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Tackling Common Interior Design Challenges and Embracing Industry Trends in 2025

Interior design is a creative and exciting process, but it’s not without its challenges. Whether you're redesigning a single room or an entire home, obstacles often arise that can make it feel like you’re in over your head. Thankfully, at Misty Looby Studio, we understand these challenges and embrace emerging trends to help streamline your design process, which results in beautiful and functional spaces.

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Creating a luxurious bathroom retreat

Creating a Luxurious Bathroom Retreat with Misty Looby Studio

Your bathroom should be more than just a functional space—it should be an oasis of relaxation and luxury. At Misty Looby Studio, we specialize in transforming bathrooms into beautiful, serene retreats that elevate your daily routine. Here’s how you can turn your bathroom into a luxurious sanctuary.

1. Focus on High-Quality Materials

When designing a luxurious bathroom, the materials you choose matter. Opt for elegant finishes like marble, quartz, and natural stone. These materials not only add visual appeal but also create a timeless, sophisticated atmosphere.

2. Incorporate Spa-Like Features

A spa-inspired bathroom is all about relaxation. Consider adding a freestanding soaking tub or a rainfall shower for that hotel-quality feel. Heated floors, towel warmers, and mood lighting can also enhance the comfort and tranquility of your space.

3. Personalized Design Elements

At Misty Looby Studio, we believe in designing bathrooms that reflect your personal style. Whether you prefer sleek modern lines or classic vintage charm, we work with you to create a space that suits your needs and taste. Custom cabinetry, unique tile patterns, and luxury fixtures will elevate your bathroom’s design.

4. Natural Touches

Bringing nature into your bathroom can create a calming atmosphere. Adding plants, wooden accents, and natural textures helps create a serene, earthy vibe that promotes relaxation.

Conclusion

With the right materials, features, and personalized touches, your bathroom can be transformed into a luxurious retreat. At Misty Looby Studio, we’re here to help you design a space that’s not just beautiful but functional too. Let us help you create the bathroom of your dreams.

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Gaining Inspiration from English Heritage as an Interior Designer

As an interior designer, finding inspiration from the rich tapestry of history can elevate a space from ordinary to extraordinary. One of the most captivating sources of inspiration is English Heritage, a wealth of design ideas steeped in centuries of culture, tradition, and craftsmanship. Whether you’re working on a modern home or a heritage property, the elegant influence of English design can bring a timeless and refined atmosphere to any space.

1. Classic and Timeless Aesthetic

The beauty of English heritage lies in its ability to blend tradition with innovation. Drawing from classic Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian styles, you can mix antique furniture with contemporary accents, creating a balanced look that is both nostalgic and fresh. Think of plush velvet armchairs, polished mahogany tables, and antique mirrors combined with modern light fixtures and minimalist decor.

2. Rich Colour Palettes

English interiors often feature deep, moody colours—such as muted greens, deep blues, and rich burgundies—which are synonymous with historical estates and period homes. These hues not only add sophistication but can make a room feel more intimate and inviting. Pair these with neutral tones or lighter shades for contrast, creating a harmonious blend that speaks to the past while feeling fresh and vibrant.

3. Pattern Play

From floral prints to plaid and damask patterns, English interiors embrace a love for intricate designs. Incorporating patterns into your spaces, whether through wallpaper, cushions, or rugs, can add a sense of personality and heritage. Don’t be afraid to mix bold patterns in moderation; English design often finds beauty in eclecticism, making each room feel layered and lived in.

4. Craftsmanship and Materials

English heritage is also about craftsmanship—think of beautiful woodwork, iron details, and luxurious textiles. Investing in high-quality, hand-crafted pieces can elevate any space. Incorporating materials like oak, mahogany, or wrought iron helps to bring an authentic touch to a home, whether you're designing a classic country house or an urban retreat.

5. Nature’s Influence

The English countryside has long influenced interior design, inspiring a natural and organic aesthetic. Embrace botanical prints, rustic wooden furniture, or even floral arrangements that mimic the landscapes of historic estates. Drawing from the natural world gives your interiors a sense of tranquillity and timelessness.

Our Final Thoughts

English Heritage is more than just a design style; it’s a reflection of the country’s deep connection to its history and culture. As an interior designer, this rich source of inspiration can inform your approach to creating spaces that feel not only stylish but also steeped in tradition. Whether subtle or bold, bringing elements of English heritage into your designs will infuse your work with a sense of sophistication, warmth, and enduring charm.

 

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Virtual Interior Design

Misty Looby Studio offers personalized e-design services,

delivering tailored interior design solutions online.

Transform your space with expert guidance, mood boards,

and virtual designs, all from the comfort of your home

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2024 Colour of the year

Colour has been a grand influence for interior designers this year Pantone chose Peach Fuzz as the colour for 2024. The colour can be used as a standalone colour as we can see in this sofa.

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Using rugs as a design tool

Rugs in interior designs brings a design scheme together. They can be both decorative and practical, serving as floor coverings and wall hangings, but also as curtains as door hangings.

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For the love of ...Wallpaper

Transforming bare walls into feature art walls is an skill.  Wallpapers have developed into  a tool that interior designers use in many design schemes.

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Innovative Restaurant Lighting Design

When planning the lighting for restaurants, interior designers consider colour, light, layering, light sources, light distribution and types of fittings.

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Kitchen Design - Choosing your style

When designing your kitchen, there are various questions your interior designer will need to know in order to layout your kitchen project, and knowing a bit of how you want your kitchen to look like is a great start.

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Are you ready to hire a Interior Designer?

So, you are thinking of hiring an interior designer. You have finally found the house that you want to make your home and you are considering using an interior designer.

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Pantone Colours of 2021

For 2021, The Pantone Colour Institute chose yellow and grey as the colour palette of the year.

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