The Restorative Home
Full-Service Interior Design to Create a Restorative Home for Your New Life in Barcelona, Castelldefels & Greater London
The Restorative Home is a full-service experience for international families relocating to Barcelona Metropolitan area, Castelldefels, or Greater London. We manage everything from concept to styling so your new space feels like home without the overwhelm.
You’ve built a vibrant career by making bold, intelligent decisions. You’ve invested in growth, opportunity and experience. But when it comes to your home, are you settling for safe?
I see this often with established expat professionals: outward success paired with an environment that doesn’t yet reflect their energy.
I don’t believe in settling for safe. A neutral, safe interior can quietly drain clarity and momentum. Your home should be a confident, expressive space that restores your focus and strengthens your sense of self.
You’ve Built a Successful Life
Your Home Should Restore You
We see this all the time: you’ve built a vibrant successful life, but your space isn’t supporting it.
Maybe you’re dealing with:
A “new home” that still doesn’t feel like yours
Decision fatigue, too many choices, not enough clarity
A beautiful space that doesn’t help you rest, focus, or breathe properly
Safe neutrals that don’t match your personality
The overwhelm of renovating in a new country, with unfamiliar suppliers and systems
You don’t need more Pinterest.
You need a home that’s working just as hard as you do.
What You’ll Walk Away With
This is the transformation we design for:
Calm nervous system energy. Your home stops “pulling” from you
A clear, confident personal style. Bold, elegant, and fully you
A healthier home with non-toxic, high-quality materials. Because the new luxury is clean air, calm nervous systems, and peace of mind.
A space that restores: deeper sleep, better light, better flow, better mood
A seamless experience: thoughtful execution from start to finish
What Our Clients Say…
“Nicla held our hand through every design decision and delivered a result we could never have achieved alone.”
— Soumya K - Shinfield
Our Signature Methodology
Bold Biophilic Design isn’t a style. It’s a philosophy
We combine three signature layers:
1. Vibrant Colour Psychology
We don’t pick “nice shades.” We use colour intentionally to anchor, energise, soften, or relax.
2. Biophilic Healing
This is not “adding plants.” It’s strategic, proven nature-led design: light, natural patterns, texture, and living elements that reduce stress and restore focus.
3. Thoughtful Execution
A premium, smooth process. High quality. Personal attention. No chaos.
What’s Included in
The Restorative Home Service
This is a done-for-you design service. Depending on your scope, it can include:
Project brief meeting. Discovery & vision alignment. How you want to feel at home
Space planning & layout optimisation
Concept direction & bold biophilic colour strategy
Materials & finishes with non-toxic priorities where possible
FF&E selections. Furniture, lighting, textiles, styling
Trade-coordination so implementation is smooth
Sourcing & Procurement
3D Visuals
Installation & final styling direction
We craft colour-rich, nature-led homes that restore clarity and elevate daily life.
The Process
Designing Belonging in a New Country with a Clear, Structured, and Stress-free Process
1. Discovery Call:
We begin with a relaxed 20-minute video call so we can connect, understand your move, and explore what “home” means to you in this new chapter. It’s a space to ask questions, share concerns, and ensure you feel confident and supported before we begin.
2. Initial Consultation:
Once we move forward, Nicla visits your home to truly understand how your family lives — the rhythms of your days, your cultural influences, and what currently feels unsettled or incomplete. Together, we explore how your space can restore calm, energy, and belonging in a place that may still feel new.
3. Concept & Direction:
I translate your story into a cohesive design vision that reflects both who you are and where you are now. Through thoughtful colour psychology, natural materials, and biophilic elements, we create a clear direction that feels grounding, uplifting, and deeply personal.
4. Design & Refine:
Every detail is developed with intention — layouts that support family life, lighting that enhances wellbeing, finishes that feel warm and authentic. We refine each choice together so your home feels not only beautiful, but emotionally aligned and easy to live in.
5. Installation & Trade Coordination:
Relocating comes with enough logistics — you don’t need design stress on top. I coordinate trusted trades and oversee key stages so your transformation unfolds smoothly, allowing you to focus on settling into your new life.
6. Styling & Finishing Touches:
The final layer brings soul into the space — curated art, meaningful objects, layered textiles, and abundant greenery. This is where your house becomes a sanctuary: a restorative home that feels rooted, vibrant, and truly yours.
What Our Clients Say…
“Nicla balanced a bold vision with our needs and budget beautifully.”
— Silvia, Berkshire
Who This Is For
The Restorative Home is for you if:
You’re part of the International Community in Castelldefels, Sitges, Barcelona and nearby areas or you live in Greater London and want a trusted expert to guide the process
You want bold colour, but you want it done with elegance not chaos
You care about wellbeing, clean air, and materials that protect your home long-term
You want a space that reflects your success and supports your nervous system, daily
Frequently Asked Questions
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Bold doesn’t mean loud. It means intentional. We use colours that fit your personality and your home’s light.
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Yes. If pieces are right for your new direction, we’ll anchor the design around them and elevate the rest.
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Yes, depending on scope and team. If you already have an architect/contractor, we plug in seamlessly.
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No. Plants are one tool. Real biophilic design includes light, natural textures, organic forms, and sensory elements. Strategic interventions that change how your home feels.
What Our Clients Say…
“Our home is now contemporary, nature-inspired, and something we receive constant compliments on.”
— Mike G - Berkshire
Ready to Create Your Sanctuary?
Let’s stop building safe neutral houses.
Let’s build a home that restores you visually, emotionally, and physically through bold colours and nature.