Terry Henman

It is surprising just how much difference a small change can make. This could not be more true in interior design, as even the most simple of changes often has a massive impact on any room. It does not always require redecorating your walls with some new paint or completely...

Today's interior designers and moving away from have fitted carpets and opting for clean lines and practical flooring alternatives which suit modern lifestyles. Originally the concept of having fitted carpets was used to help keep homes warm and reduce draughts from coming up through floor boards and whilst many homes still...

Creating glorious interiors which reflect grandeur and elegance is becoming an increasingly popular way to enhance both people's homes and their lifestyles. Imitation chandeliers are a great way to add the sparkling finishing touches and whilst genuine crystal chandeliers are very expensive there are some great replicas which look equally as...

English country garden themes continue to be one of the most popular choices of house styles as they are relatively easy to achieve and suit both traditionally styled and modern homes. With the recession still affecting many people across the UK the vintage or 'shabby chic' style of interior design is...

Modern alternatives to four poster style beds are being used by interior designers to bring a return to privacy and seclusion in the bedroom! Bed canopies, princess styles, curtained beds and the use of mosquito styled nettings are being incorporate into many bedroom designs. Opting for a style which compliments you...

Space is a problem for many people who live in today's modern homes. Another problem is having any cash left over at the end of the month to buy expensive items of furniture, such as wardrobes or closets. However, with today's relaxed and informal interior design style it is easy...

Modern interior designs have taken aspects of the past such as four poster beds and used them to create wonderful havens of peace and relaxation in master bedrooms. Having a four poster bed does not mean that you have to have out dated or period style interior. By using the right...

Interior designers focus on bedrooms layouts and décor with opulence and decadence in mind to create rooms which are rich with colour and include a variety of different textures and tactile fabrics to transform plain bedrooms into havens of peace and relaxation. It easy to create your own bedroom with these...

To convert a boring bedroom into an interesting and beautiful place where you can leave your worries behind, the type of bedding you choose needs to be both practical and inviting. In the USA they use comforters to add personal and character to their bedrooms, whereas in the UK people...

Window treatments such as beautiful curtains help in changing the informal mood of your living room to a very desirable relaxed atmosphere. Sweeping curtain open from the centre and allowing them to cascade into pools of fabric are ideal for modern homes. Traditional styles opt for a more formal look...

The designers have taken a long hard look at modern curtain designs to bring style and colour into the 21st century. Modern living requires curtains which are easy to maintain, incorporate the latest in-trend colours and above all look elegant an stylish in different interior room designs. Eye-let curtains have become...

Whilst lots of money if being spent on the walls and floors of homes all around the country the ceiling of a room is often forgotten. To an extent this is understandable- how often do you look up? However if you want your rooms to have a finished, holistic feel,...

The word Inglenook translates literally as "chimney corner". Invented during mid to late fifteenth century, this particular type of fireplace was originally limited in use to the very wealthy and would only have been seen in castles, monasteries and ecclesiastical buildings Their popularisation amongst the rest of society did not...

If you are fortunate to have a beautiful bay window in your lounge finding the right window dressing can be a bit tricky! While the more traditional style curtain tracks still work very well there are some great alternatives to consider. * If you need privacy and lots of it, then...

By using window treatments, such as full length curtains, it should be relatively easy to set a mood of relaxation while maintaining an informal atmosphere within your dining room. When opened with coloured rope or classy beaded tiebacks, full length curtains add a certain sense of grace and style to...

Creating ambient light effects in your home can be achieved very affordably if you follow a few basic interior design concepts. * Natural light can only enter a room in you home if you want it to! Sounds basic however it is a good starting point to achieving the lighting effects...

Finding your own unique interior design style can be tricky! Carry out some interesting researches before jumping in with your paint pot! Look at journals and magazine or online blogs for inspiration! You don't have to replicate what you seen to the letter, simply pick the features you love and...

With summer and warmer weather approaching fast it is a great time to consider abandoning your thick duvet and throws and replacing them with fewer togs and bright and breezy interior designs which are crisp, clean and very summery! Bedrooms can be transformed into real show stoppers by re-vamping the way...

Art Nouveau interior design as a style originated in the end of the 19th century as a reaction to the fast growing industrialisation of society. There was a general fear that the modern breakthroughs would destroy the true art forms. At the same time, Victorian decorating style was fading, as...

The traditional symbol of love is to present a luxury red rose, thorns from the stem removed, and simply tied with a red ribbon to the one you love on Valentine's Day. Although traditionally it has been men who send messages of love and affection via flowers in recent years many...

Whilst lots of money if being spent on the walls and floors of homes all around the country the ceiling of a room is often forgotten. To an extent this is understandable- how often do you look up? However if you want your rooms to have a finished, holistic feel,...

When decorating a teen's bedroom, there is so much more at stake than simply a tasteful finish. Teenagers want their bedrooms to express their individual style and who they are becoming as they mature. The most success teen bedrooms are ones that involved the teens themselves in the majority of...

Lighting is a vital part of any interior design scheme. The type and style of lighting you choose is of course down to personal taste, however lighting needs to be given careful consideration in order to create warmth and sufficient light for the puporse of each room. Kitchens Bright lighting is required...

Buying posters to frame or pin to your wall, is a great way to enhance the look of your home while saving a great deal of money. What's more, posters can literally be picked anywhere and everywhere. You can buy posters of all kinds on the internet, at a nearby...

A kids painting party is a great way for your children to get to know their new schoolmates. The difference between a painting party and any other party is that is has a structure in that there is an obvious set activity. Not only is this much more fun for...

Finding the right furniture to fit your home which emulates your design style can be a hard task to achieve! If you opt for a piece of furniture which can blend effortlessly with all design colours and styles then you can change your décor or even the overall design without having...

It may seem rather intimidating to think about decorating your own home. Lots of people just live with things the way they find are. Others get the help of professionals, since they have no clue what they like or what approach to take! Your home is your personal space. If you...

With summer and warmer weather approaching fast it is a great time to consider abandoning your thick duvet and throws and replacing them with fewer togs and bright and breezy interior designs which are crisp, clean and very summery! Bedrooms can be transformed into real show stoppers by re-vamping the way...

Master bedrooms are typically the largest bedroom in a home which is allocated to the home owner! These rooms are more spacious and airy than the other bedrooms of the house. Special attention is required towards the enhancement of this room as it is generally occupied by couples. So, when it...

Chic interiors are those which suit the dimensions of the room and suit the personality of the person or people living in the space. It is this diversity in people's personalities, likes and dislikes which makes interior design so exciting! Many people strive to emulate the latest design styles and yet...