5 Lessons we Learnt (or were reminded of) in 2025
If we could summarise 2025 in one statement, it would probably be the year of “growth, gratitude and – at times – just getting through it!” As we gear up for our eighth Christmas at Wells & Maguire, we thought we’d allow ourselves the opportunity to look back on the year and reflect on the […]
A Spotlight on the Much-Loved Fireplace
At this time of year, there’s nothing we love more than settling down in front of the fire with good company and a glass of red come the evening. The fact that videos of fireplaces are live-streamed and rack up hundreds of millions of views on YouTube each year shows we’re clearly not alone in […]
A Spotlight on the Colour Blue – Why We Love It and How to Use It in Your Home
In colour theory, blue is often associated with calm, clarity and trust – and when you think about where we see it in nature (the sky, sea, or water more generally), it’s easy to see why. It’s soothing, serene and feels both timeless and grounding… which is probably why it appears in so many of […]
Tales of Transformation: A Master Bathroom in Penarth
There’s nothing more satisfying than when a client falls in love with our work through photographs and gets in touch as a result… And that’s exactly what happened with this project – a beautifully renovated and restored Victorian family home in South Wales which, once upon a time, operated as a nursing home! While we […]
Tales of Transformation: A Detached Family Home in South London
Situated in South London, our clients had the good sense to see beyond the (extremely dated) aesthetics when they first viewed this detached Victorian home by the River Thames. Think dark green entrance hall, brown carpets, walls ranging from magenta to bright yellow, and dated fabrics in clashing prints – and you’ll get a good […]
Behind the Scenes on Shoot Days with Paul Craig
Given that we’ve worked with Paul Craig – the photographer who captures all our projects – since the very early days of Wells and Maguire, we thought we’d mix things up this month and share a little behind-the-scenes insight into what really goes into a shoot day. Why? Because, first and foremost, we absolutely love […]
Tales of Transformation: From Plain London Flat to Sophisticated City Apartment
This month, we’re shining the spotlight on a two-bedroom apartment in South East London – a project we completed in 2022 – to bust the myth that interior designers are only for those with giant, detached homes. We’re also hoping to quietly challenge a couple of other misconceptions! Namely: A few years ago, our client […]
Tales of Transformation – A Characterful Country Cottage in Surrey
It’s only natural that, seven years into running our interior design company, we’ve developed tried-and-tested colour palettes that we know from experience will stand the test of time. We know what works, what doesn’t. What we like, what we don’t. And we have a list of go-to suppliers that never fail us. That being said, […]
Tales of Transformation: From Methodist Church to Modern Family Home
After last month’s nostalgic look back at seven incredible years in business, we’re thrilled to be diving into another ‘Tale of Transformation’ – this time, a former Methodist Church turned contemporary home for a wonderful family in South Wales. With major structural changes, full-scale decoration, and carefully considered furnishing, this was one of our most […]
Celebrating 7 Years of Wells and Maguire
As we write this, it’s twenty past four on a weekday afternoon. We’re currently on a site install, munching on ham sandwiches and Hula Hoops to refuel (!) and have been reminiscing about the past few years, following our 7th year in business this month. On the 16th of March, 2018, we (Danielle & Emily) […]
Tales of Transformation: A Living Room in Monmouthshire
We really enjoyed bringing you our first tale of transformation at the start of the year (if you missed it, catch up here). For that reason, we’ve decided to spotlight another successful makeover this month. This time, we’re featuring a stunning living room in an old school building-turned-private home on the South Wales border. Covered […]
Tales of Transformation: A Master Bathroom in Surrey
We don’t know about you, but for us, the start of a new year always sparks conversations about transformation and growth. Whether in our personal lives or within Wells and Maguire, we’re constantly seeking out areas to improve. That’s why we thought we’d kick off January’s blog with the launch of our ‘Tales of Transformation’ […]