National Design Academy

Owning a home may seem unattainable for many, making it increasingly essential to create a true sense of home in rental spaces.

But personalisation doesn't have to come at the cost of your deposit, swipe through to get innovative ideas on how you can upgrade your space 🤍 or check out our blog on rental hacks! https://www.nda.ac.uk/blog/stylish-rental-hacks/

Another fantastic week in-studio! 🩵

It was great to welcome more of our Professional Interior Design Diploma students to our Nottingham studio and see the progress they're making as they continue their studies.

Developing new skills & refining their design ideas, we absolutely love watching their confidence and creativity grow throughout the course.

We're looking forward to seeing what they achieve in the weeks ahead as they work towards completing their diplomas and taking the next step in their interior design journey. ✨

Did you know that 85% of surveyed experts recommend using soft or warm whites for living areas when selling a home? 🏡Regardless of the facts, what do you personally recommend? Let us know below 💬

West Village Townhouse, designed by Jeremiah Brent and his husband Nate Berkus, showcases a home brimming with warmth and sophistication. Every detail from materials to colours have been thoughtfully chosen to reflect the designers personality and intention for the space 🤍

Creamy tones paired with warm wood and brass details foster a timeless, inviting ambiance with the photos by Nicole Franzen framing the beauty of each room, reminding us that a harmonious space comes from carefully selected furniture and use of colour.

An enchanting blend of homely warmth and effortless elegance, Italian Retreat by Katharine Pooley beautifully showcases the fusion of rustic charm with timeless sophistication, seamlessly integrating with the surrounding landscape🍋🏡

A key design insight here is that layering textures- such as natural stone, soft linens, and warm woods- plays a crucial role in creating spaces that feel both luxurious and inviting.

What’s your favorite project by Katharine Pooley? Share your inspiration in the comments below! 💬

Transform your kitchen with a few simple changes ✨

Check out our blog where we share quick and practical kitchen hacks to help you save space, stay organised, and refresh your home without the stress.

🔗 https://www.nda.ac.uk/blog/quick-and-simple-kitchen-hacks-for-interior-designers-to-elevate-their-clients-home-living/

"What I loved most was seeing my abstract ideas and creative instincts evolve into structured, professional design proposals." 💬

Jorge found his creative passion early on, but life got in the way of pursuing interior design- until now, when he can finally go after that dream ✨

Swipe through to see how Jorge’s abstract concepts evolve into fully realised ideas, or read his complete story on our blog! https://www.nda.ac.uk/blog/student-spotlight-jorge-casillas/ 🔗

What are the best kind of stores? 🤔

Interior design stores made by interior designers. Obviously. 🤷‍♀️

For Interior Designers, by Interior Designers, here are our top retail picks to help you decorate any space ⭐

RHS Chelsea Flower Show season means one thing: incredible garden inspiration everywhere you look. 🌷

Our garden design expert Gill shares a few of her favourite spaces, standout planting schemes, and must-see floral displays from this year’s event. 💙

Keep an eye out for her full roundup on our website soon, where she’ll be sharing all of her top picks. 🌸