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A light beige & white showroom makeover for New Works

September 24, 2021

A light beige & white showroom makeover for New Works | These Four Walls blog

Last week saw Copenhagen host its annual '3 Days of Design' festival, and although I decided not to attend this year (I'm not quite ready to travel internationally again yet), I've been lapping up the various exhibitions and installations from afar. One that I found particularly inspiring was New Works' redecorated showroom, and I couldn't resist sharing the press photos . . .

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Easy autumn updates for the home

September 22, 2021

Easy autumn updates for the home | These Four Walls blog

It's getting darker and colder by the day, but I have to admit I love this time of year. There's something special about these first weeks of autumn: the hint of crispness in the air, the misty mornings, the tinges of gold in the trees... I always enjoy watching the natural world change around me, and it's a great excuse to make a few updates inside the home, too . . .

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Soft minimalism from Tine K Home’s latest collection

September 15, 2021

Soft minimalism from Tine K Home's latest collection | These Four Walls blog

I have some more new-season gorgeousness to share with you today, this time from Tine K Home. I always look forward to its collections as much for the beautiful locations as anything else, and the latest hasn't disappointed. Styled and photographed at a contemporary timber-clad house on the Danish coast, it's a great example of how minimalist design can be warm, soft and welcoming . . .

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The Edit | A morning at your desk

September 9, 2021

The Edit - minimalist desk accessories for working from home | These Four Walls blog

It's time for another instalment of 'The Edit' - my ongoing series sharing curated selections to help you make the most of simple, relaxed moments at home and beyond - and today I'm focusing on mornings at your desk. Now, I realise you might be thinking that work isn't something you look forward to or find relaxing, but there are ways to make it more enjoyable . . .

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A warm, minimalist kitchen from Nicolaj Bo

September 6, 2021

A warm, minimalist kitchen from Nicolaj Bo | These Four Walls blog

I'm starting the week with some inspiration from Danish kitchen-design studio Nicolaj Bo. They've just completed the open-plan kitchen and dining area of a Copenhagen family home, and it's a great example of how minimalist decor can be warm, welcoming and very practical to live with . . .

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The autumn-winter 2021 collection from Ferm Living

September 3, 2021

Panelled living room in soft greens and earthy neutrals, with beige curved sofa | The autumn-winter 2021 collection from Ferm Living | These Four Walls blog

There's no 'new finds' post from me this month as I want to focus on a few more autumn-winter interiors collections instead. Today it's the turn of Ferm Living, whose calm, elegant and gently playful selection instantly caught my eye. This season, the Danish brand has honed in on the concept of our homes being our sanctuaries . . .

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Carl Hansen & Søn’s short table bench styled two ways

September 1, 2021

The 'BM0488S' short table bench - a versatile Danish design classic | These Four Walls blog

[Advertisement - this is a paid partnership with Carl Hansen & Søn] I've aways loved timeless, multifunctional design - the kind of thing you can invest in safely, knowing it won't ever date and will evolve with you as your home and lifestyle change. And today I want to introduce you to a brilliant example from Carl Hansen & Søn: a short version of Danish designer Børge Mogensen's . . .

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21 of the best desk chairs

August 26, 2021

As summer draws to a close, many of us are turning our thoughts towards work, and there's definitely a back-to-school feeling about this time of year. So, it seems like a good point to share a round-up of the best desk chairs, with a focus on designs that offer a balance between form and function . . .

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The autumn-winter 2021 collection from Menu

August 24, 2021

It's that time of year when details of new-season interiors collections start to emerge, so I'll be featuring a few of my favourites over the coming weeks. First up is Danish brand Menu, with a combination of earthy neutrals, tactile materials and warm, autumnal hues that's sure to inspire . . .

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The Edit | Breakfast in bed

August 12, 2021

Breakfast in bed in a minimalist beige bedroom | These Four Walls blog

Is there anything better than a lazy breakfast in bed? It's one of my favourite ways to unwind at the weekend, and it's a treat I'm indulging in on a daily basis at the moment as I'm taking a brief summer break from work. So, it only seemed appropriate to make it the focus of this latest instalment of 'The Edit' - my monthly series sharing a curated selection of buys to help you make the most of . . .

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Abi Dare | These Four Walls blog

I’m Abi Dare – a stylist, photographer and writer based in Bristol (UK). I set up this blog to share interior design, travel and lifestyle inspiration for simple, relaxed living at home and beyond. You’ll find home tours, advice and tips, interviews, reviews, postcards from places I love and more – always with a focus on soft minimalism, muted colours and timeless, considered design.

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‘Best Design & Architecture Blog’, UK Blog Awards 2019

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Eight years ago today. Carousel posts didn't exist Eight years ago today. Carousel posts didn't exist then so I'm using our anniversary as an excuse to share some of my favourite wedding photos.

I have so many happy memories from the day, but what I remember the most is all the laughter. And the funniest best men's (Chris had four!) speech I've ever heard. I wish we'd had a videographer just to capture that.

Anyway, thanks @small_round_things for the last eight years - and for the 13 before we actually got around to tying the knot!

Venue: @pyneshouse 
Photography: @taylorandporter
Back on the grid after more than two weeks. Thanks Back on the grid after more than two weeks. Thanks to everyone who sent messages checking I was OK - I just lost my Instagram mojo and needed a bit of a break. Anyway, here are some phone-camera snippets of life lately...

1.  Guard cat on duty while I work
2.  Evening light hitting the last of the Japanese quince blossom in the garden 
3.  Country drives
4.  Coming across 17th-century graffiti while house-hunting
5 & 6.  A lazy Sunday stroll on Clevedon Pier, on one of those hazy days where the sea and sky seem to merge into one
7.  Keeping drooping spring blooms going for as long as possible 
8 & 9.  Wisteria at @ntbarringtoncourt in Somerset 
10.  Brunch at the always-wonderful @lunitapasteleria 
11.  Enjoying the balmy spring breeze 
12.  Stunning mosaic floors at Chedworth Roman Villa in Gloucestershire 
13.  Bluebell season
14.  My kind of wine
15.  Wild garlic 

#springhassprung #slowsimpleseasonal #cornersofmyworld #lifelately #blossomseverywhere #thisprettyengland #thelocalwayfarer #westcountry #littlestoriesofmylife #poetryofsimplethings #seeingthepretty #tinytinymoments
[AD - PR product] I've always loved marble as a ma [AD - PR product] I've always loved marble as a material, and the beige Kunis Breccia version of the @newworksdk 'Kizu' table lamp caught my eye immediately. I now have this design in three different colourways around the house, and this is definitely my favourite to date! 

#softminimalisthome #softminimalstyle #neutralhomedecor #simplehomestyle #minimalistdecor #simpleinterior #mycosyhome #neutrallivingroom #minimalistlighting #scandiinterior
A few weeks ago I travelled to Drammen in Norway f A few weeks ago I travelled to Drammen in Norway for the big project I'm working on (more on that soon), and while I was there I had a look around @askogeng's workshop. I've been a fan of their sustainable bamboo kitchens and furniture for a long time, so this was a real treat. And the space itself is full of the time-worn textures and beautiful details that always catch my eye.

#texturesandtones #warehousestyle #kitchendesign #scandinavianinteriors #scandinaviandesign #bitsofbuildings #ihavethisthingwithwindows #perfectlyimperfect

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