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Image: Clair Strong Interior Design The desert isn’t the first place most of us would turn to for home decorating tips. But that’s what I love about interior design; inspiration comes from the unlikeliest of sources. This particular trend takes its cues from the American south-west; desert states like Arizona, New Mexico and the south-eastern…
Image: Clair Strong Interior Design My job is very much focused indoors, but I wholeheartedly believe that the outdoors – the gardens, terraces and balconies – complete a space. I’m fascinated by garden design and landscaping, because just like interior design, there are trendsthat come and go. They just seem to come and go a…
Image: Clair Strong Interior Design Fancy making a few updates to your home but don’t want to spend big bucks? Try these stylish and wallet-friendly DIY projects for instant satisfaction instead: Cloud Cushions If you’re new to sewing, a cushion is a great beginner’s project. It doesn’t require any specialist skills or tools, just a…
Image: Clair Strong Interior Design Owning a home can feel like a full-time job. There’s always something to clean, fix or replace. It can be expensive and stressful, but you can make it easier on yourself by learning a few essential skills. Knowing how to paint like a pro, replace a faltering shower head or…
Image: Clair Strong Interior Design I don’t know if it’s the change in the weather or just that I’m overdue a break, but I’ve found myself drawn to images of beautiful holiday homes. These perfectly curated spaces – designed to help you live in the moment – got me thinking. Is this something we can…
Image: Clair Strong Interior Design A lot of us play it safe when it comes to our interiors. After all, decorating isn’t cheap and we’ve got to live with the results. But taking risks; choosing colours or decoration that you love but are perhaps a little afraid of can be infinitely more rewarding than another…
Image source: Bodo Sperlein For many of us, the word ‘ceramic’ conjures up thoughts of ornate museum pieces and antique relics; beautiful pieces that might look out of place in many modern homes. Fortunately, there is a community of contemporary artists changing the landscape of ceramic art. They are crafting beautiful work in a range…
Image: Clair Strong Interior Design We’ve all got one or two necessary, but unsightly, items in our homes. I’m not talking about that heirloom vase or those curtains you just haven’t got round to updating. I mean things like rusting radiators, tangled television cords, blinking internet routers and overflowing laundry baskets – essential items that…
Image: Clair Strong Interior Design We all deserve a little more luxury in our lives. Contrary to popular belief, you can make your home look high-end on a tight budget. Whether you’re completely redecorating or just fancy a few updates, here are the tricks all designers use to make a home look luxe: Emphasise Architectural…
IKEA is everyone’s favourite budget-friendly megastore. But therein lies the problem – the whole world and his wife owns the same Billy bookcase. The wonderful thing about IKEA’s mind-bendingly affordable, build-it-yourself furniture is that it lends itself to a good hack. With a bit of imagination and a few tools, you can transform it into…