Northampton, Northamptonshire
Ellen has always had a passion for Interior Design and trained professionally with Rhodec International. With many years experience of being involved creatively in design projects, the Interior Design studio began in 2011 with the aim of providing personally designed interior solutions, creating beautiful homes for everyday living.
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3 customer reviews
Pala
I want to start with thanking Ellen for all the time and effort you put into making the soft furnishing.
I found Ellen very easy to talk, she is a good listener and nothing was too much for her.
When my original curtain fabric had to be returned i was in a dilemma on what to use. Ellen found me the perfect fabric which showed she understood me completely. Ellen spent a lot of time providing me with exactly what I wanted and did not try to influence me. She got to know exactly what i wanted and even what i didnt know i wanted! The end product, all the soft furnishing was beyond my initial expectations. I am so very happy with everything. I also found Ellen a perfectionist in a good way, she thought about how everything would look in minute detail. A true professional, who took time to understand what was needed and never rushed anything at the same time meeting all deadlines. I would not hesitate to recommend Ellen's services and would contact her for any designs projects at the house in the future. Thank you Ellen. Regards X
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Caroline
Residential Interior Designers
I found Ellen to be extremely professional. Her designs were presented in a timely manner to a very high standard and she was always accommodating to any requests to change. I wanted to keep costs down by keeping some existing items and Ellen came up with ideas to both enhance them and ensure they blended in with the newly suggested materials. Ellen went above and beyond to provide exemplary customer service and I would have no hesitation in recommending her work. More...
Joanna jones
I purchased 2 lovely silver giraffe sculptures from Ellen. They were exactly as described and well packaged and communication was above and beyond. Thank you.
What’s your interior design process?
An initial first meeting is always helpful, not only for me to see the space for designing but to have an informal chat with the client to determine the brief, what they would like to achieve from the design, a budget that they may have in mind and timescale for the work.
From the meeting, I then establish the design time required for the project and will forward a proposal for designer fees and what this includes.
When an agreement is reached, the design process begins. Researching, sourcing, sketches for room layouts and plans, scale drawings, acquiring fabric, wall and flooring samples and much more. As each design is unique to the individual the process varies along the way.
Design/concept boards, drawings, report of where to purchase and cost of suggested items are produced together with any samples acquired.
On presentation of the designs the client has the option of either implementing the designs themselves using the information given, or to opt for project co-ordination, where the designer oversees the whole project.
Which interior design styles can you cater for?
I work with all Interior Design styles. Most clients have an idea of the style they are looking for which is a good starting point, but if you’re unsure we can go through style options together.
What do you love most about your job?
I would say that the best part of any design is seeing the whole project come together. From the design concept, through to the completed dressed property. As well as my clients having a home they can be proud of that is unique and functional for them.
What inspired you to start your own business?
Interior Design is something I have loved for many years and after training professionally I gained experience through personal projects. Having my own design business was always something I’d aspired to achieve and so the design studio, Ellen Robinson Designs, began in 2011.
Why should our clients choose you?
I listen to my clients to gain an understanding of what they would like to achieve from the design and their likes and dislikes. This enables me to produce bespoke designs that suit you and your family, are stylish but functional.
My working relationship with clients is to always have their best interests as priority, to be reliable and can always be contacted with any queries along the way.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
The design services can initially begin online or remotely by phone, email or video call appointments. However for those who prefer not to do this I can still visit providing all guidelines are met to keep us both safe in the current situation.
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
There is the option of working online and remotely with the client to provide the designs required or in cases where this is not possible all precautions are taken by wearing masks, sanitising and distancing.
Interior Design
For residential or commercial properties.