Design Debrief: Stonebridge Fields For David Wilson Homes
The Holden and The Avondale showhomes are both impressive four-bedroom properties by David Wilson Homes. Our client account manager, Megan Doherty shares some of the secrets behind the designs, and how they are deliberately distinctive…
Design Debrief: Elmhurst Chase For Miller Homes
The Baywood showhome is a spacious, four-bedroom family home by Miller Homes. Our managing director, Andy Richardson, shares some of the secrets behind the design…
Multifunctional Living: Reclaiming Our Homes
The recent Resi Happy Homes 2023 report revealed a seismic shift in how homeowners view their homes, returning to pre-pandemic priorities surrounding wellbeing, happiness and connectivity. Gone is the scramble to add value with extensions, remodels or standalone structures, and in their place, a renewed focus on multipurpose spaces that are both cheaper to run […]
Student Design Competition
Student Show Home Design Competition Strengthens College Partnership To continue championing the next generation of interior design talent, we have once again partnered with Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) to offer students the chance to design their own show homes. For the past three years, our managing director, Andy Richardson has briefed Level 3 […]
Best Show Home Finalists!
Our show home design for a first-time buyer home in Peterborough is a finalist in the 2023 First Time Buyer Readers awards. The Cypress is a three-bedroom property at Vistry East Midlands’ Hampton Water development that we designed specifically to appeal to first-time buyers. Earlier this week it was announced as one of six finalists […]
City Living: A Lifestyle in Demand
Since the start of 2023, apartment living has been enjoying a resurgence. Property experts at Zoopla and Rightmove indicate a reversal of the pandemic trend to move to rural and coastal locations, with apartments generating the most sales. Our director, Steve Hird, discusses why this lifestyle is back in vogue… “The beginning of the year […]
An Authentic Style Revival
Undoubtedly one of the most important marketing tools in the house buying process, a showhome should inspire and delight house hunters. But an increasing part of the brief is to provide comfort and familiarity. Steve Hird, our director, explains… “While a showhome should always have the wow factor, and leave a memorable imprint on a […]
The Decline of the Dining Room
Recent Rightmove findings indicate the dining room has been steadily declining in popularity over the past decade, with mentions in property adverts in the last year decreasing by 28%. While many of us may use this room for Christmas celebrations, this is likely to be the only time of the year it serves its original […]
Design for Wellbeing
There’s much research on wellbeing interior design, from connecting with nature to colour psychology, how we interact and feel within a space affects our mood. So when it comes to new homes, how can showhomes be styled to have a positive impact? Steve Hird, our director shares his thoughts… “As the dark days of winter […]
Interior Design Trends 2023
When it comes to first impressions, a show home or complex should have instant impact and leave a memorable imprint on potential homeowners. So what trends can we expect to see in 2023? Our director, Steve Hird offers some insight… A retro revival and embracing self-expression… In terms of overall style, there’s a few to […]