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We don't advertise and rely purely on word of mouth and personal recommendations.
Below are some of the testimonials we have received from satisfied clients.
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'Kate at 102 Interiors has just finished designing my brand new loft en suite and a cloakroom downstairs. What a fantastic experience, Kate's knowledge and attention to detail were exemplary. The samples and then the final products were ordered and delivered on time, with Kate even delivering shower parts herself when the supplier was delayed.
I also found her professionalism when liaising with my plumber and builder outstanding. the whole process was super efficient and actually highly enjoyable.
First rate !
Houzz Testimonial, Carolyn B, November 2016
I also found her professionalism when liaising with my plumber and builder outstanding. the whole process was super efficient and actually highly enjoyable.
First rate !
Houzz Testimonial, Carolyn B, November 2016
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'We asked Kate to advise on the design of our master bedroom and put together a project management plan so we could oversee the various trades from electrics to plumbing, decorator to carpentry.
Kate is fantastic to work with. She really cared about making sure every aspect of the room would work for us. It sounds obvious but she listened and asked lots of questions. That, combined with her expertise, meant we quickly brought together a mood board of colours, fabrics and samples. She was equally effective at hunting down all the different products we needed, from sourcing an antique chandelier to the smallest switch for the wall lights.
We've been trying to get this room sorted for years and having Kate on board has given us much needed design expertise, a practical, thorough approach and the confidence to progress the work.
We couldn't recommend 102 Interiors highly enough.'
Houzz Testimonial, Hannah H Nov 2016
Kate is fantastic to work with. She really cared about making sure every aspect of the room would work for us. It sounds obvious but she listened and asked lots of questions. That, combined with her expertise, meant we quickly brought together a mood board of colours, fabrics and samples. She was equally effective at hunting down all the different products we needed, from sourcing an antique chandelier to the smallest switch for the wall lights.
We've been trying to get this room sorted for years and having Kate on board has given us much needed design expertise, a practical, thorough approach and the confidence to progress the work.
We couldn't recommend 102 Interiors highly enough.'
Houzz Testimonial, Hannah H Nov 2016
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'We had 102 Interiors reinvent the back room of our shop Mrs Robinson on Lordship Lane. Kate and her team superseded our expectations. The work was exceptionally high quality, and her team were friendly and helpful, Kate was creative, open to suggestion and totally unflappable. We are delighted with the final result and would definitely use 102 interiors in the future.'
Houzz Testimonial, Mrs Robinson, Michelle F, October 2016
Houzz Testimonial, Mrs Robinson, Michelle F, October 2016
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"Kate and her team did a side return extension on our kitchen. We are thrilled with the results. They work to an incredibly high standard, with good ideas and great attention to detail. There were no dramas, just calm, pragmatic, knowledgeable responses to any problems that arose. The real bonus is that they are all really nice people - friendly, courteous (and tidy!), which made the whole process much less stressful than it might have been."
Testimonial from Catherine H
Testimonial from Catherine H
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'Happy new year lovely. I will write a testimonial for you, but just wanted to say how much we have enjoyed the kitchen over the holidays, it has really transformed the way we live, I can't quite believe the impact it has had. It was much admired and a real credit to you all.'
Text from Catherine H, January 2016
Text from Catherine H, January 2016
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'Kate and her team did some work on our house. They were lovely to deal with, very clear, efficient, tidy and considerate, did the work quickly, and the quality of the work was superb. '
Abigail B, December 2015
Abigail B, December 2015
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'Hi Kate, hope you're well. I am so sorry that we still haven't produced a testimonial yet but we will! Wanted you to know that often I sit at the island in this kitchen, as I am now, and think how great this kitchen is. Thank you Xxx'
Text from Emma B, September 2015 (12 months after we had finished her kitchen)
Text from Emma B, September 2015 (12 months after we had finished her kitchen)
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"When we started the project, we were understandably nervous but Kate and her team managed the project professionally and with tremendous poise, going above and beyond to make sure we were happy with the results. Everyone involved was brilliant and their hard work helped to make the whole process remarkably painless - we couldn’t have done it without them and as a result we managed to get the kitchen of our dreams (without any nightmares)."
Keith R, April 2015
Keith R, April 2015
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"Your crew and John's crew are genuinely nice people to have in one's house.
The quality of the work is excellent, we are very pleased indeed with the end result.
Your teams have done exactly what we hoped - created an amazing family space, that works for at least 45, transforms the garden and (when the rest of the house is sorted) has made our house somewhere we will never want to leave! and came in on budget (ish).'"
Jonathan R, November 2014
The quality of the work is excellent, we are very pleased indeed with the end result.
Your teams have done exactly what we hoped - created an amazing family space, that works for at least 45, transforms the garden and (when the rest of the house is sorted) has made our house somewhere we will never want to leave! and came in on budget (ish).'"
Jonathan R, November 2014
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'I just wanted to say thank you to Kate & Fernando from 102 interiors for completing a pocket job for us.
We had a kitchen completed by someone else & some issues with our extractor not venting to the outside. This problem meant we weren't able to get a completion certificate from building control. Nobody we spoke to seemed to have any solutions... to resolve this, that wouldn't impact the aesthetics of the kitchen.
After seeing a sign for 102 & looking at their website, I contacted Kate to see if she could complete it as a pocket job.
She had ideas on how to sort this out without making our kitchen look ugly and offered to liaise with building control on this & some other niggling issues to ensure our completion certificate. Fernando came & completed the job in a day. (Even hung a mirror in our hallway) Before finding Kate I had spoken to so many people about this, I started to despair. It was refreshing to speak to someone who cared & wanted to sort it out as much as we did. I would highly recommend Kate & her team and use them again in a heartbeat. '
Sarah M, March 2014
We had a kitchen completed by someone else & some issues with our extractor not venting to the outside. This problem meant we weren't able to get a completion certificate from building control. Nobody we spoke to seemed to have any solutions... to resolve this, that wouldn't impact the aesthetics of the kitchen.
After seeing a sign for 102 & looking at their website, I contacted Kate to see if she could complete it as a pocket job.
She had ideas on how to sort this out without making our kitchen look ugly and offered to liaise with building control on this & some other niggling issues to ensure our completion certificate. Fernando came & completed the job in a day. (Even hung a mirror in our hallway) Before finding Kate I had spoken to so many people about this, I started to despair. It was refreshing to speak to someone who cared & wanted to sort it out as much as we did. I would highly recommend Kate & her team and use them again in a heartbeat. '
Sarah M, March 2014
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"We're so thrilled with everything and it really all came together.
Thanks again for all of your help. The work you did in the beginning with all of the help with the layout and chasing up the planning was indispensable. "
Rebecca D, January 2014 - Planning Permission,Structural Calculations & Kitchen Design
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"Kate and her 102 team added a top floor bathroom and completely refigured and refitted our kitchen and side return area. It is a sign of how well the project went that we were quite sad to see them go at the end of it. Kate made the process genuinely collaborative; she translated all the building technicalities, provided helpful work schedules and
timeplans that were adhered to. She was open and constructive with any issues along the way (which are bound to crop up when working on a very wonky and hitherto shabbily done up Victorian terrace). From the interiors side her extensive knowledge and supplier network was a big help in creating a very high-end finish to both the kitchen and bathroom without spending correspondingly huge sums. The building team were also very accommodating to us when we were in the house and developed quite a fan club in my three pre-schoolers! I’ve already recommended the 102 team far and wide, and would do so again.
Melissa "
Melissa F, July 2013
Thanks again for all of your help. The work you did in the beginning with all of the help with the layout and chasing up the planning was indispensable. "
Rebecca D, January 2014 - Planning Permission,Structural Calculations & Kitchen Design
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"Kate and her 102 team added a top floor bathroom and completely refigured and refitted our kitchen and side return area. It is a sign of how well the project went that we were quite sad to see them go at the end of it. Kate made the process genuinely collaborative; she translated all the building technicalities, provided helpful work schedules and
timeplans that were adhered to. She was open and constructive with any issues along the way (which are bound to crop up when working on a very wonky and hitherto shabbily done up Victorian terrace). From the interiors side her extensive knowledge and supplier network was a big help in creating a very high-end finish to both the kitchen and bathroom without spending correspondingly huge sums. The building team were also very accommodating to us when we were in the house and developed quite a fan club in my three pre-schoolers! I’ve already recommended the 102 team far and wide, and would do so again.
Melissa "
Melissa F, July 2013
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"Hi Kate
I have been meaning to contact you for ages to say how much I’m loving the utility room. It’s that time of year where M. has bags of compost, trays of seedlings and half-used seed packets spread out everywhere – but instead of all this happening on the kitchen table, it’s all neatly on the work surface in our downstairs bathroom. Joy!
Hope all good with you
Alex x"
Alex H, May 2013 (6 months after we finished her utility room)
I have been meaning to contact you for ages to say how much I’m loving the utility room. It’s that time of year where M. has bags of compost, trays of seedlings and half-used seed packets spread out everywhere – but instead of all this happening on the kitchen table, it’s all neatly on the work surface in our downstairs bathroom. Joy!
Hope all good with you
Alex x"
Alex H, May 2013 (6 months after we finished her utility room)
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"I recommend Kate and her team at 102 Interiors. www.102interiors.co.uk Kate has just the kind of common sense that you are after to design a kitchen/bathroom. She is a Mum of 4 and completely understands the requirements needed to run a family home.
She has a team of builders that work for her and they are extremely meticulous, friendly and hard working. "
"When we eventually get round to designing a new kitchen she will be the only one I call.
I highly recommend having a chat with her to discuss what you're planning as she has some fantastic ideas."
Amanda B, March 2013 (Posted on The East Dulwich Forum after a Pocket Job)
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"Hi Kate.
All seems very good. Can't believe we have two functioning toilets and the finish is excellent.
Thank you so much for being so prompt and doing such a lovely job. Your men are
lovely. "
Emma G, February 2013 (Our first official Pocket Job)
All seems very good. Can't believe we have two functioning toilets and the finish is excellent.
Thank you so much for being so prompt and doing such a lovely job. Your men are
lovely. "
Emma G, February 2013 (Our first official Pocket Job)
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"I discovered 102 Interiors when they were working in the house which is the attached to mine (see testimonial from Sally L, August 2012). I was so impressed with the way in which they work and the care and thought lavished on next door, that I decided to go ahead with a project I'd had in mind for some time. They have transformed a room in our house most
beautifully and at reasonable cost; it was a pleasure to have them working on it. Even makes paying for it a pleasure!
And for those of who understand Spanish: No es necesario ir a Bolivia para conocer el encanto boliviano, la habilidad y destreza de su gente y su cuidadoso y gran trabejo."
Vanessa M, December 2012
beautifully and at reasonable cost; it was a pleasure to have them working on it. Even makes paying for it a pleasure!
And for those of who understand Spanish: No es necesario ir a Bolivia para conocer el encanto boliviano, la habilidad y destreza de su gente y su cuidadoso y gran trabejo."
Vanessa M, December 2012
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"We found Kate on the EDF and she came and helped us with our kitchen design to
go in our new side return extension.
It was brilliant to have someone who was happy to give so much time discussing endless layout possibilities, lighting & socket plans, colour schemes, storage options & generally
bounce ideas off.
We we're really pleased with the help Kate gave us and wouldn't hesitate to recommend her.
Many thanks!"
J Thomas, August 2012
go in our new side return extension.
It was brilliant to have someone who was happy to give so much time discussing endless layout possibilities, lighting & socket plans, colour schemes, storage options & generally
bounce ideas off.
We we're really pleased with the help Kate gave us and wouldn't hesitate to recommend her.
Many thanks!"
J Thomas, August 2012
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"Kate and her wonderful team have just left my house after completely renovating it over 3.5 months. I can honestly say that finding 102 Interiors is
one of the best things I have done in my life (and was via a forum recommendation - thanks Liz!).
The team are meticulous, professional and I would say the most hard working people (in any line of work) I have ever come across. They really care about your house, and the stress of the renovation was completely lifted from my shoulders. They have left me with a beautiful house that they should be proud of (on the last day, one of the boys actually told me he was going to miss my house, and I know he meant it).
I don't really want to recommend as I wanted to keep Kate & Co my little secret! But don't worry I have already bagged her for my side return in 2 years time!
I anyone wants to know more, feel free to PM!"
Sally L, August 2012 ( Posted on the East Dulwich Forum )
The team are meticulous, professional and I would say the most hard working people (in any line of work) I have ever come across. They really care about your house, and the stress of the renovation was completely lifted from my shoulders. They have left me with a beautiful house that they should be proud of (on the last day, one of the boys actually told me he was going to miss my house, and I know he meant it).
I don't really want to recommend as I wanted to keep Kate & Co my little secret! But don't worry I have already bagged her for my side return in 2 years time!
I anyone wants to know more, feel free to PM!"
Sally L, August 2012 ( Posted on the East Dulwich Forum )
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"Would like to recommend 102 Interiors - have found Sarah Beeney of East Dulwich!
We have a number of interesting house issues that need sorting out, but I have
been at a loss as to who to approach. Kate has been brilliant in providing a
really thorough consultation service explaining in detail how to resolve my
bathroom and basement issues. Kate is a local mum with masses of property
development experience, I found it refreshing to be able to discuss building
projects with someone who understands the difficulties of juggling house
renovation with family life! Their website is www.102interiors.co.uk."
Blanche B, June 2012 (Posted on the East Dulwich Forum)
We have a number of interesting house issues that need sorting out, but I have
been at a loss as to who to approach. Kate has been brilliant in providing a
really thorough consultation service explaining in detail how to resolve my
bathroom and basement issues. Kate is a local mum with masses of property
development experience, I found it refreshing to be able to discuss building
projects with someone who understands the difficulties of juggling house
renovation with family life! Their website is www.102interiors.co.uk."
Blanche B, June 2012 (Posted on the East Dulwich Forum)
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"We were recommended Kate by a friend of a neighbour. After a hairy experience
with another builder, we were left with a complete building site for a kitchen.
In January, we hired Kate and work began to get us back on track.
We were nervous about making another bad call, but Kate quickly reassured us we'd
made the right choice. She came prepared, full of energy and enthusiasm, and more importantly solutions to our (many) problems.
The builders who rebuilt our kitchen (and subsequently bathroom!) were skilled, polite, clean and tidy and courteous. A stark contrast to the last lot.
Kate and the team worked long and hard to create what is now a beautiful kitchen, which, at one point, I thought we'd never have and we can't thank them enough.
We wouldn't hesitate in recommending Kate and her team to anyone wanting a stress
free building experience. "
Liz M, April 2012 (Kitchen Renovation followed by Bathroom Renovation)
with another builder, we were left with a complete building site for a kitchen.
In January, we hired Kate and work began to get us back on track.
We were nervous about making another bad call, but Kate quickly reassured us we'd
made the right choice. She came prepared, full of energy and enthusiasm, and more importantly solutions to our (many) problems.
The builders who rebuilt our kitchen (and subsequently bathroom!) were skilled, polite, clean and tidy and courteous. A stark contrast to the last lot.
Kate and the team worked long and hard to create what is now a beautiful kitchen, which, at one point, I thought we'd never have and we can't thank them enough.
We wouldn't hesitate in recommending Kate and her team to anyone wanting a stress
free building experience. "
Liz M, April 2012 (Kitchen Renovation followed by Bathroom Renovation)
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"We have been living with our new kitchen for a couple of months now and couldn't
be happier with it. Having come up with a design and sourced the units, the big
hurdle for us was finding a local company we could trust to actually make it
happen, which is where Kate and 102 Interiors stepped in. Of course we love the
gorgeous finished product we now have, but it was the little things along the
way - the care and consideration given to us by the builders, having a working
washing machine and plumbed-in sink as often as possible, having people
actually turn up and work all day every single day - that we really
appreciated. We love our worktops more than anything and we know they were a
nightmare to cut and fit against our wonky walls ... but they do make us ever
so happy. Having major building works going on in your house is never easy but
if you have quiet, careful, tidy, conscientious builders (who bring their own
chocolate biscuits and share them with you!) then that makes it all much more
bearable. Thank you Kate & Co."
Jackie S, April 2012
be happier with it. Having come up with a design and sourced the units, the big
hurdle for us was finding a local company we could trust to actually make it
happen, which is where Kate and 102 Interiors stepped in. Of course we love the
gorgeous finished product we now have, but it was the little things along the
way - the care and consideration given to us by the builders, having a working
washing machine and plumbed-in sink as often as possible, having people
actually turn up and work all day every single day - that we really
appreciated. We love our worktops more than anything and we know they were a
nightmare to cut and fit against our wonky walls ... but they do make us ever
so happy. Having major building works going on in your house is never easy but
if you have quiet, careful, tidy, conscientious builders (who bring their own
chocolate biscuits and share them with you!) then that makes it all much more
bearable. Thank you Kate & Co."
Jackie S, April 2012
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"We are coming to the end of our side return kitchen extension - hooray!!
We knew what we wanted and roughly the style but didn't really know where to start or how to look at it 'out of the box'. Help was at hand!
Kate Imam of '102 Interiors' is a local Mum and someone who has loads of experience in developing houses. I explained to Kate that I needed someone to bounce ideas off and to offer me
alternatives, solutions and some kooky ideas thrown in too. Kate did just that.
We met about 5 times for about 2 hours each time and came up with a plan
that we were both happy with.
Once we'd agreed that Kate then came up with an electrics and lighting plan. This was something that I hadn't thought of (and my builder was thrilled that it had been done by the time he came along!)- Kate went through what we'd have in each cupboard, where the kettle, toaster, mixer etc would probably go and therefore where we'd need plugs. Kate's a mum of 4 and totally understood why I needed an art cupboard, lego space, easy door handles for small hands etc (she even mentioned where laptop cables would drag etc etc). Kate loves to chat and it was great having someone whose eyes didn't glaze over when I started to talk floor tiles, light fittings (Mr Stalkey).
Kate suggested I do a stain test on the floor tiles (Tomato Ketchup, bolognaise, turmeric) and it was because of that that I didn't get the v expensive floor I was going to get as it showed up every spillage!
102 Interiors will take on as much or as little as you want I think. Several of my friends have used Kate and her employees to do an entire job and are really happy with their work. We
just used her for 3 plans and oodles of ideas/chat/advice.
WELL WORTH IT!! Highly recommended."
Sally R, March 2012 (Posted on the East Dulwich Forum )
We knew what we wanted and roughly the style but didn't really know where to start or how to look at it 'out of the box'. Help was at hand!
Kate Imam of '102 Interiors' is a local Mum and someone who has loads of experience in developing houses. I explained to Kate that I needed someone to bounce ideas off and to offer me
alternatives, solutions and some kooky ideas thrown in too. Kate did just that.
We met about 5 times for about 2 hours each time and came up with a plan
that we were both happy with.
Once we'd agreed that Kate then came up with an electrics and lighting plan. This was something that I hadn't thought of (and my builder was thrilled that it had been done by the time he came along!)- Kate went through what we'd have in each cupboard, where the kettle, toaster, mixer etc would probably go and therefore where we'd need plugs. Kate's a mum of 4 and totally understood why I needed an art cupboard, lego space, easy door handles for small hands etc (she even mentioned where laptop cables would drag etc etc). Kate loves to chat and it was great having someone whose eyes didn't glaze over when I started to talk floor tiles, light fittings (Mr Stalkey).
Kate suggested I do a stain test on the floor tiles (Tomato Ketchup, bolognaise, turmeric) and it was because of that that I didn't get the v expensive floor I was going to get as it showed up every spillage!
102 Interiors will take on as much or as little as you want I think. Several of my friends have used Kate and her employees to do an entire job and are really happy with their work. We
just used her for 3 plans and oodles of ideas/chat/advice.
WELL WORTH IT!! Highly recommended."
Sally R, March 2012 (Posted on the East Dulwich Forum )
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"I just wanted to thank and commend Kate for the wonderful help she gave me in designing a new kitchen for my flat in East Dulwich. I had one quote and needed another so I called Kate in December last year. She came over the next day to have a look, measured up within minutes and said she would be in touch. By the next morning she emailed a great design and a quote....wow!! Very speedy and impressive. I didn't know where to start and she just sorted it all out. Sadly, I didn't use Kate as she was unavailable to start until the new year and I needed my flat turned around before then, ready for rental. I love the way Kate works. Thanks again."
Sharon W, December 2011
Sharon W, December 2011
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"I found it really helpful to talk things through you and to get your different perspective on the room layouts. It made us see that other things were possible. It was also great that you immediately understood the issues with regard to the boiler and I appreciated you checking out the various rules and regulations regarding it's position.
I think the written document was helpful as it meant I could explain to Keith why various things were being suggested since I usually forgot the technical reasons.
I think the Friday night email is a great idea! Your husband obviously thinks the same way as mine and it was really useful to be able to tell Keith what was happening the following week."
Jo N, December 2011
(Friday night is usually the night when couples pour a glass of wine (or similar) and discuss what is going on with their kitchen or bathroom. So I send out a Friday night email which details all of the work that was done during the week, any issues that have arisen and what the plans are for the following week.)
I think the written document was helpful as it meant I could explain to Keith why various things were being suggested since I usually forgot the technical reasons.
I think the Friday night email is a great idea! Your husband obviously thinks the same way as mine and it was really useful to be able to tell Keith what was happening the following week."
Jo N, December 2011
(Friday night is usually the night when couples pour a glass of wine (or similar) and discuss what is going on with their kitchen or bathroom. So I send out a Friday night email which details all of the work that was done during the week, any issues that have arisen and what the plans are for the following week.)
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"Kate has helped enormously in organising my kitchen and bathroom renovation for my rented flat. Its such a relief to have someone who understands and can translate builder-speak, make me feel confident that things will come in on time and to budget, and keeps me updated. Kate has a lot of experience in working with different scale building projects and different clients, which shows. "
Libby M, November 2011
Libby M, November 2011
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