Interior design journal
Practical guides from the studio’s work: how to choose stone and worktops, how to plan light and joinery, and what to know before choosing an interior designer. Written plainly, without price lists.
Hiring a designer
How to choose an interior designer, and what to ask at the first meeting
How to choose an interior designer: what to check in a portfolio, which deliverables to ask for, who runs the site, and what to ask about the proposal.
Architect vs interior designer: what’s the difference, and when do you need both?
Architect or interior designer? Who signs permit applications, when a renovation in Israel needs an architect or engineer, and what a designer leads.
What an interior designer costs in Israel, and how to compare proposals
How much does an interior designer cost in Israel? The four fee models, what makes the work cost more or less, and how to compare proposals line by line.
Materials & details
Choosing kitchen countertop stone: the material, finish and details that shape the look
Choosing kitchen countertop stone: marble and natural stone, quartz and porcelain compared on stains, heat and care, plus finishes, islands and sinks.
Travertine in interior design: where to use it, and how to care for it
Travertine in interior design: filled or unfilled, honed or polished, where it suits a home, what to pair it with and how to protect it from acid marks.
Home lighting design: light in layers, warm and precise
A home lighting design guide: three layers, warm light and CRI, concealed light in niches and behind mirrors, lighting stone and wood, and when to plan it.
Custom joinery: how to design wardrobes, bookcases and wood walls that belong to the home
Custom joinery design guide: veneer or solid wood, light or dark oak, shadow gaps, integrated handles, vents, lighting and drawings for the joiner.
Style
Warm minimalist interior design: a few good materials, used well
Warm minimalist interior design: stone, oak, linen and soft light. How it differs from cold minimalism and Japandi, and how to apply it room by room.
Planning a renovation or a new home?
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