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Coloured glass pendant lights have a very special character that I think is really hard to beat. When illuminated, coloured glass glows with richness, depth and…
Sculptural furniture and lighting (which can bring so much beauty and fun into our homes) has definitely hit the mainstream this year. I’m excited to see…
These versatile, indoor/outdoor Diamond Kilim rugs designed by Charlotte Lancelot for GAN get my thumbs up for both style and sustainability. And with outdoor socialising top of…
I’ve been following the increasing popularity of woven rattan lampshades for a while now. And I think it’s fair to say that they’ve well and truly…
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You’ve probably read about the increasingly popular concept of the “outdoor room”. A comfortable, relaxed outside space where you can kick back and enjoy outdoor living…
One of my gardening goals for this year is to grow more flowers for cutting and arranging. And top of my must-have list is more dahlias. …
This new, colourful bamboo tableware by ‘Queen of Prints’ Orla Kiely is making me smile so much at the moment. Great timing, too, don’t you think? …
I’m so impressed with the choice of contemporary outdoor dining sets this year. One trend I’ve spotted is outdoor tables teamed with versatile and space-saving benches. …
Small side tables with storage are indispensable pieces of furniture for small spaces. In a small room a couple of strategically placed side tables is often…
I’ve just spent months researching a new sofa for our rather compact lounge. Which makes this the perfect time to do a round-up of contemporary compact…
Unlikely as it may seem, drinks trolleys are back in fashion and more popular than ever. Maybe it was the Mad Men effect? Others put it…
Are you struggling with a small, badly designed, or awkwardly shaped kitchen? If so, one of these freestanding kitchen islands for small spaces could be the…
Spring has sprung, although the return of arctic temperatures has taken the shine off the lighter evenings just a tad. Still, the Anthropologie Print and Pattern…
I’ve read in various places recently that coloured bathroom suites are back. Yes, folks, plain white porcelain is under siege from a host of coloured basins,…
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Well, I’m a little late to this particular colour party as the new Farrow & Ball paint colours 2018 were launched a couple of weeks ago…
2018 has been quite a year for vibrant, uplifting, life-affirming yellow. Love it or hate it (yellow is said to be the most divisive of all…


