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Minimalist ceramics from Melo

June 19, 2017

Minimalist ceramics from Melo | These Four Walls blog

I'm starting the week with a peek at a new collection from Sweden-based Melo, whose handcrafted, minimalist designs always catch my eye. Known as 'Sand', their latest project is a series of limited-edition ceramics, which joins Melo's existing furniture range and print collaboration from this month. Designed by photographer and Melo co-founder Sara Medina Lind, the collection encompasses 5 . . .

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New furniture & homeware finds | June 2017

June 14, 2017

New finds for June 2017 | These Four Walls blog

It's time for another round-up of the latest design news and homeware collections to reach my radar. So, without further ado, here are my favourite finds for June... . . .

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Moody bathroom inspiration from Menu

June 12, 2017

Moody bathroom inspiration from Menu | These Four Walls blog

We're just starting to think about redesigning our bathroom, which hasn't had any attention since we bought our house a couple of years ago. As a result, I've spent a lot of this past weekend scouring the web for inspiration, and I couldn't resist sharing some beautiful new images from Menu which I came across in the process. Created to showcase items from Menu's collection, the photos were . . .

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Six ideas for kitchen cabinet fronts

June 2, 2017

Six ideas for kitchen cabinet fronts | These Four Walls blog

My love of white and grey interiors means our kitchen cabinets are... well, white and grey. But there are plenty of alternatives for those who want something a little more eye-catching without overpowering a minimalist scheme. Following on from the six ideas for kitchen splashbacks that I posted a few months ago, here are six options for kitchen cupboards with a difference... . . .

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Chapel House Penzance | Cornwall

May 30, 2017

Chapel House Penzance, Cornwall | These Four Walls blog

As I may have already mentioned a couple of times, Chris and I recently got married and then headed off for a quick minimoon in the pretty Cornish village of Mousehole. I’ll put together some tips for exploring this beautiful corner of Cornwall soon, but first I want to share a peek at Chapel House Penzance, a stylish six-bedroom B&B where we spent the first night of our break before checking . . .

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Recipe | Spring orzotto

May 26, 2017

Recipe - spring orzotto | These Four Walls blog

When the latest recipe from Kym Grimshaw of Bristol-based food blog On The Plate popped into my inbox, I was instantly intrigued. I'd never heard of orzotto before, but I'm a big fan of both risotto and orzo pasta, so this fusion of the two is right up my street. After a little research, I discovered that Italian orzotto is traditionally made from pearl barley, but orzo - small pasta shaped . . .

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Home tour | A loft-like Helsinki apartment

May 23, 2017

Home tour - a loft-like Helsinki apartment | These Four Walls blog

I’ve just got back from a wonderful week away – our wedding in Devon, followed by a quick mini-moon in Cornwall. More on that to follow, but in the meantime what better way to get back into the blogging groove than a tour around a gorgeous Nordic home? Located in the hip Kallio district of Helsinki, this small but striking apartment was created by interior designer Laura Seppänen for Finnish . . .

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My home featured on Amara

May 4, 2017

My home featured on Amara | These Four Walls blog

[This is a paid partnership with Amara, but all words and opinions are my own] I'm a big fan of online retailer Amara, which stocks a wonderful selection of furniture and home accessories from some of the world's leading designers. So, I was very excited to learn that they're launching a sparkling new section packed with home inspiration - and even more excited when they asked if I'd like . . .

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Home tour | A glamorous Gothenburg apartment

May 2, 2017

Home tour - a glamorous Gothenburg apartment | These Four Walls blog

I’m taking you back to ever-reliable Sweden for my latest home tour, and to a sophisticated Gothenburg apartment that blends classic Scandinavian minimalism with a dash of glamour. Throughout, the owners of this beautiful pad have paired sleek white walls and breezy linens with gleaming metallic accents, plush velvet upholstery, cut-glass crystal vases and sumptuous rugs. It all works perfectly . . .

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Recipe | Wild garlic frittata

April 28, 2017

Recipe - wild garlic frittata | These Four Walls blog

There are swathes of wild garlic all over the place at the moment, and it's one of my favourite seasonal ingredients. It used to line the country lanes around my parents' house in Derbyshire, and the heady, garlicky scent always takes me straight back to childhood springs. Even though wild garlic smells incredibly pungent, it has a much more delicate flavour than the conventional stuff, and you . . .

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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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