With foreign holidays but a distant memory, why not turn your outside space into a reminder of long sunny days? You may not exactly have a view of the ocean but a few colourful cushions, some comfy furniture, and a collection of tropical plants, will look and feel inviting. So much so, that even a…
Those of us who look forward to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show each year for some outdoor and floral inspiration will be delighted to hear that this year it’s going virtual. Cancelled for the first time in it’s history due to the Corona Virus Pandemic, you’ll be able to…
Well located in the city of Amsterdam on the corner of the famous ‘nine streets’, this calm and neutral apartment creates a peaceful space to disconnect from the busy city. The design of the apartment was inspired by a mix of nordic simplicity and Parisian elegance. And it was…
To have a truly comfortable garden room (and one that you will use for much of the summer), it’s important to have comfy garden furniture. It has to be inviting for you, the family and any guests you might have, to sit around for hours on end. Cushioned seats…
The bones of this downstairs loo are traditional through and through. From the sash window, to the panelled walls, to the parquet flooring and brass taps. And yet, thanks to it’s dark paintwork and bold wallpaper it’s also very much on trend. And note the absence of anything clinically…
This striking wallpaper collection from Cole and Son is aptly named Seville. So evocative are the 14 designs in the collection that you could almost imagine yourself on the sundrenched streets of Southern Spain’s Andalucian capital. The breath-taking blend of architecture and art, fragrant flora and diverse fauna are…
Wall and floor tiles may be the practical choice for kitchens and bathrooms but that doesn’t mean you can’t have fun. Just as you would add colour and pattern to other rooms with paint and wallpaper, you can add interest to your kitchen and bathroom with a mix of…
Now that most of us have been at home for several weeks, it wouldn’t be at all surprising if the walls feel like they’re closing in. No matter how much we love our homes, forced familiarity can start to take the shine off our former enthusiasm. And although some…
Now that the days are getting longer and you have time on your hands, you may be contemplating adding some colour to your outdoor space. Nothing cheers up the garden quite like a fresh coat of paint after all. But before you rush out and buy the first tin…
Many new-build apartments these days have the kitchen as part of the open-plan living space. It makes for a sociable room undoubtedly. The cook is not tucked away from family and friends, and for those living alone it makes perfect sense to cook, dine and live in one compact…
