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The Power of a Pause: Why Good Design Takes Time


If you’ve ever found yourself mid-renovation, staring down a list of decisions that all feel urgent and irreversible you’re not alone. In fact, one of the most common things I hear from clients who’ve tried to manage parts of a project themselves is just how overwhelming it all becomes.

Decision Overload is Real

From layouts and lighting schemes to materials, finishes, and joinery details, the sheer volume of decisions in a renovation project can quickly spiral. When you add everyday life into the mix, it’s easy to feel rushed, unsure, or under pressure to "just choose something" to keep things moving.

But this often leads to rushed decisions, ones that don’t quite sit right later. And worse, ones that are costly or complicated to change.

Good Design Deserves Breathing Room

Great interiors aren’t created in a hurry. They’re built on thoughtful choices, decisions made with clarity and confidence, not panic.

That’s why, in every full-service and consultancy project I take on, I intentionally build in time for reflection. It’s not about delaying the timeline, it’s about protecting the design process.

These ‘pauses’ give you space to weigh things up, explore different routes, and refine what you really want. They’re where alignment happens, between your lifestyle, your taste, and your long-term vision for your home.

Considered Choices, Confident Results

When you’re investing time, money and trust into your home, every decision counts. The goal isn’t just to make it look good, it’s to make it feel right. And that can only happen when you’ve had the space to make informed, considered decisions at the right pace.

Because regret in renovation isn’t just emotional, it’s often financial too. Avoidable mistakes, rushed installations, and choices that need to be undone can all cost more than simply getting it right the first time.

You Don’t Have to Do It All at Once, or Alone

If you’re at the early stages of planning a renovation and already feeling the weight of it, I promise you it doesn’t have to be that way.

Whether you’re looking for end-to-end design support or simply need expert direction to start making decisions with confidence, my services are built to give you clarity, not more confusion.

Final Note
I’m currently booking full-service design projects for Autumn/Winter 2025, with limited availability. If you’d like to chat about your renovation plans, now’s a great time to start.

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Lot 25, Cambridge

Ebury Street London

Greenlands Cambridge

The Anchor Cambridgeshire

Swaffham Road Cambridgeshire

Duxford Church Cambridge

Moor House Newmarket

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"A lovely person, and the best in the business, it really is that simple!"
Ollie Drake, Drake Property & Developments
"Tash elevates properties to the next level. She has a wonderful style and eye for design"
Alex Babouris, Babouris Property Management
"Tash is so organised, it's been a very easy journey and a pleasure to work with her in my home."
Daisy Dowler, Private Client
"Tash is a lovely, warm, & thoughtful person to work with. She takes time to get under the skin of what her clients want, learning about who they are to help guide the design process."
Louise Border, Private Client
"Tash worked within my budget, so that I had the option of several products to work with that would all compliment each other. On top of this, Natasha has such a warm presence which made her so easy to work with and so comfortable to talk to"
Sophie Van leeuwen, Private Client
Tash completed a redesign across our home, working with some existing furniture we wanted to keep. The house feels so cosy & warm now, & I have some lovely pieces of furniture!
Natalie Saunders, Private Client
We can't thank Tash enough. Her eye for design, combined with her understanding of our needs and limitations was key. The first stage of our renovations have been received so well and we look forward to working with Tash again to complete phase two
John Rowell, The Anchor
I would highly recommend working with SHD, Tash has a fantastic eye for detail and creates stunning spaces with her unique designs to make your property stand out from the crowd. Tash's communication is brilliant, keeping you informed at every stage of the process!
Sam Carter, SJC Property Developments
We are a short term rental management company based in Cambridge, we needed fast property staging and room planning. Styled Home Design exceeded our expectations, the photography has resulted in a very profitable launch. Our guests love the design. Natasha was so easy to work with, she translated my ideas into amazing room designs. We will continue to work together
Nicky Brewin, Brewin Properties
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