When asked her favourite room in the home, Meg told Ruggable, “I think it has to be our pink kitchen, just because it feels so homely and soft. It was our first big pink decision, and it really paid off. Somehow, we managed to get the balance of softness and warmth while still making it bold and unapologetically pink. It brings us so much joy!”

Kitchen:  thedreamydormer

When it comes to other peoples opinions on her home, Meg stated that some people find it shocking, but they always leave feeling bright after coming over, “Sometimes people are a bit shocked at first, I think just because it’s so normal these days to see neutral or monochrome homes, but those are usually the same people who end up saying how much they like it, even when they didn’t expect to.

When we were ordering and planning the kitchen, my dad was so unsure if pink would work, but now he even says it’s perfect for our little home. My Nanna always makes me smile because every time she comes over for a cuppa, she says how joyful it feels, and then she goes home wanting to add more colour to her own house.

I work from home, so making my space colourful, joyful and full of personality was always our priority. It’s also been such a help for my mental health, having a home that feels bright and happy has made it my safe space and somewhere I can truly be myself.”

When it comes to budget, where to save and where to splurge, Meg has some great advice for anyone wanting to have a colourful home transformation, and believes taking it at a slower pace is the best course of action. 

left(bedroom), right (front door): thedreamydormer

“For us, our kitchen was the biggest pink decision in our home. It was an important decision, but we knew deep down it was what we wanted, and we’ve never once regretted it. However, I think it’s also important to note that colour doesn’t have to be used on a large scale or be expensive. A tin of paint can transform a room at a lower cost, or you could even just add some pink accessories to brighten up the space. 

We did things slowly so we could get everything exactly how we wanted. We’ve lived in our first home for just over 3 years and have only just completed the bathroom. Saving up for the renovation was so worth it, though, as we got everything just as we dreamed of.

We still have some very greige and neutral areas, though, like our hallway with its dark brown carpet, which hasn’t been touched since we moved in. We’re saving up for that project next, and honestly, doing things slowly has worked well for us, even when sometimes you wish you could just complete it all in one go.”

Meg also had some great advice on balancing aesthetic with practicality, and claims that making some mistakes along the way is completely normal. 

“I try to choose colours and designs that feel fun and playful but still calm and soft for everyday life. I wanted the house to feel creative and full of personality, but also cosy and practical.

I’ve chosen storage that’s colourful but useful, and I’ve also found second-hand furniture and painted it to fit our style, while keeping it functional and somewhere to store our stuff. I’ve definitely made some questionable choices along the way, like a mustard yellow mural with a hot pink wall right next to it in our bedroom. It was way too bold for us and definitely not calming for a bedroom. I think it’s important to make those mistakes because that’s how you figure out what really works for you.“

If you like the sound of Meg’s pink home and want to inject some colour into your own space, Meg definitely recommends it, stating, “If colour is something that brings you joy and you feel drawn to it, then go for it. I know it can feel intimidating when neutral decor is everywhere, but the happiness my colourful home has brought me makes me want to encourage anyone to give it a go. If it feels scary at first, start small with accessories or even a feature wall and see how it makes you feel.“