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Introducing Domkapa – timeless, versatile furniture from Portugal

October 13, 2023

[Advertisement - this is a paid partnership with Domkapa, but all words and opinions are my own] I'm always on the lookout for timeless, pared-back pieces that are beautiful to look at and practical to use. I've also been fascinated by Portugal's long furniture-making heritage and growing contemporary design scene ever since I started traveling to the country . . .

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‘The House’ – a muted, minimalist retreat from Ask og Eng

October 9, 2023

I've featured a few projects by Norwegian design studio Ask og Eng over the years, and today I'm excited to share a peek inside the beautiful home of its founders, Kine Ask Sternersen and Kristoffer Eng. Currently open to visit and available to rent for overnight stays while the couple temporarily relocate to Mallorca with their children, it's located in Drammen . . .

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New design finds | October 2023

October 5, 2023

After a brief pause while I dived more deeply into some of the new-season interiors collections, my regular round-up of minimalist design finds and product launches is back. This time around, I'm sharing two stunning lighting series, beautiful furniture, and sustainable paint made from a surprising ingredient. Read on for details . . .

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Profile | Lesley Bramwell of Essence + Alchemy

September 18, 2023

If you've been following this blog for any length of time you'll have realised I have a love (bordering on an obsession!) with scented candles. I've always been fascinated by the way they can conjure up a certain mood, moment or place, and every season I put together a round-up of some of my favourites. One name you'll have seen appear time and time again is Essence + Alchemy . . .

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8 ideas for minimalist flower arrangements

September 8, 2023

I love having fresh flowers and foliage around the house - it provides a connection with nature that I find very calming, and it really can elevate even the plainest of corners. And beautiful displays needn't be overcomplicated or expensive. I much prefer something simple but striking, so in this post I've rounded up eight easy ways to create modern, minimalist arrangements . . .

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Autumn-winter 2023 design news | Part 1

September 6, 2023

The start of a new month means I'd normally be bringing you my regular round-up of minimalist design finds. But, as it's September, details of autumn-winter 2023 collections are starting to filter out, so I thought I'd shake things up this time around and share more in-depth looks at some of my favourites, spread over a series of posts . . .

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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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‘Best Design & Architecture Blog’, UK Blog Awards 2019

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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
Back on the grid after more than two weeks. Thanks Back on the grid after more than two weeks. Thanks to everyone who sent messages checking I was OK - I just lost my Instagram mojo and needed a bit of a break. Anyway, here are some phone-camera snippets of life lately...

1.  Guard cat on duty while I work
2.  Evening light hitting the last of the Japanese quince blossom in the garden 
3.  Country drives
4.  Coming across 17th-century graffiti while house-hunting
5 & 6.  A lazy Sunday stroll on Clevedon Pier, on one of those hazy days where the sea and sky seem to merge into one
7.  Keeping drooping spring blooms going for as long as possible 
8 & 9.  Wisteria at @ntbarringtoncourt in Somerset 
10.  Brunch at the always-wonderful @lunitapasteleria 
11.  Enjoying the balmy spring breeze 
12.  Stunning mosaic floors at Chedworth Roman Villa in Gloucestershire 
13.  Bluebell season
14.  My kind of wine
15.  Wild garlic 

#springhassprung #slowsimpleseasonal #cornersofmyworld #lifelately #blossomseverywhere #thisprettyengland #thelocalwayfarer #westcountry #littlestoriesofmylife #poetryofsimplethings #seeingthepretty #tinytinymoments
[AD - PR product] I've always loved marble as a ma [AD - PR product] I've always loved marble as a material, and the beige Kunis Breccia version of the @newworksdk 'Kizu' table lamp caught my eye immediately. I now have this design in three different colourways around the house, and this is definitely my favourite to date! 

#softminimalisthome #softminimalstyle #neutralhomedecor #simplehomestyle #minimalistdecor #simpleinterior #mycosyhome #neutrallivingroom #minimalistlighting #scandiinterior
A few weeks ago I travelled to Drammen in Norway f A few weeks ago I travelled to Drammen in Norway for the big project I'm working on (more on that soon), and while I was there I had a look around @askogeng's workshop. I've been a fan of their sustainable bamboo kitchens and furniture for a long time, so this was a real treat. And the space itself is full of the time-worn textures and beautiful details that always catch my eye.

#texturesandtones #warehousestyle #kitchendesign #scandinavianinteriors #scandinaviandesign #bitsofbuildings #ihavethisthingwithwindows #perfectlyimperfect

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