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ARE YOU READY TO TRANSFORM YOUR HOME?

EXPERT . INSPIRATIONAL . KNOW-HOW

CONSULTANCY, COURSES, RESOURCES &
RENOVATION WORKSHOPS

AIMED AT EMPOWERING DISCERNING HOMEOWNERS TO TRANSFORM THEIR HOME FROM ORDINARY TO EXTRAORDINARY

WITHOUT THE FULL-TIME COMMITMENT OF A PROFESSIONAL TEAM

INTRODUCING

SPACES REFINED

BY CATHERINE FINKERNAGEL

WHAT I DO

I Empower You to Create a Home You’ll Love, With Confidence and Clarity

Renovating your home can be overwhelming, with endless decisions and a fear of getting it wrong. At Spaces Refined, I make the process simple, guiding you to design a home that’s not only beautiful but deeply personal.

With expert advice, tools of the trade, and tailored support, I’ll help you elevate your vision, take control of your project, avoid costly mistakes, and bring your vision to life. Instead of feeling stuck, stressed, and uncertain, you’ll feel confident, organised, and inspired as you move through your renovation journey.

Flexible advice and guidance when you need it without the full-time commitment of a professional team.

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ABOUT YOU

For Ambitious, Visionary Homeowners Ready to Create an Extraordinary Home.

If you’re ready to take charge of your renovation but need guidance to navigate the complexities, Spaces Refined is for you.

Imagine stepping into a home that tells your story—a space that feels effortless, reflects your values, and supports the life you want to live. Imagine creating that home with excitement and ease. Imagine not having to invest in a full professional team - and instead channeling that budget directly back into your project, elevating every detail to its full potential.

For homeowners who want something more - something better.

For homeowners who currently feel overwhelmed by decisions and underprepared for the challenges of renovation, we provide a clear and quick path forward, turning what can feel like chaos into a seamless and empowering experience.

ABOUT ME

A Trusted Expert in Aspirational Home Design, Here to Guide You Every Step of the Way


With 25 years as an architect, interior designer, and studio director at Finkernagel Ross, I’ve transformed homes for discerning clients worldwide. My work blends approachable luxury with sustainability, combining timeless design with modern living.

Passionate about empowering homeowners having greater access to amazing design, I offer the vision, creativity, and clarity you need to make your dream home a reality. I am clear in the knowledge that this process doesn’t have to be chaotic and stressful.

With my expertise, you’ll feel supported and equipped to take on your project with confidence, ensuring the end result exceeds your expectations.

Kind Words…

  • Thanks for all your support in making our new home absolutely stunning. We love it. Thanks for keeping us calm under pressure, bearing with us whilst we changed our minds 100x, pushing through challenges and for your sense of humour. It’s been great.

    Max Biagosch

  • With great sensitivity and sophistication, the architects at Finkernagel Ross gave a London townhouse a new lease of life.

    Architectural Digest

  • We couldn’t be happier with the result and would highly recommend Spaces Refined courses and consultations to anyone looking to create a space that is very special.

    Carrie & Chris

  • A London home refurbishment that's practical and pragmatic as well as elegant and luxurious.

    Design Anthology

  • This has been a great experience and we feel very privileged to have Catherine’s expertise & creativity, it’s a service that I would happily recommend.

    Kerry & Jon

  • Filled with neutral hues, natural textures and simple designs this London mews house is a minimalist lovers dream!

    Living Etc.

  • Thank you for helping create such a special place, it really is difficult to put into words how much joy we’re taking from the house and the more time we spend here the more we like it and appreciate it for the way it’s designed and built. We just LOVE it!

    Max & Julia

  • By playing with the original architectural form, the architecture practice have juxtaposed the old with the new in a complementary way.

    Enki

  • Inspired, our ideas started to flow & result is a calming and contemporary living space with 21st century mod-cons and ‘green’ credentials, on budget and on time.

    Afsaneh & Ebbi

  • Every day now, we arrive home and immediately smile at our achievement.

    Barnaby & Meghan

  • Trapping the light fantastic: a new-build home that confounds expectations.

    The Guardian

  • Their design ideas were unique and the results are stunning.

    Barbara Storch

  • The design was able to bring together modern features while still staying true to the listed period building we are in and we couldn’t be happier. We truly love it.

    Sandra McDermid

  • I always felt like they were doing the best for us. Their advice was constantly correct and a source of comfort. We moved in 18 months ago and the pleasure we get from our home is immense. The design details and care of what has gone into it shines through.

    Andy Stebbing