THE KITEDOWN CREATIVE BLOG

A source of inspiration & information on period properties and how to bring period style to any home.

Power of Pattern Part 3: Layering with Confidence

The Pattern series closes with practical advice and examples on layering types of pattern in a room to bring character and interest.

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Colourful living room with mix of vintage and modern furniture

Old Meets New – How to Blend Vintage and Modern for Timeless Style

Create natural harmony between vintage & modern furniture, textiles & more.

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“Why Can’t I Just Pick One?” The Stress of Too Much Choice

Overwhelming design choices lead to paralysis – but a clear framework can restore clarity and confident decision-making.

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Why Historic Homes Feel So Special – and How to Design for Their Charm

What makes historic homes so beloved – and how to design sensitively for their charm and character.

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Power of Pattern Part 2: Starting Small & Finding your Comfort Level

Successfully introduce pattern into your interior design with guidance from part 2 of this pattern blog series

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Power of Pattern Part 1: The Psychology angle

Discover how neuroscience, biophilic design & memory shape our emotional responses to pattern – and how to use these in interior design.

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The Pattern questions everyone asks

The common questions about using pattern in interior design.

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Grounded Elegance: Designing with Kindness & Humanity

How to design for calm, connection and authenticity – creating homes that feel like an anchor in uncertain times.

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Making Multi-Functional Rooms Work Beautifully

How to design spaces that flex between work, rest and play without compromising on style.

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Confidence with Colour, Part Three: Finding Inspiration

In the final of my Confidence with Colour series, learn how your surroundings can inspire a unique palette.

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Confidence with Colour, Part Two: Theory & Psychology

Part Two of this series explores how colour theory provides a structure for your palette, and psychology makes it personal.

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Small Space Living: Expert Tips for Making a Small Home Feel Bigger

Small space living can feel grand with thoughtful design that transforms every inch into possibility

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Confidence with Colour, Part One: The building

In the first of this 3-part colour series, discover how your home’s orientation, light, and features can gently lead colour choices.

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Why are we fixated on ‘effortless’ interiors?

It’s the social media phrase du jour – but what’s behind effortless interiors?

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Heritage Colour Palettes: How to Get a Period Look in Your Home

Explore heritage colour palettes & how to use them in your home.

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8 Lessons from a home renovation that might save your sanity.

Hard earned practical lessons to survive a home renovation.

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10 Easy Ways to Add Period Charm to a Modern Home

Simple ways to bring period character to modern homes.

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The Eclectic Charm of Victorian Interiors: Opulence, Detail, and Drama

Discover the rich detail behind Victorian interiors.

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An introduction to Victorian architecture

Discover the character of Victorian architecture.

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