Welcome to Foundations & Facades
Where we live shapes who we are.
In a world that often prioritizes speed and spectacle, Foundations & Facades invites you to slow down, take a closer look, and reflect on the spaces we inhabit, the stories they tell, and the lives they shape.
This blog is a journey into the art and science of design. It’s an exploration of architecture, interiors, and urban spaces, and how they shape the way we live, connect, and thrive. It also examines the practical realities of property ownership, whether it’s navigating renovations, avoiding legal pitfalls, or understanding the complexities of restauration. Because design isn’t just about aesthetics. It’s about solving problems, elevating quality of life, and inspiring new ways of thinking.
Drawing from my own experiences, moving from London to Luxembourg, to living in Mondorf-les-Bains and spending my free time outside of work renovating period homes, and a lifelong fascination with how spaces shape our lives, I created Foundations & Facades to explore thoughtful design and push back against the uninspired architecture taking over our cities.
Here, you’ll find more than design tips. This is a space for exploration of the urban concepts that define our neighbourhoods, the interior projects that create a sense of home, and the small details that elevate everyday living.
Whether you're a design enthusiast, a problem-solver drawn to the poetry of spaces, or someone who simply believes our environments deserve more thoughtful consideration, you're in the right place. Together, we'll explore how design can be both a science and an art, a puzzle and its solution.
Because the most profound changes often start with a simple question about the spaces we inhabit:
What if?
Let’s look behind the facades, beneath the foundations, and into the deeper layers that shape our world - and discover how thoughtful design reflects who we truly are.
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