Design Consultation
Everyone deserves to live in a home that brings them joy…
Not just a beautifully decorated space, but one that's designed to be lived in with ease. Too often we get stuck, feeling overwhelmed by choice, afraid of getting it wrong, or living in a home that just doesn't work for our daily life.
Your space should be an authentic reflection of you - it should tell your story, celebrate your unique style, and comfortably support how you live. Designing a beautiful home shouldn’t feel intimidating or stressful. Together, we can unlock your home’s full potential to create an inspiring, functional sanctuary that supports your wellbeing and brings you genuine joy every single day. It all starts with asking the right questions…
Good design begins with a feeling…
Once you know how you want to feel in your home, everything else starts to make sense. With my guidance you’ll become clear and focused on what really matters to you, identifying precisely what needs to be done to transform your space and how you live in it. My approach is always client-focused and collaborative giving you the confidence, clarity and support to develop your own distinctive style.
Homes are meant to be lived in…
I design real homes for real people; my advice will always be practical as well as inspirational - and never led by fleeting trends.
A creative approach to design…
With a background in styling and making, I’m happy to work with you to incorporate existing fixtures and furnishings, always favouring creativity over unnecessary consumption. I love using colour, pattern and natural textures to bring life and depth to spaces, using vintage furniture, art, and one-off finds to introduce elements of originality and fun, to create a look that is layered, authentic and distinctively yours.
You don't need a big budget…
or a huge project, to work with me. I'm here for those of you who want to manage your own project but want an expert beside you, gently guiding your choices — giving you the clarity and confidence to get it right.
“Your home should represent you at your best, support you at your worst, and tell your story like no other”.
HOW I CAN HELP
There are all sorts of reasons people choose to work with a designer. This is for you if:
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You're overwhelmed — too many ideas, and you need help making sense of them
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You feel stuck — you’re not confident of your style, or your project has stalled and needs fresh momentum
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You need to finalise details — you've booked a decorator and want help nailing the exact paint colours
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You need sourcing advice — what to buy, where to find it, or how to get the best result on a limited budget
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You want to be braver — bolder with colour, more confident with fabrics - but you’re worried about getting it wrong
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Your life has changed — and your home needs to catch up with it!
5 STEP PROCESS...
STEP TWO
Book a Consultation
INVESTMENT:
£225
Choose a date and time for your 90-minute in-person consultation and your journey is underway.
STEP THREE
The Questionnaire
Once booked, you'll receive a tailored questionnaire to complete, and a request for a few photos, a quick video of your space and some basic measurements. The more detail you give me, the more we'll get out of our time together.
STEP FOUR
The Consultation
90 focused minutes in your home, working through the areas that matter most to you and mapping out real solutions — imaginatively working around anything that has to stay.
STEP FIVE
The Follow-up
Within 5 working days, you'll receive a full set of design notes by email: a summary of everything we discussed, tailored recommendations on colour, furniture and layout to fit your budget, clear next steps, and trusted trade contacts where you need them.
A FEW QUESTIONS
What should I expect?
A collaborative, focused, inspiring 90 minutes solving your room's specific puzzles. I bring the expertise and creative solutions — you bring the space. Feel free to take your own notes as we go.
What do I need to prepare?
Just complete the questionnaire, take some basic measurements, and send a few photos or a quick video of the room beforehand.
Can I ask questions afterwards?
Yes — your follow-up notes will cover everything, but you're welcome to send up to 3 brief questions by email or WhatsApp within 4 weeks of our consultation to keep your momentum going.
Add-on Services
Take it further
Sometimes a consultation is all you need - sometimes it's just the beginning. These stand-alone services are available exclusively to clients who've completed a 90-minute consultation but want a bit more support on their design journey. Dip into whichever suit your project and budget, as and when you need them.
Mood Board
Your written notes give you the plan; a mood board gives you the feeling. It turns your ideas into one cohesive visual map — showing how the colours, textures and key pieces suggested in your consultation sit together — so you can shop with total confidence and avoid costly mistakes.
Investment Guide: £150 - £200 (dependent on size of room)
Custom Floor Plan & Furniture Layout
No more guessing whether that sofa will fit. This shows you the optimum arrangement for your space, maximising your square footage and making sure every piece you order fits and flows properly.
Investment Guide: £150 - £200 (dependent on size of room)
Follow up design support
A designer in your back pocket as your project unfolds. Whether it's a quick 30-minute call to settle on a paint colour or a longer on-site session reviewing your final choices, it's your ongoing safety net for total peace of mind.
Investment: £60/hour
Shopping List with Clickable Links
I'll curate a personalised list of the exact items, fixtures and finishes for your space, each with a direct link — so you can shop it yourself, at your own pace, with zero guesswork.
Investment Guide: £150–£250 (dependent on number of items)
Bespoke Sourcing Support
Sourcing distinctive vintage and one-off pieces is my specialty. I'll dip into my network of dealers, trade contacts and hidden auctions to track down something you won't see anywhere else.
Guide price: POA, or 15–20% sourcing commission
Guided Shopping Trips
A fun day out, designer in tow — whether we're testing sofas in showrooms or hunting for
vintage finds at a flea market . I'll help you sharpen your eye, build your bargaining skills, and find the pieces that make your home unmistakably yours.
Guide price: from £180/ half-day, plus travel - location dependent
More kind words...
"Over the last year or so Lou has worked with me on what could have been a large and daunting project. Lou listened and took on board what I was trying to achieve. She used her experience, artistic flair and creative ideas making the whole process so exciting and hugely enjoyable. I am delighted with the result!
Lou is inspiring, professional and reliable as well as being such a lovely person. Thank you Lou "
Caroline L, Kendleshire, Sept 2026