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Easy Christmas styling with paper decorations

December 7, 2018

Easy Christmas styling with paper decorations | These Four Walls blog

Today I want to share a simple but striking festive arrangement using a foraged branch and paper decorations - ideal if you need a bit of last-minute Christmas inspiration, or you don't have much spare time to spend decking the halls. It was inspired by arrangements created by fellow bloggers Elisabeth Heier and Carla Sofie Molge, and it was incredibly easy to do - I just chopped a nicely . . .

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12 of the best minimalist metal wreaths

December 1, 2018

12 of the best minimalist wreaths | These Four Walls blog

It's the first day of December, so I reckon it's Officially OK to start putting up the Christmas decorations. As you'll probably know from previous posts, I like to keep things minimalist but festive, and wreaths are some of my favourite things to create. I normally have a large one on the front door that's bursting with wild-looking foliage, plus a few simpler ones dangling from windows, doorways . . .

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How to have a minimalist Christmas

November 26, 2018

How to have a minimalist Christmas | These Four Walls blog

I love Christmas – I always have. I love the sights and sounds, the scent of pine needles and mulled wine, and the chance to spend time with family and friends. And I love that hint of magic which always seems to hang in the air, even when you're an adult. But if I’m honest, the last few years have been a little strange. My family and I have tried so hard to recreate the wonderful Christmasses . . .

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New finds | November 2018

November 9, 2018

A 50th-anniversary edition of Verner Panton's 'Flowerpot' lamp | These Four Walls blog

The start of another month means it's time for my regular round-up of design and lifestyle news. So, read on for a look at the latest product launches to catch my eye, together with details of a few events, magazines and books that might be of interest... . . .

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Simple, Scandinavian-inspired Christmas decorations (+ giveaway!) with Cox & Cox

November 7, 2018

Simple, Scandinavian-inspired Christmas decorations (+ giveaway!) with Cox & Cox | These Four Walls blog

[Advertisement - this is a paid partnership with Cox & Cox, but all words and opinions are my own] I know it’s only November, but there’s a distinct chill in the air and I can’t help getting a little bit excited about the approaching festive season. This year is going to be particularly special as we’ll be hosting Christmas for the first time, and I can’t wait to start decorating the . . .

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Minimalist watches (+ discount!) from Max René

October 15, 2018

Minimalist watches (+ discount!) from Max René | These Four Walls blog

[Advertisement - this is a paid partnership with Max René, but as always all words and opinions are my own] Being the minimalist that I am, I don’t tend to wear much jewellery – just the occasional piece in gold or silver (plus my wedding and engagement rings, of course). But one thing that does always attract me like a magpie is a sleek and stylish watch, and Scandinavia seems to produce . . .

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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.

‘Top 10 UK interior design blogs’ 2025, 2024, 2023 & 2022, Vuelio

‘Best Interior Design Blog’, uFurnish Home Awards 2024

Winner of the ‘Blogger’ category in the Sweetpea & Willow Home Influencer Awards 2023

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

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I'm so excited to reveal what @tiffanygrantriley a I'm so excited to reveal what @tiffanygrantriley and I have been working on for the past few months: a new book! 

Called Bring The Outside In, it explores how to harness the wellbeing-enhancing power of biophilic design (design that reconnects you with nature) in your own home. It's packed with clear, practical advice, plus peeks inside 12 beautiful real-life homes that demonstrate biophilic design in action in a wide range of settings, from city apartments to rural farmhouses. 

I feel incredibly proud to have written one book, let alone two, and this one was extra-special for two reasons. Firstly, it's a topic that I've long been fascinated by and one that combines two of my passions, interior design and nature. And secondly, I was lucky enough to work on it with a friend. We had so much fun travelling around Europe capturing the homes featured (some very brief glimpses to whet your appetite here!) and we'll share some behind-the-scenes snippets soon.

Bring The Outside In will be published by @rylandpetersandsmall on 14th October and is available to pre-order now - just follow the link in my bio. 

(The book cover image is the beautiful home of @balanceinteriordesign.)

#interiordesigninspiration #interiordesignbooks #biophilicdesign #interiorsinspo #interiorsinspiration #biophilichomes #biophilichomeinteriordesign
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

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