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Inside Ferm Living’s new suite at Danish design hotel Villa Copenhagen

March 9, 2023

Design hotel Villa Copenhagen opened in the heart of the Danish capital back in 2020, and I've admired it from afar ever since. Not only is it stunning architecturally (it occupies the neo-Baroque former central post and telegraph building, with a 25m heated outdoor pool on its roof), but it also houses a number of very special suites . . .

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New design finds | March 2023

March 7, 2023

Apologies for the lack of blog posts during February - other projects (and life in general!) ended up taking priority. But it's a new month and I have lots to share with you over the coming weeks, starting with my regular round-up of minimalist design finds and new product launches . . .

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Palazzo Monti – a stunning Italian pop-up hotel from Vipp

February 22, 2023

I'm always excited when Danish design brand Vipp announces a new addition to its ever-expanding portfolio of bookable one-of-a-kind accommodation options, and I've had the pleasure of visiting (though sadly not staying!) at one of them myself. They've just released details of their latest opening, and this time there's a twist . . .

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The Edit | Fika with friends

February 20, 2023

Catching up over coffee and a sweet treat is a pastime that's loved the world over, but the Swedish custom of fika takes it to a whole different level. Used as both a noun and a verb, fika translates as '(to have) a coffee and cake break', but it's about so much more than that. It's a chance to pause, unwind, replenish your energy, and forge deeper connections with friends, family or colleagues . . .

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Home tour | A holistic London space in calming neutrals

February 15, 2023

I've always maintained that good interior design is as much about the way a space makes us feel as the way it looks, and today I want to share a perfect example of somewhere created with wellbeing squarely in mind. Called the 'Home of Holism', this Victorian terrace in North London belongs to interior designer Louisa Grey, whose previous residence I had the pleasure of visiting a few years ago . . .

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New design finds | February 2023

February 9, 2023

Foraged foliage displayed in the 'Terrace' vase - a minimalist, sculptural object from The Design Chaser x Città | New finds - February 2023 | These Four Walls blog

Spring is approaching and many of my favourite brands have started releasing details of their new-season collections, meaning I have plenty of gorgeous pieces to share with you in this month's round-up of minimalist design finds. There are sculptural lamps and accessories, versatile furniture for today's multifunctional homes and a couple of very exciting collaborations. Just read on for details . . .

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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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