How to design the perfect window seat
A window seat ticks the boxes for aesthetics, practicality and a great use of space. They provide additional seating where space is at a premium, they can provide good storage solutions and are the perfect place to curl up with a good book. Let me show you what to consider when you are designing a window seat to get the best use of the space. Incorporating a window seat into building plans Clearly the easiest way to design a window seat is to brief your architect or building designer when you are planning a new house. These are the details…
A window seat ticks the boxes for aesthetics, practicality and a great use of space. They provide additional seating where space is at a premium, they can provide good storage solutions and are the perfect place to curl up with a good book. Let me show you what to consider when you are designing a window seat to get the best use of the space. Incorporating a window seat into building plans Clearly the easiest way to design a window seat is to brief your architect or building designer when you are planning a new house. These are the details…
How to choose an upholstered bedhead
I am a huge fan of an upholstered bedhead as I feel that bedrooms, as places of sanctuary, should be cosy, soft and inviting. A beautifully finished bedhead makes a colour and sometimes a major design statement, is tactile and really nice to rest upon after a long day. I have some tips below to help you to find and select exactly the right style for you. Which upholstered bedhead do you need for your style? Firstly, consider the style of your decorating. Is your look more contemporary or modern with a…
I am a huge fan of an upholstered bedhead as I feel that bedrooms, as places of sanctuary, should be cosy, soft and inviting. A beautifully finished bedhead makes a colour and sometimes a major design statement, is tactile and really nice to rest upon after a long day. I have some tips below to help you to find and select exactly the right style for you. Which upholstered bedhead do you need for your style? Firstly, consider the style of your decorating. Is your look more contemporary or modern with a…
What should you paint on the inside of your front door?
What should you paint on the inside of your front door? I am regularly asked about how you should treat the inside of your front door. I have talked a lot about making an entrance, exterior colours and fun front door colours which is all very grand and exciting but then people panic and feel that this impacts their interior scheme. There really is no right or wrong answer here but I am going to show you some ideas and tips to follow: 1) If you have a beautiful natural timber feature door I would really just leave it as…
What should you paint on the inside of your front door? I am regularly asked about how you should treat the inside of your front door. I have talked a lot about making an entrance, exterior colours and fun front door colours which is all very grand and exciting but then people panic and feel that this impacts their interior scheme. There really is no right or wrong answer here but I am going to show you some ideas and tips to follow: 1) If you have a beautiful natural timber feature door I would really just leave it as…
Styling with Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus, native to our beautiful Australia, has to be my favourite indoor greenery. The subtle silvery green/grey tones are so stylish and the crisp, fresh menthol smell is cleansing for the home. I have some inspiration to show you how you can introduce this into your home. Just one spring of Eucalyptus in a jar or a collection grouped together is very effective. I find that if you change the water regularly then the cuttings will last a week or two. As tempting as it would be to plant your own Eucalpytus tree…
Eucalyptus, native to our beautiful Australia, has to be my favourite indoor greenery. The subtle silvery green/grey tones are so stylish and the crisp, fresh menthol smell is cleansing for the home. I have some inspiration to show you how you can introduce this into your home. Just one spring of Eucalyptus in a jar or a collection grouped together is very effective. I find that if you change the water regularly then the cuttings will last a week or two. As tempting as it would be to plant your own Eucalpytus tree…
What colour do I paint my skirting boards and architraves?
Skirting boards and architraves are often given the least thought - they are in fact an after-thought but the colour and tone that you use here can make or break your colour scheme. I have some guidelines and tips to help you to decide the right colour for your look. Skirting Boards and Architraves are the link between rooms Often people will just use one white or neutral to go through their house which works well - particularly if you are simply using a crisp white which won't really change much.…
Skirting boards and architraves are often given the least thought - they are in fact an after-thought but the colour and tone that you use here can make or break your colour scheme. I have some guidelines and tips to help you to decide the right colour for your look. Skirting Boards and Architraves are the link between rooms Often people will just use one white or neutral to go through their house which works well - particularly if you are simply using a crisp white which won't really change much.…
How to work with a dark colour palette
People tend to either love or hate a dark colour palette. Those of us who do like them though are often too afraid to use them and the alternative of a light white or neutral scheme just seems an easier option. Certainly, this can be true but often it isn't the case of selecting either a light or a dark scheme for the whole house, I believe that there are certain areas of a home that are ideally suited to an intimate and moody colour scheme whilst other areas benefit from crisp white finishes. Always consider the MOOD you want to…
People tend to either love or hate a dark colour palette. Those of us who do like them though are often too afraid to use them and the alternative of a light white or neutral scheme just seems an easier option. Certainly, this can be true but often it isn't the case of selecting either a light or a dark scheme for the whole house, I believe that there are certain areas of a home that are ideally suited to an intimate and moody colour scheme whilst other areas benefit from crisp white finishes. Always consider the MOOD you want to…
Pantone Living Coral – How to use it in your home
Since the year 2000, Pantone has been announcing their colour of the year. Eagerly anticipated by designers around the globe, the colour for 2019 is Pantone Living Coral. A soft orange with pink undertones. At first glance you may think this is an outdated colour but let me tell you more about the process and how you can use this beautiful colour in your own home. About the Pantone Colour of the Year Pantone conducts a huge amount of research to establish the colour each year, taking into account the global political climate, current…
Since the year 2000, Pantone has been announcing their colour of the year. Eagerly anticipated by designers around the globe, the colour for 2019 is Pantone Living Coral. A soft orange with pink undertones. At first glance you may think this is an outdated colour but let me tell you more about the process and how you can use this beautiful colour in your own home. About the Pantone Colour of the Year Pantone conducts a huge amount of research to establish the colour each year, taking into account the global political climate, current…
Let me show you how to use Beautiful Duck Egg Blue
Look at a colour wheel and you will find teetering on the edge of blue and almost meeting green, the colour Duck Egg Blue, often also referred to as Robin’s Nest Blue. Generally accepted to be in the blue family, when looked at closely, many will perceive this colour as green. See my inspiration below and find out how and why you should be using this in your decorating schemes. Duck Egg Blue has wide appeal As this is such a delicate colour, it isn’t offensive and most people say they…
Look at a colour wheel and you will find teetering on the edge of blue and almost meeting green, the colour Duck Egg Blue, often also referred to as Robin’s Nest Blue. Generally accepted to be in the blue family, when looked at closely, many will perceive this colour as green. See my inspiration below and find out how and why you should be using this in your decorating schemes. Duck Egg Blue has wide appeal As this is such a delicate colour, it isn’t offensive and most people say they…
