Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Bespoke Interior Designers in Hampshire
Established in 1973, Cover Up Designs has been delivering professional interior design services across Hampshire and Berkshire for nearly five decades. Our expertise spans handcrafted curtains, blinds, soft furnishings, and bespoke upholstered furniture, including our renowned kidney-shaped dressing tables. Under the leadership of Head of Design Jennifer, our team combines generational knowledge with modern innovation to create tailored solutions for residential projects. With a client-centric approach, we prioritise understanding individual lifestyles to deliver functional yet aesthetically pleasing spaces. Our extensive design library features materials from 250+ global suppliers, ensuring access to premium fabrics, wallpapers, and trimmings.The team specialises in both full home refurbishments and smaller projects, maintaining exacting standards through meticulous craftsmanship. Sarah, our in-house upholsterer, brings technical precision to restoration work, while Alison ensures seamless studio operations. We serve local, national, and international clients, offering home consultations and studio appointments. Our commitment to quality extends to outdoor living spaces, incorporating durable fabrics for exterior settings. Every project reflects our philosophy that interior design should harmonise with the client's unique needs and aspirations.
Services
Curtains & Blinds
Soft Furnishings
Upholstered Furniture
Restoration Services
Design Consultations
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- 50 years of specialist interior design experience
- Access to 250+ global fabric and trim suppliers
- Dedicated team with decades of technical expertise
- Client-focused approach prioritising lifestyle needs
- Comprehensive restoration and reupholstery services
Services
Curtains & Blinds
Handmade curtains and blinds tailored to exact specifications. Our team professionally measures, creates, and installs window treatments using premium materials. The design studio offers extensive fabric selections to complement any interior scheme, ensuring perfect functionality and aesthetic appeal for both traditional and contemporary settings.
Soft Furnishings
Custom cushions, quilts, and bedspreads crafted by experienced seamstresses. Each piece undergoes meticulous hand-finishing to exacting standards. Available in diverse styles from traditional eiderdowns to modern valances, these accessories enhance bedroom and living spaces with bespoke textile solutions matching individual decor preferences.
Upholstered Furniture
Handmade decorative furniture designed to complement existing interiors. Our craftsmen produce made-to-measure pieces including signature kidney-shaped dressing tables. Clients may select from existing designs or collaborate on unique creations that integrate seamlessly with their interior design projects, combining functionality with artistic craftsmanship.
Restoration Services
Professional reupholstery and restoration of cherished furniture pieces. Specialising in preserving historical integrity while updating functionality, our experts handle items ranging from classic buttoned benches to eclectic modern designs. This service extends the lifespan of treasured possessions through careful material selection and traditional techniques.
Design Consultations
Personalised design guidance based on lifestyle requirements. The team conducts home consultations to assess spatial needs, considering factors like family dynamics and accessibility. Services include colour scheme selection, fabric recommendations, and comprehensive planning to create cohesive interiors that balance aesthetics with practical living requirements.
People
Jennifer
Head of Design
With decades of experience in textiles and interior design, Jennifer leads creative projects having studied architecture through family influence and formal education. She specialises in adapting traditional elements for modern living spaces, managing European and UK projects including historic buildings.
Alison
Studio Manager
Originally a client, Alison now oversees daily studio operations after six years with the company. She maintains organisational efficiency while balancing family life with her two daughters, often accompanied by her Irish Terrier Pippa at work.
Sarah
In-house Upholsterer
Sarah has spent nine years transforming furniture through precise upholstery work after formal training in traditional techniques. Her client-focused approach combines technical skill with aesthetic sensitivity, specialising in restoring damaged pieces to their former glory while meeting modern functionality requirements.
Questions
What interior design services do you offer?
We provide made-to-order curtains, blinds, soft furnishings, bespoke upholstered furniture, and restoration services. Our team also offers full design consultations for residential projects.
Do you work on listed buildings?
Yes, our team has extensive experience managing interior design projects for listed buildings, maintaining historical integrity while incorporating modern functionality.
Can you assist with outdoor living spaces?
We offer weather-resistant fabric solutions for outdoor areas, ensuring comfort and durability while maintaining aesthetic continuity with interior design schemes.
How do you approach family-friendly design?
Our designers consider practical requirements for families, recommending durable materials and layouts that accommodate children, pets, and accessibility needs without compromising style.
Do you source international materials?
We maintain relationships with over 250 global suppliers, providing access to premium fabrics, wallpapers, and trimmings from leading international manufacturers.
Can you visit my property for consultations?
Yes, we offer home design consultations across Hampshire, Berkshire, and further afield to assess your space and discuss tailored interior solutions.
