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Fantoush
Awards & recognition
1 independent award
Trust Score
30out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 9 reviews
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volumeLow · 9
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say24.3 of 60
Independent checks4.3 of 30
Track record1.3 of 10
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- Licences and credentials0 of 10.3
- Ways to reach them3.4 of 3.4
- Reviewed on more than one site0 of 5.1
- Registered company details0 of 5.1
- Photos of their work0 of 4.3
- Industry recognition0.9 of 1.7
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Awards & recognition
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Source-listed gallery
1 photoPhotos listed on Houzz
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Reviews · public evidence
What customers say
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5.0out of 5
Where these reviews are published
- Houzz9 reviews · 5.0 avg
Local context
Rated 5.0, above the local average for kitchen designers in Edinburgh
Across 47 kitchen designers in Edinburgh, the typical rating is 4.9 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
Sources
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Review sources
Business and public registers
Public evidence last checked May 2026
About
Fantoush is a friendly, boutique interior design company who are passionate about design and creating beautiful, unique interiors. We don't believe in cookie cutter interiors, each space and the people who use it, have their own personalities and at Fantoush we believe that the spaces we live and work in should reflect this. Founder Emily Smoor is a passionate treasure hunter and will travel far and wide to find the right pieces that tell the right stories, making every project unique. We help you channel your ideas, inspire you with ours and provide the expertise to create exceptional spaces for your home or business. Whether you need a complete and comprehensive design service or you would just like some advice to get you on your way, we offer a flexible range of services for all budgets. Our Services. Commercial and Residential Full Interior Design Sourcing - including Art and Bespoke Commissions.
Services they list
Basement DesignBathroom DesignBedroom DesignBespoke BookcasesBespoke Fitted FurnitureBespoke RugsBespoke Walk-in WardrobesBoot Room DesignDining Room DesignDownsizingFloor PlansFurniture Selection
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Independent checks
About this business
How long they've really been tradingOperating since at least 2019 (7 years), according to an independent source, not just their own word.
Website online since2011Award-winning since2019
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Common questions about Fantoush
Is Fantoush a legitimate business?
Fantoush has 9 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5. This is independent public evidence gathered from named public sources (no ads, no paid placement), not a guarantee of workmanship. If anything here is out of date, the business can request a correction.
What do customers say about Fantoush?
Fantoush has 9 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5. The reviews section shows the aggregate rating, review volume, and review source information we hold.
How do I know Fantoush's reviews are genuine?
Fantoush's 9 public reviews come from a named public review source. MyTrustedTraders brings this public evidence together with no ads and no paid placement: we show the review source information and aggregate rating we hold rather than selling rankings, so you can weigh the evidence for yourself.
Has Fantoush won any awards?
Fantoush holds 1 independent award, including 4× Best of Houzz winner (2025, 2021, 2020, 2019). These are third-party awards: recognition that has to be won, not self-issued.
What does Fantoush specialise in?
Fantoush lists specialist services including Basement Design, Bathroom Design, Bedroom Design, Bespoke Bookcases, Bespoke Fitted Furniture, Bespoke Rugs. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.
When was Fantoush's website registered?
Fantoush's website has been online since 2011, according to the public domain registry. This dates the website, not necessarily when the business began trading.
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