Hello lovely,
I’m back in your inbox feeling utterly refreshed after some precious family time (and, if I’m honest, a few too many ice creams by the sea).
Whilst I was away, I had the rare and precious time to do an exercise I’ve actually never done with Sam but one I always encourage my clients to do: create a vision board. Having that quality time away from the day job with him, we finally had the chance to sit quietly together and really work out what we want our dream home to feel like for the future.
I found myself scrolling through old saved photos and instinctively began gathering images, textures, and little moments that felt like “home” to me. Not just rooms I’ve loved, but snapshots of feelings: warmth, stillness, laughter, misty mornings and a sleepy Zac.
This is exactly why I get my clients to do a vision board; it’s about looking ahead, imagining the life you want to build over the next five or even ten years, rather than just focusing on that perfect sofa or the latest paint colour. It’s such a powerful exercise because it helps clarify your vision and guides the mood board and design decisions that come next.
I really wanted to do this with Sam, to have that quiet moment to think: if we could create a vision board for the kind of life we want in our home over the coming years, what would it look like? What feelings, routines, and connections do we want to nurture? That intentional clarity anchors everything else.
It’s not about chasing trends or quick fixes; it’s about setting a foundation for a home that truly serves your life and your dreams.
I love doing this with couples, sometimes, for the first time, conversations emerge about what they truly want from their space: quiet moments, family brunches, creative corners. The overlap between those visions? That’s where real magic happens and design gets deeply personal.
Let me show you a little snippet of my own vision board, the one Sam and I put together, sitting side by side on a rainy afternoon. It’s filled with textures and images that evoke connection and calm. My absolute non-negotiable? Waking up and having a cup of tea with Zac and Sam by the kitchen fire.
That’s the feeling I want our house to hold, a sense of comforting hush, a gentle gathering place that says, “you’re home”.
And this is why vision boards matter. They give you clarity, emotion, intention. Suddenly, it’s not just about chasing the latest shade or sofa, it’s about building a space that nurtures your life.
Vision Board vs. Mood Board:
I know I’ve talked before about mood boards, they’re perfect once you’re knee-deep in details and want to nail that exact paint colour or sofa fabric. But a vision board is the foundation. It answers the big, beautiful questions:
What does your ideal morning look and feel like?
Where do you imagine your family and friends gathering?
What daily rituals bring you the most joy?
How do you want your home to serve you, not just “look” good?
Your vision board isn’t just a design exercise; it’s your compass, helping you make decisions that feel “right” for years to come. It anchors you before the renovation dust starts flying, and it helps you say “no” to quick trends and “yes” to lasting comfort.
A Challenge For You This Week
Before you deep-dive into paint charts, I want you to spend half an hour creating YOUR vision board. Grab magazines, scroll through old family photos, pull together digital images on Pinterest or Canva, whatever speaks to you. Fill it with moments, textures, inspiring corners, words or colours that make your heart feel settled. Think about the feeling you want to walk into every day, not just the look, but the experience.
And once you’ve made it? Share it with me! I am so inspired by seeing your visions come alive, and I promise, I’ll share a peek of my own as well.
Let’s make this the year our homes start to truly reflect us. Not just what’s beautiful, or on trend, but what’s meaningful. I am so excited to see what you come up with.
Big love,
Tash xx
All photos are from Pinterest and feature on my personal Vision Board