The BJ Atelier journal
Practical design notes for Sri Lankan homes. Explore 22 guides on rooms, furniture, materials and cost planning, in English and Sinhala.
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Kitchen materials
Compare kitchen worktop materials, sink details, cleaning needs and quotation inclusions before choosing a surface for your Sri Lankan home.
Read article → Kitchen Worktops in Sri Lanka: Granite, Quartz, Porcelain or Laminate?Paint and finishes
Choose interior paint by room, cleaning needs, wall condition and tropical humidity. Compare matt, low sheen and satin, with a practical quotation checklist.
Read article → Washable Wall Paint: How to Choose Matt, Low Sheen or SatinPlanning
Separate design fees, furniture, site work and delivery before comparing interior quotations. A practical budget worksheet for Sri Lankan homeowners.
Read article → How to plan an interior design budget in Sri LankaRoom planning
Arrange seating, TV and storage around real doors and daily movement. A measured approach to small living rooms without buying unnecessary furniture.
Read article → Small living room layout: plan the walking routes firstDesign concepts
Combine shaded daylight, natural textures and usable furniture in a tropical modern interior. Learn which details to adapt to your own home.
Read article → Tropical modern interiors for a practical Sri Lankan homeDesign concepts
Plan a calm bedroom with useful storage, comfortable access and a restrained palette. Adapt Japandi inspiration to the furniture you already own.
Read article → A Japandi-inspired bedroom that works beyond the pictureDesign concepts
Use proportion, repeated finishes and one focal point to create a classic interior. A practical alternative to covering every wall with mouldings.
Read article → Modern classic interiors without overdecoratingFurniture
Compare furniture materials by component, finish and exposure. Ask better questions about solid timber, veneer, plywood and MDF before approving a quotation.
Read article → Solid timber, veneer and board: what to ask before ordering furnitureFurniture
Plan hanging space, drawers, door operation and installation access before commissioning a custom wardrobe. Includes a practical preparation checklist.
Read article → Custom wardrobe design: write the storage brief before the elevationRoom planning
Prepare a kitchen brief covering appliances, daily routines, storage and materials. Avoid comparing cabinet prices before the scope is clear.
Read article → Kitchen design: the decisions to make before asking for a quoteDesign concepts
Coordinate an existing dining set, sideboard and lighting with warm timber and woven details. Plan chair movement before adding decorative furniture.
Read article → A warm dining room with timber and cane: keep the layout usefulPlanning
Plan general, task and accent lighting around furniture and daily routines. Coordinate switches and fittings before completing room finishes.
Read article → A home lighting plan: start with tasks, then add atmosphereExterior
Plan a coherent front elevation using existing openings, finishes and shade. Understand what an appearance redesign does and does not include.
Read article → House front façade redesign: appearance, scope and site checksExterior
Choose veranda and coastal interior finishes by their actual exposure. Ask suppliers about maintenance, product suitability and replacement access.
Read article → Coastal home finishes: design for exposure and maintenanceDesign process
Turn a reference image into a measured furniture brief. Check scale, materials, storage, hardware and drawings before requesting manufacture.
Read article → From Pinterest or AI image to buildable furniture: a practical briefDesign process
Understand which design documents show appearance, layout and fabrication details. Choose the drawing scope that matches your next project decision.
Read article → 3D visuals, measured drawings and production drawings: the differenceCost planning
Learn how an early estimate, an itemised quotation and a BOQ support different decisions. Compare prices against the same drawings and specifications.
Read article → BOQ vs cost estimate: what should an interior client request?Planning
Refresh a home without replacing every item. Measure retained furniture, coordinate finishes and sequence work around the household.
Read article → Renovating around existing furniture: a room-by-room planRoom planning
Create a useful home workspace with equipment space, storage, lighting and cable access. Fit the desk into the room without blocking daily use.
Read article → Small home office design: plan the work before the deskExterior
Arrange a welcoming veranda with clear entry routes, suitable furniture and a simple material palette. Plan for weather and daily maintenance.
Read article → Veranda seating ideas for a Sri Lankan homeCost planning
Compare dimensions, materials, hardware, finishes, delivery and installation before choosing a custom furniture quote. Use one approved specification.
Read article → How to compare custom furniture quotations fairlyDesign process
Prepare room photos, dimensions, references and a budget range for a focused online design discussion. Know when a site visit or measured survey is needed.
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