testimonials

Over the years, we have produced a diverse range of design schemes spanning elegant regency town houses, new-build multi million apartments, period family homes (where both style and practicality are key) and sophisticated multitasking work spaces.

We pride ourselves on our straightforward & professional project management and strong relationship with our clients.

Please don’t take it from us – read our reviews & see what they have to say…

I had my first flat in Brighton fully redecorated by Elixir interior Design a few years ago and was so pleased by the outcome of the work done by their team, especially Melanie Barnes that I had them do my second property in London as well.

Moreover, many of my friends who visited me liked the worked done by them, so they engaged Elixir to redecorate and do the interior design of their units as well.

MELANIE AND HER TEAM ARE PROFESSIONAL IN THEIR JOB OF NOT ONLY GUIDING US TO THE NEW LOOK AND FEEL OF THE APARTMENT BUT ALSO THE SKILLED ARTISANS TO EXECUTE THE JOB AND SUPERVISE IT.

We are very pleased with the outcome and service provided by Elixir and would recommend them to anyone wishing to carry out interior work.

Melanie helped us design and furnish our Georgian town-house. Having never previously worked with an interior designer, we were a bit nervous about being talked into things we didn’t want, but I can honestly say that she is lovely to have around.

SHE REALLY LISTENS TO WHAT YOU WANT AND THEN TURNS IT INTO SOMETHING MUCH BETTER.

She’s very flexible in the way she works, and will take on as much or little as you need – no hard sell. Ours was a large project, so we worked together for 4-5 months, and we felt we got excellent value and a great result. However, I know she’s done smaller projects with the same attention and enthusiasm which makes her so good to work with.

Wholeheartedly recommend Melanie and Elixir.

 Working with Elixir was my first experience of working with Interior Design Consultants and was most enjoyable and helpful.

I am delighted with the result and I could not have achieved what that I wanted without their expertise and professionalism.

I would recommend them to any prospective clients.

 Elixir Interior Design helped us to fully visualise our design ideas.

They worked with us to integrate the design theme with our existing furniture whilst introducing new fabrics, paints and sourcing some incredible wallpaper.

The final finished room has a luxurious boutique hotel feel and is beyond our expectations.

I met Melanie some years ago, so when I wanted ideas about remodelling our en-suite, she was the obvious choice.

Melanie is a good communicator, essential for me, and has a bubbly personality. My own ideas were scrutinised and her knowledge of current fashions and local suppliers helped us to define a couple of options.

We are delighted with the result and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her.

We were completely in the dark about which way to go for the interior design of our hairdressing salon. The team at Elixir listened to all of our hopes and ideas and came up with three very different design concepts to choose from. They kept in close contact with us from our very first meeting right the way through to finalizing our chosen concept, particularly with regards to budget, sourcing of materials, contacts and deadlines.

Every aspect of the design service was utterly professional. I would not hesitate to use them again for other projects and will definitely be recommending them to others.

I had the pleasure of employing Elixir Interior Design to come up with a new concept for our 16th century Grade II* listed building in West Sussex.

From the initial brief to their final presentations I found them to be totally client-focused and they never deviated from the initial brief that was set to them.

They were professional at all times and produced an outstanding concept for the venue, which included a set of costings as well as detailed mood boards and plans.

It is rare that you find designers with such a broad knowledge and enthusiasm for what they do, coupled with a friendly and approachable manner.

I would not hesitate to use Elixir again for future projects and it is an honour to be able to recommend them to any future clients.

My Victorian house was a complete shambles and I hadn’t known where to start – they were utter marvels!

I had no experience of working with interior designers and I admit to being a little intimidated by the thought, but Elixir made the experience a joy from start to finish.

I felt very much a part of the team throughout and I feel that they captured my style perfectly.

Their designs, as well as being exciting and imaginative, had a real sense of practicality that one needs for day to day living in a busy home. Quite frankly, I now adore my home – it’s wonderful!

We hired Melanie at Elixir Interior to help us transform the ground floor of our Victorian terraced house into a space in which our family would love hanging out together.

After spending time understanding our design tastes, Melanie came back with designs that were both functional and beautiful. She worked with us and our contractor through the build, keeping the stress out of the design implementation for us.

Melanie nailed the warm mid-century look that we were after. Each room has its own personality yet there is a consistent feel throughout. We love it!

Having followed Elixir Interior Design on Facebook for a while, we were very excited to see them launch an e-design service as we were planning to re-decorate our master bedroom.

From the very first contact with Melanie, she was friendly yet professional, listened to all our ideas and gave advice on what would and wouldn’t work and why, explained everything clearly and was beyond helpful.

We now have a beautiful room design and plan which is currently underway, and are so excited about the end result. Melanie managed to combine both mine and my partners polar opposite tastes into a beautiful sanctuary for us both to enjoy.

I would highly recommend Elixir Interior Design, whether its an in-person consultation or their e-design service, the service and experience was quite simply exceptional!

A modern office needs to be a home from home these days to ensure a team are equally happy to be in the office.

WORKING WITH MELANIE WAS A TRULY COLLABORATIVE FUN AND JOYFUL EXPERIENCE where she helped us design and realise a vision for our future office space with great attention to detail.
Her network of suppliers fast tracked our office renovation and provided great value for money.

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Elixir was introduced to us by friends who were very excited by Mel’s creative energy and transformation of their seafront flat.

She helped us with our massive Georgian townhouse renovation, GENTLY GUIDING US AWAY FROM SAFE AND TRADITIONAL TO A REALLY RELAXING AND BEAUTIFUL HOME.

She was equally helpful as sounding board for our evolving ideas and keeping us focussed on the themes we originally wanted.

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Melanie was great, totally got my vision before we’d even met and CAME TO OUR APPOINTMENT WITH HEAPS AND HEAPS OF IDEAS AND SAMPLES THAT WERE TO MY TASTE AND REALLY HELPED SOLIDIFY MY VISION.

It felt great to have someone to talk ideas through with and who came armed with lots of local suppliers too. I’m planning to spend a lot on a remodelling project and want the finished space to look well put together, to my taste and worth the investment. With Melanie by my side I know I can achieve that!’

Mel’s wisdom and experience are unparalleled.

We had completed two different projects with Elixir Interior Design. They had shown exemplary skill and proficiency and delivered our apartments as attractive and cozy as it can be.

IT WAS BEYOND WHAT WE EXPECTED AND ENVISAGED.

We wish Elixir and Melanie all the very best for all their future endeavours. To add to it.. another notable feature is the willingness of Team Elixir to assume and impart such responsibilities that are beyond their scope, that the situation may demand during the progress of any project, which I think is an unparalleled and unique feature of Elixir Interior Design.