What clients say

In their words.

A small selection of testimonials from clients we’ve worked with on kitchens, gardens and outdoor-living projects across East Sussex.

Kitchens

With Siobhan.

Kitchen

Working with Siobhan was a fantastic experience from start to finish. The prospect of designing a kitchen and boot room in a listed property felt quite overwhelming, with wandering walls and lack of straight edges. From our very first meeting Siobhan fully understood the brief — to preserve the character of the property whilst maximising functionality.

Siobhan worked efficiently to (very) short deadlines and it was incredibly helpful to see rendered designs of the space before finalising any decisions. Siobhan's depth of expertise made the whole process from start to finish something I was able to enjoy rather than dread — thank you!

Mr FCotswoldsListed property — kitchen and boot room

Kitchen

Siobhan at Decimus Design Studio did a wonderful job designing my kitchen as part of our new open-plan kitchen/diner extension. I wanted a handmade kitchen, but it was important to me to have an independent designer who could create something truly tailored to how I live, rather than being tied to a specific kitchen company.

Siobhan really took the time to understand what I wanted and needed, and guided me through aspects of how I'd actually use the space that I hadn't even considered. The result is a kitchen that not only looks beautiful but works perfectly for our day-to-day life.

Mr PHastingsOpen-plan kitchen extension — handmade design

Kitchen

We used Decimus Design Studio for a kitchen as part of a property refurbishment project. As often happens, our original budget became tighter as other building costs increased, but they were able to thoughtfully rework the design to suit a more affordable supplier without losing the overall vision.

They also oversaw and project managed the supply, which made the whole process run smoothly and took a lot of pressure off us. Their flexibility, practical approach, and attention to detail made a real difference to the final result.

Mr and Mrs CHastingsProperty refurbishment — kitchen design and supply
Gardens

With Corinne.

Garden

We had just purchased a Georgian double-fronted listed building that had stood empty for over 18 months. The property featured a large, established terraced front garden, which had become extremely overgrown during that time. The renovation itself was long and costly, leaving us with a very limited budget for landscaping by the end of the project.

Once the substantial overgrowth was cleared, we discovered that much of the garden consisted of disappointing concrete slabs. However, Corinne immediately saw the potential. She created a thoughtful design that introduced generous new planting areas, blending modern planting schemes beautifully with the existing mature garden. The result is a space that feels balanced, vibrant, and full of interest throughout the seasons, with carefully positioned areas for seating and enjoying the sunsets.

The rear garden, rich in historical character, was treated with great sensitivity. Its integrity was preserved and enhanced through a subtle, ethereal lighting design that highlights its key features. Corinne also created functional spaces for cooking, dining, and relaxing, transforming the garden into the most treasured part of our home.

We are absolutely delighted with the results and couldn't recommend her more highly.

Mr and Mrs CHastingsGeorgian listed building — front and rear gardens

Garden

We couldn't be happier with the work our garden designer Corinne delivered. From the very first consultation, she truly understood our vision and brought creative ideas that elevated the entire space beyond what we had imagined.

The attention to detail, thoughtful layout, and seamless blend of functionality with aesthetics have completely transformed our garden into a beautiful and practical outdoor living area. Every element feels carefully considered, and the final result is both stunning and thankfully easy to maintain.

Throughout the process, communication was excellent and everything was handled with professionalism and care. It was clear we were working with someone passionate, knowledgeable, and highly skilled. We would absolutely recommend Corinne's services to anyone looking to create a standout outdoor space.

Mrs WTenterdenFull garden redesign
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