Designing for the long term- choosing longevity over trends
Hero designs were made to last a lifetime, which is why, at AMC Design, we focus on longevity of style over trends when designing a new scheme for our clients. Before taking the plunge however and purchasing those pieces you’ve always wanted, it is worth thinking...
How to inject colour into your kitchen with these 4 expert tips
Homeowners in the UK are getting braver with the use of colour and I love to see how this has gone beyond smaller rooms into larger spaces like the kitchen. We are embracing the way colour can impact kitchens both spatially and emotionally. Google searches for...
Designing for the long term- choosing longevity over trends
Hero designs were made to last a lifetime, which is why, at AMC Design, we focus on longevity of style over trends when designing a new scheme for our clients. Before taking the plunge however and purchasing those pieces you’ve always wanted, it is worth thinking...
8 ways to brighten up your home after Christmas
After the Christmas decorations have come down and the world goes back to normal, life can feel a bit bleak and bare. It is possible to brighten and freshen up your home while maintaining warmth and comfort. Here, interior designer, Ann Marie Cousins, owner of AMC...
Top Tips For Making Your Home Warm & Inviting In Colder Months
What are your top tips for making a room feel warm and inviting during colder UK months? How can seasonal colours, textures, and materials be used to create a cosy autumn-winter atmosphere? Colour temperature makes an enormous difference to the mood of a room, warmer...
Contemporary interiors where coastal views to take centre stage
Considered interior design alongside statement architecture allows the views off the coast of Guernsey to take centre stage Ann Marie Cousins, founder of AMC Design, was tasked with enhancing this stunning coastal property by adding warmth and style. Her goal was to...
How to create a sense luxe for your guests over the Christmas break?
Creating a luxurious, festive atmosphere in your home to welcome guests this Christmas doesn’t have to mean overspending. With a few clever design tips, you can elevate your space and make it feel more elegant and refined. Here, award-winning interior designer, Ann...
10 reasons to choose an interior designer for your next project
On the face of it a renovation or redecoration project might seem like something to take on yourself. However, it is no simple task. There are so many design decisions to be made and questions to be asked and it can feel overwhelming and stressful very quickly. An...
5 ways to change a room with colour
A clever combination of colours in interior design can create harmonious spaces which look and feel great. Colour can also change the sense of space, amplitude and dimension of a room. For example, low ceilings can appear higher and long spaces can be transformed into...
Period homes and how to celebrate them
From the townhouses of our spa towns to the Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian properties abound across the UK, such properties hold a special place in the nation’s affections. Each represents a different period in architecture, a different era in society and all hold...
AMC Design is shortlisted as finalist for design award
We are thrilled to announce that AMC Design has been shortlisted as a finalist at an internationally recognised awards programme celebrating design excellence across a broad range of interior sectors. AMC Design’s ‘North House’ project has been shortlisted for the...
Bringing Victorian Splendour into the 21st Century
THE BRIEF This project is an extended Victorian property in the middle of a beautiful Yorkshire village. It has five bedrooms, three reception rooms and a conservatory. Though the traditional exterior remained intact, a prior owner had removed almost all of...
Bespoke Interior Design Done The Right Way
In the next in our series of guest blogs, we welcome bespoke upholsterer Emma Patchett to share some of her wisdom about the best way to go bespoke. Who to talk to, which questions to ask, and what she loves most about her job. Yorkshire born and bred; Emma Patchett...
Inspiration from London Design Week
As an interior designer, I am so lucky to have colleagues and associates with an abundance of talent from whom I continuously draw inspiration. Each year, I take the time to venture away from my Yorkshire roots to meet and reacquaint myself with my industry delving...
Why should I use an interior designer for my project?
STREAMLINING THE REDESIGN: WHY SHOULD I HIRE AN INTERIOR DESIGNER FOR MY PROJECT? Hiring an interior designer offers numerous advantages when it comes to streamlining the redesign process. Their expertise ensures a cohesive and professionally executed outcome,...
How do I cosy up my home for winter?
Though the snow has temporarily passed, it is absolutely winter outside. Here in Yorkshire, the wind is whipping up the moor, frost is on the ground and we are all wrapping-up warm against the cold. Inside, however, is our haven away from the winter chill and it's...
AMC Design Wins Prestigious International Design Award
News update! AMC Design has been awarded the overall winner award of the Residential Budget Up to £50,000 category at the prestigious SBID International Design Awards. Receiving the accolade at the awards ceremony held at the five star Landmark Hotel in London on...
AMC Design Shortlisted For SBID Award and Northern Design Award
We have been shortlisted as a finalist in the Interior Design Practice category of the coveted 2023 Northern Design Awards and in the Residential Budget Up to £50,000 category of the SBID International Design Awards. Having received a record number of entries, the...
How to incorporate family heirlooms into your home
Incorporating family heirlooms into your new home adds a touch of timeless elegance and sentimental value. These cherished possessions, passed down through generations, hold stories and memories that make your house truly feel like a home. Embrace the tradition and...
Taking The Hassle Away (AKA Why Interiors Isn’t Just Pretty Colours)
There is nothing more exciting, and daunting, than the renovation of a home. We all dream of the perfect Eden, our idyll of personal creativity behind our front door, which perfectly reflects each aspect of our personality. Whilst for some, the thought of actually...
The psychology of colour and why brown gives me the blues
How we react to the colour brown Colour plays an inherent part in the human psyche. There are widely held beliefs that colours can evoke emotions ranging from the anger of red, to the pacifying tones of green, but I feel there is another force at play – the psychology...
A Riot Of Colour, An Office Move and A Family Trip To London
Interiors news: a riot of colour June? Really, we’re at the end of June already? I mean thank God for the blue skies and sun after a dismal May but I’m struggling to work out how we’ve ended up here. Swapping God's own for the big smoke One thing I definitely remember...
How To Create A Lighting Scheme To Create Practical & Beautiful Spaces
Let's shine a light in all the right places How are you? What a weird, tough start to 2021. New Year really feels like a lot longer than two weeks ago doesn’t it, but you know what? I don’t want to dwell on the headlines because this blog is a distraction. It’s an...
The Power of Paint
The Power of Paint In a bid to bring some cheer to our lives, this month’s blog is all about being brave with colour. From beige to green: a living room transformed Colour is something that I’m known for in my interiors design schemes and my clothing. I mean, I’m sat...
Gallery Walls – Part 1
Gallery walls- part 1 Also known as how to do a gallery wall without driving yourself potty. My guide to gallery walls Choose pictures you love This might seem obvious, but gallery walls are all about you. This is where you get to show off your child's treasured...
Gallery Walls – Part 2
My top tips for gallery walls- part 2 Also known as how to avoid driving yourself crazy when creating a gallery wall Gallery walls 101 Which gallery wall? In my first blog I talked you through the first steps in putting your gallery wall together. This is where I go...