Tuesday 7 September 2010

CI Visualisations of Recently Designed Bathrooms

Here is a showcase of recently designed bathrooms and en-suites designed by the Concept Interiors team.

The Pictures that you will see bellow show a range of designs, styles and budget dependant upon our individual clients.

No:1 - Master en-suite designed for a new loft conversion in Surrey












No:2 En-suite designed for a bachelor in Surrey










No:3 Master en-suite design in Virginia Waters Surrey











No:4 Master en-suite for a new build in Surrey - Build by Concept Developments










As you can see Concept Interiors covers a wide range of design styles and tastes.
If you have a new project or would like to re-vamp your existing bathroom or en-suite, please do not hesitate to contact Concept Interiors for design advice and services, by phone: 01932 241380,by e-mail: info@conceptltd.co.uk or visit us at our website www.concept-interior.co.uk

Tuesday 31 August 2010

Concept Interiors Visulisations of Recently Designed Kitchens

Kitchen designs -

Here we have a collection of three recently designed kitchens for new clients we have in the Surrey area. These designs and visuals have been created using our CAD program. The three kitchen designs are very different from one another, therefore this is a great way to show you how the team here at Concept Interiors can design for every taste and budget.

Kitchen One - Contemporary meets Classic


















This kitchen met the clients love for classic design and passion for modern cooking.
Combining classic items like the dresser style unit with plate rack, with more contemporary features such as the central island, brings the two styles together in one harmonious space.


Kitchen Two - Stunning and Practical

















This kitchen is a clean a crisp environment, a tranquil haven for creating culinary treats with all the mod cons which the modern family needs for cooking today. This space, although it is white, is easy to keep clean as all the surfaces are wipeable, making it ideal for cooking, keeping a young family happy and brilliant for cleaning.

Kitchen Three - Unique Kitchen Design














This is a practical and stylish kitchen set in the home owner’s super-room. It incorporates the clients love for seamless design and the practicalities of the modern family’s cooking tastes and life style.

With all our designs we have worked closely with our clients to enable us to design their dream kitchen while sticking to their individual budgets. Here at Concept Interiors we pride ourselves on being able to deliver each individuals design needs, no matter how big or small the project. If you would like us to meet with you to discuss your dream interior please do not hesitate to contact us at the office on 01932 241380 or visit our website page www.concept-interior.co.uk .

Tuesday 25 May 2010

Design ideas for a small space

Do you have a small room or space that you’re just not sure what to do with? At Concept Interiors we have been faced with this challenge on several occasions, may it be fitting an en-suite into a recently renovated loft space or fitting the latest kitchen gadgets into a tight space. Here at Concept Interiors we have the knowledge and the experience for all spatial scenarios.

Head of Design at Concept Interior, Samantha Morgan’s top tips on creating beautiful settings in tight spaces:

Maximize your space by not only thinking about the amount of floor space you have but how using a clever lighting design to make your space feel light and airy.

Selecting furniture and dressing items carefully as you don’t want to over crowd your nook. Being realistic is the key in this case; you might not always be able to fit every thing you want into your new space. In order to make the room feel large you will have to do with out any unessential, a functional practical space is always a happier one.

When designing a kitchen within a tight space it is paramount to use all the available space. Using clever storage such as magic corners and pull outs helps to maximize all your space. This gives a practical solution to your spatial issue and a stylish looking kitchen that has a place for everything.



If you are looking to play it safe with your colour scheme choose a light and fresh decor, if you feel like being a bit daring with your new space go for a dark colour or wallpaper on a feature wall. This may make your room feel a little smaller but it would make a great statement about the space.

Symmetry in any small space or awkward space helps to add a sense of balance and order. Using symmetrical storage, for a more traditional look matching units either side of your fire place add storage and balance, for a more modern take a wall of open shelved storage of equal size helps to add clarity and an alternative dynamic to a room.

The type of flooring you use is also something that needs special consideration. Cream carpet always look fine but why not try using a wood floor and using the direction of the wood to make your room feel wider or longer. This is a great trick to use, however this can also be done with a contemporary striped carpet or a large format tile.

If you are thinking about creating an en-suite for your main bedroom to turn it into a master suite, don’t be afraid to use large format tiles, this helps to create the illusion that your en-suite is much larger than first thought.




The points above will help you to design a more practical layout and to help make the most of your space. If in any doubt or you need some design advice, contact myself Samantha Morgan at the office on 01932 241380. My design team and I are always happy to help.

Monday 17 May 2010

Taking the hard work out of soft furnishings

Designer Curtains by Concept Interiors is your one-stop shop for blinds, curtains and other soft furnishings. From beautifully crafted, hand sewn, lined and interlined curtains with a variety of heading styles, to cushions, drapes and throws to match, we’ll help you create that special ambience that makes your home uniquely yours.

Whatever the shape or size of the windows throughout your home, our experienced, friendly and creative team will help you find the right design, the right fabric and the right treatment for every room.

And whether you prefer a traditional or contemporary feel - with a bespoke service from Designer Curtains by Concept Interiors, your design will be timeless.

Whether you require a single blind or window treatments for every room, Designer Curtains are on hand to offer you specialist advise, creative designs, professional measuring & fitting and beautifully finished curtains and blinds.
• Expert advice and a personal service to commercial and private clients alike.
• Contemporary and period styles.
• Full hanging and dressing service for curtains and blinds.
• Custom made, hand sewn and tailored to individual requirements.
• Services and advice also available from a qualified interior designer.
• Free visit and quotations within a 20 mile radius.
• All curtain headings offered.
• Tracks and pelmets professionally fitted.
• Competitive pricing.


Drawing on experience, knowledge and creativity:

With Designer Curtains by Concept Interiors, you'll benefit from a design-led approach to dressing the windows throughout your home. This means that before anything else, we’ll listen to you to get a feel for what you’re looking for. Then, we’ll present you with our ideas before letting you make an informed choice.



And your choices are wide and varied. Heading options, for example, range from eyelet to tulip, while your curtains can be hand sewn, lined and interlined curtains.

The next stage is to show you a choice of designer fabrics. Our collection includes weaves, prints, chenille's, silks, taffetas and many more. We can visit you with sample books to enable you to match colours and styles to your existing décor. Alternatively, we can source a fabric to suit your individual requirements.

We'll then take a full set of measurements, note any practical requirements or restrictions – and create your perfect curtains and accompanying furnishings.


A blind for all tastes:



You may, of course, have windows in your home that, for practical or aesthetic purposes, are more suited to the fitting of blinds than curtains.

And from Roman to London style, Designer Curtains by Concept Interiors can provide a blind to complement any room or window layout, whether it's for blacking out or blending in with your existing colour scheme and style.

We can also supply and fit your choice of blind from a wide range of manufacturers including rollerblinds, Luxaflex, Velux and Silentgliss blinds.

For a blind supplier with vision, choose Designer Curtains by Concept Interiors.


Finishing touches - the last word in elegance:

Elegant and well matched finishing touches are the grace notes that show your window dressing at its very best.



And to complement and personalise your curtain design, you can choose from a range of contemporary and traditional pieces, all of which can be customised to your individual tastes.



Options include fabric-covered and contemporary pelmets, classic hand-finished and contemporary poles and finials in a wide selection of styles and materials.

Making the exquisite complete.


Fabrics:
Choose from a wide range of designer fabrics, including weaves, prints & silks by leading suppliers such as:
Blendworth
Brian Yates
Casamance
Colefax & Fowler
Colony Fabrics
Crowson Fabrics
Designers Guild
Fox Linton
Globaltex
GPJ Baker
Harlequin Harris
Linwood Fabric
Monkwell Mulberry
Natasha Marshall
New House Textiles
Nobilis
Parkertex
Romo Fabrics
Sanderson
Today Interiors
Villa Nova
Wemyss
William Morris
Wilman
Zoffany

Accessories - beyond curtains and blinds:



At Curtains from Concept Interiors, our passion for creating your perfect home interior goes beyond our bespoke design and fitting service for your curtains and blinds.




We can also provide a huge range of soft furnishings such as cushions, throws and drapes. These can be designed to match your existing furnishings or as accent pieces to complement the theme of your room.

Soft options have never looked so good.


Samantha Morgan - Head of Design
For inspiration, design advice or just an informal chat about how curtains, blinds and soft furnishings can enhance your home, contact us at Designer Curtains by Concept Interiors.
Call me today on 01932 241380 to arrange a home consultation or visit us at
Designer Curtains by Concept Interiors
The Whispers
Reed Place
Shepperton
Surrey
TW17 9LL

Thursday 6 May 2010

Home Cinema

What was once seen as the ultimate in extravagance is now becoming more and more popular, even in these not so easy financial times.
Home cinemas first started appearing about 10 or 12 years ago but were only associated with super luxury homes, however we have recently started to see them more and more and sometimes in quite modest houses.
Once seen as just a rich mans toy, the move towards home entertaining means that increasingly people are investing in their homes and seeing home cinema as a way to bring family and friends together.



And it is no longer just dedicated cinema rooms in bachelor style pads or 15000sqft mansions. It is possible to have a cinema installed so that it is hidden within the modern home when it is not in use, and complements the existing décor and architectural style. Then at a touch of a button the curtains close, the lights dim and the screen comes downs, transporting you to your very own movie theatre!



Imagine the experience of watching a movie in your own home, with picture and sound to rival the best West End cinemas, along with your choice of food, drink and audience! It is easy to see why cinemas have become such a lusted after addition to the home.
But with the huge choice of technology available on the market, the involvement of the professionals is a must in order to get the most out of your home cinema experience as they will aid you in specifying everything from the audio-visual hardware configurations, to furniture, curtains, wall and floor coverings.




As we are part of the Concept Group, Concept Interiors can work hand in hand with our sister company Prestige AV to design, build and deliver your dream audio-visual solution!

www.prestige-av.co.uk

www.concept-interior.co.uk

Tuesday 4 May 2010

Top 10 tips for a stylish yet practical kitchen

The sheer volume of products, suppliers and literature available on kitchen design, not to mention the ever changing trends, can make the prospect of having a new kitchen a daunting and overwhelming prospect so we have condensed all of the key information for you and compiled our top ten tips for a stylish yet practical kitchen.

1. Lighting – Lighting the space is key and will enhance the overall appearance of the kitchen. Use light to enhance and create features as well as to provide task lighting. Incorporate stylish pendants over an island or use plinth lights for effect. For real “wow” factor why not position a feature chandelier over your kitchen island, cross lighting it to add a dramatic effect.



2. Handles – choose handleless for an über-sleek look; either touch-open or electronic. Alternatively use unusual handles to add glamour and detail to your kitchen. If budget allows, why not have a bespoke handle designed to give your kitchen a completely unique look.
www.turnstyledesigns.com

3. Island – If you have sufficient space, incorporate an island or peninsula into your kitchen. Whether the island is used for relaxed dining/entertaining or for storage it will add a stylish dimension to the kitchen design.



4. Multi-functional Space – Your kitchen should be viewed as a sociable space for all of the family to relax in and the kitchen design needs to reflect this. Incorporating a soft seating area or a breakfast bar will ensure that friends and family gravitate to the kitchen making it the most popular room in the house!

5. Intelligent Storage – Squeeze every last inch of useable storage space out of your kitchen by incorporating pull-outs and corner storage solutions. Magic Corners are ideal for storing large items such as pots and pans and maximise the useable space in a corner cupboard, whereas a pull out larder allows you o easily see and access everything within a tall cupboard, meaning that there is no need o grope around at the back of a cupboard trying to find that elusive item!
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6. Fabrics – Soften and style your kitchen with decorative window treatments and upholstered seating. Introducing some gorgeous fabrics into the kitchen will pull the scheme together and should not be overlooked. As long as your window is not next to the cooking area then there is no need to assume that the kitchen blind should be purely functional. There is such a wide range of fabrics available that there will be something to suit every style and budget. The kitchen window treatment should be seem as the finishing detail; the icing on the cake!
www.designercurtains.uk.com



7. Stylish yet efficient appliances – choose energy efficient appliances which will save you money in the long run, but fear not, this doesn’t mean that you have to compromise on appearance. Choose appliances from the same range to give a sleek and stylish look to your kitchen. Make a feature out of your appliances by having a bank of tall units which house you ovens, microwave and coffee machine. Use warming drawers underneath appliances to balance the space and create a streamlined, linear finish.



8. Worktops – Choose quartz as a modern alternative to granite. Quartz is more scratch resistant, stain resistant, and wear resistant than natural granite, and is available in a wide choice of colours.
www.caesarstone.uk.com




9. Flooring – Porcelain floor tiles in large formats are stylish and maintenance free, whereas natural stone requires maintenance to keep I looking at is best.

10. Gadgets – Pop up sockets, which work fantastically on an island and when not in use can be hidden away, integrated waste sorters for all your waste and recycling needs, boiling water taps so that there is no need for a kettle, and taps with pull out nozzles for easy cleaning - the list is endless!

For a stylish, yet effective kitchen, clever planning is the key, as a practical working layout is the fundament of good kitchen design. The layout should be designed to reflect your individual needs and requirements and Concept Interiors will work with you to design, supply and install the kitchen of your dreams!
www.concept-interior.co.uk

Wednesday 21 April 2010

Embrace your softer side…..

As we recently saw at London fashion week, this season is all about nudes. We are seeing skin-like tones of peach blossom, crisp cool creams and warm stone colours being used as a backdrop for contrasting statement pieces, such as oversized decorative mirrors and chunky furniture in dark timbers, such as wenge, walnut, tinted zebrano and macassar ebony. The Little Green Paint & Paper Company has some gorgeous neutral hues that will compliment any interior scheme. Try using China Clay with Regency Fawn for a gorgeously subtle and harmonious look.

If you are thinking about changing your curtains, then loose layers of sheer fabrics that move softly in the breeze are set to be huge this season for both domestic interiors and hotels and restaurants. Choose delicate sheers in barely there tones of coffee and cream. This style of window dressing will look fantastic if you have bi-folding doors between a living space and the garden, as they will gently compliment the feature that is the large glass doors, without being oppressive.



Remember to add detail and interest to your nude, tonal scheme. Try adding a touch of sparkle with subtle hints of mother of pearl or shell accessories. Use mirrors or mirrored furniture which will reflect the light and add a different dimension or use textures and patterns to create an effortlessly stylish space.

Our top tip this month is to buy wisely for the home by investing in some quality luxury items. Choose a statement piece that will become iconic over time or a timeless classic that will never look dated. We are currently lusting after the Harvard Leather Console Table in Shagreen - Smoke from Simpsons Mirrors.

Friday 16 April 2010

Latest updats

Check out our new photographic portfolio on the concept Interiors facebook page http://www.facebook.com/pages/Shepperton-United-Kingdom/Concept-Interiors/112299632131346 and online at http://www.concept-interior.co.uk

Friday 9 April 2010

Glitz & Glamour

This season, glamour is back!
A visit to London Design Week 2010 at Chelsea Harbour Design Centre for the launch of this seasons new collections has inspired and excited me! Seeing all the new opulent and luxurious fabrics, furnishings and wall coverings, especially Brian Yates collections, Akoya and Ulf Moritz Pearl, has rekindled my love for this lavish style.



Faux skin and hide wall and floor coverings are going to be huge this year. Sexy and touchable, embossed and dyed, in ostrich, python and shagreen add glamour and luxury; prepare to be seduced!



It’s all about indulgence. For an extravagant feel use tactile and textured wallcoverings to add a sense of depth, warmth and interest which is simply not achievable with paint. Combine rich and sumptuous colours with shimmering yet soft metallic’s to add glamour and glitz. This look is definitely not for the faint-hearted!


Images Courtesy of Brian Yates

Interior design

Quality of life. Designed in

Whether you simply want to redesign a single room, refurbish your home or build a new one from scratch, Concept can take care of the whole interior design project.

When you choose Concept Interiors, we’ll show you detailed drawings that will give you a clear idea of how your space can be transformed. This includes full CAD – computer aided design – drawings for your kitchen and bathroom. We’ll also provide you with supplier brochures, swatches and tile and paint samples, and of course, costs.

Once you’re completely happy with the designs and project schedule, our project management team will ensure that every phase of the project is completed on time, on budget – and to your complete satisfaction.

That’s our speciality. But we never forget that it’s your home.

Lighting

Lighting. Your way

Lighting sets the tone of your environment, evoking emotion and creating your unique ambience.

The ability to alter that atmosphere in an instant is the heart of an effective lighting system. And at Concept Interiors, we provide a bespoke lighting service of unparalleled creativity and technical flair.

Our team of lighting specialists understands the subtleties and nuances of every light source – and how to work with them to complement the mood and function of every type of room.

Your choice of lighting systems is wide and varied: among our most popular suppliers are Lutron, Rako, I-Light, Creston Solutions and many others.

Your choice of lighting partner, however is much simpler – Concept Interiors.

Kitchens

Feed your desire

There’s no reason why your kitchen design cannot be as beautiful as it is functional.

And at Concept Interiors, we have a kitchen for every taste, from traditional to contemporary and everything in between. Or, if you fancy going beyond the existing choices, we’ll produce something just for you.

And you won’t have to commit yourself until you’ve seen full CAD – computer aided design – drawings and visuals. Then, when you’re ready to go ahead, we’ll be there to install your dream kitchen with meticulous care and attention to detail.

If you can’t wait to start visualising your new kitchen, take a look at what we offer at Second Nature Kitchens.

Creative thinking, beautiful products and quality craftsmanship: the perfect ingredients for your dream kitchen.

Bathrooms

Refresh yourself

As the pace of modern life increases, so your bathroom becomes an increasingly important sanctuary; a place to relax and unwind.

Let Concept Interiors give it the luxury it deserves.

We’ll start by getting to understand exactly what you want your bathroom to be. Then we’ll produce drawings for your approval, allowing you to visualise and fine-tune your design to your exact needs.

Then comes the installation, which is carried out by our own skilled craftsmen and overseen by your bathroom designer. You’ll also receive a personal lighting design by our in-house lighting specialist.

And the result? The last word in luxury and indulgence; a place to – literally - wash your cares away.

AV / Home Automation

Prestige Audio – the sound choice for home entertainment

Home cinemas, cutting edge audio systems and the latest home automation technology are the modern home’ must haves.

And no business knows home technology better than Prestige Audio, a subsidiary of the Concept Group.

Prestige Audio will enhance your enjoyment of your home through the use of technology. This can include lighting control systems, integrated plasma screens, fully controllable music systems and much more.

You can find out more about our audio-visual systems at www.prestige-av.co.uk. Alternatively, contact us to arrange a demonstration at our facilities in Shepperton.

We think you’ll like what you see. And hear.

Project Management

Great expectations. Exceeded

At Concept Interiors, we are renowned for the quality of our project management.

It’s a reputation we’re proud of and work hard to uphold. This means you can expect your calls to be answered promptly, rigorous checking procedures to be in place and close attention to be paid to every detail of your project.

With Concept Interiors you can relax safe in the knowledge that our experienced and dedicated team is committed to surpassing your expectations in every respect.

Safe as houses, in fact.

Complete package

Concept Interiors difference lies in all the expertise being within our group. As we are part of the Concept Group of companies – which includes such renowned organisations as Concept Electrical, Concept Roofing, Prestige Audio and Concept Developments – we can truly claim to have immediate, in-house access to the complete range of design, decoration, installation and refurbishment trades and skills.

What this means for you, is that your Concept Interiors project will always run smoothly, because every phase and every dependent action is carried out by a tradesman or manager over whom Concept has direct and full control.

The managers of every team and every project meet at least weekly to ensure that every phase of every project is transparent to all involved parties.