Interview: Lucy Spray

Talking style with Lucy Spray

Tell us a little about what inspired you to set us your business? Well, I have always loved home interiors, fabrics and sewing! I spent many enjoyable years working in London, but decided the time had come to give up the commute and follow my passion. I retrained, gaining a Distinction and took the plunge. Working for myself and juggling a young family made practical sense and the balance worked well. Importantly, I truly believe that good home design should be accessible to everyone. We all deserve to live in a home where we feel we belong and can live our best lives.

How does your process work from receiving an initial enquiry? I have three different fixed-price services to choose from, ranging from a full re-design to a finishing touches service. You keep control of your budget and how much input you have. There are no hidden costs and you know exactly what I will provide. I take a friendly and relaxed approach and welcome all informal enquiries. After our initial chat, you complete a questionnaire so I get a better feel for what you are hoping to achieve. Then we meet, walk through the space together and discuss your likes and dislikes. I start with the floorplan, maximising the space with the optimum layout. We discuss colour and style and I recommend items such as furniture and lighting. I create a digital moodboard, recommending items such as furniture and lighting. This builds the picture of the finished room and I can provide all the product details to help with your shopping list. I can also help with paint and fabric samples, curtains and blinds. Styling notes help to guide you and I can recommend trusted tradespeople if required.

Is there a type of project that get you most excited? I genuinely enjoy all types of projects and part of the fun is the variety that this job brings. I must admit to getting excited about decorating children’s rooms. You can really have fun with these rooms and there are so many gorgeous products out there now for our little people.

What would you say are the most rewarding gains clients achieve from appointing you for their project? Reclaiming their home as their own and utilising every single room to its max. Turning an unloved, underused space into a stylish, valuable and useful room can truly change the way we live. Equally, if you are aiming to sell and move on, I can help give your home the best chance of achieving the price you want by creating that important good first impression and attracting the right target buyer.

Whats the most satisfying aspect of your job? I’m in my happy place when I’m sewing - I find it incredibly therapeutic! I can make bespoke Roman blinds and cushions for my clients which are an ideal finishing touch. But the most satisfying part is when I see the enthusiasm of my clients as they enjoy their finished rooms. It’s so rewarding to know I have really changed the way they use and feel about their home – that they are proud of their new space and want to show it off.

StyliSh, practical & friendly interior deSign advice & Styling

new home or unsure how to use your space? i can help you make your home really work for you – one to be proud of which truly represents you.

Or selling up and need to ensure that valuable first impression? i can help maximise interest from the right target buyer.