by AmandaSmythe | Nov 13, 2018 | Uncategorized
When styling any room, it’s important to first of all take the time to think about what the room is for and how you want it to feel. This might seem obvious for a bedroom, but when styling a bedroom, there can be more than meets the eye. Obviously, a bedroom is... 
by AmandaSmythe | Nov 6, 2018 | Uncategorized
As with any room first we need to decide on the focal point of the room and in any bed room this will always be the bed. Decide on the best position for the bed taking into account all the other pieces that you will need to fit into the room. This isn’t always easy in... 
by AmandaSmythe | Oct 30, 2018 | Uncategorized
Create a Welcoming Entrance A good first impression is critical to win over buyers and your front door is the first thing they will see when they visit your home. Keep the area clean, freshly painted and well landscaped, and paint the door if needed. Update or repair... 
by AmandaSmythe | Oct 22, 2018 | Uncategorized
A lot of my clients come to me having started a decorating project and then finding themselves stuck part way through and not knowing how to proceed. As is often the case with DIY projects, pieces have been purchased individually purely based on emotion. Don’t get me... 
by AmandaSmythe | Oct 15, 2018 | Uncategorized
I recently had clients engage me to decorate their beautiful home. They had lived there for 10 years, had grown their family there, and adored the house and the location. They were both professionals, and had been too busy working and raising their... 
by AmandaSmythe | Oct 9, 2018 | Uncategorized
Decorating your home is a very personal experience, whether you do it yourself or hire a professional. While it’s great to have confidence in your taste and skills, there are a lot of other elements that come into play. Firstly, do you have the time?... by AmandaSmythe | Oct 2, 2018 | Uncategorized
As I always say, when styling any room, it’s important first of all to take the time to think about what the room is for and how you want it to feel. Again, this might seem obvious for a bedroom, but the needs for a guest bedroom are going to be very different... 
by AmandaSmythe | Sep 25, 2018 | Uncategorized
Starting the Decorating Process and Not Getting it Right – The Rise of DIY and the Costly Mistakes it Can Cause. A lot of us watch The Block and look at Instagram and Pinterest for inspiration, particularly if we are interested in renovating or decorating our... 
by AmandaSmythe | Sep 18, 2018 | Uncategorized
A NEW season means a fresh start, so why not begin in the home? What better time than Spring to give your home a revamp? Open the windows, let the warm air in and think about what’s on trend for Spring 2018. Bold Interior Colour Schemes No doubt, white and grey... 
by AmandaSmythe | Sep 11, 2018 | Uncategorized
Downsizing is usually an exciting new chapter for most but can also lead to stress and anxiety for anyone who loves their belongings but isn’t quite sure how to make the transition. Empty nesters or anyone moving from a large home into an apartment all face the...
