Måla Interiors

ANNOUNCEMENT 📣

After more than 10 fantastic years as a stockist, I'm handing over the reins to the wonderful Emma at The Art Room within The Old School While I'll continue to use Frenchic in all my interior design projects and sing its praises to all, the time has come to hand over the day to day admin to the Fisher clan, who have been the backbone of this enterprise for so many years. What does this mean for our customers? Essentially, nothing at all! You'll continue to be able to purchase your Frenchic goodies as before, from The Art Room, but you'll probably have better access to stock as and when you need it! Thank you to all my lovely loyal customers and workshop attendees for supporting my business for over a decade. I hope you'll continue to support Emma and to shop local! With love and warmest wishes, Kirsten

We're putting the finishing touches on this secluded little cottage this week, so we're sharing some photos to remind ourselves where we started and how far we've come. The big reveal is coming soon!

If any of my interior design clients are thinking of having doors stripped, please act fast as St*****rs Furniture and Restoration are closing their doors for good soon 😭 Always had a fantastic finish from them, so 💯 recommend.

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10 years of being a Frenchic Paint stockist!! Time flies!

Yay! My first delivery of Frenchic Furniture Paint has arrived! Now to paint up the beautiful writing bureau I've bought to display it all on and it'll be available to buy from next week!

We recently completed the transformation of a shower room in a chocolate-box cottage in Kirkcudbright, once an artist’s studio overlooking the Solway Firth.

Our client wanted a space that felt fresh and functional, while still reflecting the charm and character of the property.

We began by removing the old sink unit and shower wall, replacing them with a vintage chest of drawers, carefully converted into a bespoke vanity unit, and Perform Panel Nu-Lock shower panelling in the finish ‘Dandy Wood’ from Andersons Ltd.

Hiddleston Joiners fitted the shower panels, contrasting tongue and groove panelling, installed insulation, and framed the left-hand wall to conceal pipework for a new towel rail. Plus the flooring, finished with Karndean Flooring from Barbours of Dumfries.

The plumbing was completed by James Frew Ltd including the installation of the towel rail, new sink and taps, and updated shower fittings.

carried out the painting and decorating with Frenchic Paint in ‘Lady Grey’ and William Morris ‘Chrysanthemum’ wallpaper, which was carried across the ceiling to striking effect. A perfect matching roman blind was crafted by A1 Curtains of Thornhill.

Lighting, an extractor fan, and a shaver point were installed by C Coleman electrical, completing the transformation.

The finished space combines practicality with character and has been receiving compliments from guests and visitors alike.

See comments for the before pictures.

If you are planning your own home transformation, get in touch and let us help bring your ideas to life.

Just a quick heads up to let you know that The Art Room within The Old School will be closed for holidays until 22nd July. Please contact me directly on 07764998425 for any Frenchic orders, thank you

We are off for our holidays until the 22nd July! See you soon love John & Emma

Such sad news and a great loss for Lockerbie. Wishing Kaye every success in her future endeavours. Thanks for everything, my love! # # #

A Moody, Maximalist Family Lounge

This deeply personal space was designed for a client with an eclectic eye and a clear vision. A lounge that felt rich, layered and lived-in. She wanted a cosy retreat for family life, but one that honoured her love of the whimsical, the gothic, and the beautifully unexpected.

At the heart of the scheme is a newly reinstated fireplace, fitted by the team at The Nithsdale Stove Centre. We incorporated the client’s salvaged Victorian tiles and paired them with a reclaimed sandstone hearth to anchor the space with character and warmth.

The wraparound library wall was designed to showcase an impressive book collection, artwork, and objects gathered over a lifetime. We started with humble Billy bookcases from IKEA and elevated them with detailed framing, quirky brass swallow handles and integrated lighting to give the joinery a real presence.

Frenchic Paint in the shade ‘Dawlish’ was used throughout the room, enveloping the space in a dramatic, rusty tone. The woodwork was contrasted in ‘Olivia’, creating cohesion with the fireplace tiles and adding subtle depth. A spectacular wallpapered ceiling and soft, diffused lighting bring intimacy to the room after dark.

We layered in a new velvet sofa and chaise for relaxed family lounging, with a Dunelm snuggler armchair, perfect for curling up with a book. A Moroccan-style rug grounds the seating area, while the original timber floors have been expertly restored by Border Floor. The look is completed with full-length drapes in a rich fabric by A1 Curtains, adding texture and softness to the space.

This is maximalism with meaning. A space that embraces memory, mood, and individuality.

A huge thank you to our trusted trades:
Graeme Irving Decorating
Grieve Property Maintenance
Hiddleston Joinery
C Coleman electrical
Solway Tile & DIY Centre