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Design project | A restful green bedroom

September 9, 2020

Design project: a restful green bedroom | These Four Walls blog

I've been wanting to give you a peek at one of my finished projects ever since I launched my design services earlier this year, but the situation over the last few months made things tricky. Well, last week I was finally able to visit the home of my first-ever client, Nikki, and I'm so excited to share a few photos with you! . . .

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New Works’ nature-inspired showroom makeover

September 7, 2020

New Works' nature-inspired showroom makeover | These Four Walls blog

Of all the events that took place at 3 Days of Design in Copenhagen last week, the one I was perhaps saddest to miss was the launch of New Works' newly redecorated showroom. The brand first moved into its period townhouse home in the Frederiksstaden neighbourhood last spring, and it was one of my favourite spaces from 3 Days of Design 2019 . . .

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New finds | September 2020

September 4, 2020

New finds - September 2020 | These Four Walls blog

The start of a new month - and in this case a new season - means it's time for my regular pick of minimalist design finds. It's a particularly Denmark-heavy selection today, as this week sees Copenhagen host its annual 3 Days of Design festival (originally due to take place in May but postponed) . . .

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Home tour | A sustainable new-build in Norway

September 2, 2020

Home tour - a sustainable new-build in Norway | These Four Walls blog

Today's home tour comes to you courtesy of Ask og Eng - a Norwegian design studio which makes beautiful kitchens and other fitted furniture using sustainably sourced materials. It was founded by environmental geographer Kine Ask Stenersen and architect Kristoffer Eng in 2016 after they struggled to find an eco-friendly kitchen solution when renovating their first apartment . . .

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Minimalist makers: wall art

August 28, 2020

Minimalist makers: wall art | These Four Walls blog

It's time for the second in my 'minimalist makers' series, which showcases the work of independent artisans and craftspeople across a range of different categories. Today's focus is art - and more specifically, art for the wall . . .

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How to make and use mood boards

August 17, 2020

How to create and use mood boards | These Four Walls blog

A few weeks ago I shared eight questions to ask yourself before embarking on a decorating project. The idea behind them was to help you cut through the noise and trends, gain the clarity you need to create a space that works for you and your lifestyle, and avoid costly mistakes that would take time and money to put right. But what's the next step once you've worked through them? . . .

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Home tour | A serene new-build apartment in Stockholm

August 11, 2020

Home tour - a serene new-build apartment in Stockholm | These Four Walls blog

How do you turn a new-build property into a home? It's something many of us grapple with, and a question I often get asked. Well, the subject of my latest home-tour post is a wonderful example of how to do it . . .

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A relaxed summer celebration with Georg Jensen’s ‘Bernadotte’ collection

August 7, 2020

A relaxed summer celebration with Georg Jensen's 'Bernadotte' collection | These Four Walls blog

[Advertisement - this is a paid partnership with Georg Jensen, but all words and opinions are my own] It's my 37th birthday tomorrow (I'm not sure how that happened - I was 21 and I blinked!), and after all the stresses and strangeness of the past few months, I want nothing more than a relaxed afternoon in the garden with close family and friends . . .

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Casa na Terra – a unique holiday hideaway in Portugal’s Alentejo

August 4, 2020

Casa na Terra - a unique holiday hideaway in Portugal's Alentejo | These Four Walls blog

How does everyone feel about travelling at the moment, given the ongoing restrictions and quarantine rules? I'm still nervous about it, but that hasn't stopped me browsing the net and dreaming about where I'll go as soon as I feel a bit more confident. And my latest find, Casa na Terra in Portugal's beautiful Alentejo region, is certainly fuelling my wanderlust . . .

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New designs from Kristina Dam

July 30, 2020

New designs from Kristina Dam | These Four Walls blog

Details of upcoming autumn-winter homeware collections are already beginning to trickle through and I'll be sharing some of my favourites over the coming weeks. As always, my aim isn't to make you want to rush out and buy lots of new things, or feel pressured into following trends (you can read my views on those here), but simply to provide a bit of inspiration . . .

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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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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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