Why My Designs are All About You

Hello! I’m Holly from Holly Scott Interior Design, but I like to call myself the Happy Home Designer. I believe that well-designed homes don’t just look good—but feel good. A happy home, in my view, makes happier people, and I design with that in mind.

Recently, someone asked me, “Is it possible to design an unhappy home?” And yes, it absolutely is! Even the most beautiful spaces can feel wrong if they’re not designed around the people who live in them. My approach to design goes beyond the latest trends, I focus on creating spaces that truly reflect my clients’ unique tastes and lifestyles. Here’s how I make it happen:

Decorex 2024: Key Interior Design Trends Defining the Year ahead

Decorex 2024 was a stunning showcase of the latest in interior design, offering a glimpse into the trends that will shape our homes and spaces for the coming year. This year, there was a strong focus on sustainability, personalisation, and the tactile luxury of natural materials. The event highlighted how thoughtful design is becoming the foundation of modern interiors, creating environments that feel not only beautiful but meaningful. Here's a look at the standout trends that dominated Decorex 2024.

Autumn has arrived, and it’s time to transform your home into a warm, inviting retreat. With a few simple updates, you can make your space feel like a cosy haven to enjoy those crisp evenings indoors. Here are my top tips to create that snug, autumnal vibe for your home this season.

This is a fundamental principle in interior design known as the 60-30-10 rule. This simple yet powerful framework can help you create beautifully balanced and harmonious spaces in your home. Let's explore how you can apply it to elevate your decor.

Window seats are a great addition to any home, offering a cosy nook for reading, relaxing, or simply enjoying the view. With a bit of creativity and thoughtful design, you can transform a simple window seat into a standout feature in your home. Here are some interior design tips to help you create the perfect window seat.

Balancing on trend elements with timeless design can be challenging but rewarding. This approach ensures your home feels fresh and modern while remaining stylish and enduring. Here are my top five tips to strike the perfect balance between the latest trends and timeless design.

The subject of colour drenching has come up a few times this week both in my online colour workshop and also in my private interior design consultations, so as it’s a hot topic I wanted to share some more about it with you. In the ever-evolving world of interior design, trends come and go, but some techniques stand the test of time, captivating designers and homeowners alike with their timeless appeal. I’m all about creating homes which make you happy rather than following trends and this is one technique which I feel can make a fabulous impact on your home. Colour drenching has been making waves in recent years – a transformative approach to decorating that involves saturating a space with a single, dominant hue. Let's delve into the world of colour drenching and discover how this simple yet powerful technique can breathe new life into your home.