Last week, I was wandering the sun-drenched streets of Valencia, iced coffee in hand, sandals dusty from the terracotta pavements, when I found myself pausing beside the Mercado Central, admiring its perfectly aged tiles. The exterior of this building is stunning, and inside? Breathtaking.
The symmetry, the intricate patterns, the soft light bouncing across the stained glass domed ceiling… I instinctively reached for my phone to snap a photo.
And that’s when it hit me, I never really switch off.
Even when I’m “away,” my designer brain is quietly cataloguing colours, materials, shapes, and shadows. Because for me, travel isn’t about escaping work, it’s about fuelling it.
Travel as Creative Fuel for Interior Design
When I travel, I’m not just sightseeing, I’m studying how spaces make me feel.
Valencia was a masterclass in contrast:
Inspiration often comes from the smallest moments:
These observations feed directly into my work. Whether I’m planning a full home renovation or designing a bespoke hospitality interior, it’s these lived, global experiences that help me create spaces with soul.
The Myth of “Switching Off” as a Creative
There’s a lot of pressure to disconnect, to shut off from work, create hard boundaries, and stop thinking about our jobs when we’re on a break.
But for creative professionals, especially those in design, the lines are a little blurrier.
Because design isn’t just something I do, it’s how I see. Inspiration doesn’t clock in and out. Some of my best ideas come when I’m relaxed, unhurried, and quietly absorbing a new environment.
That doesn’t mean I don’t rest. But it does mean I embrace the fact that my work and my life are deeply intertwined. It’s what keeps my ideas fresh, and it’s what my clients benefit from most.
Why This Matters to You
Whether you’re planning a full renovation, starting from scratch with a new home, or reimagining a hospitality space, you want a designer who notices the details others miss.
You want someone who doesn’t just follow trends, but brings something deeper to the table:
• A sense of how different cultures use space
• An eye for unexpected combinations that work
• A feel for how light, material, and colour can shape emotion
That’s what travel gives me. And that’s what I bring to every project.
In Short? It’s Research. Beautiful, sun-drenched research.
If you’re looking for an interior designer who brings a global perspective, a curious mind, and a deep well of inspiration, I may be your girl.
Whether it’s a full-service home renovation or a tailored design consultancy, I’ll bring ideas shaped by experience, knowledge, and a suitcase full of creative fuel.
Styled Home Design, Interior Design in Cambridge & Beyond
Helping time-poor homeowners and hospitality brands create soulful, beautifully considered spaces, from concept to completion.
