Design hotel Villa Copenhagen opened in the heart of the Danish capital back in 2020, and I've admired it from afar ever since. Not only is it stunning architecturally (it occupies the neo-Baroque former central post and telegraph building, with a 25m heated outdoor pool on its roof), but it also houses a number of very special suites . . .
New design finds | March 2023
Apologies for the lack of blog posts during February - other projects (and life in general!) ended up taking priority. But it's a new month and I have lots to share with you over the coming weeks, starting with my regular round-up of minimalist design finds and new product launches . . .
Palazzo Monti – a stunning Italian pop-up hotel from Vipp
I'm always excited when Danish design brand Vipp announces a new addition to its ever-expanding portfolio of bookable one-of-a-kind accommodation options, and I've had the pleasure of visiting (though sadly not staying!) at one of them myself. They've just released details of their latest opening, and this time there's a twist . . .
The Edit | Fika with friends
Catching up over coffee and a sweet treat is a pastime that's loved the world over, but the Swedish custom of fika takes it to a whole different level. Used as both a noun and a verb, fika translates as '(to have) a coffee and cake break', but it's about so much more than that. It's a chance to pause, unwind, replenish your energy, and forge deeper connections with friends, family or colleagues . . .
Home tour | A holistic London space in calming neutrals
I've always maintained that good interior design is as much about the way a space makes us feel as the way it looks, and today I want to share a perfect example of somewhere created with wellbeing squarely in mind. Called the 'Home of Holism', this Victorian terrace in North London belongs to interior designer Louisa Grey, whose previous residence I had the pleasure of visiting a few years ago . . .
New design finds | February 2023
Spring is approaching and many of my favourite brands have started releasing details of their new-season collections, meaning I have plenty of gorgeous pieces to share with you in this month's round-up of minimalist design finds. There are sculptural lamps and accessories, versatile furniture for today's multifunctional homes and a couple of very exciting collaborations. Just read on for details . . .
The ‘Vega’ chair – a versatile design classic for today’s home
[Advertisement - this is a paid partnership with Carl Hansen & Søn] Back in autumn I travelled to Copenhagen to explore the enduring legacy of Vilhelm Lauritzen, one of Denmark’s most influential architects and a pioneer of Danish Modernism. To celebrate 100 years since he founded his eponymous studio, Carl Hansen & Søn had just put some of the furniture he designed for his iconic . . .
20 of the best cafetières & pour-over coffee makers with timeless, minimalist design
I have a confession to make: I can't stand the coffee from pod machines. It's always lukewarm, and to me it somehow manages to be bitter yet weak at the same time. So, without the space to fit a fancy barista-style gadget in our little kitchen, I like to prepare my cuppas the slow way using a cafetière (also known as a French press or coffee press) or a pour-over coffee maker . . .
Seven brands to help you customise IKEA kitchen cabinets
IKEA's functional, sturdy and affordable units are the obvious choice if you want a new kitchen without a huge spend, but the choice is lacking when it comes to outer colours and materials. The solution? Buying door and drawer fronts designed to fit standard IKEA cabinets but made elsewhere. It's a great way to create a customised, high-end look for a fraction of the price that you'd normally pay . . .
SP34 Apartments – a new design destination in Copenhagen
SP34 has long been one of my favourite Copenhagen hotels - in fact I think I've stayed there five times over the years. So, I was happy to hear that owner Brøchner Hotels (which is also responsible for another regular haunt, Hotel Danmark) has opened a set of serviced apartments alongside the existing guest rooms . . .
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