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A stay in a glass-roofed cabin in Finnish Lapland

September 28, 2022

The Aurora Borealis above a glass-roofed cabin at Northern Lights Village Levi in Finnish Lapland | These Four Walls blog

[Advertisement - this post is based on a press trip] The chance of glimpsing the Northern Lights is one of Finnish Lapland's major draws, and there's something enchanting and utterly captivating about them. Local Sámi legend tells of an Arctic fox dashing through the night sky so fast that its tail sparked against the tops of the fells, creating the Aurora Borealis - indeed the Finnish . . .

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10 reasons to visit Finnish Lapland in autumn

September 18, 2022

10 reasons to visit Finnish Lapland in autumn, from fall foliage and foraging to the Northern Lights | These Four Walls blog

[Advertisement - this post is based on a press trip. All words and opinions are my own] There are some destinations that weave their way into your soul - destinations that speak to you from the moment you arrive, and that you long to return to from the moment you leave. For me, Finnish Lapland is one such place.  I first visited in January 2020, when I journeyed to the . . .

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Top tips for the Penwith Peninsula, western Cornwall

July 20, 2022

Top tips for the Penwith Peninsula, western Cornwall | These Four Walls blog

There’s something magical about Cornwall as a whole, but it’s the Penwith Peninsula – the far western tip of both the county and mainland England – that draws me back again and again. I can’t quite put my finger on why I love this remote, rugged corner of the UK so much . . .

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A look inside the Vipp Loft & Vipp Garage

June 28, 2022

A look inside the Vipp Loft and Vipp Garage - a conceptual hotel and events space with minimalist interiors, industrial style and modern rustic touches from Danish design brand Vipp | These Four Walls blog

Last week I published a round-up of some of my highlights from Copenhagen's 3 Days of Design, and I'll be back with part two in a few days. But before that, I want to share a venue that I loved (and photographed!) so much that it had to have its own dedicated blog post: the HQ of Vipp, located in an old printing workshop in the waterfront neighbourhood of Islands Brygge . . .

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The Edit | A day at the beach

June 24, 2022

The Edit - stylish, timeless buys for a day at the beach | These Four Walls blog

It's time for another instalment of 'The Edit' - my regular series sharing considered buys to help you enjoy simple, relaxed moments at home and beyond. And with summer here, my focus this month is everything you need for a day at the beach. As always, I've focused on timeless, versatile pieces that you can keep and use for years to come . . .

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A weekend aboard Blackbird – a luxurious houseboat rental in North Devon

June 6, 2022

A weekend aboard Blackbird - a stylish houseboat rental with contemporary interiors and a peaceful setting on a North Devon lake | These Four Walls blog

[Advertisement - this post is based on a press stay] More and more, I find myself craving time immersed in nature. There really is nothing like it for lifting my mood, calming my mind and chasing away stress. So, when Chris and I were invited to try out Blackbird, a houseboat rental on a peaceful North Devon lake, we jumped at the chance . . .

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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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