Country interior design by MJ

Different Rooms require different checklists, although many of the same tasks are applicable, so we are going to dedicate this blog, to a general checklist, with lots of clever tips and hacks.  General Housekeeping before starting any DIY Project, is essential to DIY success.  1, Clear away homeware and smaller items that could be damaged or knocked.  Use storage containers to pack away delicate or valuable items.  2, Cover with sheeting or similar (Old duvets are great for this), any large furniture, Sofas or chairs and bring to the Centre of the room, if possible. This allows you to get from floor to ceiling and use ladders safely, if required.  3, Let's point out the importance of using ladders, steps or platforms safely.  Ensure they are firmly secure before using.  Or ask a friend or family member to spot you, while they are in use. 4, PPE; Personal Protection Equipment.  Sounds extremely PC, however it's their to protect you, so be sure to h...

This week, MJ has been working on a Caravan makeover with a quick turn around.  This was never an interior design project, she forseen, however it has given her the opportunity to become more flexible in her design choices and utilise and upskill in DIY. In today's blog MJ is going to share the top tips from her current project and how it can help you in your next DIY project around the home.  Top Tips  1, Making lists: What is more satisfying than to be able to make a list and ticking off each element.  It spurs you on and helps to recognise progress. The same should apply with any DIY project, with so many choices to be made & tasks to be completed, for your own Wellbeing it's certainly a wise approach to make a list. And how does the song go? 🎼 "I'm making a list, I'm checking it twice ". It's true, lists can be the difference between DIY fail or DIY success and we love the latter.  2, the commonly known 5Ps or more often used 7Ps. Proper Planning/...

Everyone has a special lady in their lives that celebrates Mothering Sunday. MJ, sees it as an opportunity to bring a special something to any occasion.  You may be hosting a Sunday lunch or if the weather is kind to us, a garden party gathering with friends and family. Seasonal and Celebratory designs are there to bring a little bit of perzzaze & sparkle to your homes. Especially if you're already considering a home makeover. How many boxes of chocolates does any Mum need anyway.  It's the experiences we tend to remember & stay with us over gifts, all day long.  You can go big, with a huge balloon displays or something more subtle like a romantic ambience of bouquets of flowers and foliage, with bunting, it's really up to you. How about extra Decadence with an ice or chocolate sculpture to? Now that would certainly make an impact!! Hamilton Ice Sculptors: Bespoke Ice Sculptures UK & Worldwide https://share.google/o2AShrwOEnE6TM2il Charlie's Chocolate Evesha...

So what does Home Safety have to do with Interior designers? Well actually, it has alot to do with the design of your homes and rooms.  Let me give you an example; In my previous Career, as a Head of Service in Social Housing, I was responsible for a number of Sheltered Housing Schemes and Extracare Villages. Many of the residents had different ailments and trips & falls prevention was a huge consideration for us, to support tenancy sustainment and help to keep people in there homes for longer. Dementia and Alzheimer sufferers, also came under my remite and we were always looking at ways to help those residents live positive and happy lives.  The design of there homes and communal areas was something that we had to make a priority, to ensure their Safety.  Great Interior designer will consider functionality, practicality and aesthetics in those types of settings.  It seriously can make a huge difference to people's lives.   We take our Safety in our hom...