[Advertisement - this post features a PR product and press event, but all words and opinions are my own] How do you reinterpret a Scandinavian classic without losing any of its original character? That was the dilemma faced by London-based designer Ilse Crawford when she was tasked by Carl Hansen & Søn with developing a new palette of colours for Hans J. Wegner's iconic CH24 'Wishbone' . . .
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Top tips for the Penwith Peninsula, western Cornwall
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 . . .
Briiv – a stylish & sustainable air purifier to tackle indoor pollution in the home
[Advertisement – this is a paid partnership with Briiv, but all words and opinions are my own] Air pollution is something I’m increasingly concerned about. I’ve had asthma since childhood, and in the last year I’ve noticed my symptoms getting worse as traffic returns to normal levels and more and more people buy wood-burners. But it’s not just a problem outdoors – in fact indoor air . . .
Holloways of Ludlow – a new design destination in the heart of Bath
[AD - this post is based on a PR event] The beautiful city of Bath has been developing an increasingly strong interiors and design scene in recent years, with various galleries, studios and boutiques opening their doors. I'm lucky that it's only a short hop by train from my home in neighbouring Bristol, and I often head there for a bit of shopping or to pick up some inspiration. And now . . .
Making the most of simple home pleasures with Secret Linen Store
[Advertisement – this is a paid partnership with Secret Linen Store, but all words and opinions are my own] It often feels as if we’re so conditioned to focus on the future and strive for ‘more’ (more money, more success, more everything) that we totally forget about the present. Add in work deadlines, family pressures and busy calendars, and it’s all too easy to rush through each day . . .
The Edit | Festive cocktails
Cocktails and mocktails always make celebrations feel that little bit more special, don't you think? Maybe it's the fact that we don't have them every day, or perhaps that they take a while to mix up - there are rituals involved in their creation, and the wait only makes us savour them more. Whatever the reasons, with Christmas and New Year approaching I thought I'd dedicate this month's edition . . .
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