Perspectives,
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Guides and perspectives from our studio. On interior design, renovation, building on Mallorca and in Berlin, and what makes a home.
Buying property in Mallorca: what to check before you sign at the notary
Whether you may extend a finca later, whether a house sits in the coastal strip, and what an owners’ community is about to repair: what to clarify in Mallorca before you buy, and five questions for the viewing.
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How much does an architect in Mallorca cost? Fees, visado and municipal charges
Spain has no fee scale for architects. What design and site supervision cost in Mallorca, which charges come on top of the fee, and how to tell whether a proposal is complete.
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How long does a renovation in Mallorca take? Planning, permits and building time
How long planning, permits and building typically take in Mallorca, which deadlines the municipalities have, what is restricted in summer and how owners living abroad can keep the schedule.
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Best of Interior 2026: recognition for An Earthy Cottage
Callwey gave An Earthy Cottage, a converted barn in the Brandenburg forest, a recognition at Best of Interior 2026. Plus our other awards and publications.
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Furniture store or interior designer: who should furnish your home?
A furniture store advises on the pieces it sells, an interior designer plans the rooms and chooses pieces to suit them: when each route fits, what it costs and how remote furnishing works in Mallorca.
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Kitchen showroom or a kitchen designed by your interior designer: which is better?
A showroom plans the kitchen it sells, an interior designer plans the room the kitchen stands in: when each route fits, what it costs and what to watch for in Mallorca.
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Choosing an interior designer in Mallorca: 10 questions to ask before you hire
Projects on the island, permits with an architect registered with the Colegio, who is on site while you are abroad: ten questions for a first meeting and what a good answer sounds like.
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General contractor or design studio with site management for a Berlin Altbau renovation?
One contract with a general contractor, or a design studio that tenders the work and supervises each trade: what suits a Berlin Altbau, what German law says about defects and changes, and what to ask first.
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General contractor or architect-led renovation in Mallorca: which should you hire?
One contract with a building firm, or an architect who plans, tenders and supervises the builders for you: which model suits a renovation in Mallorca, who is liable for what, and what to ask first.
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What makes CARLO Design different from other interior design studios?
Each home is shaped by the taste and daily life of the people who live in it. How we find out what you like, what happens to your furniture and where we give our own view.
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Renovating an apartment in Palma: cost, the owners’ community and permits
Cost per m², the role of the comunidad de propietarios, permits, the old town and working hours: what to know before renovating an apartment in Palma.
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Bathroom renovation on Mallorca: cost, process and materials that suit the climate
Reference prices per m², the permit question, hard water, humidity and salty air: what matters for a bathroom on Mallorca.
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Building permits on Mallorca: obra menor, obra mayor and what applies in 2026
Notification or licence, deadlines and fees in Palma, stricter rules on rustic land and what is due when the works are finished.
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How much does an interior designer cost? How fees are built
Percentage of construction cost, hourly rate or a fixed fee per work stage: the fee models, what drives the price and how to compare proposals.
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Berlin Altbau renovation costs: what to expect
What a Berlin Altbau renovation costs: roughly 1,500 to 3,000 € per m² (as of 2026, rough range), the five cost drivers and how budgets hold.
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Building permit Berlin 2026: the new deadlines
How long does a building permit take in Berlin? Since January 2026 the simplified procedure carries a three-month deemed approval. What it means for you.
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What Does a Finca Renovation on Mallorca Really Cost?
What does a finca renovation on Mallorca really cost? Roughly 1,200 to 2,500 €/m² as of 2026, and what moves your budget within that range.
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Materials That Age Beautifully: Patina by Design
Why we choose materials that are allowed to age: lime plaster, natural stone, solid wood, brass. Where patina belongs in a design and where it does not.
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The first meeting with your architect: how to prepare and what to expect
What to prepare for a first meeting with an architect, which questions to ask, and what you receive afterwards. No paperwork stack, no obligation.
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Renovating in Mallorca from abroad: how the remote model works
How a Mallorca renovation runs when you are not on the island: one local party in charge, bundled decisions and real site reports. Plus the visits that pay.
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Finca or townhouse on Mallorca: which should you buy to renovate?
An architecture studio compares structure, damp, light, permits and logistics. What to check before you buy a finca or a townhouse to renovate.
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Red flags in contractor quotes: how to compare bids properly
Missing line items, vague material specs and payment terms that ignore progress on site, the red flags to look for. A checklist from a studio that runs the site itself.
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Interior designer or architect: who do you need, and when?
When one discipline is enough, when you need both, and why split responsibilities derail renovations. With a decision guide for Berlin and Mallorca.
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Bespoke built-in cabinetry and joinery: why made-to-measure pays off
Making the most of a space, high-quality materials and a fit measured to the millimetre: why bespoke built-in cabinetry and joinery pay off over the long term.
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Natural cooling: keeping a home cool without air conditioning
Thermal mass, shading, cross-ventilation and patios: how to keep a house on Mallorca naturally cool with the means of Mediterranean building, without air conditioning.
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Pool and outdoor living: designing a Mediterranean outdoor space on Mallorca
Pool, terrace and garden as an extension of the home: natural stone, shade, Mediterranean planting and a flowing transition from inside to out.
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Mediterranean kitchens 2026: materials, colors and trends
Mediterranean kitchens reinvent themselves in 2026: earth tones, lively woods, lime wash and natural stone. We show the most important trends and how they really work.
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Interior designer in Berlin Mitte: 7 questions to ask before hiring
Finding the right interior designer is not easy. These 7 questions help you avoid nasty surprises before hiring.
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How much does a kitchen on Mallorca cost? Price guide 2026
A kitchen on Mallorca costs differently than in Germany. We show concrete price ranges, what drives the price and where you can sensibly save.
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Renovating a Berlin Altbau: permits and process
Berlin Altbau buildings are a treasure, but renovating them follows strict rules. We explain heritage protection, conservation areas, permits and the right process.
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Renovating on Mallorca: a guide for international owners
Renovating a property on Mallorca is different from doing so in Germany. We explain permits, process and what international owners need to watch for.
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How does an interior design project work?
A good interior design project follows a clear process. We show the five phases, from first idea to finished home.
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