What Our Building Site Taught Me About Creating a Beautiful Home

I still remember the moment I hung two picture frames in our bedroom. It was the beginning of turning complete chaos into a beautiful home, even while we were still living on a building site.

At the time, we were living in Malta—literally on a construction site. My husband was working around the clock trying to finish the house, but we weren’t happy. The dream of living by the sea had started to fade, and we were exhausted.

I knew I had to take action—a beautiful home couldn’t wait until the house was finished. So I focused on one small space.

I chose our bedroom and hung two simple frames. They matched the curtains and held photos of old film stars laughing and having fun. Just a tiny touch—but that little corner brought in beauty, joy, and a spark of life.

To our surprise, everything shifted. The room looked and felt better—lighter, calmer. For the first time in weeks, it felt like we were heading toward a beautiful home, not just surviving on a building site.

From Survival Mode to a Beautiful Home

But let me be honest—it wasn’t always like that.

There was a point when we stopped caring altogether. The house felt like a burden, and we were deep in survival mode. If the water worked and the lights turned on, that was good enough.

We accepted living among dust, tools, and clutter. Our living room was a storage unit. I literally had to step over sacks of cement just to reach the kitchen. A beautiful home felt out of reach—and I convinced myself it didn’t matter.

Then our first daughter was born.

When my father came to visit and offered to clean a window, I said:
“Don’t bother. It’ll get dirty again soon.”

But he insisted. He wiped the glass, looked at me, and said:

“It’s not good, and it never will be. Believe it or not, it’s affecting your mood and your behaviour.”

I’ll never forget that.

The sunshine came through that clean window, and in that moment, something shifted. I was holding our newborn baby, and finally saw what I’d been ignoring: we all deserve a beautiful home—no matter our situation.

I Should Have Known This—But I Forgot

It sounds silly, but despite everything I had studied:

• Lighting design
• Textile and fashion design (BA)
• Architecture (MA)
• Years of experience as an architect in the Czech Republic and Malta.

…it wasn’t until that moment, looking through a clean window, that I truly felt the impact of my surroundings.

It’s incredible how much our environment affects us. When your space is messy, dull, or half-finished, it’s hard to relax. It’s hard to feel joy. And it’s even harder to feel like you’re living in a beautiful home.

But here’s the thing—creating a beautiful home doesn’t require perfection. It just takes small, intentional changes.

Even something as simple as better lighting, moving your sofa, or organizing the kids’ toys can shift the energy in a room—and in your life.

The Holistic Path to a Beautiful Home

That moment inspired me to dive deeper. I started learning more about holistic design, energy flow, and Feng Shui. I discovered how your layout, lighting, and even the colours in your space influence your mood and wellbeing.

But don’t worry—you don’t have to read stacks of design books to create a beautiful home. You don’t have to become a Feng Shui master, either.

You just need a little help to see your space differently.

Imagine your home feeling like a true sanctuary again—a beautiful home that lifts you up every single day. Not someday when the house is finished. Now.

Start Your Beautiful Home With One Small Step

That’s exactly why I created the Design Quick Fix—a super simple, personalized way to take that first step toward a beautiful home.

If your living room feels off, your bedroom lacks comfort, or you’re just overwhelmed by clutter and chaos, this is for you.

Here’s what you’ll get:

• A professional design guide, tailored to your space
• Clear answers to 1–2 specific design problems (layout, style, flow)
• 3–5 expert tips based on your room, style, and needs
• Optional layout and product suggestions
• Delivered to your inbox within 2 business days

This isn’t a full makeover. It’s the first step—your starting point toward a truly beautiful home.

No generic templates. No AI checklists. Just real, experienced advice from a qualified interior designer who knows how to turn any space—from chaos to calm—into a beautiful home.

Your Beautiful Home Is Closer Than You Think

You don’t need to wait for a finished renovation.
You don’t need to spend thousands.
You don’t need to keep guessing.

You just need one small step, one fresh perspective—and the belief that you deserve a beautiful home, right now.

Let’s start building your beautiful home—together.