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The iconic CH24 ‘Wishbone’ chair turns navy blue

April 2, 2020

The iconic 'Wishbone' chair turns navy blue | These Four Walls blog

[Advertisement - this is a paid partnership with Carl Hansen & Son, but all words and opinions are my own] The CH24 'Wishbone' chair is one of the most recognisable pieces of furniture there is, and it's long been a favourite of mine. So, I was very excited when details of a new limited-edition version popped into my inbox . . .

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ALIUM – a brand-new Copenhagen gallery

April 1, 2020

ALIUM - a brand-new Copenhagen gallery | These Four Walls blog

Travel might be out of the question for most of us at the moment, but today I want to share some inspiration for when we can start exploring again - a brand-new Copenhagen gallery that blurs the lines between art, design and interiors. Called ALIUM, it's located in a historic building next to Frederiksberg town hall . . .

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15 of the best minimalist desks

March 26, 2020

15 of the best minimalist desks | These Four Walls blog

It's time for another 'best of' round-up, and with so many people based at home at the moment, I thought it would be useful to dedicate this month's edition to minimalist desks. In fact I've already had several Instagram messages asking me for recommendations . . .

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Home tour | A small yet stylish Stockholm apartment with sweeping views

March 24, 2020

Home tour | A sleek yet gently eclectic Stockholm apartment | These Four Walls blog

As promised, it's back to normal blog service this week. I think we'll all be in need of a bit of distraction over the coming months and I have plenty of interiors and lifestyle inspiration lined up, starting with a peek inside a stunning Stockholm apartment that's just come up for sale via Fantastic Frank . . .

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Coronavirus – how to help & where to find help

March 20, 2020

Coronavirus - how to help & where to find help | These Four Walls blog

Normal blog service will resume on Monday (I think we all need a bit of continuity and escapism at the moment), but first I want to end my week of posts about the Coronavirus crisis by rounding up a few ways to help others, and a few places where you can get help if you're struggling yourself . . .

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25 ideas for making the most of leisure time at home

March 18, 2020

25 ideas for making the most of your leisure time at home | These Four Walls blog

Millions of us around the world are now facing weeks and perhaps even months stuck at home as various restrictions come into force. It's a daunting prospect - even for those like me who generally enjoy relaxing around the house - but the rules are there to protect the most vulnerable in society, so we all need to hunker down . . .

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My top tips for working from home

March 16, 2020

My top tips for working from home | These Four Walls blog

What strange and unsettling times we find ourselves in. As people all over the world grapple with the impact of the current situation, many are finding themselves working from home for the first time - and it's one of the few areas where I feel I can offer any useful advice, having done it for almost three years now. When I left my job to go freelance back in August 2017, I naively thought that . . .

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A small urban garden makeover on a budget | Mood board & plans

March 12, 2020

A small urban garden makeover on a budget - mood board and plans | These Four Walls blog

The long, drawn-out process of renovating our house (five years and counting!) continues, and after finishing the living room, dining room, hallway and kitchen, the next area in line for a makeover is the garden. And oh my, does it need it! . . .

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New finds | March 2020

March 5, 2020

Brass options for Nuura's 'Miira' collection | New finds for March 2020 | These Four Walls blog

The start of a new month means it's time for my regular round-up of minimalist design finds. I've already covered a lot of the spring-summer 2020 interiors collections, as well as my top picks from this year's Stockholm Furniture Fair, but there have been plenty of other interesting product launches in recent weeks. Here are a few that have caught my eye... . . .

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Home tour | A minimalist self-build in southern Sweden

March 3, 2020

Home tour | A minimalist self-build in southern Sweden | These Four Walls blog

There's a common assumption that minimalist design isn't compatible with busy family life, but the stunning Swedish home of Johanna Haglund is proof that it can be. Johanna is the founder of Design Of, which makes understated, versatile and long-lasting furniture from solid steel, and she and her husband designed and built the house themselves . . .

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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.

‘Top 10 UK interior design blogs’ 2025, 2024, 2023 & 2022, Vuelio

‘Best Interior Design Blog’, uFurnish Home Awards 2024

Winner of the ‘Blogger’ category in the Sweetpea & Willow Home Influencer Awards 2023

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

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I'm so excited to reveal what @tiffanygrantriley a I'm so excited to reveal what @tiffanygrantriley and I have been working on for the past few months: a new book! 

Called Bring The Outside In, it explores how to harness the wellbeing-enhancing power of biophilic design (design that reconnects you with nature) in your own home. It's packed with clear, practical advice, plus peeks inside 12 beautiful real-life homes that demonstrate biophilic design in action in a wide range of settings, from city apartments to rural farmhouses. 

I feel incredibly proud to have written one book, let alone two, and this one was extra-special for two reasons. Firstly, it's a topic that I've long been fascinated by and one that combines two of my passions, interior design and nature. And secondly, I was lucky enough to work on it with a friend. We had so much fun travelling around Europe capturing the homes featured (some very brief glimpses to whet your appetite here!) and we'll share some behind-the-scenes snippets soon.

Bring The Outside In will be published by @rylandpetersandsmall on 14th October and is available to pre-order now - just follow the link in my bio. 

(The book cover image is the beautiful home of @balanceinteriordesign.)

#interiordesigninspiration #interiordesignbooks #biophilicdesign #interiorsinspo #interiorsinspiration #biophilichomes #biophilichomeinteriordesign
Snaps from a lovely long weekend in leafy Richmond Snaps from a lovely long weekend in leafy Richmond, West London. I've spent many happy times there over the years as one of my closest friends lives there, but she's about to move house. So, Chris and I made the most of our last visit before she relocates - and the weather was certainly kind to us! 

1 & 2.  Richmond riverside and bridge
3 & 4.  Old Palace Yard
5-7.  A boat trip down the Thames with @thamesriverboats 
8-14.  Plants, flowers and the most amazing afternoon tea at @petershamnurseries (an early birthday celebration for @small_round_things)
15.  Petersham Meadows
16 & 17. The view from Richmond Hill
18.  Plane-spotting
19.  How the other half live / fantasy house-shopping

#visitlondon #richmondlondon #visitengland #postcardplaces #londonsummer #letsgosomewhere #darlingescape #theprettycities #bitsofbuildings #littlestoriesofmylife #thisprettyengland #simplemoments
Some photos of the gorgeous @a.__gallery, which I Some photos of the gorgeous @a.__gallery, which I visited on a recent trip to the Netherlands. Isn't it beautiful? Calm, textural and layered, with handmade pieces by an array of independent artists and artisans. 

I've also interviewed Holly, founder of the gallery and interior design studio @avenue.design.studio, on my blog. I've always admired the elegant, timeless spaces she creates, and the way she reflects the architectural context of each setting. I first met her in person last year, when I featured her own home in my book, and I've since worked with her on another exciting project that I can't wait to share soon...

#minimalistinterior #softminimalisminterior #softminimalstyle #neutraldecor #neutralinterior #interiorinspirations #dutchinteriors #simpleinterior #texturalinteriors
A few snaps from the gorgeous @gubiofficial showro A few snaps from the gorgeous @gubiofficial showroom in London, which I visited during @clerkenwelldesignweek earlier this week. I missed the opening event for this last year, so it was great to finally have a look around in person. The light is stunning, as is GUBI's selection of contemporary and classic designs - including the sculptural and futuristic F300 lounge  chair, first designed by Pierre Paulin in the 1960s and recently relaunched. 

Which room or corner is your favourite...?

#minimalistinterior #danishdesign #scandiinterior #scandiinspo #nordicminimalism #scandinaviandecor #softminimalism #interiorsinspo #interiorsinspiration

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