3 Steps to Start Transforming Your Interior Spaces in 2025
Want to transform your spaces in 2025? Here are some ideas to consider:
1. Establish A Brief
Yes, I know it’s not as exciting as jumping on Pinterest, but you need to know which direction you want to direct your search terms.
When styling I always create a brief, getting clear on the end goal. Is the space to be featured in a magazine? For social media content? Or simply to enjoy my own home?
When working with design clients, I always start with a questionnaire to learn more about their needs so I can filter image searches in a meaningful way.
2. Connect With The Heart
When filtering through images to create a design concept, I always want to feel a deep emotional connection. Sure, some images are purely for a reference point on how to get the perfect drape on a tablecloth or how to brief a trade contractor. But when searching for an image that is my “North Star”, I want to feel excited and inspired.
Ask yourself:
Do I love it?
Why do I love it?
Will I still love it in 5 years’ time? (Or what’s most relevant for your project)
3. Stay Connected
It’s easy to get distracted, delay decision-making or chop and change directions when creating any space. This is why it’s so important to have a visual “North Star”.
Try this:
If you’re styling spaces, create a storyboard of what you want each space or shot to look like.
If you’re designing, create a design concept that helps you stay on track.
Interiors Inspiration
Here are some places I’ve been finding interiors inspiration lately:
@pottershousemallorca
Andrew Trotter’s Potter’s House Mallorca (above). This inspired Emma Goodwin with her home, and his projects have been a long-time favourite of mine too.
Another project I came across recently in Mallorca that I love is this summer house Estancia San Jose by Atelier Dupont.
Visit a new restaurant or hotel lobby - I love hotel lobbies. Hotel Gjelina was a great place to stay in Venice Beach recently. You can see some photos of the lobby area here.
Loved the interiors of this LA eatery too. The food was delicious, and I was busy taking photos for an interior project I’m currently working on.
Books are always one of my favourite places to get ideas and inspiration. Here are some of my favourite interior books. You can also do a book swap with a friend or borrow from the library.
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