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Top tips for a city break in Porto

June 23, 2023

My recent road trip through Portugal with a friend ended with a fabulous 48 hours in Porto. This was actually my third time in the country's beautiful, beguiling second city (I've also been there for work and with my husband), so I've decided to combine tips from all my visits into one comprehensive, updated Porto travel guide . . .

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Highlights of 3 Days of Design 2023 | Audo Copenhagen

June 20, 2023

I have more from my visit to 3 Days of Design for you today: the debut of Audo Copenhagen, which was born out of the recent merger of existing brands Menu and by Lassen. A new name in Danish design, Audo Copenhagen brings together Menu's range of furniture, lighting and accessories with by Lassen's stable of Scandinavian classics. It's housed at the former's HQ, hotel, cafe and concept store . . .

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Highlights of 3 Days of Design 2023 | The &Tradition showroom

June 14, 2023

If you follow me on Instagram, you'll have seen that I spent last week in Copenhagen enjoying 3 Days of Design - an annual festival that sees showrooms and studios across the Danish capital open their doors to the public for exhibitions, talks, workshops and tours. It's always a fun (if exhausting) few days, and I generally come back brimming with ideas and inspiration. I'll be sharing some of my . . .

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A 10-day road trip through Portugal

June 4, 2023

Every year my friend Becky and I head off on a travel adventure together, and over the past two decades we've been all over the world - from far-flung places such as Argentina and Brazil to closer-to-home destinations like Northumberland and Antwerp. This time around, we decided to explore a country that has become a favourite for both of us, embarking on a 10-day road trip almost all the way . . .

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Profile | Cassandra Ellis of Atelier Ellis

May 30, 2023

I've admired natural paint company Atelier Ellis ever since it started life back in 2018. Not only are its emulsions handmade and virtually VOC-free, they're also beautifully evocative with poetic names that speak of founder Cassandra Ellis' unique approach to colour. Her aim of helping people to 'create the perfect backdrop for the way they wish to live' has always resonated with me . . .

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Reconnecting with nature in a minimalist treehouse at Rewild Things, Gloucestershire

May 14, 2023

[Advertisement - this post is based on a press stay, but all words and opinions are my own] Sometimes, I'm lucky enough to stay at places that weave their way into my soul. Rewild Things is one of them. A cluster of newly built treehouses near the banks of the River Severn in Gloucestershire, South West England, it forms part of Elmore Court . . .

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

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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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