Design notes from
Touched Interiors
Guides, ideas and studio news from the Touched Interiors design studio in Manchester: interiors, furniture, lighting and the craft behind luxury homes.
Luxury Interior Design Trends With Staying Power
Luxury interior design trends for 2026, from tactile stone and tailored colour to discreet technology, with guidance on choosing ideas built to last well.
17 July 2026
Choosing the Best Luxury Outdoor Furniture
A designer’s guide to the best luxury outdoor furniture, from enduring materials and proportion to comfort, layout and all-season care for fine terraces.
15 July 2026
Luxury Villa Interior Design Guide for Owners
A luxury villa interior design guide for creating a composed, enduring home through architecture, materials, light, furniture and considered detail, well.
13 July 2026
What Is Turnkey Interior Design in a Luxury Home?
What is turnkey interior design? Discover how a complete, carefully managed service brings architecture, furnishing and finishing into one considered whole.
11 July 2026
Bespoke Furniture Versus Designer Collections
Bespoke furniture versus designer collections - understand the differences in craftsmanship, flexibility, lead times and long-term value.
9 July 2026
Choosing the Best Luxury Dining Tables
Choosing the best luxury dining tables means balancing scale, material, craftsmanship and daily use to create a dining room with lasting presence.
7 July 2026
What Defines High End Interior Design?
What defines high end interior design? Explore craftsmanship, planning, materials and detail that shape refined, lasting interiors.
5 July 2026
How to Plan Home Cinema Interiors Well
Learn how to plan home cinema interiors with expert advice on layout, acoustics, lighting, finishes and seating for refined, lasting comfort.
3 July 2026
What Defines a Luxury Home Styling Service?
What defines a luxury home styling service? Learn how expert styling shapes atmosphere, balance and lasting refinement in exceptional homes.
1 July 2026
Benefits of Showroom Furniture Shopping
Discover the benefits of showroom furniture shopping, from material quality and comfort testing to expert guidance and bespoke design decisions.
30 June 2026
What Is Private Shopping Furniture?
What is private shopping furniture? Learn how luxury private shopping works, who it suits, and why it matters for bespoke, design-led homes.
29 June 2026
How to Customise Furniture Finishes Well
Learn how to customise furniture finishes with expert guidance on timber, metal, lacquer and upholstery for a refined, lasting interior scheme.
28 June 2026
Choosing Made to Order Sofas Well
A designer’s guide to made to order sofas - from sizing and comfort to upholstery and craftsmanship, for a more considered investment.
27 June 2026Speak with the studio
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