When I first meet clients who are renovating a period home, there is a very familiar look in their eyes…. excitement, but also something else, a kind of underlying overwhelm that has started to creep in. It usually begins the same way. They’ve bought a beautiful Victorian, Edwardian or Georgian home, full of character and original features. They have ideas, inspiration saved everywhere and a real desire to do the right thing for the house. And yet, instead of feeling inspired, they feel...

A client came to me the other week asking a question I hear all the time. “How much is it actually going to cost to renovate my Georgian townhouse in Bath?” It is such a good question, but also one that rarely has a simple answer. When you are working with a period property, especially in heritage-rich areas like Bath or Bristol, the truth is that the cost to renovate a period home is shaped by so many moving parts. It is never just about square metres or finishes, but about the building...

Renovating a listed home in Bath is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. Period properties are full of charm, history, and architectural detail, and making the right choices requires experience and foresight. As a period property interior designer based in Bath specialising in blending modern design into heritage homes, I guide clients through these complex projects, helping them navigate restrictions, preserve original features, and create spaces that are both functional and...