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Guest room makeover

July 13, 2016

Guest room makeover | These Four Walls blog

You might remember that a few months ago I wrote about our plans for transforming our guest rooms. It's taken a while as a boiler replacement and water leaks disrupted our schedule, but I'm finally ready to share the results of the first makeover. This is the smaller of our two spare bedrooms - it's little more than a box, really - and it's also home to the boiler cupboard. That means there's . . .

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Summer office styling with Design Letters & Friends

June 15, 2016

I have a confession to make: I have a bit of an addiction to stationery. I was one of those kids who spent ages organising my pencil case, and who got strangely excited about buying new notebooks before going back to school. It's an obsession that's lasted into adulthood, and I'm still drawn to pretty paper and pens. I’m particularly happy at the moment because I’ve just had fun rearranging my . . .

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New additions to Stelton’s ‘Theo’ range

June 13, 2016

New additions to Stelton's 'Theo' range | These Four Walls blog

I have another fantastic new collection from Scandinavia to introduce today, this time from Danish brand Stelton, which has been producing stylish tea- and coffee-making kit since 1960. Created by Canadian designer Francis Cayouette, the company's cleaned-lined 'Theo' teapot, slow-brew coffee maker and mugs became instant hits when they first launched last year, and several new additions to the . . .

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‘Objects’ by Republic of Fritz Hansen

May 18, 2016

'Objects' by Republic of Fritz Hansen | These Four Walls blog

Another beautiful new product line has popped onto my radar – the ‘Objects’ home accessories collection by Republic of Fritz Hansen (perhaps the most famous of any Danish furniture manufacturer, and the company behind a raft of classic pieces). Launched at the recent Salon del Mobile in Milan, ‘Objects’ encompasses 12 simple yet striking items created by names such as Jaime Hayon, Wednesday . . .

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Home tour | A Danish cottage in calming greys

May 11, 2016

Home tour | A Danish cottage in calming greys | These Four Walls blo

I’m heading back to ever-reliable Scandinavia for my latest home-tour post. I’ve seen photos of this beautiful Danish kitchen popping up regularly on Pinterest in recent weeks, and I couldn’t resist taking a peek at the rest of the house. A restored 19th-century cottage in the Copenhagen suburb of Taarbæk, it’s the home of talented interior stylist Cille Grut who, by the looks of it, loves grey . . .

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Profile | Meraki

March 14, 2016

Profile | Meraki | These Four Walls blog

I don't often blog about beauty and skincare, but every now and then a brand pops onto my radar which I just have to share. Meraki is one such brand - beautifully packaged, accessible, made entirely from natural ingredients, and created with a simple Scandinavian aesthetic. What's more, it was founded by one of my favourite Danish interiors companies, House Doctor. I chatted to Meraki's . . .

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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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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
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

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