Making sense of the chaos so you can move forward with confidence.
Why book a Build Survival Session with me?
Because I understand exactly where you are right now—and how quickly things can spiral without the right support.
I’m Siobhan Casey, an award-winning interior designer with over 13 years of experience guiding homeowners through renovations, extensions, and complex refurbishments. I’ve spent years reviewing layouts, working with builders, and helping clients stay focused when the pressure mounts. My work has been featured in Living etc, The Telegraph, KBB Magazine, and Country Homes & Interiors—but what matters more is that my clients trust me to bring clarity and calm when they’re overwhelmed by decisions. Many credit me with transforming not just their homes, but how they live in them.
This online session is designed for exactly that stage—when you’re knee-deep in decisions about layouts, lighting, or finishes, and you just need someone to help you see the way forward. I’ll help you make sense of your options, spot any issues that need attention, and focus on what really matters to you. I speak fluent builder, so if you’re being hit with technical questions or pressured to make choices before you’re ready, I can help you sense-check and respond with confidence.
And if you and your partner aren’t seeing eye to eye? I’m also very good at being a diplomatic design referee.
What’s Included in the Consultation?
2-hour online consultation via Zoom or Teams
We’ll tackle your project head-on, reviewing drawings, samples, inspiration, and dilemmas.
Pre-call questionnaire
You’ll summarise where you’re stuck, share images, plans, or product links, and tell me your priorities, or ask me to help sort your priorities.
Written summary of key advice
I’ll follow up with bullet-point notes or action steps if useful—especially when multiple decisions are covered.
Decisions We Can Untangle (and Finally Finalise)
When you’re mid-build, even small design decisions can feel overwhelming — and rushed choices often lead to costly mistakes. This session is designed to step in where your contractor, architect, or past self may have left gaps.
Here are just some of the issues we can tackle together:
- You’re stuck choosing tiles, flooring, or worktops and worried they’re all shouting at each other
- Paint colours are clashing from room to room and you’re starting to doubt everything (including your life choices)
- You’ve spotted layout issues too late and need a second set of eyes before it’s all set in stone (or plasterboard)
- You’re stuck choosing tiles, flooring, or worktops and worried they’re all shouting at each other
- Paint colours are clashing from room to room and you’re starting to doubt everything (including your life choices)
- You’ve spotted layout issues too late and need a second set of eyes before it’s all set in stone (or plasterboard)
We’ll review what’s already planned, highlight what’s missing, and help you make smart, solid design decisions – so things keep moving, without the panic.
No pressure to cover everything. This session is your space to breathe, regroup, and get the kind of guidance that makes the rest of the build feel a whole lot more manageable.
What You’ll Walk Away With
Clear, confident decisions made in real-time
No more endless back-and-forth or second-guessing. We’ll make smart, informed choices together on the spot, so you can keep your project moving.
Visual or verbal direction on finishes, layout, or styling
Whether you need a moodboard-style visual or just someone to talk it through with, I’ll help you nail down the look, layout, and feel that works.
Tension diffused (if you’re stuck in a couple’s clash!)
Design disagreements? I’ll help mediate with a neutral, professional perspective—so everyone feels heard and the right choice gets made.
Prioritised next steps so you can move forward without spiralling
You’ll leave with a clear, doable action plan that cuts through the noise and tells you exactly what to do next—no overwhelm, no overthinking.
What I’ll Need From You
To get the most out of your Build Survival Session, please send the following at least two working days before our call:
- A completed questionnaire (you’ll receive this by email after booking)
- A zip file (via email or WeTransfer) that includes:
– Photos of the space(s) you’d like to discuss
– Floorplans (PDF, JPEG, or a photo of a hand-drawn sketch)
– Any relevant measurements (especially if no plans exist)
- Links to your Pinterest boards or saved inspiration images
- Any shortlisted finishes, fittings, or materials you’re deciding between
- A short summary of where you’re stuck (you’ll be prompted when booking)
No pressure to be perfectly organised—just send what you’ve got. The more context I have, the more targeted and useful your advice will be.
Client Testimonial
“We were neck-deep in renovation chaos and couldn’t agree on anything. Siobhan stepped in like a design SWAT team—saw the gaps, flagged risks, and steered us back on track in two hours flat.”
SAM & TASHA, REIGATE
Pricing & Next Steps
The full session fee is £390 (including VAT).
This covers a 2-hour online consultation focused entirely on your project. After booking, you’ll receive a confirmation email with everything you need to prepare, including a short questionnaire.
You’ll also receive follow-up notes after the session (if helpful), summarising key decisions and outlining any next steps.
Ready to get started? Just click below to book your session.
What Happens When You Book?
1. Choose a date and time that works for you via our secure online booking system.
2. Fill out a short intake form to set the scene.
3. Once your booking is confirmed, you’ll receive a follow-up questionnaire where you can share details like floor plans, photos, Pinterest boards, and anything else helpful. This should be completed and returned at least 2 working days before your session.
4. Not sure what to send? Don’t worry — you’ll get clear guidance, and you don’t need to have everything figured out.
5. You’ll receive a Zoom link and email reminder the day before your consultation.
6. On the day, jump online for your 2-hour clarity session.
7. Afterwards, you’ll receive a concise summary of your session with key insights and next steps — delivered to your inbox within 2 working days.
Need to reschedule? Life happens — you can do so easily via your confirmation email, with at least 48 hours’ notice.
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Not Sure If It’s Right for You?
If you just need help making one quick decision in a single room – like choosing the right paint colour, finalising a tile layout, or confirming which light fitting works best – try the Design Hotline instead. It’s a focused 1-hour consultation designed to give you fast, clear advice without overcomplicating things. Perfect for when you’re stuck on one detail and need a second opinion to move forward with confidence.
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