Inside Design Jane Ledger

I love so many words in our design language. I love words full stop!! Because with the visual spaces I’m creating I’m also imagining the words that go with it. But today, I’m sharing 3 words I just can’t handle in design. Words that have wormed their way into our lingo. Things I hear when people talk about design, and when they’re talking to their designer. Is this you? I’d love to know what you think about these 3 words I’d love to change.Connect with us: Website https://janeledger...

If you’re thinking of renovating in the next 12-24 months you won’t want to miss this!Today’s conversation with builder Colin Campbell from Camstruct Design & Build packs a punch with real and raw insights into what it takes to renovate in the current market.We cover:• Should you have a Fixed Price or Cost Plus contract? • What’s the difference between an Estimate and a Quote?• Range of builders % margins• What level of documentation do you need?• Prime Costs vs Provisional Sums• Selectin...

Often I see homeowners working out a budget for their new build or reno project - with only one figure in mind. The Construction Cost. But what you pay your builder is only part of the equation. You also need to factor in all the costs of getting your project off the ground, planned, approved and ready for construction. Council fees, consultant fees surveyors, engineers, just to name a few. And then there’s the professional fees of your architect or building designer, interior designer a...

In this episode Jane speaks candidly about the No. 1 mistake she sees homeowners make when tackling their design project: rushing in. Rushing in to site works and construction without spending enough time, energy and resources in the pre-construction phase. Planning your design. Tweaking the design. Settling in and really getting comfortable with it. Jane opens your eyes to what really happens on site when you launch in too quickly. And how to put yourself back in the drivers seat of you...

In today’s episode I’m chatting with in-demand Landscape Architect, Tristan Peirce on how to go about designing your outdoors - landscape, pool and garden design.In our conversation you’ll discover:1. How to become a client How to get started on the process and when. We talk through Tristan’s onboarding process and how he takes on new clients2. Budget allocationWhat proportion of your total project budget should you be allowing for landscape design?3. MindsetI loved this one! Tristan sha...

Wondering who you need to engage on your reno or new build project? Who you should approach first? Is it the builder, architect, interior designer, landscape designer?Truth is, you’re going to need more than one design professional. And probably all of these. In this episode I’m sharing 4 tips on how to create the dream team of professionals on your project. A team who’s aligned with your dreams, collaborative, curious and creative. Dedicated to you. HINT: it’s not a batting line up...