Rugs are so often an afterthought in interior design, but for me they're an essential feature that ties everything else together. They add cosiness and texture, and they make spaces feel instantly more inviting. They also anchor a room, giving focus and definition - and, in open-plan spaces, they can be used to break up the floorplan and 'zone' areas with different functions . . .
10 cost-free ways to improve your home
There's been a lot of talk in recent weeks about how the current situation is the perfect opportunity to get on with DIY and decorating projects, yet it's also left many of us facing a major drop in income. Having a home where you feel happy and comfortable is perhaps more important now than ever . . .
New finds | May 2020
The start of a new month means it's time for my regular round-up of minimalist design finds. We may be living through a very strange and disconcerting period at the moment, but there have still been plenty of interesting launches in recent weeks - not least because April should have seen the vast Salone del Mobile trade show taking place in Milan . . .
Home tour | A soothing Scandinavian-style sanctuary in Dublin
It's time for another home tour, and today I'm taking you on a virtual visit to Ireland for a look around the beautiful abode of Ida Thun. Originally from Sweden, Ida has brought Scandinavian simplicity to her Dublin apartment, which is wonderfully light and airy . . .
Introducing my new interior design service
I've been asked numerous times over the years whether I offer a design service to help people create the kind of simple, timeless and relaxed interiors that I write about here on These Four Walls. After doing a few projects in the background - and thoroughly enjoying working with clients to craft spaces they love - I decided it was high time I put together a proper offering . . .
Top tips for creating a cosy kitchen
[Advertisement – this is a paid partnership with Kenwood, but all words and opinions are my own] I don’t know about you, but with restaurants closed and restrictions in place, I’m spending a lot more time than normal in my kitchen – in fact my day-to-day routine seems to largely revolve around food at the moment! Small activities such as brewing my morning coffee, preparing an evening meal . . .
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