The Place Between

The Place Between Renovation consultant : design & manage
Supports homeowners and building professionals

18/04/2026

Am I the AH? 😂

I made my son a little video. I always find things look clearer on camera. You can see your mess.

When I used to put my house on the market nearly every year, my trick was to take pictures to see more clearly how to stage it better. 😉

Seriously, this garden room is a game 🎮 changer (pun intended). We all fight for it, even though it’s one of the snugger spaces in the house. And I’m delighted my kids benefit from this daylight (okay, while watching screens… but still?!)

We had a dysfunctional conservatory that was blocking access to the garden. Did you know conservatories often reduce the value of a property? They can be trouble.

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If you’d like help remodelling your home sustainably so that it works better for you, give me a shout. Send me a DM or book a consultation.

Disclaimer:
I can’t promise your teenagers will keep the space in good order.

Renovation love 💚

Thank you for the beautiful tiling work 🫶👌👌

09/04/2026

Ladies and gents, I give you the more realistic version. Now I was to see this in your kitchens. You’re welcome. ✨

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06/04/2026

“Let’s just go with the flow.”

I hear this all the time in renovations.

But flow in a house isn’t something you improvise.
It’s something you design.

Where doors open.
How people move through a space.
Where storage quietly solves problems.

In this project, studying the landing carefully led to a storage solution that now feels completely natural in the house.

Beautiful and functional renovations rarely happen by accident.
They start with thoughtful planning.

If you’re planning a renovation, have you tested the flow of your layout yet?

You can book a design and planning consultation through the link in my bio, or DM me PLAN.

Most renovation problems don’t start on site.They start with assumptions.Things like:• leaving key decisions too late• s...
26/03/2026

Most renovation problems don’t start on site.
They start with assumptions.

Things like:

• leaving key decisions too late
• separating design from construction
• assuming sustainability can be added later

These small decisions can lead to delays, frustration and unnecessary costs.

The good news is that most renovation conflicts are predictable and preventable.

Clear expectations, informed decisions and honest communication make projects run far more smoothly.

Planning a renovation?
Save this so you can revisit it when making decisions.

I share practical advice here to help homeowners and building professionals plan renovations more smoothly. 🔖🏠

09/03/2026

Design first. Build second.
Your utility room has no tolerance for guesswork.

Think about these before the build begins:
• Appliance specs and ventilation
• Door swings and circulation
• Socket locations and load requirements
• Sink and tap placement
• Worktop depth
• Storage measurements
• Lighting (task + ambient)
• Tiling layout and grout lines
• Wall finishes and durability
• Material choices and delivery dates
• Future needs (extra plumbing, power, lighting)

And then there are all the small details you never imagine you need to decide:
grout type and colour, soft-close hinges, handle placement, trim pieces… the list is infinite.

I’m building a full library of renovation resources launching in 2026.
The utility room checklist is one of them. Stay connected if you want early access.

If you can’t wait (pressing project), book an online consultation and I’ll sort you out.

Link in bio OR copy the link in the comments.

The UK construction sector is expected to need more than 225,000 additional workers by 2027. (Source: Construction Indu...
08/03/2026

The UK construction sector is expected to need more than 225,000 additional workers by 2027.
(Source: Construction Industry Training Board – Construction Skills Network Industry Outlook)

At the same time:

• Women represent about 15% of the construction workforce
• Only around 2% work in skilled trades on site
• Roughly 7% hold senior leadership roles

This is one of the most male-dominated industries in the UK.

Research across many sectors also shows that gender-diverse teams often perform better, with stronger financial performance, better decision-making and higher levels of innovation.

Construction and renovation are collaborative industries. Projects depend on communication between designers, trades, contractors and clients.

As the sector evolves, it is worth asking how the composition of teams might evolve too.

Women should feel able to choose this sector if they wish. To design, build, manage projects and lead companies.

The homes we live in are shaped by the people who build them.

The future of the industry will be shaped by who feels welcome to take part.

- just a simple reflection on international women’s day

Thrilled to share that The Place Between is a Best of Houzz 2026 winner! So proud of all that has been accomplished and ...
10/02/2026

Thrilled to share that The Place Between is a Best of Houzz 2026 winner! So proud of all that has been accomplished and honoured to be recognised for my work.

26/01/2026

your period home
Are you renovating? Now is the time.

24/12/2025

Small decisions that can have a big impact include changing the way the door swings and moving light fixtures.

If you live in a Victorian (or period) home, this will feel familiar.

The door opens… and suddenly:
• the bed can only go in one place
• the wardrobe blocks the light
• the switch is behind the door
• the room never quite works

Victorian doors were positioned for privacy and fireplaces, not modern furniture or heating.

Small decisions people don’t expect to make when renovating (but should):
• Door swing direction
• Light switch position
• Lost wall space
• How you actually move through the room

Changing a door swing in the UK can cost £400–£1000 incl. rehanging, moving the switch, and making good. (Cheaper and easier when decided early.)

Why it’s worth considering
✔ Better furniture layouts
✔ More usable wall space
✔ Rooms feel calmer and more intentional

Why people hesitate
✖ Extra cost
✖ Feels like a “minor” detail
✖ Hard to visualise the impact

Sometimes the solution isn’t a different swing at all — it’s a pocket door. 🚪 I’ve written a blog on pocket doors (link in comments).

💚 If you’re renovating and want practical guidance that helps you make better decisions earlier, follow this account for support.

I’m building a renovation resource library launching in 2026 to support smart and sustainable home projects.

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27/11/2025

Every quote sits on top of an invisible negotiation.

Homeowners want clarity and don’t want to feel naïve.

Builders want to price fairly without risking a loss.

None of this is about who’s right.

It’s two people standing on opposite sides of the same uncertainty.

When you treat a quote as a test, the pressure increases.

When you treat it as a conversation, the project settles.

Clarity around assumptions, unknowns and risk is what prevents friction later. Far more than squeezing the price or rushing the numbers.

And this is exactly why I’m creating a new digital resource covering the essential conversations to have with your builder (or your client) before a renovation begins.

It’s the toolkit that prevents 90 percent of the problems people usually face later.

If you want to be the first to receive it when it’s released, comment “CONVERSATIONS” below and I’ll add you to the list.

The full blog is also live now—link in bio or copy/paste from the comments.

13/11/2025

Home renovation is a journey. Make your own.

The more you design and plan ahead, the better the building phase will turn out.

And you’ll be dancing at the finish line.

Inexperienced renovators will benefit from support with this.

Get in touch if you want to know how to enjoy your sustainable home renovation 💚

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