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Image: Clair Strong Interior Design It’s nearly Christmas, which got me thinking about guest rooms and how we can make the most of them, not just during the festive season but year round. They’re often somewhat over-looked spaces, filled with old furniture and clutter from the rest of the house. Which inevitably leads to a…
Image: Clair Strong Interior Design Every home is different, and every person has individual taste and needs. In all my years of designing, I have never recreated the same room twice. That said there are a few design tricks that are so universal, they work in any space regardless of size, shape and style. So…
Image: Clair Strong Interior Design My personal aesthetic is quite minimalist, I like clean lines and sleek design but recently I’ve been drawn to the idea of cosy, rustic retreats. Wood-panelled walls, luxury textiles and a roaring fire just seem to appeal to me at this time of year. Here are some ways you can…
Last month I headed to the big smoke for London Design Festival. London Design Festival is one of the most important events in the international design calendar. For me, it’s an annual pilgrimage of sorts, a chance to scope out upcoming trends, find the last product innovations and check out the latest talent. Today, I…
Image: Clair Strong Interior Design I’m feeling energised and renewed by the beautiful autumn weather we’ve been having. I love taking inspiration from nature, and there’s no better muse than autumn. Here are my tips for bringing the magic of this season into your home. Jewel Tones Colour is a huge part of the appeal…
Inspiration can come from all kinds of unlikely places. When I’m designing a home, I might draw influence from non-residential properties like art galleries, restaurants and hotels. I find the aspirational feeling you get when you walk into a really unique space is something I want to recreate in the homes I design. My clients…
Image: Clair Strong Interior Design Student halls of residences aren’t exactly renowned for their design credentials. They can be a bit bare and impersonal and lacking the creature comforts of home. Stave off homesickness and make your room the envy of all your new friends with these quick and budget friendly design tips for your…
Image: Clair Strong Interior Design Judging by the almost biblical levels of rain we’ve been having, the Indian summer I was so hopeful for may be a distant dream. But it’s not all doom and gloom, because now we can start talking about autumn and winter interior trends and inspiration. I’m starting with fireplaces because…
Image: Clair Strong Interior Design School is back in session and homework is an inevitable staple of school life with most children required to complete at least an hour’s work each evening. By creating a special study space just for them, you can help make the chore of homework much more enjoyable. Create an inspiring,…
Image: The British Library on Flickr Taxidermy is back in fashion. I’m not the biggest fan of real taxidermy, myself – it can be a more than a little creepy. However, the resurgence of taxidermy has brought with it an interest in other natural history inspired oddities, which I fully approve of! From botanical art…