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Limited-edition prints from Alexandra Dao

February 1, 2016

Limited-edition prints from Alexandra Dao | These Four Walls blog

I’m lucky enough to meet some truly inspiring creatives through this blog, and the subject of this post, Alexandra Dao, is no exception. Picture editor turned photographer Alexandra is based in London and creates beautiful limited-edition prints. She focuses on capturing the changing light – the way it dances on water or illuminates a petal – and many of her images use flowers as a subject. . . .

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Room Envy | A lounge in spring-like shades

January 29, 2016

Room Envy | A lounge in spring-like shades | These Four Walls blog

I know, I know – this photo seems a bit of a strange choice for this month's ‘Room Envy’ post, as you can’t actually see that much of the space in question. But the beautiful combination of soft, spring-like colours is the perfect antidote to a drizzly winter's day, and I couldn't resist sharing it. The room was styled to show off some of the furniture and accessories available from Danish . . .

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Urban Jungle Bloggers | Kitchen greens

January 27, 2016

Urban Jungle Bloggers | Kitchen greens | These Four Walls blog

I'm a bit late with my first Urban Jungle Bloggers post of 2016 as I've been waiting for enough light to take the photos. The challenge set by hosts Igor and Judith this month was to show off our 'kitchen greens' and, although I instantly loved the topic, our kitchen happens to be the darkest room in our house! As a result these aren't my best-ever images, but I still wanted to share them as I . . .

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Home tour | A Berlin apartment filled with contrasts

January 25, 2016

Home tour | A Berlin apartment full of contrasts | These Four Walls blog

What I love most about this 19th-century Berlin apartment, decorated by interior designer Annabell Kutucu and creative director Michael Schickinger (the duo behind the much-blogged-about San Giorgio Hotel on Mykonos), are the many contrasts it contains. Firstly, there’s a striking constrast between the wall colours used in the various rooms. Some, like the lounge and kitchen, are painted . . .

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Recipe | Roasted roots with wild rice, griddled halloumi & tahini dressing

January 22, 2016

Roasted roots with wild rice, griddled halloumi & tahini dressing | Recipe from Kym Grimshaw of On the Plate | These Four Walls blog

I’m very excited to launch a brand-new series in collaboration with fellow Bristol-dweller Kym Grimshaw, whose beautiful blog, On the Plate, is one of my favourite sources of food inspiration. I've been keen to incorporate some food content into These Four Walls for a while now, and Kym was the obvious person to ask. She has a passion for cooking and creates deliciously inventive dishes that . . .

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Top Tips for Marrakech

January 20, 2016

Top Tips for Marrakech | These Four Walls blog

I’m embracing the cold weather at the moment – I love waking up to crisp skies, icy breath and pavements that sparkle with frost, and of course I’m beginning to get very excited about my upcoming trip to Iceland. But while I plan for snow, I know others are craving a bit of sunshine. So, I thought I’d share some tips for exploring one of my favourite destinations for winter warmth: the bustling, . . .

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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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