[Advertisement - this post is based on a press trip] The chance of glimpsing the Northern Lights is one of Finnish Lapland's major draws, and there's something enchanting and utterly captivating about them. Local Sámi legend tells of an Arctic fox dashing through the night sky so fast that its tail sparked against the tops of the fells, creating the Aurora Borealis - indeed the Finnish . . .
Versatile autumn-winter launches from Northern
Today I'm continuing my look at some of the most inspiring new-season interiors collections by sharing the latest pieces from Norwegian brand Northern. Its simple, streamlined designs combine timeless craftsmanship with innovative touches, and there's always a beautiful array of materials and shapes on display. But what really stands out this time around is the focus on versatility . . .
10 reasons to visit Finnish Lapland in autumn
[Advertisement - this post is based on a press trip. All words and opinions are my own] There are some destinations that weave their way into your soul - destinations that speak to you from the moment you arrive, and that you long to return to from the moment you leave. For me, Finnish Lapland is one such place. I first visited in January 2020, when I journeyed to the . . .
Profile | Textile artist Nikki Heaton
For the latest in my series profiling independent makers, designers and craftspeople, I’m chatting to abstract textile artist Nikki Heaton, whose debut collection, ‘Foremost Fragments (2021)’, launches today. She’s been sharing tantalising snippets of it on Instagram over the past few weeks, and I was instantly drawn to the muted colours and minimalist aesthetic. But there’s also a wonderful depth . . .
Autumn-winter 2022 news from &Tradition
There's no 'new finds' post from me this month, as over the next few weeks I'll be sharing a peek at some of my favourite autumn-winter 2022 interiors collections. And first up is &Tradition. The Danish brand is known for its mix of contemporary design and Scandinavian classics spanning the 1930s, 40s, 50s, 60s and 70s. This season, its focus is deepening the physical and visual qualities . . .
Home tour | Soft, neutral decor in Finland
I'm back at my desk after a late-summer blogging break, and I'm kickstarting my September posts with a peek inside a beautiful Finnish apartment that's sure to provide lots of interiors inspiration. The home of stylist and photographer Maria Hiltunen, it sits in an early 20th-century building in the city of Tampere. It's been sensitively renovated throughout . . .
The Edit | A pampering home spa session
Sometimes nothing beats settling down for an evening of pampering - whether that means giving yourself a facial, tending to your nails or indulging in a long soak in the tub. So, for the latest instalment of 'The Edit' - my monthly series sharing considered buys to help you enjoy life's simple pleasures - I'm bringing you everything you need to create a spa experience at home . . .
Home tour | A minimalist coastal villa in the Netherlands
If you're longing to spend what's left of the summer at a breezy beachside hideaway, then you'll love the subject of today's home tour. Called Villa Zilverduin, it sits amid sand dunes on the Dutch island of Ameland and is the stuff minimalists' holiday dreams are made of. What's more, it's packed with beautiful design ideas that can be transplanted into any setting . . .
New design finds | August 2022
As always, the start of a new month sees me sharing some of my favourite product launches and minimalist design finds. This time around there are portable lamps, beautiful bathroom vanity units and gorgeous furniture pieces from Denmark and Ukraine. Just read on for details . . .
10 beautiful outdoor lighting ideas
[Advertisement – this is a paid partnership with Lights4fun, but all words and opinions are my own] There’s still a month or two of warm weather ahead, but the days are getting noticeably shorter and the nights longer. So, if you want to make the most of balmy later-summer and early-autumn evenings with a bit of alfresco living, lighting is going to be key . . .
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