Hello Home Lover,

Are you contemplating an interiors project in 2025?

As we head into December, I’ve been reflecting on some of the lovely projects I’ve worked on throughout the year. And I couldn’t resist sharing The Old School with you.

There were so many exciting elements involved, my hope is this will offer you plenty of ideas and inspiration to take into your own home.

Breathing life back into an old school building

When I first visited this lovely property in Ladye Bay, I was immediately struck by its gorgeous location, period features and the view from its ceiling-height Victorian bay windows.

But the project was not without challenge.

Whenever you add a modern twist to a period property, it’s vital to create a cohesive style that works to blend old and new. Otherwise you could end up with two separate areas that don’t really connect.

My start point, as always, was an in depth colour consultation with the owners of the home. They told me their preferred style was, ‘pastel colours, pale greys and coastal vibes.’ And while I never want to push a client to do something they’re uncomfortable with, I do see it as my duty to present new colours and ideas they haven’t considered.

Importantly, this wasn’t about my own preferences, or current trends. It was about helping them understand which colours speak to them, and giving them confidence to explore outside their comfort zone.

The good news is, they absolutely LOVE the new scheme. In fact, they say their taste has changed so much during this journey that they feel much more connected to their new style and colour choices than their previous interiors.

The final design was one that celebrated the origins of the building, yet brought quiet luxury through the the use of quality materials sitting in harmony with period features. As well as the design of stunning bespoke elements such as the kitchen, two open plan staircases and a carefully thought-through lighting scheme.

All masterminded to make the most of the beautiful bay views and natural light.



If you’d like to find out more about this transformation, you’ll find the full story here.

My favourite 5…

Tips to obtain this look

Choose an eye-popping paint

By using a striking colour on the chimney breast, we created wow factor, celebrating the fireplace as a focal point rather than leaving it to blend into its surroundings. We chose Little Greene’s, Mischief, a hot pink with violet tones, complementing with a neutral blush pink to create a dramatic backdrop for the pitch black kitchen units.

Get the look:

Make Mischief

Pair marble with antiqued gold

Perfect paired with black and antiqued gold, marble will always look sophisticated and stylish. And it works to pull together those older and newer elements. Be careful not to choose a gold that’s too brassy or brash though. Antiqued gold looks fabulous against black or darker colours without creating too much ‘bling’.

For a similar look:

Marvellous Marble

Add interest with parquet flooring

Yes, it’s a classic for period homes, but it works brilliantly in a more modern setting too. And it’s a wonderful way to add some interest to the flooring, as well as practical for a living space that is in constant use by the entire family. I just love the elegant vibe it adds to a scheme, particularly when there’s a juxtaposition between old and new.

Get the look:

Woodpecker Parquet

Add a show stealing sofa

It’s my long-held belief that no one should ever have to choose style over practicality, it should be perfectly possible to have both. And that often means bespoke. To create this quietly luxurious look, we created a bespoke sofa in deep pink Omega velvet from Linwood. Designed with just one cushion, top and bottom, to create stylish clean lines.

Get the look:

The Beauty of Bespoke



Layer your lighting

A large open plan living space can be challenging when it comes to the lighting. So it’s important to start by exploring what you need from the space. By incorporating different types of wall and floor lights, under counter LEDs, as well as extra feature lights and lamps in key areas, you can create a layering effect that offers different options and, more importantly, different moods.



Get the look at Pooky:

Lighting Made for Layering

On the home front

While we’re on the subject of home projects, how’s this for great timing?

Somehow I thought it was a brilliant idea to rip up the front garden and start from scratch in November, just weeks before Christmas.

I can’t wait to share the finish results with you, but for now, in the spirit of Instagram versus reality, here’s what my garden currently looks like.



It’s not all glamour, you know!

WIN:An exclusive K Interiors Candle

Fancy winning an exclusive K Interiors candle?

Designed with notes of fig and tuberose, I’m so excited to introduce Velvet Dusk, my very own bespoke candle. The perfect antidote to a long day of Christmas shopping in freezing temperatures.

Best enjoyed with a comfy sofa, a cosy blanket and a cuppa.

Keep an eye out on Instagram and Facebook to find out how to enter the giveaway.

If you love the style of the Victorian School renovation above, or anything else you might have seen in my gallery, why not book in a complimentary call to talk about an interiors transformation of your own?

Look out for my next newsletter, in two weeks' time. It’s all about designer gifts and Christmas décor.

See you then,