HEPBURN DESIGNS
Interior Design Services
"Deirdre has an amazing ability to see the potential in a space. Her layout suggestions completely transformed how we live in our home." S. Malone, Malahide
Practical interior advice
for busy people making important property decisions.
Drawing on more than two decades of professional experience and hundreds of completed projects, I help clients make confident design and property decisions with clarity, direction, and practical solutions.
Designer for a Day™
One focused day that gives you clarity, direction, and momentum.
Designer for a Day™
Virtual
Same great outcomes as in person but working remotely.
Ongoing Support
In Person & Virtual
When one day is jsut not enough - or you need a more tailored approach.
Lets´ Have a Chat
Call me for a free no obligation chat to see how I can help you with your project.
"Designer for a Day is an amazing service. Deirdre has an incredible eye for color and layout—helping us avoid expensive mistakes and completely transforming how we live in our home." — K. Quigley, Dublin
How It Works
IN PERSON OR VIRTUALLY - The same practical outcomes, delivered in the format that suits your project and location.
Delivered through the SPACE™ Method, Designer for a Day™ helps you make confident decisions, solve design challenges, and move your project forward quickly.
Whether you're furnishing a room, planning a renovation, preparing a property for sale, or evaluating a potential purchase, we spend the day working through your property, identifying opportunities, prioritising decisions, and creating practical solutions tailored to your goals, budget, and timeline.
By the end of the day, you'll have a clear action plan, realistic priorities, and the confidence to move forward.
Why Clients Work With Hepburn Designs
□ Transform Your Space Using What You Already Own
Work with existing furniture, artwork and accessories wherever possible.
□ Independent Advice
Recommendations based on your needs, not supplier commissions.
□ Solutions For Every Budget
From IKEA to bespoke joinery, we'll find the right solution.
□ A Place For Everything
Practical storage and organisation that supports how you live.
□ Trusted Suppliers & Trades
Built through years of renovation and property experience.
□ Clear Plans, Not Costly Mistakes
Know what to do, what not to do, and where to invest your money.
What To Expect
Before The Consultation
You'll complete a short questionnaire and share any relevant floor plans, drawings, photographs, or project information. This allows me to understand your property, priorities, challenges, and budget before we meet, ensuring we make the most of our time together.
During The Session
Using the SPACE™ Method, we'll review your property, identify opportunities, discuss priorities, and develop practical solutions tailored to your goals, budget, and timeline.
Depending on the project, we may address everything from furniture layouts and paint colours to kitchens, bathrooms, storage solutions, renovations, extensions, lighting, joinery, and property-related decisions.
After The Session
You'll leave with greater clarity, realistic priorities, and a practical action plan — whether you're furnishing a room, planning a renovation, preparing a property for sale, or evaluating a potential purchase.
Designer for a Day™ is one focused session that gives you clarity, direction, and momentum.
Delivered through the SPACE™ Method, it helps you make confident decisions, solve design challenges, and move your project forward quickly.
The SPACE™ Method
Developed through hundreds of client projects, renovations, Designer for a Day™ sessions and virtual consultations, the SPACE™ Method helps turn uncertainty into clarity and ideas into action.
Whether we work together in person or remotely, SPACE™ provides a structured framework for making confident property and design decisions.
S — Survey Space
We conduct a detailed assessment of your layout, spatial flow, natural light, functionality, and future potential — identifying what is working, what is not, and where the biggest opportunities lie.
P — Prioritise Objectives
We align your project budget, lifestyle requirements, and long-term goals — focusing first on the decisions that will create the greatest impact and value.
A — Assess Constraints
We identify structural, practical, planning, or budget limitations early — reducing design risk and preventing expensive mistakes during renovation or implementation.
C — Create Options
I develop tailored solutions including layouts, materials, furnishings, lighting, storage strategies, and renovation concepts designed specifically around your property and priorities.
E — Execute Efficiently
You receive a clear roadmap, confident direction, and practical next steps — allowing you to implement immediately or strategically over time.
WHAT WE CAN HELP YOU WITH
Interior Design & Space Planning
• Paint colours & finishes
• Furniture layouts
• Lighting design
• Window treatments
• Flooring & materials
• Storage solutions
• Spatial problem solving
Renovations & Property Projects
• Kitchens & bathrooms
• Renovations & extensions
• Holiday homes
• Rental properties
• Property purchases
• Preparing properties for sale
• Product sourcing
• Bespoke joinery
WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE
Design Deliverables
• 3D drawings and realistic visualisations where required
• Clear furniture layouts and spatial planning
• Dimensioned drawings and elevations for builders, joinery, and placement
• Precise guidance on furniture scales, artwork placement, and installation heights
• Fully specified materials, finishes, and product recommendations
Your Design Roadmap
• Mood boards with real, curated products — not just inspiration
• Clickable direct specification links to purchase easily online
• Flexible options tailored to suit your timeline and budget
• Complete spatial clarity so you can implement at your own pace
TRUSTED SUPPLIERS & PROFESSIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS
Over the years, I have built relationships with a range of trusted suppliers, trades, and specialist professionals across Ireland and Spain.
Where appropriate, I can recommend experienced contacts for areas including:
• Kitchens and custom joinery
• Flooring and tiling solutions
• Lighting design and electrical placement
• Curtains, blinds, and soft furnishings
• Painting and specialist decorating
• Builders and structural trades
• Furniture and curated sourcing suppliers
Recommendations are always based on project suitability, availability, and specific location.
Designer for a Day™
In Person consultation - please inquire for availability in your area.
Ideal For
- Renovations
- Kitchens
- Layout redesigns
- Furnishing projects
- Extensions
- Problem solving
What You Get
- Furniture layouts
- 3D drawings (where required)
- Product sourcing
- Specifications
- Design boards
- Budget guidance
Investment
Full Day €1299
Half Day €799
Designer for a Day™
Virtual Experience
"You were really great at understanding our style and needs and at helping us make the best choices with our budget."
— Deborah & Max
Designer for a Day™ Virtual
Delivered remotely through the SPACE™ Method, Designer for a Day™ Virtual helps you make confident decisions, solve design challenges, and move your project forward clearly and efficiently.
Working remotely is often more effective than clients expect. Through photographs, plans, video calls, and the SPACE™ Method, we can solve layout challenges, review renovation plans, source products, and create clear action plans — wherever you are in the world.
Ideal For
• Remote property owners
• Renovation planning and project reviews
• Layout and furnishing decisions
• Holiday homes and rental properties
• Property purchases and investment properties
• Clients outside my local service area
What You Get
• Live video consultations
• Furniture layouts and space-planning guidance
• Product sourcing and specifications
• Renovation and design advice
• Follow-up notes and recommendations
• Clear next steps and implementation support
Investment
SPACE Sprint™
90-Minute Intensive Consultation
From €350
SPACE Complete™
Multi-Session Design Support
From €995
SPACE Renovation Navigator™
Premium Virtual Renovation Support
From €1750
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Staging for Sale & Rental Properties
Maximise your property’s value and appeal — fast
Ideal for property sales, long-term rentals, and holiday rentals — both in-person and virtual.
How It Works
- Analyse target buyer or renter.
- Highlight your property’s strengths.
- Style for photography and viewings.
- Create a strong first impression that drives demand.
The Result
Faster sales and typically 5–10% higher offers.
Increased rental appeal and occupancy rates.
Flexible Pricing Options
Staging can be delivered through:
- Designer for a Day™ (in-person).
- Virtual Designer for a Day™.
- Hourly Design Consultation.
Choose the approach that best suits your timeline, budget, and level of support required.
services
Hourly Design Consultation
Expert advice, tailored to your project
Ideal for focused support or ongoing guidance as your project develops.
What You Get
- Targeted advice for specific challenges.
- Support with layouts, colours, and finishes.
- Budget-conscious recommendations.
- Flexible format — in-person or virtual.
Design Files & Product Sourcing
- Fully specified, shoppable design boards.
- Real products selected to suit your budget.
- Mix of online and in-store options.
- Option for bespoke or custom pieces where required.
What It Costs
€200 per hour
Minimum booking: 1 hour
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