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They used to be regarded as exclusive but now people from all walks of life and with a wide range of budgets are using interior designers to refresh or renovate their homes. Here, Kim Robb and Victoria Varney, senior interior designers at Richard Grafton Interiors, explain why an experienced interior designer can improve the look, feel and value of a home:

There’s no denying that some people do have a good eye for decorating but what an interior designer offers is expertise. The designer will be able to set out a clear plan, bring together fabrics, furnishings, lighting and accessories that work together while creating some wow factor.

For many people, refreshing any type of space can be a daunting task. One of the best things an interior designer does is act as a librarian of knowledge. They know where to go for the best products at a competitive price.

Finding tradesmen such as builders, decorators, electricians and plumbers to implement a design plan can take a long time and cause lots of stress. By using an experienced interior designer, this headache can be taken away instantly.

Choosing to use an interior designer to refresh a room or revamp a whole house can add significant long-term value to a property. A designer is trained to see whether a space is working or not on an aesthetic and practical level.

If someone is currently thinking about selling their home, or has a property that’s struggling to find a buyer, then investment in an interior designer can boost buyer appeal.

We get to know a client’s personality, aspirations and personal tastes. All of this information is then used to create a space that works for a client on a practical level and visually and creatively reflects who they are.

This can boost their health, happiness and wellbeing.