Renovating your home is exciting, but costs can escalate quickly. If you’re working with a limited budget, you might be wondering: can I really afford to hire an architect? The truth is, using an architect (or architectural designer) can actually help you save money by avoiding costly mistakes and ensuring a high quality of design… Read more »
“Landscape Gardener” … “Landscape Architect” …”Landscape Designer” … “Garden Designer” … “Landscape Contractor” … there are so many terms for landscaping companies who might help with your garden project, no wonder you’re confused! Can’t I just use a builder? Thinking of calling in Joe who did your neighbour’s loft extension? Although they might be competitively priced… Read more »
Basement extension ideas – from Design for Me’s architects and designers Where space comes at a high price – which is certainly the case in many parts of London – a basement extension can be a brilliant way to add habitable living space, and can dramatically increase the value of a property. Alternatively digging down,… Read more »
What is a kit house? A kit house is pre-designed and pre-fabricated, usually bought to site flat-packed. Kit houses have become increasingly popular with self-builders, perhaps after the famous ‘Grand Designs’ episode with the German ‘Huf Haus‘. There are now many kit house companies in the UK. What are self build kit houses made of? Most commonly… Read more »
A perfect match on Design for Me… to furnish a new build apartment Natasha (the client) posted her project to Design for Me, looking for a talented interior designer to furnish her new build apartment in West London. After registering her project with just a few key details, we matched her with the best… Read more »
If you’ve just bought your first home and are eager to put your mark on it, a lick of paint is a great place to start. But decorating is only a small part of home design – paint and furniture are the finishing touches. To make a new home truly yours, consider changing a room’s core… Read more »
Annie posted her project to Design for Me looking for a talented interior designer to renovate her hallway and front room. After registering her project with just a few key details, we matched her with the best candidates and she received interest from a number of interior designers. Annie’s brief Hallway and front room re-model We have recently… Read more »
Interior designers in Brighton and Sussex If you’re planning a renovation or refurbishment, finding the right interior designer or architect is the critical first step. We’ve compiled some of the best interior designers in Brighton and Sussex to give you a starting point, and hopefully provide a little inspiration too. The Sussex area is brimming… Read more »
Decking If you’re wanting to continue your interior area to your garden space, a deck is the perfect way to do this. It’s like adding another room to your house, perfect for hosting BBQs and giving the kids a great place to play. A deck is a fantastic way to define your garden and seating… Read more »
A perfect match on Design for Me… for a warehouse apartment renovation in Wapping, East London Jonny (the client) posted his project to Design for Me, looking for a talented architect. After registering his project with just a few key details, we matched him with the best candidates and he received interest from a number… Read more »
