it’s worth making it a space that’s both practical… Read more »
Ex council house renovation – a before and after transformation
The client, Bernadette was looking for an architect for an ex council house renovation – to transform her out-dated, tired council house into a modern, light-filled home. After registering her project on Design for Me, with just a few key details, we matched her with the best candidates and she received interest from a number… Read more »
How much does a prefab extension cost? Pros and cons of prefab and modular house extensions
How much does a prefab extension cost, and the pros and cons of prefab and modular house extensions in relation to a traditional build. What is a prefab extension? Prefabrication and modular construction are both off-site construction methods that involve building components in a controlled factory environment, which are then transported to the construction… Read more »
