Hi, I’m Helen
I'm based between Harrogate and York, where I live with my family and our dog, so I know firsthand what it means to want a home that looks beautiful and works just as well.
You're probably busy: a full diary, a fast-moving life, and a home that hasn't quite come together yet. You might know exactly what you like, or you might just know it isn't what you have now. Either way, you haven't had the time or headspace to turn it into a home that feels cohesive, considered and completely yours.
Good design is how a home looks, feels and flows: the colours, textures, materials, proportions and details that give it character. But it also has to work for real life: the dog on the sofa, the school bags by the door, the kitchen island that needs to function at 7am and feel warm and inviting at 7pm.
Every project starts with a conversation about how you use your home, what you'd love to change, and how you want it to feel. From there, I take the decision-making off your plate, looking at the space with fresh eyes and bringing the practical and the beautiful together into a design that feels considered and effortless.
The result is a home that makes every day feel a little easier, and a lot more beautiful.
How it works
Every project starts with understanding the space, how it needs to work and, just as importantly, how you want it to look and feel. From there, I create a design scheme tailored to your home, from setting the colours, materials, and finishes through to a fully specified room, depending on the level of support you choose.
I want working with me to feel straightforward from the start, so below you'll find exactly what's involved, what you'll receive and what it costs.
Step 1: Introductory Call - free of charge
A 30-minute video call to talk about your space, what isn't working, what you're hoping to achieve, and how I can help.
Step 2: Initial Consultation - £150
Fully credited against any design package taken within 60 days.
This is where we start to really understand your home. We'll look at the space together, talk through your ideas, and explore what could work.
What's included
90-minute consultation in person
Detailed analysis of the space, including layout, light, flow and storage
Style and lifestyle discussion via a detailed questionnaire
Written report summarising the consultation and key design considerations
Step 3: Choose a package
Once we know what your space needs, it's time to choose your package.
Whether you need help defining the look of one room or want a fully developed scheme with furniture, lighting and sourcing, each package gives you a clear plan to transform your space.
For multiple rooms, whole-home projects, or something a little different, please get in touch, and I'll be happy to create a bespoke option tailored to your project.
Design Package 1 - £495 per room
A clear design direction for your space
Ideal if you know your room needs a refresh but aren't sure how to make all the elements work together.
I'll create a design scheme that sets the look and feel of the room, pairing colour, pattern, texture and key finishes so you have a clear direction to work from.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Initial consultation (fee credited against your package)
Digital concept board establishing the look, feel and direction of the space
30-minute video call to discuss the concept and revisions
Digital mood board of wall coverings, flooring, fabrics and key finishes
90-minute in-person meeting to present the completed scheme
One round of revisions
Access to my trade discounts via my procurement service
Sourcing: Furniture is shown on the mood board for inspiration but is not specified or sourced.
Best for: Clients who want expert design direction and in-person guidance, and feel confident sourcing independently.
Design Package 2 - £880 per room
A fully developed design scheme
For clients who want everything considered, from the overall look and feel through to furniture, lighting and the finer details.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Initial consultation (fee credited against your package)
Digital concept board establishing the look, feel and direction of the space
30-minute video call to discuss the concept and revisions
Digital mood board of wall coverings, flooring, fabrics and key finishes
Physical sample board of key finishes
To-scale floor plan showing the recommended furniture layout
Lighting scheme combining ambient, task and accent lighting
2D visuals
Full furniture, lighting and accessories specification, including retailer, price and link, up to 12 items per room
2-hour in-person meeting to present the completed scheme
One round of revisions
Access to my trade discounts via my procurement service
Sourcing: Up to 12 furniture, lighting, and accessory items specified per room. Additional items can be sourced through the Sourcing Service.
Best for: Clients who want a fully designed room, with every detail considered, from the floor plan and lighting to the pieces that complete it.
E-Design Package
Beautifully considered design, wherever you are
A complete design scheme for your room, created remotely and delivered digitally, for clients outside my in-person area or those who prefer a digital-only approach.
Step 1: Introductory Call | Free
A 30-minute video call to talk about your space, what isn't working, what you're hoping to achieve, and how I can help.
Step 2: Initial Consultation | £100
Fully credited against the E-Design package if taken within 60 days.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
1-hour online consultation
Detailed analysis of the space, including layout, light, flow, and storage
Style and lifestyle discussion via a detailed questionnaire
Written report summarising the consultation and key design considerations
Step 3: E-Design Package | £425 per room
Everything you need to transform your room yourself, with a clear plan and the pieces to make it happen.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Initial consultation (fee credited against your package)
Digital mood board of wall coverings, flooring, fabrics and key finishes
1-hour online meeting to present the scheme
One round of revisions
Curated list of 8–10 furniture and lighting items, including retailer, price and link
Access to my trade discounts via my procurement service
Sourcing: 8–10 items specified. Additional items can be sourced through the Sourcing Service.
Best for: Clients outside my local area, or anyone who'd prefer a design scheme delivered digitally and is confident sourcing independently.
Additional Services
Sourcing Service - £55 per hour
A flexible add-on for items beyond your package allowance or a standalone service if you need a helping hand with sourcing. You'll receive a curated shopping list with product names, retailers, prices, and links. Where applicable, you can save with my trade discounts by using my procurement service detailed below.
Procurement Service - save with my trade discounts
I place and manage all orders on your behalf. You pay my trade price, not retail, and I charge a 10% procurement management fee on the total order value.
Not only do you save money, but you also save the time and hassle of dealing with suppliers, deliveries, and any snagging issues.
I work with over 200 brands including: Bert & May, Blinds2Go, COAT Paints, Corston Architectural, Cox & Cox, DIY Kitchens, Farrow & Ball, Garden Trading, Heal's, Just Fabrics, lights&lamps, Loaf, Mandarin Stone, nkuku, OKA, Pooky, Pottery Barn, Sanderson Design Group, Sofa.com, The Cotswold Company, and West Elm.
Discounts vary between suppliers. If you have something in mind, please get in touch, and I can provide more information.
A simple example: A sofa retails at £2695. My trade price is £2156. You pay £2156 plus the 10% procurement fee (£216) – a total of £2372, saving you £323 compared to buying it yourself.
Testimonials
“We approached Helen for help with our awkward sized living room. Helen provided a fantastic solution that meant that we had a great mix of cosy and practical space – now the favourite room for all the family. Helen is an amazing problem solver, creative with her ideas, yet pragmatic with function. I highly recommend Helen for any interior conundrums.”
“We had a detached annex that had been used for storage for years, and far too many ideas about what it could become. Helen helped us cut through the overwhelm. The questionnaires were genuinely enjoyable and sparked real discussion between me and my husband - we didn’t always agree! Helen listened, asked the right questions, and clearly understood the constraints of the space. What she came up with astounded us. The designs were stunning, and her practical guidance on furniture, lighting, and where to shop made the most of every pound. The space is now calm, flexible, and welcoming. We’re thrilled with the result.”
“Working with Helen on our bedroom transformation has been an absolute pleasure. From the very first conversation through to the final finishing touches, she brought creativity, expertise and endless attention to detail to every stage of the project.
What impressed us most was how completely she took ownership of the process. She coordinated seamlessly with suppliers and contractors, which was invaluable given our own time constraints, and ensured everything was delivered to an exceptionally high standard.
Helen has an incredible ability to think about all the things you don’t even realise need considering. Her attention to detail is exceptional. She considers not only how a room will look, but how it will function, flow and feel. From light and reflection to layout, functionality and how the space would actually feel to live in, every decision was thoughtful and intentional. She gently challenged our assumptions, introduced us to ideas we would never have considered ourselves, and ultimately created a space that feels both beautiful and uniquely us.
If you’re looking for someone who combines creativity with practicality, listens carefully and genuinely cares about delivering the very best result, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Helen. She made what could have felt overwhelming into an exciting and enjoyable experience, and we’re absolutely delighted with the outcome- a room we genuinely love spending time in and one that feels completely tailored to us. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone considering an interior design project, whatever the size.”
“Helen redesigned our kitchen for us to open it out and make the best use of the light. She asked excellent questions and came up with lots of different options for us to review and was always open to changes in the plan. She suggested alternative layouts and colour schemes and was happy to discuss all the finer details and supported us throughout the whole process. We’re delighted with the final results.”
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