We’ve all convinced ourselves to buy investment pieces, be they fashion, interiors or other items, so how we can reign in our expensive wish-list items and what shouldn’t we compromise on when optimizing our homes.
Splurge: a lasting staple or a trend-influenced purchase? ….
It’s a fine line isn’t it, but with interiors we need to ask ourselves whether it will stand up to the everyday vigours of life, especially when it’s something which is a fundamental piece of furniture, such as a bed or a sofa. It’s all subjective, isn’t it, depending on one’s budget, splurging is something that would definitely be a stretch on your budget. Naomi would always convince clients to invest in the most expensive countertops they can afford as well as good quality taps/faucets. Finishing touches really elevate the design, such as architectural details like handles and switches. We’re in unison that the one item to splurge on is good quality paint as you won’t regret it. Some people wax lyrical about some of the high-end brands, yet you don’t need to break the bank.
We talk environmental plant-based options and where they work best. Sam recommends going as high as you can when specifying wallpaper, and always overbuy the same batch, yet she can’t endorse spending $1000 a roll!
On the flip side we explore where we can skimp and save on the hidden elements and, undisputedly, kitchen carcasses are pretty standard. We agree that many lower-end vanity units can be pretty nasty and don’t endure the test of time, so be creative and save by incorporating a vintage dresser instead, and adding an interesting bowl.
Top tip on the luxury linen bedding front: an organic option from a High Street brand is also on today’s agenda! On the tiling front there are so many different ways to tile, using even the most simple of tiles, choosing harmonious palettes and even creating interesting effects using patterns.
There’s a blurry line between splurge and save – you can often save money on big investment pieces during sales or buy expensive paint or wallpaper, yet do the installation yourself so therefore saving in that regard. We certainly don’t think being frugal is necessarily a bad thing: however, occasional splurging (especially small splurges) is not a bad thing either. Horses for courses as you say …
We can always count on Naomi to detract from the subject in hand, and here she goes into length about her recent Copenhagen Bath House visit (where they’ve recently installed acrylic baths)!
Remember. if you have some Design Quibbles, then do send them over to us and we’d love to discuss them in a future episode.
Email us your design dilemmas on
samandnaomi@theinteriorlovers.com
For regular updates on colour, design and lifestyle inspiration, follow Sam and Naomi on Instagram:
The Interior Lovers: https://www.instagram.com/the.interiorloverspodcast/
Sam: https://www.instagram.com/sam.grigginteriors/
Naomi: https://www.instagram.com/scottdunneinteriors/
And for some more visual inspiration, follow us on pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/TheInteriorLoversPodcast/?actingBusinessId=1135892474674481329
We’ve all convinced ourselves to buy investment pieces, be they fashion, interiors or other items, so how we can reign in our expensive wish-list items and what shouldn’t we compromise on when optimizing our homes.
Splurge: a lasting staple or a trend-influenced purchase? ….
It’s a fine line isn’t it, but with interiors we need to ask ourselves whether it will stand up to the everyday vigours of life, especially when it’s something which is a fundamental piece of furniture, such as a bed or a sofa. It’s all subjective, isn’t it, depending on one’s budget, splurging is something that would definitely be a stretch on your budget. Naomi would always convince clients to invest in the most expensive countertops they can afford as well as good quality taps/faucets. Finishing touches really elevate the design, such as architectural details like handles and switches. We’re in unison that the one item to splurge on is good quality paint as you won’t regret it. Some people wax lyrical about some of the high-end brands, yet you don’t need to break the bank.
We talk environmental plant-based options and where they work best. Sam recommends going as high as you can when specifying wallpaper, and always overbuy the same batch, yet she can’t endorse spending $1000 a roll!
On the flip side we explore where we can skimp and save on the hidden elements and, undisputedly, kitchen carcasses are pretty standard. We agree that many lower-end vanity units can be pretty nasty and don’t endure the test of time, so be creative and save by incorporating a vintage dresser instead, and adding an interesting bowl.
Top tip on the luxury linen bedding front: an organic option from a High Street brand is also on today’s agenda! On the tiling front there are so many different ways to tile, using even the most simple of tiles, choosing harmonious palettes and even creating interesting effects using patterns.
There’s a blurry line between splurge and save – you can often save money on big investment pieces during sales or buy expensive paint or wallpaper, yet do the installation yourself so therefore saving in that regard. We certainly don’t think being frugal is necessarily a bad thing: however, occasional splurging (especially small splurges) is not a bad thing either. Horses for courses as you say …
We can always count on Naomi to detract from the subject in hand, and here she goes into length about her recent Copenhagen Bath House visit (where they’ve recently installed acrylic baths)!
Remember. if you have some Design Quibbles, then do send them over to us and we’d love to discuss them in a future episode.
Email us your design dilemmas on
samandnaomi@theinteriorlovers.com
For regular updates on colour, design and lifestyle inspiration, follow Sam and Naomi on Instagram:
The Interior Lovers: https://www.instagram.com/the.interiorloverspodcast/
Sam: https://www.instagram.com/sam.grigginteriors/
Naomi: https://www.instagram.com/scottdunneinteriors/
And for some more visual inspiration, follow us on pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/TheInteriorLoversPodcast/?actingBusinessId=1135892474674481329