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The Home Collection from Ferm Living

August 22, 2017

The Home Collection from Ferm Living | These Four Walls blog

We're getting towards the end of August, which means homeware brands are beginning to release details of their autumn-winter 2017 ranges. I'll be sharing some of my favourites over the next few weeks, starting with the 'Home Collection' from Danish company Ferm Living. Named after Ferm Living's new Copenhagen showroom, 'The Home', which opened its doors last week, the collection combines clean . . .

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Nærvær | Copenhagen

August 7, 2017

Nærvær, Copenhagen | These Four Walls blog

I often share peeks inside beautiful homes and hotels around the world, and I’ve decided it’s time I start throwing a few restaurants into the mix, too – they’re fantastic sources of design inspiration, and it’s always useful to keep an eye on places to visit when travelling. First up is Nærvær, a wine bar and restaurant in Copenhagen which opened its doors in June 2017. Set beside a canal in . . .

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Home tour | A bright coastal house near Copenhagen

August 1, 2017

Home tour - a bright coastal house near Copenhagen | These Four Walls blog

This stunning abode near Copenhagen seemed like the ideal choice for my first post of August. Set in the seaside town of Vedbæk, it has a simple all-white interior with a breezy, beachy feel - perfect for a month when most of us have summer holidays firmly on the mind. Once a fisherman's cottage, the house has been transformed into a family home by the talented team at Norm Architects. They . . .

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‘YPPERLIG’ by IKEA x HAY

July 18, 2017

'YPPERLIG' by IKEA x HAY | These Four Walls blog

I have some more design news for you today, as two Scandinavian greats – Swedish super-brand IKEA and Danish company HAY – have just released the first official photographs of their hotly anticipated collaboration. Called 'YPPERLIG', the collection has been more than a year in the making (IKEA first teased us with mentions of it way back in June 2016), but it looks like it will have been worth . . .

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New furniture & homeware finds | July 2017

July 13, 2017

New finds for July 2017 | These Four Walls blog

As you may have seen on Instagram, I'm currently touring Barcelona, Valencia and Madrid with the Association of Spanish Design (RED). I'm looking forward to sharing all my discoveries from Spain with you when I get home, but in the meantime here's a round-up of the latest design finds from elsewhere to reach my radar... . . .

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New furniture & homeware finds | June 2017

June 14, 2017

New finds for June 2017 | These Four Walls blog

It's time for another round-up of the latest design news and homeware collections to reach my radar. So, without further ado, here are my favourite finds for June... . . .

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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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