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Home tour | A contemporary waterside cabin in Denmark

February 1, 2021

Home tour - a contemporary waterside cabin in Denmark | These Four Walls blog

I can never resist sharing new projects from Norm Architects, as they're always so beautiful - perfect examples of architecture and interior design in total harmony. Their latest - Fjord Boat House in Denmark - is no exception, and it's brimming with inspiration . . .

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Relaxed elegance from Menu

January 27, 2021

elaxed, elegant dining room in warm neutral tones, with furniture and accessories from Menu's latest collection | These Four Walls blog

I have another new-season collection to share with you today, this time from Menu. Over the last few years its minimalist aesthetic has gradually evolved in a warmer, more timeless direction, and its latest pieces are no exception. With lots of tactile materials, soft beiges and browns, rich woods and bronzed metals, they're perfect for creating a relaxed, elegant and cosy environment . . .

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The spring-summer 2021 collection from Kristina Dam

January 20, 2021

The spring-summer 2021 collection from Kristina Dam | These Four Walls blog

Normally at this time of year I'd be heading off to various design weeks to gather inspiration and take a peek at the latest interior launches. They've all been cancelled for 2021, of course, but details of new-season collections are beginning to emerge and over the next few weeks I'm going to share some of my favourites . . .

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Home tour | A calming Swedish apartment in white, beige and brown

January 18, 2021

Home tour - a calming Swedish apartment in white, beige and brown | These Four Walls blog

Everything feels a little overwhelming at the moment, and I'm finding myself drawn more than ever towards simple, soothing interiors. This Gothenburg apartment is a perfect example, so it seemed like an appropriate choice for my first home tour of 2021 . . .

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21 of the best compact wall-mounted shelving units

January 14, 2021

21 of the best compact wall-mounted shelving units, including options for every budget and size of space | These Four Walls blog

Squeezing storage and display space into a small room is often tricky, but wall-mounted shelving units can make the perfect solution. They don't take up any extra floor space and can be positioned above desks, sofas and the like; what's more, their lightweight appearance creates the illusion of extra square meterage, and they're often much less imposing than heavy freestanding pieces . . .

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How to create a cohesive home

January 7, 2021

Grey living room with iconic Bertoia chair, grey sofa, Berber rug and oak flooring | How to create a cohesive home | These Four Walls blog

Happy New Year! I hope you've had a good start to 2021 so far, despite the strange circumstances? With restrictions ramping up here in the UK and elsewhere, it looks like we're going to be spending even more time at home over the coming months, and I know many of you have decorating projects planned as a result. So, I thought I'd kick off my posts for the year with some advice . . .

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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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Winner of the ‘Blogger’ category in the Sweetpea & Willow Home Influencer Awards 2023

‘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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