I've already shared a guide to visiting La Rioja - the second stage of my recent 12-day road trip around northern Spain with my friend Becky - but I loved one of the two Rioja hotels that we stayed at so much that I couldn't resist giving it a post of its own. It's called Casa Grande Hotel, and it's perfect for anyone who likes great design, great food and great hospitality . . .
A guide to visiting La Rioja, Spain
Today I'm sharing the second leg of my recent 12-day road trip around northern Spain with my friend Becky: the beautiful province of La Rioja, just over an hour's drive south of our starting point Bilbao on the other side of the Sierra Cantabria mountain range. La Rioja is world-famous for its high-quality wines and contains three separate wine-making regions . . .
A stay at Koto at The Point – minimalist eco cabins in Cornwall
[Advertisement - this post is based on a press stay, but all words and opinions are my own.] Chris and I always love visiting Cornwall. The craggy coves and beaches, the fields and moors, the pretty harbour towns, the distinct cultural traditions combined with a thriving contemporary arts scene... It's unlike anywhere else in the UK, and it draws us back time and time again . . .
The best scented candles for autumn – updated for 2024
Now that the equinox has been and gone, it's time for my updated round-up of the best scented candles for autumn. I have a year-round obsession with candles, but there's something particularly special about lighting them as the days grow shorter and the nights longer - in fact I tend to have one or another flickering away from the moment I wake up until I head back to bed again. Not only does it . . .
My interiors book, the Soft Minimalist Home – published today!
Today is a big deal for me because it's publication day for my first book, The Soft Minimalist Home - Calm, Cosy Decor for Real Lives and Spaces. It's a dream come true - a moment that's exciting, nerve-wracking and surreal all at the same time. I've always wanted to write a book, and specifically this book . . .
10 things to see & do in Bilbao, Spain
I've just got back from my annual holiday with my friend Becky and this year we embarked on a fantastic 12-day road trip around northern Spain. Our journey took us down through the Basque Country to the wine region of La Rioja, before we headed back northwards through the little-known province of Navarra and the elegant coastal hub of San Sebastián . . .
New design finds | September 2024
After a bit of a summer slowdown and a much-needed holiday in northern Spain, I'm back on the case with blogging - and I have plenty of interesting posts in the works, starting with a round-up of the latest design finds and product launches to catch my eye. There's plenty to inspire, from sustainable twists on Nordic classics to new rugs, minimalist furniture and even super-stylish kitchen . . .
How to pack lightly & travel with carry-on luggage only
We all have our talents, and one of mine is packing lightly. I've got it down to a fine art, and people are always amazed when I head off for a fortnight or more with only a small wheelie case in tow. This weekend I'll be embarking on a 12-day road trip around northern Spain, and as usual I'll be travelling with cabin luggage only. It's years since I last checked anything into the hold . . .
16 of the best plinths & pedestals for minimalist interiors – plus how to style them in your home
I often find myself using plinths and pedestals in my client designs and styling work. They may sound rather grand - the kind of thing you'd find in a museum rather than a home - but they're incredibly useful. They're ideal for showcasing ceramics, plants and vases of flowers, drawing attention to something that might otherwise get lost within the wider space, and they can double as side tables . . .
Home tour | A minimalist townhouse in Mexico
Today we're heading to the historic city of San Miguel de Allende in Mexico's central highlands to explore a house that's highly modern and minimalist yet imbued with a clear sense of place. Intriguingly called Sin Nombre ('Nameless'), it's owned by Italian-American duo Giulia Zink and Matt Trumbull, whose creative practice OHLA Studio works with local artisans to combine age-old craft traditions . . .
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