[Advertisement - this post is based on a press trip, but all words and opinions are my own] After a very relaxing stay in south-east Skåne, Emma and I packed our bags and set off on the two-hour drive across country to the region's north-west corner. We could have done the journey in less time if we'd stuck to the motorways but we chose to take a slower, more scenic route . . .
Home tour | A Scandinavian-inspired rental in Idaho
For today's home tour, I'm heading across the Atlantic to the US state of Idaho and the beautiful house of stylist and photographer Willow Maurice. I've been following Willow on Instagram for a couple of years now and I've always been inspired by the airy, minimalist style of her home, which she shares with her husband and four children . . .
Exploring Skåne | The south-east coast
[Advertisement - this post is based on a press trip, but all words and opinions are my own] Sweden always tugs at my heart strings. No matter how many times I visit, no matter what time of year I go and no matter whether I head to city, coast or countryside, I always leave wanting more. So, there wasn't a moment's hesitation when Visit Skåne invited my friend Emma and I to spend six days . . .
Styling a summer breakfast table with Iittala
[Advertisement – this is a paid post in collaboration with Iittala, but all words and opinions are my own] For me, weekend breakfasts are something to be savoured – a chance to sit back, relax and ease into the day in a way that’s never possible from Monday to Friday. I always like to dress the table to make them feel that little bit more special, whether it’s just Chris and me or we have . . .
The Audo – a new hybrid space from Menu
I have another highlight from 3 Days of Design to share with you today, and it's a place that definitely merits a dedicated post of its own. Called The Audo and unveiled to the public during the event, it's the new HQ of Danish design brand Menu. But it's also so much more than that - in fact, it's an office, a showroom, a boutique hotel, a concept store, a café and a co-working space all rolled . . .
Highlights from 3 Days of Design 2019 | Part 2
For the second part of my round-up from 3 Days of Design (you can see the first here), I'm focusing on three collaborations which draw on influences from Scandinavia and Japan. The two cultures' shared emphasis on simplicity, nature and traditional crafts mean it's a natural pairing, and the last few years have seen all sorts of projects involving designers and inspiration from both. All of the . . .
Highlights from 3 Days of Design 2019 | Part 1
As I mentioned earlier this week, I recently headed over to Copenhagen for 3 Days of Design - the Danish capital's annual design festival, which encompasses contributions from more than 150 Scandinavian brands, artisans and artists. I'd wanted to go for years but had always been nervous about the cost (press-trip invitations are rare, and hotels during this kind of event aren't exactly cheap). . . .
Home tour | A sophisticated blend of old and new in Sweden
Happy Monday everyone! And apologies for the lack of posts over the last week or so - I've been in Copenhagen for its annual 3 Days of Design festival, before travelling straight on to Sweden for a press trip. More on all that to follow soon, but in the meantime I have another inspiring home to share with you. Located in Gothenburg, this wonderful apartment caught my eye because of the way it . . .
Profile | Relaunched Norwegian design classics from Eikund
When you think of mid-century Scandinavian design, you probably picture iconic creations by the likes of Arne Jacobsen, Alvar Aalto and Carl Hansen. But how many of the pieces that spring to mind are Norwegian? I'm guessing very few, and possibly none at all. Although Norway has a rich design heritage, many of its contributions have faded from public consciousness, and there's no denying that . . .
A guest bedroom wall-art update with NØRDIK
[Advertisement - this is a paid collaboration with NØRDIK, but all words and opinions are my own] I'm very aware that I have quite a few readers in North America who love Nordic design as much as I do, but who often struggle to find brands that will deliver across the Atlantic. So, today I want to introduce you to US-based Scandinavian lifestyle store NØRDIK (don't worry, European readers, . . .
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