How to design the kitchen you’ve always dreamed of
The kitchen is so often the heart of the home; it’s where all the best parties take place and where so many family memories are made!
There is endless inspiration to be found if you are embarking on a new kitchen design, and there is also a lot to think about. I’m going to explore some of the key factors in creating the perfect kitchen.
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Sharing our expertise: Top tips for home styling and soft furnishing
In this second blog about working with Deborah Philbrow and the seamstress at The Hursley Workroom, I explain the thought process and considerations we make when designing your soft furnishings and share some top tips with you.
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How does an Interior Designer source beautifully made, bespoke soft furnishings?
The design and production of high-quality soft furnishings is a big part of the service I deliver and has been since Hiltingbury Interiors was born five years ago. I have worked alongside Deborah Philbrow and her team at Hursley Workroom for many years to do this for my clients, and I thought it was time for a proper introduction!
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The benefits of using an Interior Designer.
As we approach a year of living in a pandemic, I’ve been thinking about how businesses have changed, and how many of us have had to make changes to adapt to our circumstances. Of course, there are restrictions on how much I can interact with people and visiting homes can’t be done as easily anymore, but there is a big desire for people to get on with their projects and home improvements, and I’m delighted to say that interior design is thriving.
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A new lease of life for Westlands family farm shop
I have had the enormous pleasure of working on the rebrand and redesign of Westlands Farm Shop, in Pricketts Hill near Wickham. The project included a complete refit of the existing shop, new product lines and a big focus on sustainability, reducing packaging and creating dedicated areas for refilling cleaning products, milk, pasta and grains.
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How to make an entrance…in your own home!
In this second part of my blog series on the importance of making an entrance, I’m delighted to have worked again with Verity Lovelock of BBD Architects. During a long chat we discovered a mutual love for the entrance to a property, and all the potential of what is often a smaller space in the home.
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The importance of making an entrance
Just before lockdown I had the pleasure of an interview (or just a lovely chat really!) with Verity Lovelock of BBD Architects, based in Romsey. We met for a coffee and started discussing the importance of the entrance in to a home, and we couldn’t stop! We share a strong interest in this area of the house and between us we had endless ideas. It’s such a key part of any property but one that can so often get overlooked, so we decided that since we had so much to talk about, it was only right to share it all with you.
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The importance of a personal touch to your interior design
With so many of us spending more time at home in the last couple of months it’s inevitable that we are thinking about home improvements, and I’ve been using lots of video calls so I can continue to give people advice and guidance for achieving their vision while remaining at a distance. What better way to enjoy lockdown than creating the space you’ve always dreamed of?
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How to feel more connected to nature in your home.
Thankfully Spring has now sprung and the sun seems to be making a regular appearance. This will no doubt help us feel brighter and more optimistic as we cope with the current situation. We are now finally able to get outside in the brighter weather, start enjoying the garden and local little havens of nature, albeit socially distanced from others, and this year we will appreciate this in a way we have never experienced before.
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Decorating your home for Christmas
Bringing family and friends into your home is one of the great joys of Christmas time, and a perfect opportunity to show off your festive décor too. Whether you’ve got a large spacious home or a cosy flat, whether you prefer tinsel or something more tasteful, there are plenty of options for everyone.
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Making time for change in your home
We can all agree that Autumn is well and truly settled in, and with the clocks changing, rainy days and darker evenings, we will start to spend more time indoors. The shift in seasons brings a perfect opportunity to take a look around your home and make time for changes.
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Practical advice for transforming your home and your life
In the second instalment of our interview with professional home organiser Maria Saxby, we are exploring more about how she helps clients to create more inviting, functional and peaceful homes, and sharing some great ideas for getting organised that you can start using today.
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How can a happier home improve our overall wellbeing?
Our mental health and wellbeing are affected by many different aspects of life, including our homes. This blog post is the first instalment of an insightful interview with professional organiser Maria Saxby, who explains the emotional attachments we develop within our homes and how we can create a sense of calm and contentment.
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Can home design really make you happier?
A happy home equals a happy life and interior design has a major role influencing how a home feels. Becci Oldman explains how to use design and bring joy and contentment into your home.
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Re-branding my Interior Design business
My business has grown from strength to strength and I love being my own boss. However as the business develops it is out growing my original branding.
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Matching your Christmas decorations to your home decor.
Christmas is now fast approaching and it won't be long until we're trying to find time to make our homes even more cosy and inviting.
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The story behind Hiltingbury Interiors
I’m Becci Oldman and Hiltingbury Interiors represents a huge step towards sharing my love for interior design. Here’s my story.
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