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Advice, trends and inspiration for your interior in French-speaking Switzerland.
Colours, materials and moodboards: defining your interior
A coherent interior does not come from a colour chart but from an idea: how to build a moodboard that makes decisions, give a palette hierarchy, test tones in your own light and combine materials that speak to each other.
Designing an entryway that works for you
The entryway is the most crossed and least designed room in the home. Functions to cover, ergonomics, materials that take daily wear, narrow corridors and rented flats: how to turn a cluttered landing into an entryway that truly works.
Bespoke furniture in a rented apartment: what is actually possible
Renting does not condemn you to catalogue furniture: with reversible systems, freestanding pieces and a written agreement with your landlord, bespoke work can transform a rented home without damaging it. What is possible, what needs consent, and how to do it cleanly.
Wood or Stone Worktop: A Choice for Every Kitchen
Wood or stone for your kitchen worktop? Warmth and patina against hardness and calm: care, lifespan and budget — and how to decide based on your cooking habits.
Bespoke bathroom storage and finishes that last
A bathroom is judged by use, not just by installation. Storage zones designed for humidity, materials that work for you, finishes that endure: how to turn the smallest room into one that lasts.
Building-permit timelines in the Romand cantons: plan ahead so your project is not blocked
Building permits in the Romand cantons: what needs a permit, the main procedural steps, indicative timelines by canton, and how to plan ahead so your renovation is not delayed.
Durable materials: choosing and caring for your interior every day
Wood, high-pressure laminate, stone, glass: which materials make an interior last, how to care for them with simple weekly habits, and why durability is decided as much by construction as by use.
Ergonomic kitchen design: building your worktop around your movements
A comfortable kitchen is not just about beautiful lines — it lives in the work triangle, worktop heights and storage zones designed around your movement. How to design it bespoke for your daily life.
Common interior layout mistakes — and how to avoid them
Avoiding the most common interior layout mistakes: circulation, lighting, furniture scale and storage — and the simple fixes that make a room comfortable rather than just pretty.
Phasing a renovation: where should you start?
Phase-by-phase renovation: start with what protects the building, set a logical workflow, phase the budget and decide whether to live on site. Where — and with what — to begin in Switzerland.
How to Design a Home Office in Switzerland: A Tailored Space That Helps You Focus
Designing a home office in Switzerland: the foundations of ergonomics, natural light, managing noise, bespoke storage and warm materials to help you work well from home.
Open-plan vs closed kitchen: how to choose for your home
Open to the living room or shut behind a door? Price, storage, noise, odours, resale value — the right compromise depends on your room, your lifestyle and your budget. The Swiss view.
Interior lighting basics: how to light a room properly
Lighting a room is not just a bulb in the ceiling. Ambient, task and accent layers, colour temperature, smart placement — the basics for a comfortable Swiss home.
How to measure a room before a bespoke project
A bespoke project starts on the ground: reliable dimensions, levels and neighbouring trades avoid surprises at installation. Here is how to measure a room properly before bringing in a craftsman.
Small Spaces: Flow, Light and Functional Furniture
A small space isn't filled, it's designed: map the circulation, let the light in and choose furniture that works for the room — functional and welcoming, without touching the walls.
How to Maximise Wardrobe Storage Without Expanding
A full wardrobe isn't an optimised one: use the height, position rails and shelves well, densify with drawers and accessories, and add space without building an inch more.
Choosing Materials for a Swiss Interior: Wood, Brass, Stone, Laminate
Wood, brass, stone or laminate: how to choose materials for a Swiss interior. Character, budget, care and day-to-day durability, material by material.
Bespoke vs Off-the-Shelf Furniture: What Really Changes
Off-the-shelf or bespoke: the difference isn't just price. Lead times, fit, materials, durability — here's what genuinely changes for your room.
Decorating a Small Apartment: Space-Saving Ideas That Keep the Style
Small apartment design guide: layout-first strategy, honest editing, vertical storage, dual-purpose furniture, light and colour tricks, and bespoke solutions for awkward corners.
Bespoke Lead Times: From Order to Installation
Bespoke project lead times in Switzerland: quoting, workshop fabrication, delivery and installation — and how to fit that timeline into a realistic plan.
How to Prepare Your Renovation Project Before Contacting a Craftsman
Renovation or made-to-measure furniture: how to prepare your project before contacting a craftsman so you get accurate, comparable quotes and a result to match.
Bringing Autumn Into Your Swiss Home: Warm Materials, Soft Light, Calm Spaces
Autumn and well-being at home: natural materials, soft layered light, cosy corners and a few simple rules for a warmer, calmer interior.
How Much Does a Bespoke Kitchen Cost in Switzerland?
How much a bespoke kitchen costs in Switzerland: what drives the quote, materials, the ranges to budget for, and the questions to ask before you sign.
Bespoke Wardrobe: Cost, Materials and Design Tips
Bespoke wardrobes in Switzerland: price ranges, materials to favour, sliding doors and tips for reclaiming space with smart storage.
Bespoke Furniture: Cost, Materials and When It’s Worth It
Bespoke furniture in Switzerland: what drives the price, materials, lead times and how to know when made-to-measure is worth it for your room.