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Redecorating Without Buying New Furniture Can Still Be Luxe. Here’s How.
You don’t need to start from scratch to redesign a space you love. This blog explores how repurposing existing home decor can save money, reduce waste, and tell a richer design story. Using a real-world case study of a Grade II listed lounge, we show how honouring what you already love (like handmade curtains or quirky heirlooms) can elevate your space and add unexpected cohesion. Ideal for STR owners and thoughtful homeowners alike.

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21 hours ago3 min read
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The Wilde Call - Design SOS Call
Book a 1:1 strategy session for short term rental owners and design forward homeowners who want their space to work harder — for more bookings, better reviews, and fewer headaches.

Olive & Wilde
May 91 min read
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Interior Design for AirBnBs and Short Term Rentals: How to Increase Bookings and Boost ROI
Interior design isn’t just about style, it’s your Airbnb’s secret sales tool. In this post, I’m breaking down how thoughtful STR interiors can boost your nightly rate, improve guest reviews, and turn your holiday let into a high performing brand. If you’re still starting with cushions… we need to talk.

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May 12 min read
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Intentional Design for STRs: How My California Road Trip Changed Everything
Intentional design for STRs isn’t just about style—it’s about creating emotional connections. Discover how my slow travel across California shaped the way I design short-term rentals and homes with lasting impact.

Olive & Wilde
Apr 293 min read
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Designing the Box Room; Small space design ideas for STRs and homes
Small space design ideas aren’t just for tiny homes—they’re powerful tools to create connection, boost STR bookings, and transform guest experiences. Discover how designing intentionally (even in the box room!) shaped my approach to beautiful, purposeful interiors

Olive & Wilde
Apr 273 min read
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How to Work With Olive & Wilde Interiors
Looking for an interior designer for your holiday let, Airbnb, or boutique home? Here's how to work with Olive & Wilde Interiors. From 1:1 design clarity calls to full-service renovations, explore bespoke packages that boost bookings and create spaces your guests will never forget. Plus, shop digital design tools like The Red Thread and Colour Confidence Kit. Ready to transform your space? Let’s begin

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Apr 213 min read
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Why I Started Olive & Wilde (and Why I’ll Never Design Beige)
Laura shares how a lilac trimmed childhood bedroom sparked a lifelong love of interiors, and how that passion evolved into Olive & Wilde, a Dorset based design studio for soulful, strategic spaces that generate ROI.

Olive & Wilde
Apr 192 min read
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Perfect Alicante Day Trip Itinerary: Must-See Spots & Hidden Gems
Explore Alicante’s hidden gems, markets, castles, coastal strolls & top eats. The perfect day trip starts here!

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Mar 144 min read
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Lisbon: The Perfect City for a Design & Culture Retreat
When it comes to cities that effortlessly blend history, design, and creativity, Lisbon is at the top of my list.

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Feb 211 min read
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Master Bedroom Design Ideas: Transforming Your Space into a Serene Retreat
Discover how our cost-effective Room Refresh e-design service transformed a master bedroom in Weymouth, Dorset into a serene sanctuary.

Olive & Wilde
Aug 19, 20243 min read
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The Bouji Bolthole - From dusty storeroom to boutique tiny house stay
The Bouji Bolthole Tiny House by the sea used as a holiday let Location – Weymouth, Dorset The Project Olive & Wilde transformed this...

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Jul 10, 20243 min read
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