It's bright sunshine one minute and thundery downpours the next - it must be the Northern European summer! And with that in mind, I'm continuing my seasonal guides to the best scented candles by rounding up my favourites for the warmer months. I'm always amazed by the power of fragrance to transform the ambiance of a space, spark distant memories or transport us to other places . . .
Demystifying biophilic design with my latest book, Bring The Outside In
I've hinted in various posts that I've spent much of the last few months working away on a big project, and I'm very excited to finally reveal what it is: a new book! It's called Bring The Outside In – Biophilic Design for a Naturally Beautiful Home and it's extra-special for two reasons . . .
New design finds | June 2025
My monthly 'new finds' post - a round-up of interesting launches and minimalist design finds that have caught my eye - is back! And this time around I have some gems to share. There are beautiful rugs and bed linen made from sustainable natural fibres, elegant outdoor furniture and lighting, and an exciting new chapter for one of my favourite independent makers... Just read on for details . . .
Profile | Holly Marder of Avenue Design Studio & A . Gallery
I've long admired the work of Netherlands-based interior designer Holly Marder. Pared-back yet full of soul, the spaces she creates combine earthy colours, textural layers and handcrafted pieces with a deep respect for the architecture of the building in question and the needs of her clients. As well as running her own boutique practice, Avenue Design Studio, she's the founder of A . Gallery . . .
15 of the best garden parasols
The arrival of hot, sunny weather means shade is essential for enjoying whatever outside space you have safely and comfortably. It's something I know all too well: I'm lucky enough to have a south-facing garden, but the sun is so strong that it would be unusable for a lot of the day without something to keep the rays at bay. So, I thought a round-up of the best parasols on the market at the moment . . .
A spring minibreak on the North Norfolk Coast
Sadly, my planned March trip to the Norwegian Arctic didn't happen, as I came down with flu and was too ill to travel. But once I recovered I did have a small consolation prize in the form of an impromptu minibreak on the beautiful North Norfolk Coast in eastern England. Stretching for more than 45 miles, the North Norfolk Coast is a land of salt marshes, sand dunes, sweeping beaches . . .
The best scented candles for spring – updated for 2025
With sunshine one minute and rain showers the next, spring has definitely arrived - and that means my seasonal round-up of the best scented candles! For me candles aren't just a winter thing, and I love selecting fragrances that suit my mood and the moment. Around now I start swapping the smoky, spicy notes that I tend to favour during the colder months for lighter scents . . .
The Ferm Living ‘Utzon – Can Lis’ collection
I'm back to blogging after a bit of a hiatus while a big project took up most of my time, and today I'm sharing the beautiful spring-summer 2025 collection from Ferm Living. It takes its inspiration from renowned Danish architect Jørn Utzon and his Mallorcan home, Can Lis, and it's brimming with appealing shapes, earthy colours and tactile materials . . .
Vipp Todos Santos – a fusion of Mexican & Scandinavian style
Earlier in the week I showed you around a remote mountain cabin in the Swedish wilderness; this time it's a sleek earth-walled villa on Mexico's sun-baked Pacific coast. The architecture and settings may be very different, but both buildings share a common thread: modern, minimalist design that carries a strong sense of place . . .
Home tour | A modern mountain cabin in Sweden
Today we're heading to the mountains of Ottsjö, rural Sweden, for a peek inside a contemporary cabin that blends a pared-back Scandinavian aesthetic with a deep appreciation for nature. Owned by photographer Sophie Odelberg and her fiancé Gustav, the cabin was designed by Stockholm-based studio Note and marks its first foray into full architectural projects . . .
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