There is a new stage creeping into the interior design process that, until very recently, did not exist. You receive your plans, renders and specifications from your designer, spend weeks working through the details, then upload the whole thing to AI and ask, “What would you change?” I know this is happening because clients have done it with my own designs. To be fair, some of the feedback can be perfectly sensible. AI might question a sink position, flag appliance clearances

So, what actually happens when you work with an interior designer? One of the questions I’m often asked is what the design process actually looks like. If you haven’t worked with an interior designer before, it can be hard to know what to expect. When do we start designing? When do we talk about budget? When are materials selected? And how do we get from a Pinterest board full of ideas to a finished home? While every project is slightly different, I follow a pretty clear proc

Sculleries have become almost a default in new builds. They’re often included because they feel high-end, buyers expect them, or there’s simply enough space to squeeze one in. But my take is simple: just because you can have a scullery, doesn’t mean you should. I’ve seen plenty of kitchen designs lately where a scullery has been added at the expense of a better, more functional main kitchen. The result can be less space, poorer flow and a kitchen that feels more closed off th

What makes an award-winning kitchen or bathroom design stand out? Interior designer Melanie Sa’u shares the details, documentation, trust, and build team behind exceptional spaces.

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