Business Details
Bespoke Hand-Painted Kitchens & Interior Design Services
Established in the mid-1980s, Culshaw Bell Interiors has built a reputation for transforming spaces through bespoke hand-painted kitchens, luxury renovations, and historical paint effects. Our expertise stems from decades of hands-on experience, beginning with early projects in stripped pine furniture and evolving into intricate interior design commissions for stately homes and modern properties. We specialise in creating art-infused spaces that harmonise colour, form, and functionality, offering tailored solutions from historical restoration to contemporary kitchen design. Our work has been featured in prestigious publications such as Elle Decoration and House Beautiful, reflecting our commitment to innovation and craftsmanship. With a career spanning over 30 years, we combine technical mastery with creative vision to deliver spaces that resonate with clients' individuality.Our approach prioritises sustainability through restoration and repurposing, ensuring timeless designs that stand the test of time. From gilded splashbacks to custom paint effects, every project embodies our dedication to quality and attention to detail. We have collaborated with leading bespoke kitchen companies and undertaken high-profile commissions, including work for Sir Peter Moores. While our founder's recent narrowboat adventures have garnered media attention, our core focus remains on delivering exceptional interior design solutions. This dual perspective enriches our creative process, blending practical expertise with artistic flair to meet diverse client needs.
Services
Hand-painted kitchens
Luxury kitchen renovations
Furniture restoration
Historical paint effects
Colour consultancy
Bespoke design
Gilded splashbacks
Interior decoration
Paint effect workshops
Custom stencil design
Highlights and features
- Award-winning interior design featured in Elle Decoration
- Specialists in historical paint effects and restoration
- Over 30 years of bespoke kitchen design expertise
- Collaborated with top UK bespoke kitchen companies
- Innovative use of gilded splashbacks and custom paint effects
Services
Hand-painted kitchens
Transform existing kitchens with artisan hand-painted finishes using bespoke colour palettes. Our techniques incorporate subtle paint effects and metallic accents to create unique, durable surfaces. Each project combines traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design principles to deliver functional art spaces.
Historical paint effects
Specialist restoration of historical interiors using authentic paint techniques. We recreate period-appropriate finishes for listed buildings and heritage properties, preserving architectural integrity while incorporating modern functionality through careful material selection and application methods.
Colour consultancy
Personalised colour schemes tailored to individual spaces and lifestyles. Our expertise combines psychological effects of colour with spatial dynamics to create harmonious environments. We provide paint sample testing and finish coordination for complete interior solutions.
Gilded splashbacks
Handcrafted pure silver leaf splashbacks for kitchens and bathrooms. These bespoke features combine traditional gilding techniques with modern design, offering durable, hygienic surfaces that enhance lighting and create visual interest in contemporary spaces.
Bespoke stencil design
Custom stencil patterns for walls, furniture, and architectural features. We design and produce unique motifs inspired by clients' personal stories and property history, applying them using specialist paints to achieve depth and texture.
People
Emma Culshaw Bell
Owner & Lead Designer
Self-employed since 1985, Emma pioneered hand-painted kitchen renovations and historical paint effects. Featured in Elle Decoration, she combines 30+ years of experience with innovative techniques for bespoke interiors.
Questions
What interior design services do you offer?
We specialise in hand-painted kitchens, historical paint effects, bespoke renovations, and colour consultancy for residential properties.
Do you work on historical properties?
Yes, we have extensive experience restoring historical interiors, including 17th-18th century halls and period features.
Can you create custom paint effects?
We develop bespoke paint effects using artisan techniques, including gilded splashbacks and self-designed stencil patterns.
Are your designs featured in publications?
Our work has appeared in Elle Decoration, House Beautiful, and Ideal Home magazines.
Do you collaborate with other design professionals?
We partner with leading bespoke kitchen companies and have worked on high-profile commissions.
