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Residential Interiors Design

Studio Arkell is happy to be able to offer residential interior design in Christchurch and the surrounding area. This service can be added to any architectural design we may have drawn up for you, beautifully completing your project, or be a project entirely on its own.

We have many years of experience creating cohesive interior schemes ranging from a simple colour palette for a single room to complex whole house reconfigurations and renovations, including kitchen and bathroom design, soft furnishings and bespoke furniture pieces, and just about anything in between!

We can offer design only, where a bespoke scheme is designed for you to implement yourselves, or we can deliver the design and implementation from start to finish, using our own portfolio of experienced contractors.

Contact us today to book a no-obligation initial meeting with our experts. Call us on 01202 232423.

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Our Range Of Interior Design Services

Interior design services are available in a variety of forms, from concept and colour design to layouts and sourcing furnishings. Plus, each of these services can be used as a design only or a design and install service.

At Studio Arkell, we offer a flexible and comprehensive residential interior design service, meaning we can work in a way that suits you. Our services include:

  • Design only - we will create mood boards and designs for you to implement within your space. These are often basic ideas, colour palettes and furniture ideas. The layout can be left for you to decide as you put it all together.

  • Design and install - we will work with you to design a layout, colour and pattern scheme. These designs will include specific detailing about furniture, placement, and materials. We will then implement the designs within the space.

  • One-room design - using either of the above service levels, we will design one room for you.

  • Multi-room design - we can design multiple rooms in your home, either providing concepts and ideas or fitting it all out. Whether you are looking for a continuous flow throughout the rooms or individual styles, we can bring your vision to life.

If you would like to learn more about our interior design services in Christchurch, book a meeting with our specialist design team. Call us on 01202 232423.

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What Does Residential Interior Design Include?

There are many aspects to residential interior design, and bringing them all together to complement each other can be an art form. However, this doesn’t mean that every aspect needs to be included in the service you use.

When working with us, we can help with;

  • Decor and accessories

  • Storage solutions

  • Functional aspects

  • Architectural details

  • Spacing and layout planning

  • Colour schemes

  • Lighting design

  • Furniture selection

  • Materials and finishes

Our experts can create designs that incorporate any combination of these aspects, enabling you to create a dream space that matches the function of that room.

Discuss what you might be looking for with our team today. Call us on 01202 232423.

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Why Choose Studio Arkell For Your Residential Interior Design Project?

With a wealth of knowledge and a passion for residential interior design, Studio Arkell aspires to bring your visions to life. Our team are often chosen for a number of reasons.

Experience

We have worked with many clients across the South Coast to design beautiful and functional spaces. Projects have ranged from single-room concepts to multi-room designs and installations. We utilise our experience and knowledge to further our ideas and enhance our customer experience.

Passion

Our team are passionate about what they do, and it shows through in their work. No project is too big or too small, and a challenge is always relished. Our love for interior design shines through in our dedication to providing quality designs that meet your exact requirements for each room.

Flexibility

Our interior design service can be exactly what you need it to be. Whether you are looking for some visual concepts for one room or a full design and fitting service for several rooms, we can provide it.

Bespoke

Everyone is looking for something different, which is why we approach every project as an individual. We work collaboratively with you to understand what you are looking for so that we can make your dreams a reality. Every design is bespoke to the customer and their needs.

We are always excited to hear about your new project, so book a free, no-obligation meeting with us today. We will discuss what you are looking for and how we can help.

Call us on 01202 232423 today.

01202 232423

5 Castle St, Christchurch,
Dorset, BH23 1DP

info@studioarkell.com

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Interior Design

We can also assist with interiors specifications — for example, kitchen layouts, bespoke joinery, finishes, and fittings.

We can prepare a tailored quote based on the level of detail and input you’d like from us. The more information we specify upfront together, the smoother the build process will be, and the more accurate your contractor’s costings will be, helping to avoid unexpected costs.

This scope would be agreed under a fixed fee.

Pre Application

If the proposed scheme is particularly large, complex, or potentially contentious, we may recommend submitting a pre-application enquiry to the local planning authority before proceeding with a full planning application. This can help clarify requirements, identify potential issues early, and improve the chances of a successful outcome.

This scope would be agreed under a fixed fee.

BREGs

After planning approval, the final stage is Technical Design, where we create detailed Building Regulation Drawings (BREGs).

A few important notes:

  • You’ll need Building Control sign-off for the build. This can be done through the local authority or privately, with fees paid directly to Building Control.

  • We can introduce you to trusted local structural engineers, or we’re happy to collaborate with any chartered engineer of your choice. Their fees are separate and payable directly to them.

  • We can also introduce you to reputable builders we regularly work with, if needed.

Our fees are split into two payments: 50% upon instruction and 50% upon issue of the drawings to Building Control.

Planning

Once you’re happy with the proposed design, we’ll prepare your planning application pack.

A typical planning submission includes:

  • Location & Block Plan

  • Existing Plans & Elevations

  • Proposed Plans & Elevations (including coloured elevations)

  • Proposed Site Plan

  • Design & Access Statement

We’ll handle the submission on your behalf and liaise with the council throughout, keeping you updated every step of the way.

Our fees are split into two payments: 50% upon instruction and 50% upon submission of the application.

Concept

This is the exciting part — shaping a design that’s perfectly suited to you.

After our initial consultation, we’ve prepared a brief and a list of drawing deliverables. Here’s how this stage works: We start with a site survey to produce accurate existing plans and elevations. We then develop proposed design drawings based on the agreed brief. Once ready, we’ll invite you to our office for a design review. We’ll refine the design based on your feedback and issue a final drawing pack for you to sign off. Our fees are split into two payments: 50% upon instruction and 50% upon issue of the drawings.