Interior Design Masterclass

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  • čas přidán 5. 08. 2024
  • In this episode I am going to present my own Interior Design Masterclass. Lately I have seen various masterclass courses becoming available, however they can be expensive, so I thought that I would share all the things I have learnt over the last ten years.
    The Course is divided into five segments:
    Finding Your Style
    Living With Your Design
    Planning a Layout
    Making a Budget
    Lighting
    I hope that you enjoy this course and find it useful.
    Here are some links to books that I reference in this video:
    Georgian Style & Design For Contemporary Living - Henrietta Spencer Churchill - amzn.to/3pxUFjb
    Colefax and Fowler: The Best in English Interior Decoration - amzn.to/3s6Opk8
    Inspirational Interiors - Roger Banks-Pye - amzn.to/3bkGitF
    More places to find me:
    Blog - nicolasfairford.com/
    Instagram - / nicolasfairford
    Pinterest - www.pinterest.co.uk/nicolasfa...
    TikTok - Nicolas Fairford
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  • @NicolasFairford
    @NicolasFairford  Před 3 lety +360

    Hey everyone! Thank you so much for your patience with this weeks episode - I had a really annoying technical issue which meant I couldn't save the video to upload it here and spent all day on Friday trying to solve it. Thankfully it is here now and I hope you will enjoy! x x Nicolas

    • @versailles1986
      @versailles1986 Před 3 lety +12

      LOL! I kept checking in every couple of hours on Friday, like a child on Christmas eve! SO happy to see you here today!

    • @kimfrazier2961
      @kimfrazier2961 Před 3 lety +12

      Well worth the wait! 💕 Thank you for another beautiful video!

    • @Bellavintagenotebook
      @Bellavintagenotebook Před 3 lety +3

      Back in the day when we were growing up they said , all good things come in time. 💕

    • @wildflowerapothecary2594
      @wildflowerapothecary2594 Před 3 lety +6

      Ditto to what everyone else said! You are absolutely the best and so very special. Looking forward to when you post it. Much love, joy, and magic from Sausalito ✨🫖🌉🌹

    • @susanmarkoch8213
      @susanmarkoch8213 Před 3 lety +3

      It was well worth the wait! I hope you will consider doing your own design book in the future. You have so much to offer! I can only imagine imagine how much time you must have put into it. And the best part of all was that it was a masterclass that ALL of us could enjoy!!

  • @wallihaley5194
    @wallihaley5194 Před 3 lety +247

    I eat in my beautiful dining room every day beneath a crystal chandelier, as I don’t have an eat-in kitchen. But I do think people with formal dining rooms should consider using those rooms on a regular basis instead of waiting for a “special occasion.” After all, you are worth celebrating!

    • @totallydomestic433
      @totallydomestic433 Před 3 lety +7

      So agree!

    • @tilliecohen2861
      @tilliecohen2861 Před 3 lety +5

      Love this! Thanks!

    • @rickwalker5203
      @rickwalker5203 Před 3 lety +11

      In my former apt, I’ve since moved, my dining room is where I hung most of my art, arranged my China and kept my clock collection. So I spent at least one meal there. I lived alone then. Of course I threw fabulous dinner parties in that room.
      Now I have a new house and husband, small dining area, but even a small area is pretty special.

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  Před 3 lety +10

      Sounds wonderful! x x Nicolas

    • @zaidacrechel4459
      @zaidacrechel4459 Před 3 lety +4

      Exactly! We deserve it. I always use everything, fine dishes, my dining table, etc.

  • @VintageBethany
    @VintageBethany Před 3 lety +124

    I love how you recognize that people have kids and a limited budget. I feel like other design videos assume you live alone with loads of cash. Sometimes moms love learning about interior design too! I have huge respect the way that you offer accessibility to all different types of people

  • @odalis6177
    @odalis6177 Před 3 lety +202

    Above all, measure the door make sure everything fits through the door first 😊

    • @sharong8511
      @sharong8511 Před 3 lety +6

      Good advice. I remember my father moving a washing machine into one of my rental suites and it just wouldn’t fit through the door. He then removed the trim around the door and voila! He gained the necessary fraction of an inch to allow the appliance to slide through. (This was a monster machine and not one of the petite units available now.)

    • @animarjournals
      @animarjournals Před 3 lety +1

      Oh yes, you are so right!

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  Před 3 lety +3

      Right!

    • @starfox1
      @starfox1 Před 3 lety +3

      oh i had a disastrous experience when having a sofa delivered and it not fitting fru the door. totally my fault for not thinking to measure!

    • @evaorum324
      @evaorum324 Před 3 lety +6

      So true. When we built our home the bedroom doors are wider than normal doors because my husband knew from past experiences helping friends move bedroom furniture the doors were to narrow. Same with front door. It was an extra expensive but soo worth it.

  • @JSMatteson
    @JSMatteson Před 3 lety +39

    4:05 style
    10:22 design
    23:50 layout
    16:40 budget
    29:35 lighting

  • @mountainstomemories
    @mountainstomemories Před 3 lety +62

    Finally someone who is somewhat in the same age range as me and loves traditional, English country interior design like I do. Thank you for the video and tips! I absolutely agree with your last tip. I cannot stand bright LED lighting. We do have that kind of lighting in our ceiling in the kitchen and every time my husband turns it on, I flip the switch off. It really does give me a headache. I switch on my dining table chandelier with incandescents instead lol.

    • @jacquelineb8183
      @jacquelineb8183 Před 3 lety +12

      I’m truly so glad to hear that someone else does this. I loathe the harsh white/green-white of LED and fluorescent lighting. Incandescent or those softer warm led’s from lamps only for me.

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  Před 3 lety +4

      Thank you! x x Nicolas

    • @JaneDoeDoeDeeOhDoe
      @JaneDoeDoeDeeOhDoe Před 3 lety +1

      I find dimmer switches for overhead lighting are also useful.

  • @versailles1986
    @versailles1986 Před 3 lety +55

    Once Again, Congratulations on a beautifully presented video! I, myself have been in traditional, formal 18th century French design for 40 years! Even an old war-horse like I am, have learned much from you! Your ideas and suggestions can be applied to anyone who wants to achieve a wonderful, beautiful and comfortable environment! Bravo!, and "Thank You"

  • @andrealewis2483
    @andrealewis2483 Před 3 lety +54

    You are the most kind person I seen in the longest while . You speak so clam your doing a grand job . Keep being you they only make one never forget that my dear.

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  Před 3 lety +2

      Aww so sweet! Thank you! x x Nicolas

    • @andrealewis2483
      @andrealewis2483 Před 3 lety +1

      @@NicolasFairford your very welcome and thank you for the respond.very nice of you to reply.keep going have a good day.

  • @Rubyisgrowing
    @Rubyisgrowing Před 3 lety +85

    Nicolas you have the most beautiful relaxing voice, you could definitely tag this as ASMR xx

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  Před 3 lety +7

      Glad you find it to be relaxing x x Nicolas

    • @michelleackerson4524
      @michelleackerson4524 Před 3 lety +3

      What is ASMR?

    • @raquelisla7368
      @raquelisla7368 Před 3 lety +3

      Autónomous sensory meridian response melanina a sedative sensation moving down your body.

    • @raquelisla7368
      @raquelisla7368 Před 3 lety

      @@michelleackerson4524 the following answer is for you, sir. It is Raquel

    • @Beach23410
      @Beach23410 Před 3 lety +5

      I was just going to mention this. I imagine a ASMR video going through samples and a design magazine.

  • @silvanodelazzari8522
    @silvanodelazzari8522 Před 3 lety +11

    I find the wall covered with paintings beautiful, all with the same golden frame.
    Really elegant.

  • @laurent4122
    @laurent4122 Před 3 lety +120

    This is just incredible Nicolas! Your passion and knowledge never fails to inspire

  • @angelaegan7511
    @angelaegan7511 Před 3 lety +395

    A young person with exquisite taste, so very rare. Thank goodness not everyone goes to IKEA these days!!!

    • @ianpoynton5122
      @ianpoynton5122 Před 3 lety +44

      Don’t knock Ikea. My first (rented) apartment had very high quality sofas but low price Ikea occasional furniture that had been creatively repainted to match the decor of the room: it looked amazing.

    • @angelaegan7511
      @angelaegan7511 Před 3 lety +19

      @@ianpoynton5122 Hi Ian, I suppose that is what interior design is all about, being creative. Thanks for posting a response.

    • @ianpoynton5122
      @ianpoynton5122 Před 3 lety +7

      @@angelaegan7511 absolutely. It was a few years after living in the apartment (when I first rented unfurnished) that I figured out what they had done!

    • @sandrasmith5943
      @sandrasmith5943 Před 3 lety +7

      I agree. Well made furniture lasts for years and years unlike cheaply produced items that end up in landfill.
      My furniture is all very old and still so beautiful.

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  Před 3 lety +63

      Thank you! Although I do enjoy Ikea - My fitted wardrobes are from there and look super chic! x x

  • @brownteddy2
    @brownteddy2 Před 3 lety +19

    Your voice and loving energy can heal souls, my Dear. I wish your channel the greatest success.

  • @alicedent8864
    @alicedent8864 Před 3 lety +23

    You gave us a wonderful “master class” in Interior Design! I studied interior design and worked at a famous textile showroom in New York. I worked at a major art museum for most of my career. But, my style and knowledge was influenced by my uncle and his partner. I was blessed to inherit all their art and antiques. I tweak here and there, but, still love my home environment.

  • @Shrinksjp
    @Shrinksjp Před 3 lety +30

    I recently transitioned from 18th Century/early 19th Century (Empire) for my 1st floor to British Colonial chinoiserie with some tropical touches. I used all of my furniture and did some changes to the floors and accessories and lighting. The results are magnificent.

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  Před 3 lety +2

      Sounds great! x x Nicolas

    • @Shrinksjp
      @Shrinksjp Před 3 lety +1

      @@NicolasFairford What you say about lighting is definitely true.

    • @zanbudd
      @zanbudd Před 3 lety +2

      Congratulations ! So satisfying to complete a project🤗

  • @heleneofcortina6400
    @heleneofcortina6400 Před 3 lety +9

    YES! TO be surrounded by beauty is the right of all of us. You don't need money to make your life beautiful. Thank you for being frank about your budget and the terrific refurbishments you do. You're class is so enjoyable .

  • @c.m.7734
    @c.m.7734 Před 3 lety +13

    Measure the doors the furniture will have to go through and measure the elevators the furniture has to be transported in if you live in a condo. Also put ALL of your overhead lights on dimmers! Lots of mistakes learned on my end. I used to flip houses. Thank you for a great video xx

  • @cynthiaknott1802
    @cynthiaknott1802 Před 3 lety +33

    Loved it!!! Please do another like this one! Once your lockdown is over, would it be possible to take us along to some of your favorite shops?

  • @camirichardson7485
    @camirichardson7485 Před 3 lety +32

    Perhaps one day, you'll make it to the USA and be able to do so when the furniture market is happening here in North Carolina. High Point North Carolina is the furniture capital of the world, and there's not one hotel room to be had during the market. But, if you book way in advance, or have a follower (me) who lives near where you could stay, and perhaps give a few pointers in my rooms ... LOL GREAT advice and tips, Nicolas. I'm glad you got the bugs worked out of your technical issues.

  • @conversecone9687
    @conversecone9687 Před 3 lety +84

    Nicolas, I was having a late Saturday morning breakfast and turned on your video. I have watched portions over again and made notes! Great information! You may want to consider offering your own signature items in an online store. Possibly floral containers, various teas, decorative items, etc.. It would be great! You are great! And so very talented!

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  Před 3 lety +11

      Thank you so much ! More products coming to nicolasfairford.com very soon

    • @angelaferrante7234
      @angelaferrante7234 Před 3 lety +2

      Totally agree with you sir

    • @angelaferrante7234
      @angelaferrante7234 Před 3 lety

      I was referring to the fact that Nicolas should consider selling his own signature items online. I was well aware there were none for sale in the first place.

  • @sofiahoffman4173
    @sofiahoffman4173 Před 3 lety +33

    Your voice is so soothing makes me feel so calm! Love your chanel and your style ♥️

  • @pinkrose6083
    @pinkrose6083 Před 3 lety +6

    I am spanish and I enjoy very much listening to you.
    Thanks for your videos.

  • @lissafoster
    @lissafoster Před 3 lety +35

    Looks so spring already. Thanks for the free interior decorating session Nicholas. I found my star 🌟. You are a star 💫

  • @nandithas3001
    @nandithas3001 Před 3 lety +53

    We’d love to watch more videos of you diving into the details...the CZcams algorithm would go crazy!!!

  • @The8888Best
    @The8888Best Před 3 lety +27

    my home is a mess right now and i m feeling so bad, your videos always give me peace, thank u nicolas 🌸🌸🌸

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  Před 3 lety +12

      Don't worry - there is always tomorrow x x Nicolas

    • @sjp4u338
      @sjp4u338 Před 3 lety +6

      My home is totally disfunctional and, in some rooms, looks like a bomb went off. I live alone with my two sweet cats so I’m not doing any irreparable damage to growing children 😂🤣😂

    • @CatsInHats-S.CrouchingTiger
      @CatsInHats-S.CrouchingTiger Před 3 lety +3

      You’re right, this video is timely. How did Nicolas Fairford know, we’re in need for a re-direction? Everything seems to need a revamp, from discovering new recipes, to changing and bringing new life into tired rooms. 🙈 ...feeling bad, too! 🙏 thank you for expressing what I couldn’t say! 💕

    • @The8888Best
      @The8888Best Před 3 lety

      @@sjp4u338 omg i would like to live alone, well with my sister, we are saving for that. I totally undestand you, hope you are doing well 🌸🌱

    • @The8888Best
      @The8888Best Před 3 lety

      @@CatsInHats-S.CrouchingTiger i dont usually comment, but that day i really couldn't breathe well, ended up watching videos about breathing execises. And Nicolas is a lovely person so i needed to tell him 🌷 and he was right theres always a tomorrow. Hope you are good now! , life is beautiful 😊🌸🌱 greetings from Peru

  • @writer422
    @writer422 Před 3 lety +8

    What a very unique Person you are Nicolas. So happy i found your channel

  • @FaithyandOtis..Massachusetts

    This affirms how kind and generous you are by sharing this with us, sending you love and hugs from Massachusetts❤️🤍❤️

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you so much! x x Nicolas

    • @zanbudd
      @zanbudd Před 3 lety +1

      From Texas too! It’s been so cold and power was out but home is cozy with a fireplace and throw blankets. ❤️❄️🙏🏼🦋

  • @julzla6670
    @julzla6670 Před 3 lety +50

    Nicholas, you are generous to share your knowledge! Thank you!

  • @rosel.150
    @rosel.150 Před 3 lety +4

    Nicolas, I just found your channel last night and I am addicted. You are such a breath of fresh air and I love all of the various content. This is so much needed in the world today to bring beauty and simplicity back into our everyday lives. I am beginning today to use some of your recipes since they look delicious , healthy and cruelty free (I am vegan as well). I am also cleaning off my dining room table which is cluttered and going to start having tea and carving time out for my family to enjoy each other again with great food, beauty, and conversation. Thank you so much!!!

  • @cathybutcher4826
    @cathybutcher4826 Před 3 lety +2

    I just got home from work and made a cup of tea to sit down and watch your video. Your calm, soothing voice has lowered my blood pressure and I'm so glad I just happened on your video. Thank you for the wonderful advice and much success to you. New subscriber!

  • @bernadettefrench106
    @bernadettefrench106 Před 3 lety +18

    Thank you Nicolas this was a much needed video. You've given me so much inspiration to make my home more beautiful but I've had a hard time getting organized. I love the way you broke it down to make it simple to start. Love you and your brand.

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you so much ! So glad it was useful! x x Nicolas

  • @miker.2148
    @miker.2148 Před 3 lety +13

    Nice to see a young person, who knows what he wants, has done the hard work, and is willing to work, to get what he wants. Good luck with your career, not that you need it.

  • @herenow6953
    @herenow6953 Před 3 lety +1

    You are a breath of fresh air Nicolas - such a gentle soul. Since watching your videos, I've been inspired to buy a bone china tea set and put time aside every afternoon for a proper cup of tea, made with loose leaf in a pot rather than mash a sad tea bag in a china mug! And I love that injection of beauty in my life - so thank you so very much!

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  Před 3 lety +1

      Aww! I love that! x x Nicolas

    • @herenow6953
      @herenow6953 Před 3 lety

      @@NicolasFairford Thank you - you are so lovely and just what we need in these tough days - I wish you every success - my next 'trip' is already booked -and to Edinburgh to meet my dear friends who I miss terribly - it's been so lovely to see some of the City from your point of view. Keep safe and keep making wonderful videos - because they really do make a difference - X

  • @kathyesargent9088
    @kathyesargent9088 Před 3 lety +10

    In my twenties it was modern and now my tastes are now transitional and french design. Lots of art by John Singer Sargent a distant relative of my husband.

    • @MFYouTube683
      @MFYouTube683 Před 3 lety

      His work is exquisite to add atmosphere and warmth. I‘m a huge fan.

    • @tinad8561
      @tinad8561 Před 3 lety +1

      He was a fantastic portraitist. Really top notch.

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  Před 3 lety +2

      Lucky you! x x Nicolas

  • @bolton1771
    @bolton1771 Před 3 lety +3

    Nicolas I cannot ever tell you how much I am enjoying your videos - you reveal something in the human spirit that that has been buried in the digital age..
    something in our higher selves that has gone dormant ...I have always felt that beauty is very important because it is very close to God......Thank you so very much for all that you are doing..

  • @sherrydrake9578
    @sherrydrake9578 Před 3 lety +19

    One of the few young people who can speak correctly and with a lovely tone. Very enjoyable vids he makes.

  • @scm731
    @scm731 Před 3 lety +6

    I’m thrilled to see a wood burning fireplace.💖

  • @jayrainstone4764
    @jayrainstone4764 Před 3 lety +4

    I particularly Love how you speak to us as equals. Thank you. I feel reinspired to make changes. Being home so much we deserve the most relaxing, calming, and beautiful design. 🤗

  • @miasounirvana385
    @miasounirvana385 Před 3 lety +14

    Things I don't get about Nicolas's videos.. dislike button & irrelevant negative comments everything else is ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ God bless you Nicolas and thank you for everything

  • @richardobrien2400
    @richardobrien2400 Před 3 lety +2

    Why are some people just so rude? Nicolas is one class act, if you don't like him or what he does, don't tune in, it's as simple as that. Judging by the 27.000 views alone on this video and his ever growing subscribers, he has a growing market! good luck to him!

  • @mindmatters2922
    @mindmatters2922 Před 3 lety +14

    You remind me of an Angel..So calm and serene..

  • @lesliebennis1834
    @lesliebennis1834 Před 3 lety +9

    The first time I've seen the gorgeous huge pictures in your living room. Breathtaking! I'm going to look for a tour of your home. If I don't find it I sure wish you would do one. Thank you.

  • @marthalovely4507
    @marthalovely4507 Před 3 lety +12

    Nicolas, no one would have ever predicted that making tea sandwiches would have brought me to your channel. I instantly became a fan, started watching your CZcams and have signed up for emails. You should expand your brand. You will be famous and successful in the US and world wide. I have never been brave or patient enough to become an interior designer, but I love and cherish traditional design, nature, and and the romance of it all. Best of luck, love and light to you in your future endeavors.

    • @smokeandmirrors111
      @smokeandmirrors111 Před 3 lety +1

      That's when I started watching too! I never knew his channel existed until then! So glad I found it. He is amazing! Like an Extra Classy Male version of Martha Stewart! Particularly when she had her program on Public television!
      I REALLY appreciate his lovely content!

  • @martinusmahendra7492
    @martinusmahendra7492 Před 3 lety +11

    It's amazing that you really enjoy and happy with your work. Come to Indonesia and you will get lots of inspiration from traditional and ethnic interior designs from houses in Bandung with Dutch colonial houses, Yogyakarta, and of course, Bali.

    • @wendyhouses
      @wendyhouses Před 3 lety +1

      Selamat malam! I am watching from Bandung right now : ) I agree, Indonesian interior design is beautiful! I love the Art Deco architectural design of Bandung!

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  Před 3 lety

      Thank you! x x Nicolas

  • @Gdraven1
    @Gdraven1 Před 3 lety +2

    As always, Nicolas, your updates here on CZcams make my day. Thank you so much for sharing your talent and your grace with us.

  • @katharinesantana7147
    @katharinesantana7147 Před 3 lety +5

    Nicolás, your style is fresh, elegant and timeless. I look forward to incorporating some of your ideas as the inspiration for my home. Thanks for sharing.

  • @annolsen4943
    @annolsen4943 Před 3 lety +1

    The best thing about this video is it applies to everyone. I have inherited six grandchildren 8to 16 in a custody battle and my small cottage has been upturned with pets (yes, a large airedale terrier that has his cage now in living room) . I have always decorated with lots of color and Nicolas often referred to decorating according to your individual circumstances-- which is such a validation. I have lots of slip covers and throws from Indian cottons that look lovely. I have had to accept a certain mess---but I make sure that everything from the dog bowl to linens are lovely---yes, I have grubby kids wiping their hands on beautiful monogramed linens and eating off antique Spode. They have their brushes and combs laid out on an chinoiserie platter. and I polish my copper to keep my sanity.

  • @premapoojitanananda7947

    My favorite part is the seating. So important that it’s easy to talk to everyone in the room💕🌟

  • @Bellavintagenotebook
    @Bellavintagenotebook Před 3 lety +4

    I love and adore you’re style. Thank you for all the information. I love the music also , it caught my attention as I’m older and made me smile . 💕

  • @rainshadow59
    @rainshadow59 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you ! I look forward to your videos every week and currently redoing our family room . I totally agree that childhood experiences influence our design aesthetics.

  • @loriannprice
    @loriannprice Před 3 lety +15

    Extremely interesting and very informative for a novice. Myself I like to intermingle contemporary and classic design but with budget and animal friendly specs. Thank you for another informative video.

  • @ewells95
    @ewells95 Před 3 lety +5

    Lovely video, Nicholas! Just what I'm in need of. I'm especially fond of that wicker bag in your background - so sweet!

  • @peggymendoza3198
    @peggymendoza3198 Před 3 lety

    Nicolas, I just started watching your videos and I really enjoy them. You take into consideration budget, style, etc. Thank you for the time and effort you put into your videos. You're a joy to watch!

  • @majbritt1000
    @majbritt1000 Před 3 lety

    Thank you so much for these Beautiful, Calm videos.. And the wonderful inspiration ❤️There is no ego nonsens in your videos, you use your talents to make the world a more beautiful place ❤️Thank you for that and for you just being you 👍❤️🐕🐕👍❤️

  • @susannelemasurier8071
    @susannelemasurier8071 Před 2 lety

    Nicholas 😀 I watched your Master Class video a few weeks ago. I have been absolutely stuck as far as what to do and even where to start with decorating...making my patio home MY home. Thank you so much for your research and personal knowledge presented in your video....the tip about needing to start by figuring out what one's style choices are was a perfect starter for me! I've ended up looking at many other CZcams channels on home design and style, and so pleasing to me...the ideas have just been coming to me. .....Traditional and French Country is what I seem to have gravitated toward.
    Thanks SO much. I love so many of your wonderful videos! ....and of course the sweet additions with Sophie!

  • @simonecherkaoui448
    @simonecherkaoui448 Před 3 lety +1

    Merci professeur 🙏🏻 pour le savoir et la culture partagés . Avec en guise de cerise sur le gâteau 🍰, votre gentillesse et votre douceur . Une vieille dame apprend encore d’un être aussi jeune, et plus jeune que mes petits enfants. Ne changez rien vous êtes parfait 👍🕊🕊🕊

  • @roisinnigcrainn7722
    @roisinnigcrainn7722 Před 3 lety +4

    More tips:
    1. If you're artistic, paint your own pieces to put on your gallery wall! You can do this for the price of whatever you've already spent on art supplies. The only other cost may be some frames, which you can recycle from old pictures, or find cheap in thrift stores or on Facebook Marketplace.
    2. Speaking of FBM, it's a brilliant place to find second-hand furniture. Most of it is very decent quality, and FB only shows you stuff that's relatively nearby. I know a girl who bought a mahogany four-poster bed for $75USD!
    3. Keep walls and hard furnishings neutral so you can easily swap out coloured accessories and soft furnishings. You can flow between "vibes" and "aesthetics" for a much lower cost using this method.
    4. Don't forget to think about storage! If you have no storage, you may as well not bother decorating your room since it'll be a mess regardless. Discreet storage could include under the bed, above the wardrobe, beneath the couch/sofa, storage footstools, etc.
    5. Keep your metals consistent. If the doorknobs or handles in your room are brass/gold-colour, I recommend sticking to gold for other metal hardware such as lamp bases, curtain rails, light switches, and ceiling light fixtures. Keep non-matching metals out of the room, or at least put away, hidden out of immediate sight. It makes the room look much more put-together and cohesive, and inspires a more luxurious feel.
    I hope these tips help somebody!

  • @316kittycat
    @316kittycat Před 3 lety +5

    Congratulations, Nicholas, on a beautifully presented Master Class with so many basic yet priceless recommendations. Compliments also on your own lovely home! Looking forward to many more videos from you.

  • @vivianstafford8970
    @vivianstafford8970 Před 3 lety +1

    Classic design is my favorite. Thanks for the wonderful class. I so look forward to your video's. They Always put me in a beautiful state of mind.

  • @carriej5095
    @carriej5095 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you for this! What a talented human being. It is nice to hear your beautiful voice and your videos are excellent in detail and content.

  • @enyab.6939
    @enyab.6939 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you Nicolas. You are inspiring me so much. I grew up with gardens and gentle living. Relearning the art of appreciating tea, scones, and Welsh/British/Celtic heritage. Thoughts to you and everyone upon the sad loss of HRH Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh. Have a lovely day.

  • @kathleenmueller8660
    @kathleenmueller8660 Před 3 lety +3

    This was a magnificent Master Class! Thank you Nicolas, you are a most generous soul!

  • @helengreen6724
    @helengreen6724 Před 3 lety

    Good morning Nicolas😁☀️💛 Thank you for your generosity in providing a master class of such impeccable information on decorating our homes. This is so priceless and very appreciated. I am absolutely delighted with this video as I am in the beginnings of doing some remodeling and wanting to decorate my home differently from how it is now. This video will help me succeed in doing that. Have a wonderful weekend Nicolas❤ X

  • @cecilyerker
    @cecilyerker Před 3 lety +33

    Being early for one of these videos feels like getting a reservation at Dorsia

  • @curtischildress9580
    @curtischildress9580 Před 3 lety

    I'm looking forward to watching your abbreviated Master Class posted here. Your videos in general are ones I save for "special occasion" viewing when I really want to recline and enjoy some downtime while learning fascinating subjects of good living. ...I'd love to partake of your full class teaching...you rise above the fray of others who do similar postings. Thank you for your continued efforts.

  • @debbiefaust3798
    @debbiefaust3798 Před 3 lety

    I enjoyed this mini master class so much. You gave some very practical, doable, and beautiful interior design advice and tips. It was very generous of you to do this. Thank you so much, Nicolas! Take care and stay safe.

  • @janetcorey5102
    @janetcorey5102 Před 3 lety +2

    Nicolas, that was wonderful! It was very informative and it was so nice of you to share your design secrets. It was so though and alway a treat listening to you❤️🇺🇸

  • @gailbaumann8262
    @gailbaumann8262 Před 3 lety +1

    You are amazing Nicholas..your taste is exquisite...and totally what I love....ty for the masterclass..I could listen to you all day

  • @ronaldjames4986
    @ronaldjames4986 Před 3 lety +1

    Wonderful and down to earth practical advice that can help transform a space from so-so to stunning. Your suggestions on lighting are so very true. Speaking of which, the lighting in your videos is always excellent and pleasing. It is much more professional than much of what I see online. It is obvious you put a lot of work into these "effortless looking" videos. I'm continually amazed and pleased at the quality and honesty in your videos and I thank you for sharing your knowledge.

  • @catherinedittebrand52
    @catherinedittebrand52 Před 3 lety

    Dearest Nicolas, thank you so much for making these videos. You really spark my creativity and inspiration. I love your passion. I total enjoyed the questions you posed when designing. They are so important that can be definitely overlooked! I am looking forward to your next video. Carry on!

  • @evaorum324
    @evaorum324 Před 3 lety

    Thank you Nicolas for this very informative master class. I love how you point out about who will be living in the home. When you talked about plants I had to laugh at myself. My husband loves his plants and flowers he grows. In my front room we have a coffee table with potted green plants and in the middle a vase of fresh flowers. The plants thrive the room gets plenty of morning light. Again to repeat myself your videos are always so calming and relaxing. You have such a soothing voice. Sending you hugs 🤗 from your friend on the farm. You take care and stay safe.

  • @billpickard7848
    @billpickard7848 Před 3 lety +2

    I'm so glad you were able to fix your technical problem.This video was a great start to my Saturday. I live alone and I dont want to spend too much time cleaning. Do you alot of time cleaning. How can we live elegantly without spending too much time cleaning. Much love my friend glad to see your face.🥂♥️

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  Před 3 lety

      I really don't like cleaning but like to have a very clean house. I will do a video about this soon x x Nicolas

  • @VanessaKismetSmitten
    @VanessaKismetSmitten Před 3 lety

    Thank you again for this valuable masterclass. You are amazing and inspiring. Thank you for all that you do to help us get through our day and our weeks with your videos.

  • @charlotte7898
    @charlotte7898 Před 3 lety +13

    I love your videos, Nicolas!

  • @pilarguerrero3405
    @pilarguerrero3405 Před 3 lety

    Hi Nicolas, you are such a charming person, I love your masterclass and the useful tips you've given. I agree with you that the most important step is to find our own style! Thanks a lot for doing this video.

  • @cc967
    @cc967 Před 3 lety +2

    I am so blessed to have found your channel. One word description - exquisite.

  • @AmyKinso
    @AmyKinso Před 3 lety +2

    Traditional, classical architecture and design for the win!!! 🏆

  • @sarahdunstan2061
    @sarahdunstan2061 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you for the valuable Masterclass! Your taste is impeccable and your delivery of instruction is so enjoyable!

  • @hilltop9098
    @hilltop9098 Před 3 lety +7

    When you’ve lived in the mid century I find it hard to like that style this time around ❤️🇬🇧

  • @IrishAnnie
    @IrishAnnie Před 2 lety

    Thank you for sharing your talent and ideas with us! You’re a genuine talent, that’s why we love you so!

  • @francescaemc2
    @francescaemc2 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you, Nicholas! My son and his girlfriend are setting up their first apartment and have no clear style ideas. I'm sending your entire channel to them! It's not difficult to hire someone to make your home beautiful with lots of money-- although I've seen more vulgar and ostentatious places where money seems to be the object on display. Your lovely manner, generosity and sweet voice are reflected in everything you do. P.S. I am from Milan, Italy, where people are house obsessed! ;) Cheers and keep safe.

  • @PtolemyXVII
    @PtolemyXVII Před 3 lety

    As usual, I really do love all your quiet insights...I especially liked your tips about furniture. And I did take your tip from your other videos about using your best tea set to make every day special, and my sibling and I had quite a lovely talk today this afternoon with tea and finger sandwiches! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @denisegadreau9726
    @denisegadreau9726 Před 3 lety +1

    So comfortable the atmosphere in how you give your presentation of your free Master Class of Interior Design Nicolas. I love how you included your home and your unique ideas. Thank you.

  • @s.b.7121
    @s.b.7121 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you for all your tips, Nicolas - I just discovered your channel and immediately subscribed. I'm so happy you mentioned embroidered items, since I've recently started hand embroidering a couple of linen cushions to make my bedroom look more special

  • @vallowther262
    @vallowther262 Před 3 lety

    Thank you Nicholas, That was SO wonderful! I hope you do more of those!

  • @tilliecohen2861
    @tilliecohen2861 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for the new video! Great content as always, Nicolas. And presented in such an articulate way.

  • @huda4275
    @huda4275 Před 3 lety

    Brilliant! Thank you a million Nicolas for your generosity to share your experience with us. I am interested in interior deign and you video is a great help to start and keep growing. Have a lovely week. Lots of love from Houston.

  • @alisab3041
    @alisab3041 Před 3 lety

    Nicolas, this video provided a lot of good content in a short video; you addressed the main issues with several good questions and clear ideas. I love the idea of different sizes of furniture; I agree that rooms need a mix of sizes to create a visual flow. My favorite aspect of your own living space is its uniform, calm color scheme. It feels soft and restful, which is clearly your style. Bravo.

  • @Sarah-zs2ed
    @Sarah-zs2ed Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you Nicolas! I have been looking to redecorate my bedroom but was quite lost, you really guided me in terms of structuring my thoughts and approach to interior decor. I will be going for the bigger lamp than, thanks!

  • @thepearlatelier4256
    @thepearlatelier4256 Před 3 lety

    everytime you post a new video, i look forward to it so much. Imagine such a young person who is so polished and so experienced in interior design, you have unquestionable exquisite taste. I have always wanted to learn more interior design tips from you as i can see how beautiful your home is, perhaps in future you can also do house tours of Britain's most beautiful homes to stately mansions. I can even see you having your own show on tv someday.

  • @franug
    @franug Před 3 lety +2

    I recently discovered your videos and I became hooked! My interior style is kind of Japanese/Nordic, but I still appreciate your tips and aesthetics🤗

  • @tomdeininger7379
    @tomdeininger7379 Před 3 lety

    I've been watching your videos, I just love it. i'm always thinking of ways to decorate and change things. During these times, I'm so glad I found you. So stimulating and rnjoyable.

  • @glorianelson9538
    @glorianelson9538 Před 3 lety +1

    Loved the class and all the detailed explanations! I particularly liked the affordable way you decorated your wall with the beautiful botanical prints. Another thing you could do with them is turn them into a hinged screen. I saw this once in another designer's blog and it was just beautiful. She used the screen to hide her tv set. Thank you and hope you have a great week!

  • @ranyeh.4812
    @ranyeh.4812 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you so so much Nicolas. So helpful. My family and I are big fans of yours. 💌

  • @ingridlarsen1299
    @ingridlarsen1299 Před 3 lety +3

    I found your channel and I loved it. You have very good taste. Greetings from Germany💝

  • @firstlast5068
    @firstlast5068 Před 3 lety +1

    Such a lovely video Nicolas, thank you . Your voice is absolutely beautiful, and your taste is sophisticated and inspiring.
    I am happy that I found your CZcams channel.

  • @nimalipj
    @nimalipj Před 2 lety

    I can listen to you for hours. So much of grace.

  • @margymullins67
    @margymullins67 Před 3 lety

    Bravo, Nicolas. Thank you 🙏 for sharing your experience. Lighting tips are so true. Lamps & dimmers for ambience🥂🌺

  • @debbie9654
    @debbie9654 Před 3 lety +4

    I so enjoyed this. Thank you so very much. Loved all the tips!

  • @courtyard1972
    @courtyard1972 Před 3 lety +1

    Another Fabulous Video Nicolas - I Look forward to plenty more in the Masterclass Series.