At Home Interiors

I offer a thorough range of Interior Design and Project Management services, which include:

• Interior Design
• Curtains/ Soft Furnishings
• Colour Consultancy
• Space Planning
• Renovations and Project Management

I can work on single rooms to full house lots in a huge range of different design tastes and styles. Every project I treat as unique but all have the end goal of style, quality and function.

For most services I offer it is important to me to meet with you in person for an initial consultation on site to discuss your dreams for your project and I can talk further about how I can help and what is involved.

Why should we choose you as an Interior Designer?

I love working with people and strive to provide the best service I can to ensure my clients are happy with the end results! Not only am I an Interior Designer but I also offer a full Renovations and Project Management Service; so I have skills in both areas.

I don’t have one particular design style so am open to a variety of tastes depending on what your needs are; allowing for fresh and customised interiors. I have over 10 years experience in the industry so have a wealth of knowledge and experience which has led me to have lots of good contacts with high-quality suppliers and tradespeople; allowing projects to go smoothly. I can also relate to the challenges of renovating as I have first-hand experience of building my own house. Please check out my testimonials page for more details.

How much do you charge?

Due to the nature of my work I am unable to say an exact rate without knowing specific details about your project, as every project is unique in terms of size and the level of work required.

The best way of getting an estimated figure is by getting in touch and arranging a consultation – so I can know the specifics about what you are wanting and ask you questions to help with the accurate creation of a quote. Once this is done then a quote can be created. You may have a particular budget in mind and I can also provide you with options for what this will achieve.

It is important to note that hiring an Interior Designer can save you money down the track as we have the knowledge and contacts to source suitable products and furnishings for specific needs; resulting in a long-term investment for you. In some cases people find that hiring an Interior Designer can increase the market value of their home.

I try and have a consultation and quote completed within two weeks of your first contact with me; therefore there is not much waiting time for you.

Do you offer quotes or consultations and how does this work?

Yes I offer quotes and consultations. Simply contact me about your project and what you are wanting to achieve and then we can try and arrange a consultation. Once this is a done I can provide you with a quote.

It is important to me to meet with you in person for an initial consultation on site (if possible) to discuss your dreams for your project and I can talk further about how I can help; this usually involves bringing along my portfolio of work to help trigger ideas about what you like and it also allows me to see the specifics of what will be involved. It is also important to establish if we click since we will be working closely together so having a good rapport is important.

I try and have a consultation and quote completed within two weeks of your first contact with me; therefore there is not much waiting time for you.

Do you work with a specific architecture and/or building companies?

I work independently of architecture and building companies but can happily work along side them on projects. In most jobs I need to consult with tradespeople and builders on site. I’ve been in the industry 10 years so I know a lot of tradespeople, architects, as well as building companies so it’s great working alongside them on various jobs.

Also, if you need assistance with what building companies/ suppliers/ tradespeople to choose I can give recommendations.

What happens if I have no clue about how I want my Interior to look?

That’s totally ok and I can help assist you in establishing what you do and don’t like. Quite often people have more of an idea than they realise so it’s just a case of using different techniques to help assist you with this. Sometimes it can help to think about key features with your current interior that you like and you may want to extend on a particular style or colour scheme. To begin with I can bring along my portfolio of projects with photographs and examples of Ideas Boards. I’m also on Pinterest so you are welcome to look at some of my Interior Boards there to help initially.

I don’t have a particular design style that I favour so I can happily work with a huge variety of design styles, as my main aim is to ensure the most suitable option is chosen to meet your needs.

What is an Ideas Board?

Every project I work on I can create an Ideas Board. This comes after the acceptance of the quote. These are typically A4 sheets that show the projects colour scheme, suggested products and prices, as well as photographs for inspiration.

The Ideas Boards help allow for no surprises at the end of the project and provides strong direction for your project moving forward. They can be printed or emailed to you. My Ideas Boards can also be kept for years to come – some clients will renovate their house over several years so keep their Ideas Boards on hand for future reference and use them like a “shopping list” so they know what to purchase.

On average an Ideas Board will take about 3 weeks to create but this depends on the scale of the project.

Can you also Project Manage our job and what does this involve?

Yes I can. I offer a full Renovations and Project Management service, this can help take the stress off you so it is worth considering this as an option.

Some people only require me to create an Ideas board for them and then they will do the rest. But the other option involves me also project managing by sourcing products, dealing with tradespeople and supplier for you. This usually involves me making visits to site to check quality, ensure deadlines are in check, and answer any questions you may have or explain things you don’t understand about your building project. Communication is really important to me so I strive to make sure my clients are informed all along the way.

How long will my project take?

This depends on how much work is involved. I pride myself on good time management so I always ensure I try and keep on track once an initial time frame is quoted. Due to my experience I can provide you with a fairly accurate indication of how long your project will take prior to commencing.

Do you work with clients anywhere in New Zealand or the rest of the world?

Yes I offer my Ideas Boards service to anyone, these can be posted or emailed easily. I am based in Wellington but in some cases I may be able to also Project Manage your job elsewhere so please let me know if this is required.

My career started in London after graduating with my Interior Design Degree from Victoria University, Wellington. The exposure in London to design and space architecture provided me with a solid foundation for what I do today. I’ve always had a strong work ethic and this can be seen in the vast array of interiors I have worked on over the past 10 years including some very complex jobs.

I personally love sophisticated textiles, clean lines and using natural and durable materials - where texture and colour interplay to create a design with substance.

I’ve had my work featured in Trends Magazine and regularly attend local design events, as well as keeping up with international trends. As the scale and scope of my projects vary I enjoy this vast array of continued educated knowledge to assist this – which means I am never short of ideas or solutions to any project!

I offer a thorough Renovation and Project Management Service for Residential projects – from single rooms to full house lots.
I believe renovating should be an exciting and enjoyable process so I would love to make this journey as easy and stress-free as possible for you. I can take the pressure off you by managing your project from start to finish, or take it up anywhere in between!

THE PROCESS

My Renovation and Project Management Service is essentially concerned with creating and implementing a successful design concept, dealing with tradespeople and suppliers for you, and making sure every aspect of your project runs smoothly and on track – which includes budget, quality and time frames.

I will provide you with regular updates and support along the way about how your project is progressing. I love problem-solving so can assist you with any project issues that may arise.

All design tastes and styles can be catered to and everything is undertaken in a professional manner, due to my vast experience and knowledge. Whether your project will go for a few months to a few years I’ll be here to help!

My Renovation and Project Management Service includes:

1. Initial meeting at your home or on site to discuss your design dreams, requirements, and budget. I will provide a thorough discussion of how I can help and what you can expect
2. Using your existing plans, I can then accurately calculate the area of the space and/or measure and create plans if need be. I will establish what materials will be needed: tiles/carpet/furniture/home décor products and if there are any structural considerations required
3. I then create an Ideas Board based on your vision – this includes photographs of suggested products, colours, and costs. The Ideas Board helps you see how your finished project could look and provides direction for your project moving forward
4. I then create a quote which includes an estimate of budget and project time frames
5. Upon acceptance of the quote sourcing high-quality products begins as well as Project Management of all tradespeople involved. If needed I can carefully select reliable industry tradespeople to ensure quality service. Along the way, I’m happy to work alongside your architects, building companies, and suppliers where necessary
6. I’ll be on hand through regular meetings/phone/email discussions with you throughout the duration of your project to answer any questions you may have and communicate how your project is progressing. My personalised service works around your busy schedule.

*As every project is unique some of these options may not apply to you but gives you an idea of the full scope of what I can offer.