Business Details
Your Trusted Interior Design Partner in Devon
At Country & Coastal Interiors, we specialise in crafting timeless, inviting spaces that harmoniously blend old and new elements. With over two decades of experience, our approach prioritises creating sanctuaries that reflect clients' lifestyles while maintaining a relaxed, unpretentious aesthetic. We focus on enhancing original features, incorporating textured materials, and curating warm colour palettes to evoke a sense of familiarity and well-being. Our comprehensive service spans from initial concept development to final styling, including project management and sourcing unique vintage pieces.Client testimonials highlight our ability to transform functional spaces into emotionally resonant environments, with particular praise for our attention to detail and budget-conscious creativity. We serve both private residences and holiday properties, offering tailored solutions that balance practicality with character-driven design.
Services
Interior Design
Home Renovation
Space Planning
Styling & Decoration
Project Management
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of experience in residential interior design
- Specialist in combining vintage and contemporary elements
- Comprehensive project management from concept to completion
- Proven track record transforming properties into award-winning spaces
- Personalised approach with meticulous attention to detail
What people say
Transformed our home
Attention to detail
Absolute pleasure to work with
Budget-conscious creativity
Emotionally resonant spaces
Services
Interior Design
Our interior design service creates bespoke living spaces that balance timeless elegance with modern functionality. We develop tailored design schemes incorporating colour palettes, lighting plans, and furniture layouts. Specialising in both contemporary and period properties, we ensure every element works cohesively to reflect clients' personalities while maintaining practicality.
Home Renovation
From complete house overhauls to single-room renovations, we transform tired spaces into functional, beautiful environments. Our expertise includes structural modifications, kitchen and bathroom redesigns, and integrating modern amenities while preserving architectural character. Recent projects include converting farmhouses into open-plan family homes and upgrading holiday cottages to five-star standards.
Space Planning
We optimise spatial arrangements to maximise functionality and flow within residential properties. This includes furniture placement strategies, storage solutions, and reconfiguring layouts to enhance natural light and movement. Our approach ensures efficient use of space while maintaining aesthetic harmony throughout the home.
Styling & Decoration
Our styling service focuses on creating visually compelling interiors through curated accessories, soft furnishings, and artwork. We source unique vintage pieces and collaborate with local artisans to add character to spaces. This includes curtain and blind design, cushion fabrication, and selecting decorative elements that create cohesive, inviting environments.
Project Management
We provide comprehensive project management throughout the design process, coordinating tradespeople and suppliers to ensure timely delivery. Our service includes overseeing contractors, managing timelines, and quality control during installations. This end-to-end approach guarantees design integrity is maintained from concept development to the final styling stages.
People
Josephine Burlingham
Interior Designer
With over 20 years' experience, Josephine specialises in creating warm, character-filled interiors that blend vintage and contemporary elements. Her approach focuses on enhancing original features and using textured materials to create emotionally resonant spaces. Clients praise her attention to detail and ability to transform homes within budget constraints.
Questions
What areas do you cover for interior design projects?
We primarily work in Devon and surrounding areas, including both coastal and countryside locations.
Can you help with both modern and period properties?
Yes, we specialise in blending vintage and contemporary elements for all property types, from thatched cottages to Georgian townhouses.
Do you work within specific budget ranges?
We tailor our services to various budgets, with particular expertise in achieving high-impact results through creative sourcing and prioritisation.
How long does a typical interior design project take?
Project timelines vary depending on scope, but we provide clear schedules and manage all aspects to ensure efficient completion.
What makes your approach different from other designers?
Our signature style combines timeless elegance with practicality, focusing on creating emotionally resonant spaces that evolve naturally over time.
