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Home tour | A Swedish new-build dressed in white and beige

July 9, 2018

Home tour - a Swedish new-build dressed in white and beige | These Four Walls blog

For today’s home tour I'm taking you to Uppsala, Sweden, where interior-styling duo Sundling Kickén have decorated a beautiful show apartment in a newly built complex. New-build homes can often look cold and uninviting, but not this one. Dressed in white and beige and warmed by natural textures such as wood, wool and linen, it’s somehow airy and cosy at the same time. There are also black . . .

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12 of the best minimalist round wall mirrors

July 5, 2018

12 of the best minimalist round wall mirrors | These Four Walls blog

Whenever I post an Instagram photo showing my living room, I get lots of messages asking where I bought the round mirror which hangs over the fireplace (shown above). Sadly it's an old IKEA one that's no longer available to buy, so I thought I'd devote my latest 'best of' round-up to showcasing some of the many alternatives on the market. As always I've tried to include options for every . . .

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New finds | July 2018

July 3, 2018

New finds for July 2018 | These Four Walls blog

Happy July everyone! The start of another new month means it's time for my regular round-up of design and lifestyle news, and I have plenty of exciting things to share with you today. So, here are the latest product launches to catch my eye, along with details of a few other interesting bits and bobs... . . .

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Five ideas for easy summer drinks

June 28, 2018

Five ideas for easy summer drinks | These Four Walls blog

Gosh it's hot here in Bristol at the moment! The whole of the UK is basking in blazing sunshine thanks to a summer heatwave, and I've been making the most of it with plenty of alfresco tipples in the garden. I've shared photos of some of my favourite creations on Instagram over the past few weeks, and they've proven so popular that I've decided to put together a blog post with five easy ideas for . . .

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A sleek Belgian B&B in a converted fortress

June 25, 2018

A sleek Belgian B&B in a converted fortress | These Four Walls blog

Today I’m sharing a peek inside a stunning conversion that’s not only a family home, but also a very stylish B&B. Called The Bunkers, it sits on the site of an 18th-cenury fortress on the Belgian-Dutch border and showcases the kind of old-meets-new design that always makes me stop in my tracks. The B&B occupies the fortress’ former barn, which has been beautifully transformed by . . .

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Review + discount | Bedfolk bedding

June 22, 2018

Bedfolk bedding | These Four Walls blog

Few things beat climbing into a bed piled with fresh bedding, but finding the right set can be tricky. The vast array of options on the market is confusing (pre-washed linen, non pre-washed linen, cotton with umpteen different thread counts, even bedding made from bamboo fibres), and most of the time it's impossible to tell whether they've been ethically made. So, when just-launched company . . .

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‘Home of a Collector’ by &tradition

June 20, 2018

'Home of a Collector' by &tradition | These Four Walls blog

I love it when interiors brands create showrooms that look like authentic homes – they're so much more appealing than bland, echoey settings that have nothing in common with the spaces where their designs might end up. I've seen several inspiring examples recently ('The Home' by Ferm Living, Menu's London apartment) and the latest to catch my eye is 'Home of a Collector' by &tradition, which . . .

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Six ways to add personality to a minimalist kitchen

June 18, 2018

Six ways to add personality to a minimalist kitchen | These Four Walls blog

[Advertisement - this is a paid partnership with Sustainable Kitchens, but as always all words and opinions are my own] If you’re reading this blog then, like me, you probably have a penchant for minimalist, understated design. But that doesn’t mean you can’t inject a bit of personality into your home, and kitchens in particular provide plenty of scope for thinking outside the box. To . . .

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Styling a simple summer table with MADE.com

June 15, 2018

Styling a simple summer table with MADE.com | These Four Walls blog

[Advertisement - this is is a paid partnership with MADE.com, but as always all words and opinions are my own] One of the joys of blogging is never quite knowing what exciting projects lie around the corner, and every now and then a totally unexpected opportunity lands in my inbox. One such email arrived a few weeks ago from MADE.com, inviting me to style and co-host a midsummer supper to . . .

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A country escape with Plankbridge Shepherd’s Huts

June 13, 2018

A country escape with Plankbridge Shepherd’s Huts | These Four Walls blog

As much as I love living in a city, I often find myself craving a few days in the countryside, totally immersed in nature. It’s a chance to slow down, breathe more deeply and switch off from the daily grind, and I always come back feeling clear-headed and refreshed. That said, I’ve never particularly enjoyed camping. Airbeds, damp sleeping bags and communal shower blocks? No thanks. But a . . .

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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.

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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
Eight years ago today. Carousel posts didn't exist Eight years ago today. Carousel posts didn't exist then so I'm using our anniversary as an excuse to share some of my favourite wedding photos.

I have so many happy memories from the day, but what I remember the most is all the laughter. And the funniest best men's (Chris had four!) speech I've ever heard. I wish we'd had a videographer just to capture that.

Anyway, thanks @small_round_things for the last eight years - and for the 13 before we actually got around to tying the knot!

Venue: @pyneshouse 
Photography: @taylorandporter

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