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
I think that one of my favourite accessories to complete an interior scheme is the humble floor rug. I have been in too many houses with large expanses of flooring – timber, stone or tiles – that are crying out for this simple finishing touch. Even the simplest of rugs will bring many benefits to.. Read more
I love adding the finishing touches to a room. All the big ticket items have been decided and it’s time to add your styling to complete the look. Windows that are properly dressed make a room complete. Elegant curtains finish a room perfectly and they are so practical too, keeping out the summer heat 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
There are so many things that are important when you design your kitchen but there is one item that will really save you space and keep you organised. It won’t give you the WOW factor nor the beauty of a gorgeous marble benchtop. Your friends won’t be swooning over your amazing style and colour choices. .. Read more
Which paint finish should I use is a question I am regularly asked. As part of specifying I always advise clients but it isn’t always that straight forward and personal choice is important too. Firstly before I get into specifics or even think about styles, these are the main points when considering which paint finish.. Read more
Painting bricks white is one of the easiest and most effective ways to update an interior scheme. Bricks are certainly back in fashion and you only need to look at a trendy TV show to see a wall of bricks somewhere in a gorgeous loft apartment or warehouse development. However, there are a wide range.. Read more
I can’t think of a time when the humble basket has not been integral to everyday home life. As we gravitate to organic shapes and styles more and particularly appreciate handmade products, the basket has come to centre stage in the home styling stakes so I am going to show you how to style with.. Read more
I am going to show you how to put a gallery wall together – one of the most eye catching styling features for a room. There is nothing worse than a large wall with just one or two small pictures on it. Without being in a group or with a reference point, they look lost.. Read more
