How to Design Your Dream Home

A broad approach to interior design

with BUNNY WILLIAMS — World-renowned interior designer and industry leader

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Bunny introduces you to her design philosophy. Honed and sculpted over the many years of her illustrious career, her approach to interiors favours the eclectic, valuing comfort and character over prescriptive style.

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Introduction

A Broad Approach to Interior Design

In this course, I hope to demonstrate my design philosophy, as well as show you the processes I follow to create a beautiful home.

My Approach

It has always been important to me to ensure my work is varied and broad-ranging. I work on projects in a host of different styles, in both countryside and city settings - and my approach to their design is equally as eclectic. From prestigious galleries to flea markets, my sourcebook ranges from the high to the low, giving my work a sense of life and character. No matter the size of the project or budget, comfort and elegance are the prevailing pillars of my design philosophy.

Style is Circumstantial

I always allow the 'style' of my designs to be influenced and informed by the unique characteristics of the specific project I'm working on. To determine the style, I will ask myself the following questions.

  • What do the clients want and need?
  • Where is the project, and how does this inform the design?
  • How will the house be used?
  • What lifestyle do my clients have?

What We'll Cover

In this course, I'll be covering the following topics.

  • Addressing the unique needs of a space
  • Creating floor plans
  • Putting room schemes together
  • How to design for comfort and a sense of home
  • Combining practicality with style

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Bunny Williams

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Bunny Williams

World-renowned interior designer and industry leader

Bunny Williams, a celebrated interior designer and industry icon, is acclaimed worldwide for her contributions to the field. She holds prestigious memberships in the AD Hall of Fame, the Elle Decor A-List, and the Interior Design magazine Hall of Fame, and has been honoured with House Beautiful's Giants of Design award. Bunny is also a successful businesswoman, author, and philanthropist. She launched her firm, Bunny Williams Inc., in 1988 after a 22-year apprenticeship with Parish-Hadley Associates. Her business includes Williams Lawrence, Bunny Williams Home, various product and fabric lines, and a series of bestselling books. Bunny Williams Inc. is renowned for balancing refined beauty, liveability, and attention to detail, with projects across the U.S. and abroad. Bunny's expertise extends to interior design, gardening, and entertaining, and she is a sought-after speaker and mentor.

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