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Transforming our small bathroom | The reveal

November 2, 2020

Transforming our small bathroom - the reveal | These Four Walls blog

[Advertisement – this is a collaborative post with Crosswater, who offered me a press discount, but all words and opinions are my own] After a lot of dust, noise and chaos, it’s time to reveal the results of our bathroom makeover! Of all the rooms we’ve done in the house so far, this is perhaps the one I’m most excited to share . . .

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Home tour | A cosy Finnish new build

October 27, 2020

Home tour - a cosy Finnish new build | These Four Walls blog

New-builds can be stunning, but the pristine surfaces and blank walls mean they often end up looking a bit stark. Not this one. Created by Helsinki-based interior designer Laura Seppänen, whose work I've featured before, it's a fantastic example of how to add warmth and cosiness to a just-built home without detracting from the clean lines or sense of airiness . . .

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Simple autumn styling with Georg Jensen’s ‘Tunes’ collection

October 23, 2020

Simple autumn styling with Georg Jensen's 'Tunes' collection | These Four Walls blog

[Advertisement - this is a paid collaboration with Georg Jensen, but all words and opinions are my own] I always love bringing a bit of seasonal nature into my home, and today I want to share some inspiration for simple autumn styling using the gorgeous 'Tunes' collection from Georg Jensen . . .

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21 of the best minimalist sideboards

October 21, 2020

Kristina Dam Studio 'Grid' | 21 of the best minimalist sideboards | These Four Walls blog

Over the past few months I've ended up researching minimalist sideboards for a few different client interior projects, so I thought I'd share my favourite finds here, too. Sideboards are incredibly useful and versatile pieces of furniture. They add extra storage and act as a place to display vases, artwork and the like. What's more, they're not just the preserve of dining rooms . . .

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New finds | October 2020

October 8, 2020

It's time for another round-up of design finds that have caught my eye, and I have plenty of interesting launches to share with you this month. October's selection covers pieces from the UK, Scandinavia and India, and includes stylish home accessories, minimalist wooden furniture, a sleek lighting range and a chair that's ideal for snuggling up over autumn and winter . . .

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Beautiful, affordable & efficient LED lighting from new brand Imero

October 5, 2020

Beautiful & affordable LED lighting from Imero | These Four Walls blog

[Advertisement - this is a paid post in collaboration with Imero, but all words and opinions are my own] Good lighting is key to creating a cosy, inviting and functional space, but in my experience it's also one of the trickiest things to source - especially if you have a limited budget. So, today I want to introduce you to Imero . . .

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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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‘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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