Design 101

When you’re looking to move your project forward it can often be difficult to see which option will be best for you, there are many different services on offer. Here at Kia Designs we add value by actively managing the […]

Getting quotes for work can be a bit of a minefield. It’s rather risky to only get one quote for a job, however you can often receive wildly varying quotes and timescales from different companies, for the same job. This […]

    Budgeting for a home renovation can be a stressful and challenging experience. Most people don’t have a huge amount of cash hanging around and chances are your budget won’t stretch to exactly what you want to do. These […]

Your definitive guide to the various industry relevant trade shows held in London every year: Decorex Usually held in Syon Park in September. This is the largest and most comprehensive show for Interior Designers in the UK. It focuses on […]

A interior that is not finished is comparable to looking at the base coat of a painting and expecting to see the finished result without the finished details being added. Unfinished Interior Design is exactly the same. You might want […]

First things first, we want to finish your project. We realise how important your home is and how stressful this process can be so our first priority will and always has been getting things back on track and moving in […]

If you’re looking for a luxury interior design there are many materials you can use to get the look. These are some of our favourites that create a truly luxurious feel. Fixtures and Fittings   Parquet flooring Oak is still […]

Clients hire interior designers to make their spaces both beautiful and functional. The design isn’t always picking paint colours and pretty fabrics; most often it is about creative problem solving and helping clients find real solutions to their needs and […]

We’ve seen this trend slowly rise through blogs, Pinterest boards and magazine coverage. So what exactly is Crittall? A Quick History Crittall windows are not just a modern trend; they are a time-honoured British design that continues to influence contemporary […]

We often get asked about what design features will add value to a home. A sauna is not normally on the list however once you get to a certain size and style of property it is often a must. A home […]

Information can often be difficult to come by especially when you are looking for information regarding financing your home refurb or finance for interior design. It can get even more murky when you want to try and find out how payments […]

Renovating a home is always an expensive business, and it is tempting to throw all your available money at it. We strongly recommend budgeting for somewhere to live during the works when you are looking at how to plan a building budget. […]

How to Have Your Wooden Floor and Walk on it Wooden floors look lovely, are hardwearing and easy to clean. But far from being soundproof they create a large amount of noise. They are often prohibited in flats or apartment […]