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The spring-summer 2019 collection from Menu

January 18, 2019

The spring-summer 2019 collection from Menu | These Four Walls blog

I'm ending the week with a look at the new-season collection from another of my favourite Danish interior-design brands: Menu. As always, it's packed with elegant, minimalist pieces that are the perfect balance of form and function, and as always I'm already dreaming about adding a few of them to my own home! . . .

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Earthy new-season inspiration from Ferm Living

January 16, 2019

New-season inspiration from Ferm Living | These Four Walls blog

It's that time of year when homeware brands start releasing details of their new-season collections, and I'll be sharing a peek at some of my favourites over the coming weeks. I'm starting with one that I always look forward to seeing: Ferm Living's. Ferm's spring-summer 2019 range is packed with beautiful pieces, but that's not the only reason it appeals: I also love the way it's been . . .

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A slow, sustainable approach to decorating your home

January 14, 2019

A slow, sustainable approach to decorating your home | These Four Walls blog

If you follow me on Instagram, you might have seen that I recently shared a Story template put together by Allan of Bungalow 5, asking people to pledge to make more eco-conscious design decisions in 2019. It's something I've been thinking about a lot recently - not only because I want to reduce my own impact on the planet, but also because I'm always advocating a more mindful approach to . . .

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New-year inspiration from H&M Home

January 11, 2019

New-year inspiration from H&M Home | These Four Walls blog

As soon as Christmas is over and the decorations are packed away, I always find myself searching for ways to freshen up my home for the new year. These images of the latest collection from H&M Home provide plenty of inspiration and show just how easy it is to breathe new life into interiors with a few carefully chosen accessories. They were taken at beautiful Lisbon hotel Santa Clara 1728 - . . .

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A winter break in the Yorkshire Dales

January 9, 2019

A winter break in the Yorkshire Dales | These Four Walls blog

[Advertising - this post covers a free press stay, though all words and opinions are my own] I've always had a soft spot for the Yorkshire Dales. It's where my late maternal grandmother was born, and she and my grandfather kept a holiday home up there for years. I have very fond memories of magical summers there as a child, paddling in rivers with my brothers, exploring hills and . . .

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10 independent magazines to inspire your travels in 2019

January 7, 2019

10 independent magazines to inspire your travels in 2019 | These Four Walls blog

Hello and happy new year! I hope you had a wonderful Christmas break? Mine was just what I needed it to be - simple and laid-back - and I'm starting 2019 feeling refreshed, reenergised and raring to go. I recently did a little survey on Instagram about what people would like to see on the blog over the coming year, and a recurring request was more travel content. I already have a few trips on . . .

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Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

December 20, 2018

Just a short post today to wish a very merry Christmas to everyone who celebrates it, and a happy New Year to you all! I also want to say a big thank you for reading These Four Walls over the past twelve months, and for your support and encouragement both here and on social media - every page visit, comment and follow really does mean a lot. And I'd like to ask a little favour: I was over the . . .

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New finds | December 2018

December 19, 2018

'Lair' - new furniture collection from An Interior Affair | These Four Walls blog

In between all things Christmas-related I want to squeeze in one last round-up of new finds for 2018, as there's been a swathe of interesting product launches and other bits and bobs recently. So, settle back and feast your eyes on the things that have grabbed my attention over the last few weeks... . . .

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Minimalist Christmas table styling with fir, candles & pine cones

December 12, 2018

Minimalist Christmas table styling with fir, candles & pine cones | These Four Walls blog

Now that our dining-room makeover is complete, I’m looking forward to styling the table for festive feasts - especially as we’re hosting Christmas this year. (Have I mentioned that before....? As you might have guessed, I’m a little excited!). Creating a beautiful table is always something I enjoy, and it needn’t be time-consuming or expensive - in fact all you need is a bit of seasonal foliage . . .

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Easy Christmas styling with paper decorations

December 7, 2018

Easy Christmas styling with paper decorations | These Four Walls blog

Today I want to share a simple but striking festive arrangement using a foraged branch and paper decorations - ideal if you need a bit of last-minute Christmas inspiration, or you don't have much spare time to spend decking the halls. It was inspired by arrangements created by fellow bloggers Elisabeth Heier and Carla Sofie Molge, and it was incredibly easy to do - I just chopped a nicely . . .

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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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