Design Services
We believe interiors should feel personal, shaped by the people who live there and the things they love.
Our approach is collaborative and intuitive, and it always starts with listening.
Some clients begin with a Brainstorm Session: a hands-on moment to explore ideas, untangle dilemmas and set a clear direction.
Others go further with a Bespoke Interior Design Trajectory, where ideas become a cohesive plan, carried through with care.
Every collaboration starts with a relaxed introductory conversation, to decide what level of support suits you best.
Beforehand, we’ll ask for a few essentials, such as drawings, photos and your first wishes, so we can make the most of our time together.
Always considered. Always personal.
We’d love to hear from you at hello@captainandnel.com.
Brainstorm session
Sometimes you don’t need a full plan; just a really good starting point.
The Brainstorm Session is a relaxed, hands-on moment to explore your space, untangle ideas, and see new possibilities emerge. It’s about clarity, direction, and a fresh perspective; without committing to a full design trajectory just yet.
We talk things through, spread ideas and samples across the table, and let intuition (and a good eye) lead the way. Always grounded in practical advice.
What to expect
A 2-hour in-studio session in Haarlem
We’ll explore your space, your questions, and what you’re dreaming of
Live advice on layout, colour, materials, finishes, and overall direction
After our session, you’ll receive a thoughtfully curated summary with ideas and clear next steps
You’ll leave inspired, lighter, and with a much clearer sense of where to go next.
Investment
€650 excl. VAT
Many clients use the Brainstorm Session as a starting point. If you’d like to take things further, the session can naturally flow into a full design trajectory.
Bespoke interior design
For those ready to take things further.
Our bespoke interior design service is for clients who want a home that feels layered, personal, and thoughtfully put together; shaped around the way you live. This can be one room, a full floor, or an entire house.
Every project begins with a relaxed, no-obligation exploratory conversation. We talk through your space, your wishes, and the level of support you’re looking for. From there, we create a tailored proposal that outlines the scope, design phases, and associated fees.
Depending on the scale of the project, our work may include:
Concept development and spatial layout
Colour, material, and finish direction
Furniture, lighting, and styling guidance
Ongoing refinement and decision support
Most design trajectories begin with a fixed-fee concept phase. Once the overall direction is agreed, we continue working together on an hourly basis. This allows flexibility during execution; whether that’s refining details, supporting sourcing decisions, or responding to changes along the way.
Interior design is a collaboration: considered and structured where it needs to be, and fluid where it matters.
* New workshop * Interior design session with Nicolien
A workshop for anyone who’s ready to stop scrolling and start deciding. Six people max, so there’s room for your questions and your rooms specifically, not just interiors in general.
Bring your design dilemmas, whatever’s been inspiring you lately, your floor plan, and a few photos of the spaces you’re working on. We’ll spend time making sense of it together; building moodboards, talking things through, sharing lunch and you’ll go home with a plan, and a little goodiebag besides.
Upcoming workshop date: October 24, 2026
Price: € 499
Every project starts with a conversation.
The Discovery Call is a relaxed, no-obligation chat about your home, how you live, and what you’re hoping to change or figure out.
We’ll talk things through, share a few thoughts, and see whether working together feels like the right fit.
After the call, we’ll suggest the next best step; whether that’s a Brainstorm Session,
a bespoke design trajectory, or simply a bit of gentle guidance to get you started.
Projects
"Every project is unique, but here’s an overview of what you’ll receive"
