Our Story

Xagiwa was founded in Birmingham in 2018 by a small group of joiners and interior planners who noticed the same problem in flat after flat across the city: rooms full of furniture that did not fit the way people actually lived. What started as a two-person workshop has grown into a team of 19, working across 9 districts in and around Birmingham. Over eight years we have completed 3,441 jobs for 1,824 clients, and 386 of them have come back to us for a second project once their circumstances changed.

Our work covers 12 distinct services, from built-in storage design to full layout reorganisation for compact flats and terraced houses. Every job starts the same way: a site visit, honest measurements, and a plan drawn up around how the rooms are actually used, not how a showroom suggests they should look.

Design studio workspace with planning materials

Mission and Approach

Our mission is straightforward: help people in Birmingham use the space they already have without needing to move house or knock down walls. We focus on practical storage, better room layouts, and furniture arrangements that hold up to daily use, not just how a room photographs on the day it is finished.

What We Value

Clear measurements and honest timelines, agreed before any work starts
Solutions built around how a household actually functions, not a fixed template
Materials and fittings chosen for the specific room, not a standard catalogue package
Straightforward communication, with replies to enquiries typically within 8 hours

Interior planning session in Birmingham studio

The Team Behind the Plans

Daniel

Site Surveyor

Visits properties across Birmingham to take exact measurements before any layout work begins.

Priya

Space Planner

Draws up room layouts and storage plans based on how each household uses its rooms day to day.

Marcus

Joiner

Builds and fits custom storage units, from alcove shelving to under-stair cabinets.

Elena

Client Coordinator

Handles enquiries and scheduling, keeping clients updated from first contact to final walkthrough.

Services in Space Organization

Xagiwa offers 12 distinct services covering storage planning, room layout and furniture arrangement for flats and houses across Birmingham. Every job below is priced per visit and adjusted after an on-site assessment.

Room Layout Assessment

A measured survey of a single room, noting wall lengths, door swing and window position. Delivered as a scaled sketch with three furniture arrangement options within two working days.

from £95

Storage Capacity Planning

Review of existing cupboards, alcoves and under-stair space to calculate usable storage volume. Includes a written note on shelving depth and where sliding versus hinged doors work better.

from £120

Hallway and Entrance Planning

Address narrow entrance halls common in Birmingham terraced houses. Plan for coat storage, shoe racks and a bench without blocking the door swing or fire escape route.

from £85

Full Flat Layout Review

A room-by-room walkthrough of a one or two bedroom flat, producing a single floor plan with furniture positions marked and a list of items that no longer fit the space.

from £260

Open-Plan Zoning

Division of an open-plan living and dining area into distinct zones using rugs, shelving units or low partitions. Includes a scale drawing showing sightlines and traffic paths.

from £180

Loft and Box Room Planning

Assessment of loft hatches, headroom and floor loading before suggesting racking or built-in units. Applies to properties with restricted head height under 1.5 metres.

from £140

Bedroom Reorganisation

Repositioning of bed, wardrobe and desk to free floor space in bedrooms from 9 to 14 square metres. Includes a note on wardrobe door clearance and bedside access.

from £110

Kitchen Storage Consultation

Review of cupboard and drawer use in galley or L-shaped kitchens. Recommends pull-out units, corner solutions and worktop clearance measured to current appliance sizes.

from £130

Home Office Nook Planning

Fitting a desk and shelving into an alcove, landing or spare corner of 1.2 square metres or more. Includes cable routing notes and lighting position suggestions.

from £90

Small Flat Optimisation

Focused planning for studio and one-bedroom flats under 40 square metres, prioritising multi-use furniture and vertical storage where floor area is limited.

from £150

Moving-In Layout Setup

Planning session before a move, using the new floor plan and current furniture list to decide placement in advance and flag pieces that will not fit through doorways.

from £175

Follow-Up Adjustment Visit

A return visit within three months of an earlier plan to adjust layout after living with it, offered to repeat clients at a reduced rate against the original quote.

from £60

All 12 services above are available across the 9 districts we cover around Birmingham. Requests are usually answered within 8 hours during business hours, Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 16:30.

Why Birmingham Households Choose Xagiwa

Since 2018 our team of 19 has completed 3,441 jobs across 9 districts of Birmingham. Below are the practical reasons clients across these areas call on us for storage planning and room layout work.

On-Site Measurement

Every project starts with a physical survey of the rooms involved. We record wall lengths, ceiling heights and awkward corners by hand, then build the layout plan around the real numbers rather than estimates.

8-Hour Response

Requests submitted through this page typically receive a written reply within 8 hours during business days. This covers an initial assessment of scope and an estimated timeframe for a site visit.

12 Distinct Services

From built-in storage design to small-room reconfiguration, our range covers 12 separate service types. Each one is scoped and priced on its own, so clients pay only for the work they actually need.

Repeat Clients

Out of 1,824 clients served since 2018, 386 have returned for a second project, usually to extend a layout into another room or update storage after a change in household size.

Local Coverage

We currently operate across 9 districts within and around Birmingham, which keeps travel time short and allows us to schedule follow-up visits without long delays between stages.

Written Proposals

Before any work begins, clients receive a written proposal listing materials, fittings and the order of tasks. This document is used as the reference point throughout the project.

Storage-First Planning

Our approach places storage capacity at the centre of the layout rather than treating it as an afterthought, which is particularly relevant in the smaller terraced and flat layouts common across Birmingham.

Direct Installation Team

Fittings and joinery are installed by members of our own 19-person team, not subcontracted out. This keeps communication between the designer and the installer on the same project file.

Eight Years of Records

Founded in 2018, we have eight years of completed project records to draw on when estimating timelines and material quantities for a new layout, which reduces the number of adjustments made mid-project.

Plain-Language Reports

Findings from the site visit and the resulting recommendations are written up in plain terms, without unexplained technical shorthand, so clients can review the plan before agreeing to proceed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Below are answers to questions we receive most often from Birmingham residents about planning and organizing space in flats and houses. If you cannot find what you need, contact us directly and we will reply within 8 hours.

Project length depends on the size of the flat and the number of rooms involved. A single room, such as a bedroom or a home office, usually takes one working day to assess, plan and fit out with storage. A full flat covering a living room, kitchen and two bedrooms typically needs three to five working days, including measuring, ordering fittings and installation. We confirm a schedule after the first visit, so you know exactly when the work will start and finish before any agreement is signed.

Yes. Many properties across Birmingham, particularly older conversions and terraced houses, have sloped ceilings, narrow hallways or box rooms with limited floor area. Our team has handled this type of layout across the 9 districts we currently serve, since 2018. We measure every wall, alcove and door swing before proposing storage or furniture placement, so the final plan fits the actual room rather than a standard template. Awkward corners are usually where the most usable extra space can be found.

The first visit includes a walk-through of the rooms you want to address, a discussion of how the space is currently used, and a review of storage, furniture and any structural limits such as radiators or sockets. We take measurements and photographs, then prepare a written proposal listing recommended changes, estimated timeframe and cost. There is no obligation to proceed after this stage. We typically reply to a first enquiry within 8 hours and can arrange the visit within the same week, depending on availability.

Yes, this is one of our 12 services. Some clients only need existing furniture rearranged, unused items removed and storage reassigned by room, without any building work. In these cases we plan furniture positions based on room flow and daily use, then handle the physical move and setup ourselves. This option suits tenants and short-term residents who cannot alter fixtures. It is usually completed in a single visit and costs less than projects that include custom shelving or joinery.

Every project begins with a written plan covering room layout, proposed storage or furniture changes, materials if joinery is involved, a schedule and a fixed cost. Nothing is ordered or installed until this document is agreed. Since 2018 we have completed 3,441 jobs across Birmingham, and a written plan has been standard practice on all of them. This avoids surprises during installation and gives you a clear reference point if adjustments are needed later.

You can contact us at any point after completion to request adjustments, whether that means reconfiguring a shelving unit or reviewing a layout that no longer suits your routine. Around 386 of our past clients have returned for a second job, often after moving furniture, adding a family member, or changing how a room is used. We treat these as new, smaller projects and follow the same process: a short visit, a written proposal, then the work itself.

Autumn Booking Offer

Autumn Storage and Layout Review for Birmingham Flats

Book a full space assessment between now and late November and receive a fixed 15% reduction on the assessment fee, plus a written storage plan included at no extra charge. Autumn is when many households in Birmingham start reorganising rooms before winter, moving seasonal items into storage and rethinking layouts for shorter daylight hours. This offer covers the initial visit, measurements and a written plan with furniture placement options for one room or an entire flat. It suits anyone who wants a clear, practical proposal before committing to any building work. Requests submitted through the form above are usually answered within 8 hours. Places for site visits in November are limited, so early booking is worth considering.

Offer valid until: 21 November 2026

15% off the initial space assessment fee
Written storage and layout plan included free of charge
Covers all 9 districts served across Birmingham
Reply to your request within 8 hours
No obligation to proceed after the assessment

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