With Spring upon us my thoughts are turning to my garden again which needs much love, care and attention. I love a nice place to sit and the humble garden bench, which has been popular for centuries, makes both an ideal resting spot and a great focal point and garden accessory. Now is the.. Read more
A new fresh contemporary Tropical Style is currently on trend. Related to the more traditional British Colonial Style, this modern version is fresher and more akin to a breezy coastal look. If you love open plan living, open windows to catch the breeze, fresh clean white with injections of some strong colour, then this may.. Read more
Stylish white bedroom schemes are always a classic. The simplicity of the colour white makes this the perfect choice to use in this all important room. Calm and serene, white is a gentle colour to relax in and therefore perfect for this space. Even if you have a neutral or a soft calming colour like.. Read more
Walk into a paint store and prominent at the front will be huge displays of discounted flat ceiling white paint, so you may be asking why would I need to consider what colour to paint my ceiling? This is valid as there is nothing terribly wrong with ceiling white paint but it isn’t necessarily exactly.. Read more
I am often asked, what is Greige and why all the fuss about it? Quite simply, Greige is a combination of beige and grey. I love it and find it is one of the colours that I specify the most. Find out why I like it and how to use it in your home here… Read more
The big mistake that people make with selecting accessories for a Coastal Style is to cram the house full of beach related curios rather than select just a few to carefully use throughout the scheme. The decorator’s mantra of less is more is so important for this look. Let me show you how to classically.. Read more
If you love to decorate you will really appreciate how important finishing touches are. The clutch bag and necklace for the little black dress or the ideal leather belt for your jeans – you couldn’t do without them. Cushions on a chair or sofa are the fashion accessories that you need to complete the room. .. Read more
Our recent love affair with the Hamptons has overshadowed some other styles that are also timeless classics. The Hamptons look is absolutely gorgeous and a favourite of mine but it’s good to sometimes look around the world and remind ourselves of some of the other enduring decorating styles and consider the home we have and.. Read more
What do you think about using colour for exteriors? Have you ever considered using colour for the exterior of your home? Or are you a fan of a safe neutral colour palette? Children love colour and respond very well to its uplifting effects but as we get older and more sensible we tend to shun.. Read more
Country Style covers a wide range of looks and will vary greatly depending upon which country you are in so this guide is to show you how to get the general look and feel. Later I will be writing in more detail about the different types of country style as it is definitely one of.. Read more
