Ten new interiors high street buys
Ten perfect buys from the high street to brighten up this cold and dark month!
A day in Pimlico: London’s interiors hub
Pimlico Road and the adjoining Ebury Street/Holbein – is often described as London’s premier interior-design destination, where you can find craftspeople, showrooms and antiques dealers side by side.
Insights from Decorex 2025
Each October, London’s Olympia transforms into a vibrant showcase of creativity and craftsmanship as Decorex International sets the tone for the year ahead in design.
This year’s show confirmed what I’ve been feeling for a while – our clients want homes that tell stories. Spaces layered with craftsmanship, sustainability, and soul.
The Art of Layering to Create Effortless Style
Layering in interior design is much like layering in fashion. It’s the art of adding depth, character, and richness to a space through thoughtful combinations of texture, tone, scale, and material. It’s what makes a room feel collected rather than decorated – and it’s one of the secrets behind those effortlessly styled interiors you fall in love with in magazines or on Pinterest or Instagram.
How to Choose the Perfect Paint Colour
Few design decisions cause as much hand-wringing as selecting the right paint colour. What begins as a simple task – picking a shade of white, grey, or blue – often turns into a marathon of paint swatches, test patches, and late-night debates. And still, many of us end up with a room that feels slightly off.
Buying Antiques in Bath – Part Two
Welcome back to my guide for buying antiques. In Part One, we looked at how to do your research and the different ways to shop – from fairs to auctions to independent shops. In this instalment, we’ll cover two things every budding treasure hunter needs to know: the art of negotiation and the very best places in Bath (and beyond) to go antiquing.
A Beginner’s Guide to the UK Antiques Scene (Part One)
The antiques world in the UK is nothing short of extraordinary. From centuries-old furniture to quirky collectibles with fascinating backstories, there’s always the chance to stumble across a true gem — if you know where to look, what to look for, and how to buy with confidence.
Quick home refresh for the August Bank Holiday
The August Bank Holiday marks the end of summer – a moment to slow down, reset, and get your home ready for the months ahead. While it’s not quite the time for autumn nesting, a little end-of-season refresh can make your home feel lighter, calmer, and more welcoming. I like to use this long weekend to tackle a few quick wins: jobs that take just five to fifteen minutes, but make a noticeable difference. Here are some simple ideas to get you started.
Get creative and colourful with your ceilings
Painted ceilings, often referred to as the “fifth wall,” are a wonderful blank canvas and painting them can transform a room by adding visual interest and creating the illusion of more space.
Four clever uses for the spare bedroom
Has your spare room become a clutter catch-all? Or is it empty and neglected; the last room in the house to get any attention? Well, summer is the perfect time to turn that spare room into a beautiful, useful space.