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Home tour | Soft minimalism & dark, earthy tones in Tokyo

May 18, 2021

Home tour - soft minimalism & dark, earthy tones in Tokyo | These Four Walls blog

Today I'm sharing a peek inside a new project from Karimoku Case Study - the ongoing partnership between Norm Architects and Tokyo-based Keiji Ashizawa Design, which has seen them work together on various interiors around the world as well as producing a collection of furniture with Japanese manufacturer Karimoku. Called the Azabu Residence, their latest venture is a stunning renovation of a . . .

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How to decorate & furnish large spaces

April 30, 2021

How to decorate & furnish large and open-plan spaces | These Four Walls blog

Last month I shared some advice on how to decorate and furnish small spaces, and today I'm turning my attention to large rooms. If anything, they're even trickier to deal with - especially if you have an open-plan space which has to play several different roles at once. I know having too much space sounds like a nice problem to have, but it can be a real issue . . .

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Home tour | Warm minimalism near Copenhagen

April 27, 2021

Home tour - warm minimalism near Copenhagen | These Four Walls blog

For my latest home-tour post I'm taking you back to a Danish property which I've featured before and which has recently undergone a bit of a makeover. Located north of Copenhagen, it's named the PH House in honour of renowned designer and architect Poul Henningsen, who once used it as his summerhouse, and was renovated by Norm Architects following a devastating 2014 fire. They've now been back to . . .

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21 of the best minimalist coffee & side tables with integrated storage

April 23, 2021

21 of the best minimalist coffee & side tables with integrated storage | These Four Walls blog

No matter how minimalist we think we are, clutter always seems to accumulate - and finding enough storage to keep everything neat and tidy can feel like an endless battle, especially for those of us with more compact homes. A coffee or side table with integrated storage makes an easy yet stylish solution, so for the latest post in my 'best of' series I've rounded up 21 of my favourites . . .

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A soft, minimalist beige bedroom: the reveal

April 15, 2021

A soft, minimalist beige bedroom: the reveal | These Four Walls blog

[Advertisement - this post features PR products, but all words and opinions are my own] I've talked before about the importance of taking your time when decorating, and with the makeover of our main bedroom I really have (partly unintentionally) practised what I preach. I first shared the plans back in November and always wanted to get things right rather than rushing, but there were some . . .

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New finds | April 2021

April 8, 2021

VIPP's new Lodge lounge chair - a beautiful example of considered Nordic design | New finds - April 2021 | These Four Walls blog

I'm a bit late with this month's round-up of design finds, as I took last week off work to unwind and finish decorating our bedroom. I can't wait to share photos of the completed space soon, but in the meantime I have details of some gorgeous product launches for you. So, read on for beautiful chairs and ceramics, stylish outdoor furniture, innovative modular shelving, and affordable new options . . .

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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 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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