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A lazy lunch at The Ethicurean

May 8, 2015

A lazy lunch at The Ethicurean | These Four Walls blog

Last Sunday we finally visited somewhere that’s been hovering at the top of our must-do list for ages: The Ethicurean, a seasonal and sustainable restaurant located a few miles south of Bristol in the rolling foothills of the Mendips. Set in an Edwardian glasshouse within the walls of the Barley Wood Kitchen Garden, it’s run by hunter and mixologist Jack Adair-Bevan, Mexican-born Paûla Zarate . . .

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Urban Jungle Bloggers | A green gift

April 30, 2015

Urban Jungle Bloggers | A green gift | These Four Walls blog

This month’s Urban Jungle Bloggers challenge was to create a ‘green gift’ – a plant-themed present for a birthday, dinner, wedding or house-warming. I can’t think of a better gift than a plant – living, long-lasting and ever-growing. When Chris and I moved into our current property we were given potted roses and herbs by several friends, and I love looking at them every day, knowing they will . . .

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Rosa Et Al Townhouse | Porto

April 28, 2015

I was very excited about staying at Rosa Et Al Townhouse [AD - affiliate link], the second of the hotels in Porto which Chris and I were reviewing forms day job (you can read more about our time in the city here and here). It’s set in the trendiest part of town, just off the café- and gallery-lined Rua de Miguel Bombarda, and I had a feeling we were going to love it. And we did. Hidden behind a . . .

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1872 River House | Porto

April 22, 2015

Last week I posted a few photos from our recent break in the buzzing, beguiling and beautifully shabby city of Porto. Now I want to show you around the hotels we visited, starting with 1872 River House [AD - affiliate link] – a lovely little bolthole that I was reviewing for my day job.  This tall, skinny mansion in salmon pink sits right on the riverbank in Ribeira (the Unesco-listed old . . .

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Instagram Inspiration | Me and Orla

April 17, 2015

Instagram inspiration - Me and Orla | These Four Walls blog

I hope you enjoyed the first post in my new monthly series introducing some of my favourite Instagrammers – Emma Harris of @aquietstyle really does produce the most stunning still-life images. Next up is Sara Tasker (aka @me_and_orla), whose beautiful blog Me and Orla is an honest, insightful and often witty account of life in a small Yorkshire village. If anyone’s feed is going to make me want . . .

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Scandinavian dining room inspiration

April 10, 2015

Scandinavian dining room inspiration | These Four Walls blog

As you might have gathered from recent posts, my boyfriend and I are in the process of decorating the house we bought last year – an all-white affair that’s in need of some personality. We’ve already made a start on the lounge and third bedroom (the big reveals to follow soon!), and next up is the dining room. We’ve been trawling the web for ideas over the past few days, so I wanted to share a few . . .

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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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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
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

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