I love homes with calming, clutter-free design. And I love homes that are filled with lovingly restored period features. Occasionally, I come across a home that balances both, and my heart always starts to beat a little faster. This stunning apartment is one such example. Located in Lisbon, it belongs to Marikken Navarsete . . .
Improving home air quality with the Tag Ultrasonic humidifier from Duux
[Advertisement – this is a paid partnership with Duux, but all words and opinions are my own] Living in a Victorian house with a ground-floor damp issue (one of the many items on the ever-growing list of things to be fixed!), I’ve always assumed that the air I breathe on a daily basis is fairly humid. But after waking up regularly with a sore throat and itchy eyes, it began to dawn on me . . .
The ‘Frame’ collection from Kristina Dam Studio
Normally the first week of February would see me heading off to Sweden for the Stockholm Furniture Fair - one of the biggest trade shows in the design calendar. That's been postponed until September due to current circumstances, but the launch of various new-season collections means there's still plenty of interiors inspiration to soak up. As usual I'll be sharing some of my favourites, and I'm . . .
The RF200 table lamp – versatile design for spaces large & small
[Advertisement - this is a paid partnership with Carl Hansen & Søn] For the next instalment in my ongoing partnership with Carl Hansen & Søn, I'm focusing on the latest addition to its growing range of timeless and beautiful lighting: the RF200 table lamp. Launched just before Christmas and also known as the 'Petal', the lamp takes its inspiration from trees, with a chunky . . .
Runo – a new Finnish hotel from interior designer Joanna Laajisto
I'm starting the week with a bit of interiors and travel inspiration courtesy of Runo - a new boutique hotel designed by Helsinki-based Joanna Laajisto. It recently opened its doors in the southern Finnish city of Porvoo, and it's a wonderful example of how historic spaces can be transformed without losing their soul or sense of place. Porvoo is known for its colourful wooden cottages and the . . .
Merry Christmas!
After a rollercoaster year, today is my last working day of 2021. But before I put on my out of office and take a couple of weeks off, I want to share a peek at my final Christmas decorations - the tree, which I've dressed in grey, white, silver and earthy brown to match the decor of the living room, and my homemade wreath . . .
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