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Looking for interior designer/ architect in west midlands area

3 years ago

I am going to moving into a new house. I was looking for an interior designer to help with decorating the various bedrooms and bathrooms. Also maybe an architect / designer to give me some suggestions on living room layout. Please get in touch if you are able to help

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Sonia
3 years ago
You can find designers etc via the FIND A PROFESSIONAL button above. It will list people in your area with pictures of past work and reviews too.
Sonia
3 years ago
Sorry FIND PROFESSIONALS is on the Home page.
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3 years ago
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Some of us work remotely too ! So can help even though we are miles away !

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