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The Edit | Breakfast in bed

August 12, 2021

Breakfast in bed in a minimalist beige bedroom | These Four Walls blog

Is there anything better than a lazy breakfast in bed? It's one of my favourite ways to unwind at the weekend, and it's a treat I'm indulging in on a daily basis at the moment as I'm taking a brief summer break from work. So, it only seemed appropriate to make it the focus of this latest instalment of 'The Edit' - my monthly series sharing a curated selection of buys to help you make the most of . . .

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New finds | August 2021

August 3, 2021

Minimalist dining room featuring Thonet chairs and circular marble table by Rebecca Goddard | These Four Walls blog

We may be in the middle of the summer slowdown, but the design world is still moving along - and I have plenty of exciting finds to share with you this month. As well as new pieces from some of my favourite designers, there are debut collections from just-launched start-ups that already look as if they're going to make big waves. Just read on for details . . .

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The design classics of the future

July 27, 2021

The design classics of the future | These Four Walls blog

[Advertisement – this is a paid collaboration with Nest.co.uk, but all words and opinions are my own] Last year I teamed up with independent retailer Nest.co.uk to explore why you should always buy authentic design over cheap but poor-quality replicas, and I delved into the stories, craftsmanship and innovations that make some of the most iconic and often-copied pieces so special. Today . . .

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The Vipp Farmhouse – a rustic-contemporary Danish retreat

July 16, 2021

The Vipp Farmhouse - a rustic-contemporary holiday rental deep in the Danish countryside | These Four Walls blog

Fancy a bit of escapism to end the week? I certainly do, so let me introduce you to the Vipp Farmhouse - the fourth addition to the Danish design brand's collection of bookable accommodation (you can see the others here, here and here) and an idyllic slice of rural Scandinavian life. Located on the island of Lolland, a two-hour drive south of Copenhagen, it's surrounded by forests and rolling . . .

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My calming grey home office

July 13, 2021

My calming grey home office | These Four Walls blog

[Advertisement - the chair, lamp, desk, paint and some accessories featured here were PR samples] Today I'm sharing a look at the final part of our months-long first-floor renovation project: the small third bedroom / box room, which I use as my home office. This isn't really a big 'reveal', as this room has evolved gradually over the last few years and you'll have seen glimpses of it in . . .

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New finds | July 2021

July 7, 2021

It's time for my regular round-up of interesting design finds and I have some real gems to share with you this month. There are new options for stylish and cost-effective IKEA hacks, exciting collaborations involving some of my favourite makers and designers, and details of a gorgeous twist on a contemporary Scandinavian classic. Just read on for details . . .

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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.

‘Top 10 UK interior design blogs’ 2025, 2024, 2023 & 2022, Vuelio

‘Best Interior Design Blog’, uFurnish Home Awards 2024

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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I'm so excited to reveal what @tiffanygrantriley a I'm so excited to reveal what @tiffanygrantriley and I have been working on for the past few months: a new book! 

Called Bring The Outside In, it explores how to harness the wellbeing-enhancing power of biophilic design (design that reconnects you with nature) in your own home. It's packed with clear, practical advice, plus peeks inside 12 beautiful real-life homes that demonstrate biophilic design in action in a wide range of settings, from city apartments to rural farmhouses. 

I feel incredibly proud to have written one book, let alone two, and this one was extra-special for two reasons. Firstly, it's a topic that I've long been fascinated by and one that combines two of my passions, interior design and nature. And secondly, I was lucky enough to work on it with a friend. We had so much fun travelling around Europe capturing the homes featured (some very brief glimpses to whet your appetite here!) and we'll share some behind-the-scenes snippets soon.

Bring The Outside In will be published by @rylandpetersandsmall on 14th October and is available to pre-order now - just follow the link in my bio. 

(The book cover image is the beautiful home of @balanceinteriordesign.)

#interiordesigninspiration #interiordesignbooks #biophilicdesign #interiorsinspo #interiorsinspiration #biophilichomes #biophilichomeinteriordesign
Snaps from a lovely long weekend in leafy Richmond Snaps from a lovely long weekend in leafy Richmond, West London. I've spent many happy times there over the years as one of my closest friends lives there, but she's about to move house. So, Chris and I made the most of our last visit before she relocates - and the weather was certainly kind to us! 

1 & 2.  Richmond riverside and bridge
3 & 4.  Old Palace Yard
5-7.  A boat trip down the Thames with @thamesriverboats 
8-14.  Plants, flowers and the most amazing afternoon tea at @petershamnurseries (an early birthday celebration for @small_round_things)
15.  Petersham Meadows
16 & 17. The view from Richmond Hill
18.  Plane-spotting
19.  How the other half live / fantasy house-shopping

#visitlondon #richmondlondon #visitengland #postcardplaces #londonsummer #letsgosomewhere #darlingescape #theprettycities #bitsofbuildings #littlestoriesofmylife #thisprettyengland #simplemoments
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

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