What it is really like to work with Interior Space Design, from the first message to the final handover.
Interior Space Design is a Glasgow-based interior design and building company. We specialise in home extensions, full house renovations, and kitchen and bathroom refurbishments across Glasgow and East Dunbartonshire.
I am Linsey McLean, and I have 37 years of experience in joinery and interior design. We bring design, 3D CAD, space planning, building works and project management together, from the first consultation to the final handover.
When you are choosing who to trust with your home, the price matters. But what most people tell me they are really worried about is something else.
Will anyone answer the phone? Will I understand what I am paying for? Will I be living in a building site for months?
This is not a cost guide. If you want numbers, my last article covers that: What an Extension, Loft Conversion or Move Costs in Glasgow in 2026. This one is about what it feels like to work with us.
An open-plan Bearsden kitchen and dining area, designed and built by Interior Space Design.
My full-time job is looking after you
After 37 years, I have learned that the best projects are the ones where the client always knows what is happening.
So every client gets a WhatsApp chat with me. When you think of something at 10pm, you can message it over and it will not get lost.
One chat, one person. You always know who to ask.
Monday to Friday, I usually reply within an hour or two.
Weekends are for my family, so you will get a proper answer first thing on Monday.
Every project is planned around how you live, not how it suits the trades.
Planned to suit you, not the builders
Before any work starts, I talk to clients about how they want the project built. The aim is to keep the time we spend disrupting your home as short as possible.
A recent example was a young professional couple in Lenzie. We built the extension first. Then we turned a utility room into a mini kitchen, with a washing machine and tumble dryer, so they could carry on living normally.
We recycled their old units for the utility, which saved them money. Then we built their brand new kitchen, living room and dining room, and handed it over finished before we started on the new bathroom in the same area.
They were never without running water, and never without somewhere to prepare their meals.
Planned to suit the client, not the builders.
The finished Lenzie kitchen, handed over before we started on the bathroom.
That kind of planning takes time at the start. It is the part many companies skip, and it is the part you notice most when you are living through the project.
Detailed home renovation quotes: no guesswork, no surprises
One of the biggest worries for homeowners planning an extension or renovation is not knowing what they are really paying for.
Vague quotes cause chaos. When something is left out of a price, or nobody wrote down who was doing what, it turns into a misunderstanding halfway through the job.
That is why I put everything in writing. Every item detailed, every step agreed, and both of us on the same page before we move on. You should know exactly what you are committing to before the work begins.
Detailed. Agreed. In writing. At every step.
Who I most enjoy working with
My favourite clients are homeowners in and around East Dunbartonshire who own their home and have some land to extend. Often a couple or a family, planning an extension, a reimagining of the layout, or both.
I love looking around a property and working out how to move the rooms around. The most popular request at the moment is an open-plan living space with a separate utility area, and sometimes space for a gym.
The old dining room is now the kitchen. We moved the rooms around to suit how the family lives.
Some clients know exactly what they like. Others have no idea where to start, and honestly that is a lovely journey to share too. Either way, I will work through it with you.
The work I do most: home extensions, full house renovations, open-plan kitchens, and living and TV rooms.
What my clients say
I would rather you hear it from them. These are from our 5* Google reviews.
“Linsey and Ross made the whole experience as stress-free as possible, considering the amount of work we had done. We are incredibly pleased with the result and would recommend them to anyone considering working with them”
“Linsey’s design ideas surpassed my expectations & the final result is amazing. Her project management skills went above & beyond the requirements. The team of tradesmen she put together have done an excellent job. I am now looking forward to the next phase of work”
“We were honestly a bit lost, as nowadays it is very difficult to find trustworthy and reliable contractors. That is why we contacted Linsey. Her personal, honest and direct approach focused on our needs was exactly what we needed. She helped us clear a lot of doubts about the whole process, and she was always available for any query”
“We have had 3 rooms over the past year designed, project managed and completed to a high standard by Interior Space Designs. Yes, there were bumps in the journey, but these were all dealt with by Linsey with professionalism, humour and efficiency. Would not hesitate to recommend”
“Great service from Interior Space Design. Linsey coordinated various trades with companies she clearly knew and trusted - and this was reflected in the quality of the work. Her advice and suggestions were invaluable. Communication was great throughout”
Home renovation questions answered by Interior Space Design
Do you provide both design and building services?
Yes. Interior Space Design looks after the design, the CAD planning, the project management and the building works, with a certified trades team. You deal with one company from concept to completion.
Cutting out a worktop on site in Lenzie. We design it, and we build it too.
Can you manage a complete house renovation?
Yes. We plan and manage full house renovations, including the layout, the sequence of work, the trades and the handover.
Do you provide detailed renovation quotations?
Yes. Our quotations are detailed and written down, so you know what is included before you commit.
Can we live in our house during renovations?
Often, yes. We plan the phasing so you keep running water and somewhere to cook. In a recent Lenzie project, we built the extension first and set up a temporary utility kitchen.
Do you undertake home extensions in Glasgow?
Yes. We design and build home extensions across Glasgow and East Dunbartonshire, from the first design ideas to the finished space.
Which areas do you cover?
Lenzie, Bearsden, Milngavie, Bishopbriggs, Milton of Campsie, Jordanhill, Hyndland and the West End of Glasgow.
Do you provide 3D designs before building work starts?
Yes. We use 3D CAD so you can see the layout before any work begins.
Who manages the tradespeople?
I do. I coordinate the trades, so you have one point of contact and do not have to chase anyone.
Who should I contact first when planning a home extension?
Start with someone who will look at your whole house, not just the new room. A designer who also manages the build can plan the layout, the sequence of work and the trades together, so decisions are made once.
How do I choose a reliable renovation company in Glasgow?
Read their Google reviews properly and look for what people say about communication and how problems were handled. Ask who your one point of contact will be. I have written a full guide here: how to find a trustworthy builder or designer in Glasgow.
What should I expect from a good contractor?
A detailed written quote, a clear plan for how the work will be phased, and someone who replies when you message. You should never have to chase for an answer.
How do I make sure the builder understands what I want?
Agree it on paper. A detailed scope, with everything included and nothing assumed, means you and the team are working from the same page from day one.
What if I have no idea where to start?
That is completely fine. Many of my clients begin with a house they love and a feeling that it could work better. Tell me how you live, and we will work out the rest together.
Not sure where to start? Get in touch
If you are planning an extension or a renovation in Lenzie, Bearsden, Milngavie, Bishopbriggs, Milton of Campsie, Jordanhill, Hyndland or the West End of Glasgow, I would love to hear about it.
Fill in the enquiry form, or phone me on 07798 935689, whichever suits you best.
Your home, your project, your priorities.
