Article, insights, top tips and information on interior design by Helen McClure At Home by Design

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How to decorate your home with colour

When thinking about interior design most people think of colour. Although only a small element of the design process, colour is one of the more cost effective and impactful ways of freshening up your home.


But how do you put a scheme together? And why do people describe colour in different ways?

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Quick & easy top tips for decluttering your home

Clearing the clutter can be cathartic, peeling back layers until you find the home you love.


But it can also be daunting - it seems to require heaps of time and energy. With these decluttering top tips, you'll have it done in no time, with energy to spare.

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Busting lockdown by building happy, healthy homes

So, lockdown 3.0 (for many of us) has just started. 

The first time round, I settled into getting a lot of home chores ticked off the list, like the rest of the DIY nation. The second time, I rearranged the furniture and crochet a cushion cover. This time, I need to make sure my home doesn't become a prison.
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Interior trends 2021 in the coronavirus age

There aren't many positive elements to a global pandemic. However, if you look really hard you can see a chink of creativity, and none more so than in the interior design sector. 

"Doing things differently" has meant that we are starting to work with our communities, rather than just exist in them. We're taking our environmental obligations more seriously. And we're looking for a colour pick-me-up. 

Photo credit: https://timmarshall.work
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New year, new habits- setting up a home office

We waved a cheery goodbye to 2020, and it's little brother 2021, just annoying popped up. The children are home schooling, your spouse is working from home, and you need your own work space. 

Before you even Google "Interior designers near me", here's a few top tips to get you started.
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Making new traditions:
Top tips and trends for creating a cosy Christmas

The grumbles and the “Bah! Humbug!” exclamations are growing louder - but Christmas has not been cancelled by the coronavirus.

Granted, it maybe shuffling towards us more like curmudgeonly Scrooge, than skipping gayly like Will Ferrell in Elf, but the Christmas Yet to Come can still be as heartwarming as Buddy spreading Christmas cheer to a crowd of cynics -the perfect excuse to spread some sparkle and create a Hugge home.
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Welcome home to the office

Working from home has never been the easiest thing to do, and now it seems to be the new normal. It’s not just about the distractions. Creating an environment to help make sure you don’t become distracted is one thing. Finding the space to do it is another. 

And then there's ergonomics to consider, and storage and finally design. Where do you start?!
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Isolation inspiration - virtual consultations:
Feel at home with your home improvements

This is a strange time for us all. Being stuck indoors isn't easy. However, there is a silver lining - this is a great time to plan.

We'd love to help you feel at home in your home so we're offering virtual consultations over email, Skype, Facetime and phone. 

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Isolation inspiration
Feeling at home at home: Top 3 tips for improving your mental health by changing your interiors

Some people long for the wow factor to impress guests. Some want to feel comfortable and relaxed in their own space. Some want their homes to reflect their personality.

They are lots of reasons why we paint our walls and hang up wallpaper. Here's out tops tips for creating a healthy home. 
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Protecting the past for the future: 
building a new approach to restoration

Through a state of flux some buildings manage to remain largely untouched for decades, thanks to a succession of owners who have felt some emotional connection to the past. 

But should we be preserving our buildings, starting afresh or replicating the past?
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Top tips

Top interior design tips on colours, space and how to create your own successful spaces.
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Three benefits of hiring an interior designer

It’s not surprising that most people don’t consider hiring an interior designer. After all, how can someone else know your tastes better than you? 

On the other hand…
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Three ways to add interest to a room

A space in your home primary has a function. It’s where you cook, where you relax, where you sleep, or it’s simply where you hang your coat. It has a purpose.

The practical nature of the room doesn’t mean it has to be boring. Here are three ways to add interest...
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Three ways to create a focal point in a room

Focal points in a room give the eye somewhere to rest. It also gives a room interest and can act as a conversation starter. 

And after all, if the eye is drawn to your display, it won’t see the mess and detritus of every day life!
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