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Bridging the Gap: Are you an Overseas Property Owner in London?
Overseas investors in London Property?
Susan Van Meter
Jun 23, 2024


7 Great Reasons to Use an Interior Designer
Good interior design can significantly impact a property's value and contribute to its market appeal, aesthetics, functionality, and...
Susan Van Meter
Apr 14, 2024


Our Christmas Gift To You!
With only 8 weeks to Christmas, it’s a good time to start thinking about that New Year project. In spite of the economic turmoil, here at...
Susan Van Meter
Nov 5, 2022


Healthy Paints update - the best non-toxic paints for your home.
I see new paint companies coming onto the market frequently, so, I thought it best to update my list of sustainable and healthy interior...
Susan Van Meter
Sep 10, 2022


Trade Discounts: How Interior Designers Can Save You Money
Product purchasing for an interior design project.
Susan Van Meter
Jul 23, 2022


Ukrainian Design Spotlight
Ukraine is a country rich in culture and creativity. Thriving with talented architects and interior designers. Here we will highlight them.
Susan Van Meter
Mar 30, 2022


Eco-Kitchen: Worktops & Backsplash
Natural stone, mainly granite, has dominated kitchen and bathroom design. Quartz is having it's turn in the spotlight
Susan Van Meter
Feb 8, 2022


Eco-Kitchen: Cabinets & Storage
I believe our kitchens should be designed and built to last. They should be timeless, but with lots of personality and character - which...
Susan Van Meter
Feb 7, 2022


Eco-Kitchen: Layout & Open Plan Pros and Cons
The kitchen is no longer just a practical and functional preparation space. With a shift towards socializing in the kitchen, it’s become...
Susan Van Meter
Feb 7, 2022


Ten Interior Design Trends for 2022
Our homes should be collected, not decorated. A collection of what we love. A meaningful space that tells a story of who we are. With...
Susan Van Meter
Jan 10, 2022


The Shoffice: Adding A Room To Your Garden
Do you dream of having some extra space but don't want to go to the hassle of extending? Would you love to have a dedicated separate...
Susan Van Meter
Jan 10, 2022


Biophilic City Sophistication.
Can an interior be sophisticated and sustainably luxurious and still have elements of Biophilia within it? Yes, I believe it can. Our...
Susan Van Meter
Jan 6, 2022


Top Eco-Friendly Ski Resorts: Going Green to Stay White
What are the environmental impacts of ski tourism? These resorts are making changes to make it more sustainable!
Susan Van Meter
Dec 6, 2021


We're Dreaming of a Green Christmas: A Guide To Making This Your Most Eco-friendly Christmas Yet!
How to have a more eco-friendly Christmas: Sustainable tips, tricks, and ideas!
Susan Van Meter
Dec 3, 2021


Light Your Fire With Our Christmas Eco Tips!
The image of a roaring fire and stockings hung from the mantel is an image many of us have grown up with. It immediately says "Christmas...
Susan Van Meter
Dec 2, 2021


10 Interior Design Tips to Help Reduce Climate Change.
Climate Change and COP26 - How can we as interior designers and consumers help when it comes to our homes? The UK has hosted global world...
Susan Van Meter
Nov 12, 2021


Step 5 - Energy - Five Steps for Designing a Sustainable Luxury Bathroom!
Part five of our bite-sized articles on bathrooms in sustainable interior design. This week, it's energy. 40% OF UK EMISSIONS COME FROM...
Susan Van Meter
Aug 28, 2021


Step 3 - Marble Alternatives - Five Steps for Designing a Sustainable Luxury Bathroom!
MARBLE - SHOULD WE USE IT? Here at SVM Interiors, we are creating homes with an emphasis on the health and wellness of families,...
Susan Van Meter
Aug 1, 2021


Residential listed building consent and what it means?
Do you know when to apply? As we work in London on luxury residential interior designed homes, some of our projects fall into the listed...
Susan Van Meter
Jun 13, 2021


How To Design Delicious Dining Rooms That Don't Cost The Earth!
Delicious Dining Rooms. Are they redundant now? Do we need a separate dining room anymore? This is an age-old topic and one that won’t go...
Susan Van Meter
Feb 14, 2021
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