Can you believe 2016 is almost over? It’s so surreal to think that around this time last year we were preparing for the new year and planning all of our new years’ resolutions! In the last quarter of 2016 we have loved producing content for the NaomiFindlay.com blog. More importantly, though, you have all been […]
Staging in Summer: Outdoor Must’s
One of the best things about summer is the fact that we are finally able to spend loads of time outside. We can stay out there all evening with friends and the kids rather than being cooped up inside trying to entertain guests in a cramped space. When it comes to staging the outdoors in […]
What do Your Letterbox and House Numbers Say About Your Property?
So often when I talk to people about improving their homes, they’re focused only on the interior. No doubt about it, it’s a blast to remodel a kitchen or upgrade your living room to include a home theatre system. But what about the outside? Fixing up the interior of your home while neglecting how it looks […]
Office Inspiration | Minimalist
A minimalist style… A minimalist style can contain a lot of variations through other design styles! Minimalist is a very simple and paired back approach to design. A common style that is usually paired with minimalist is modern and contemporary, although it can vary to almost any style! Minimalist style contains usually a very monochrome […]
Office Inspiration | Industrial
When I think of industrial interior design, words that come to mind are raw, warehouse, metal, timber, rustic, stripped back, edgy, structural, concrete. Industrial design is often seen in lofts, apartments and converted warehouse spaces, but it is so popular that you can totally transform your own home into an industrial style by using some […]
How Clutter Impacts You (Hint: It’s Not Good)
Do you have a house full of clutter? If you do, you might be experiencing some unexpected ill effects. You don’t have to suffer from full-blown hoarding disorders to suffer from the psychological side effects of having too much stuff in your life. Even a reasonable number of belongings, if not well organised, can be […]
Curb Appeal: Get Your Front Door in Tip-Top Shape to Sell
When your house is on the market, first impressions are everything. You house can’t exactly open its mouth and tell people how great it really is on the inside, so you want to make sure that the exterior looks as inviting as possible to get potential buyers into the door. The number one way to get those […]
A Style Guide to Choosing and Hanging Wall Art
One aspect of decorating that many people struggle mightily with is choosing and hanging wall art. If you’ve left the walls of your home blank because you’re afraid of making an error, or if you’ve hung photos and prints only to be disappointed by the results, take heart. By following a few best practices, you can use […]
10 Tips to a More Organised Office
Folding Screen If you live in an apartment or small space, why not consider using a folding screen to separate your office space from the rest of the world? It can also act as a crafty inspiration board or combination gallery. Utilise Wheeled furniture Almost any piece of home office furniture can be improved by […]
Give Your Home a Makeover with Our Pre-Sale House Preparation Guide
When you decide to put your house on the market, you will often see a shift in the way you see your old home. That stubborn mark on the wall that annoyed you for years after your child scribbled on it in permanent marker now has you feeling nostalgic (what the?!) And that wrecked, overflowing […]
Naomi Findlay is an experienced interior designer, project manager and stylist who also loves sharing her passions and experience by teaching others.