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New Finds | March 2018

March 5, 2018

New finds for March 2018 | These Four Walls blog

Well, February seemed to whizz past in the blink of an eye! For me, it began and ended with snow – firstly in Sweden, where I was attending the Stockholm Furniture Fair and Stockholm Design Week (read more about that here), and then back home in Bristol, where we had a full-on blizzard that brought everything to a standstill. But it's a new month and a new season, and there's already a hint of . . .

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Home tour | A sleek & stylish family house in Melbourne

February 26, 2018

Home tour - a sleek & stylish family house in Melbourne | These Four Walls blog

For my latest home tour I’m taking you over to Australia for a peek at a century-old Melbourne house that’s been rejigged for modern living – the first project from the new CJH Studio, which was founded by interior designer and architect Cassie James-Herrick. This light and airy 1900s villa is home to a young family, so the design needed to be practical as well as stylish. The first step was to . . .

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New designs inspired by Copenhagen’s iconic Royal Hotel

February 21, 2018

New designs inspired by Copenhagen's iconic Royal Hotel | These Four Walls blog

Rarely does a single building have as much influence on the future of design as Copenhagen’s iconic Radisson Blu Royal Hotel – a place which has fascinated me ever since I first visited the city on a school exchange at the age of 14 and saw it towering above Central Station. And it's still inspiring new creations today. Opened in 1960 and originally known as the SAS Royal Hotel, it was the work . . .

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My top picks from the Stockholm Furniture Fair | Part 2

February 20, 2018

My top picks from the Stockholm Furniture Fair - part 2 | These Four Walls blog

I’ve already shared a peek at three new companies which launched at the Stockholm Furniture Fair, so for the second part of my round-up I’m taking a look at my favourite new products from existing brands, together with a few trends that caught my eye. There’s a lot to cover, so get comfortable and settle in for a big dose of Scandinavian design inspiration… . . .

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Five stylish places to stay in Stockholm

February 17, 2018

Five stylish places to stay in Stockholm | These Four Walls blog

I thought it was time I put together another round-up of stylish places to stay in one of my favourite destinations and, as I currently have all things Stockholm on the brain, the Swedish capital seemed like the obvious choice… . . .

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My top picks from the Stockholm Furniture Fair | Part 1

February 14, 2018

My top picks from the Stockholm Furniture Fair - part 1 | These Four Walls blog

As you might expect, I’ve come back from my trip to Stockholm buzzing with ideas and inspiration. Not only did I get to see some fantastic installations as part of the city-wide Design Week (check out my personal highlight here), I also had chance to browse the 700+ stands at the Stockholm Furniture Fair. It’s the biggest showcase of Scandinavian design in the world, and as well as seeing the . . .

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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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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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