One of the things I enjoy most about Copenhagen's annual '3 Days of Design' is the chance to peek inside spaces that aren't normally accessible to the public. There are open showrooms, innovative installations and exhibitions in unusual places, but my favourites are always the real-life homes. And my first highlight from this year's festival is an example of just that . . .
A stay at Hotel Sct Thomas in Copenhagen
[Advertisement - this post is based on a press stay, but all words and opinions are my own] I spent last week in Denmark enjoying 3 Days of Design - Copenhagen's annual design festival, which sees hundreds of open showrooms, exhibitions, talks and workshops taking place around the city. It's one of my favourite events of the year, and I always come back brimming with ideas and inspiration. . . .
Six ways to use cool metallics in your home
Cool-toned metals such as stainless steel, chrome, nickel and aluminium are definitely having a moment. Now I'm not one to follow trends, and I firmly believe in investing in homeware that will stand the test of time - but despite their current popularity, I think cool metallics fit into that category. In fact they've been a favourite of designers for decades . . .
20 of the best timeless wooden dining chairs
When it comes to creating a beautiful dining area, many people assume the table is the most important element. But in my experience it's actually the chairs which make or break the scheme. They're normally the most eye-catching feature, and of course their level of comfort has a huge impact on whether the space is enjoyable to use . . .
GUBI’s new London showroom
Today I'm focusing on Danish design brand GUBI, which has just opened its first dedicated UK showroom in the heart of London. Sadly I couldn't make the launch event last week in person, but it's providing lots of design inspiration from afar and I couldn't resist sharing some of the press images . . .
Home tour | A minimalist makeover of a historical Rome apartment
It's been a while since I last published a home tour, but I have some beautiful real-life places to share with you over the coming months - and to kick things off, we're heading to Rome. This stunning apartment sits in a 19th-century building just a few steps from the Colosseum and has been transformed by Milan-based architecture studio Opus Atelier . . .
The power of textural contrasts with Carl Hansen & Søn’s ‘PK1’ chair in paper cord
[Advertisement – this is a paid partnership with Carl Hansen & Søn, but all words and opinions are my own] For me, the way a space feels is just as important as the way it looks. And one of the key factors in creating a cosy, welcoming and beautiful home is texture - specifically, elements of textural contrast . . .
New design finds | May 2024
As promised, it's time for my regular round-up of minimalist design finds and interesting product launches, back after an impromptu break. Reaching my radar this month are revived Scandinavian classics, a beautiful and very versatile modular sofa series, gorgeous new paint collections, and a just-launched New Zealand furniture brand with a stunning mix of form and function . . .
Minimalist furniture from Dinesen & John Pawson
Happy 1st May! I'll be publishing my normal start-of-the-month round-up of design news later this week, but first I want to share details of an exciting launch that merits a post of its very own: a collection of timeless, minimalist furniture from Danish flooring and wood specialist Dinesen and renowned British architect John Pawson . . .
New minimalist outdoor furniture launches for 2024
Several of my favourite brands have unveiled new garden furniture ranges for 2024, and there's plenty to appeal to fans of timeless, minimalist design. With summer on the horizon and the weather finally beginning to show signs of warming up, I thought it was time I shared a look at the launches that have caught my eye. There are modular outdoor sofa systems, versatile dining sets . . .
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