Listed Building Design Consultancy
Transforming your house into an elegant home takes a delicate balance of architectural awareness, spatial planning and your personal story.
At Mary Barber Fray Interior Design, based in Bath, Somerset, we provide a comprehensive, end-to-end interior design service that is truly tailored to your individual lifestyle, taste and Budget.
From updating a single room to undertaking a full renovation of a Grade I-listed property, our full interior design service takes away the stress, helps you make creative decisions and provides excellent project management, leaving you to enjoy a seamless process from concept to completion.
An End-to-End Design Process
Our approach combines meticulous technical planning with a real understanding of colour,
light and crafts. As a long-standing professional member of the British Institute of Interior Design (BIID), Mary Barber Fray makes sure every stage of your project is completed to the highest professional standards.
Initial Briefing and Appraisal
We begin by listening closely to how you wish to live, work and spend time in your home. We discuss layout possibilities, practical requirements, target deadlines and investment parameters.
Concept and Design Development
We curate and present initial spatial layouts, mood boards, colour palettes and material selections. Rather than imposing a signature trend, we give you options that follow your tastes and the building's architecture.
Detailed Specifications and Sourcing
Once the concepts are agreed upon, we draw up the precise technical specifications, lighting layouts and schedules of finishes. We source from an extensive network of artisan craftsmen, so we can handle everything from bespoke joinery to hand-sewn drapery and custom upholstery.
Project Implementation and Installation
We oversee the execution in detail, from liaising with trade contractors, specialists and suppliers, to coordinating deliveries and placing the final accessories, we ensure the project
completes on schedule and within your agreed budget.
Service Overview
Scope
Single rooms, multi-room updates, complete residential homes, and period properties
Specialisms
Period and listed buildings, contemporary interiors, spatial layout, lighting,
and bespoke furniture
Deliverables
Concept boards, floor plans, trade schedules, material specifications,
white-glove delivery, and final styling
Sustainability
Re-imagining existing family heirlooms alongside durable, handcrafted
investment pieces
Portfolio
Listed Building Projects
Large Late Victorian Family Home, Barnt Green, Birmingham
We have undertaken comprehensive restoration and design work over the last few years to bring back the elegance, light and graciousness of the house while ensuring it is bang up to date with 21st century family living.
Arts & Crafts Family Home
Having already worked on individual rooms, we were asked to completely update and renew the major areas, services and architectural features of this traditional late 19th century Arts and Crafts home, retaining the sense of tradition and architecture, while bringing a welcoming, spacious and cohesive feel to the clients’ well-used family home and dog.
Listed Building Interior Design FAQs
Do you follow a specific signature design style?
No. We believe your home should reflect your personal story and lifestyle rather than a trend or rigid agency style. We design spaces ranging from contemporary and minimal to classical and traditional, tailored specifically to your personality and the spirit of your building.
How do you handle project budgets and timelines?
During the initial brief, we establish your preferred budget and completion target. Detailed cost estimates and schedules are agreed upon before ordering materials or engaging contractors, ensuring complete transparency and peace of mindthroughout.
Can we incorporate our existing furniture into the new design?
We encourage a sustainable and personal approach to design. We regularly integrate our clients' existing furniture, artwork, and cherished objects into new schemes through reupholstery, repositioning, or clever reframing.
Where are your interior design services available?
While based in Bath, Somerset, Mary Barber Fray provides full interior design services across the South West and nationwide throughout the UK.
Still have a question?
Submit a question or give us a call and Mary will get back to you as soon as possible. We provide other interior design services like listed building design consultancy and interior design consultancy.
