Country & Town Interiors - 2019

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Engaging the right interior designer is like choosing a spouse – not an exact science. Catriona Gray offers advice on where to begin, best practice and how to avoid common pitfalls

ne of Britain’s most famous decorators, the late, great David Hicks, said: ‘The best rooms have something to say about the people who live in them.’ Employing the services of a professional to help build or decorate your home can lead to a far more polished and coherent result than doing it by yourself. But the process can be daunting. Redecorating or renovating is one of the most substantial investments you will ever make, so it’s vital to approach it in the right way. A good starting point is to pull together pictures of houses, room sets, furniture and styles that you like, and get a clear idea of your own taste and

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