Cold weather has begun to set in over the last few days – our central heating has been switched on, the cat has started to snuggle under the duvet at night, and sheepskins have appeared all over the house. With that in mind, I want to start the week by sharing a gorgeous Swedish home that’s packed with seasonal design inspiration. . . .
Home tour | A light-filled extension in London
I love seeing how period properties can be adapted through clever design, evolving to suit modern lifestyles without losing any of their character or charm. This wonderful example comes from jewellery designer Sally Vanderpump, who has transformed the ground floor of her Edwardian house with a contemporary extension that's flooded with natural light. The result is stunning: a sociable, open-plan . . .
Investing in design classics
This is a paid partnership with Nest, but all words and opinions are my own As I’ve grown older, I’ve begun to appreciate the importance of investing in good design; I’d far rather save up for a classic piece that I’ll enjoy every day for years to come, than rush into buying cheaper items which won’t stand the test of time. In conjunction with contemporary furniture retailer Nest, here are . . .
A weekend afloat on a London houseboat
I've always fancied embarking on a canal holiday - pootling along with a glass of wine in hand, watching the world drift slowly by. I've also always been fascinated by houseboats, and on trips to Amsterdam and Copenhagen I've found myself peering through portholes for a glimpse of life on the water. So, when Chris and I were offered a night's stay at The Palmer, a houseboat rental on Regent's . . .
Home tour | A sleek Stockholm apartment
I shared a photo of the striking kitchen-diner in this beautiful Swedish home in last week's splashbacks post, and I liked it so much that I couldn't resist hunting down images of the rest of the apartment via real-estate agency Fantastic Frank. Set in a 19th-century building, it's painted in moody shades of grey and mixes clean-lined, contemporary furniture with a sprinkling of quirkier pieces. . . .
New designs from Muuto
Another week, another set of beautiful new products from Scandinavia. The latest come courtesy of Muuto, which has been responsible for some of the most iconic Nordic designs of recent years (the 'RESTORE' storage basket, the 'OSLO' chair). I suspect there are several future classics among its latest additions, so here's a look at a few of my favourites… . . .
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