Decorating a second home that you hope will attract paying guests is different to decorating your own home. That’s a fact. It’s been four years now since we first renovated our holiday cottage, and I’m happy to say that most of our decisions turned out to be spot on….
Living in a fairly small house myself I know just how important storage can be. That, and having a good clearout on a regular basis. But filling any available space with cupboards is not the only answer. For one, floor space might be limited anyway. And two, unless you…
A sleek contemporary styled bathroom is not for everyone. Especially if you live in a period house with lovely original details. And I’ll let you into a secret. It’s one of my pet hates when I see a completely new bathroom with wall-to-wall tiles and modern fittings shoe-horned into…
My love affair with anything black and white knows no bounds. And there’s something extremely stylish about a black and white floor. It’s a true classic but also very of-the-moment too. It can be used to easily create a timeless interior and works effortlessly with all styles of property,…
What could be more welcoming as the nights draw in, than a cosy rustic bedroom? There’s something about being enveloped in wood that creates such a warm feeling. And fantasies for me of hunkering down in a country cabin, while the wind blows outside and white, powdery snow falls….
I’m absolutely certain in my mind, that my next kitchen will be painted black. I’ll have a black kitchen if I have to paint it myself. And while I do like to get the paintbrush out occasionally, I know from experience that painting a kitchen is a BIG job!…
We spend so much of our time working that we deserve a workspace that inspires us and makes us feel happy. And now that research is telling us that bringing nature into the home and office is good for our productivity and well being, what better way to decorate…
Yes, it’s officially Autumn. The days are getting shorter and our thoughts are turning to making the home cosy. But wait a minute. Temperatures may be dropping but we are still rewarded (some days admittedly) with a glimpse of the sun and some pleasant interludes. It’s far too beautiful…
This Autumn does seem to be the season for neutrals. First there was H&M Home, then Zara Home, and now the ever popular M&S. Which doesn’t come as a surprise. In these uncertain economic times we often turn to our homes for sanctuary and comfort. Creating a haven of…
