Why Renovations & New Builds Don’t Fail Because of Bad Taste – They Fail Because of Sequence Most renovations and new builds don’t go sideways because of bad taste. They go sideways because of sequence. I’ve worked on enough new and renovated homes and fit-outs to see the pattern repeat itself – beautiful finishes chosen […]
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Renovating your home is one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make, not just financially, but emotionally. While architects and builders bring structure and construction expertise, there’s one role that often gets overlooked in the planning stages: the interior designer. At JMJ Interiors, we’re seeing more clients in Darwin engage us early, before a single
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Over the course of a 25-year journey, I’ve had the privilege of working with clients from diverse corners of the world, forging an intimate understanding of colour psychology and the delicate art of harmonising colours in a multitude of environments. Whether it’s a cosy haven within a home or the dynamic setting of an office, I’ve honed my skills to breathe life into spaces through colour.
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We can all agree that renovating is a tricky business, which is one reason that it is best left to the experts. The number one thing we see our clients forget to include when we first discuss project budget is the allocation for the finishing touches – you know the decoration style and accessories that are usually uppermost in your mind when you start to think about renovating… the furniture, the window coverings the artwork, and of course the décor pieces that show the world your style. What is interesting is that this oversight is common for both seasoned renovators and eager homeowners alike, no one is immune!
Good interior design truly is a science! It goes beyond mere aesthetics and staying current with trends. Interior design has a profound influence on our thoughts, emotions, behaviours, and even our well-being and health.
Here in the Northern Territory, we love to keep our homes and interiors fresh and up-to-date with interior trends, but at the same time because we don’t have the huge fluctuation between hot and cold weather that the southern states of Australia know so well, we can find ourselves with same-same décor all year round.
We can bring interest and variety to our homes throughout the northern Australia tropical seasons by incorporating seasonal trends and elements into our décor. Even if we don’t get the winters that the southern states do, we can change up our soft furnishings to change the energy and mood of the space.
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There are absolutely no good or bad questions to ask your interior designer! I know you will have many questions before we start your unique project, just as you will as we work towards completion. However, there are some questions that I am frequently asked which I thought it might be helpful to address in one hit here today!
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There’s no escaping it: bathroom renovations are pricey. But, at the same time it is always going to be money well-spent if you do it the right way. So, can you do a bathroom renovation that looks amazing, creates a bathroom most people can only dream about, and increases the overall value of your home all without busting the bank? Yes, you can and I’m going to share the secrets with you!
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Renovating your home can be a daunting and massive undertaking that many people may simply say “too hard, I’ll just buy a new house”! I can tell you from an interior designer’s perspective that when you know what you need to do and the right people to help you achieve this, renovating your home is not difficult … plus you get exactly what you want and need.
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I am passionate about the use of lighting to enhance our wellbeing and creating architectural interest through the play of light and shadow. Clever lighting design is one of the most important aspects to creating a jaw-dropping design, and something that many designers will outsource… Not me, I love the challenge!
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