Renovation Dictionary

A plain-language glossary of renovation and interior-design terms. Free.

A free almanac from SECRETLAB for those who pay and want to understand what for. Five chapters and a finale: from how to look at an interior to how to read drawings and ask the right questions. Speaking the same language as your designer.

What's inside

• Introduction: why renovations end with a resigned shrug
• Styles: minimalism, Japandi, neoclassic, contemporary and moodboards
• Materials: floors, walls, backsplash, plumbing, textiles, and what not to touch
• Light: scenarios, fixture types, colour temperature, dimmers, checklist
• Electrics: sockets, switches, and the points you can't move
• The designer's project: elevations, specifications, questions and red flags

Who it's for

Anyone planning a renovation or design project who wants to understand the terminology before starting, to avoid overpaying and relying on others' wording.

50 pages · PDF · in Russian