There is a transformative power of sustainable design to improve our living spaces but also the quality of our lives. Essential elements like light, air quality, sleep, and technology affect – positively or negatively – our lives and our health. Think, for example, about the quality of your sleep. Imagine sleeping in a bed frame… Continue reading Beyond sustainability. How sustainable interior design can create a healthier home
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Less is more: create a minimalistic living room with these contemporary mantlepiece styling insights.
Creating a mantlepiece that elevates a contemporary living room is all about finding a balance between simplicity and visual interest. A mantlepiece can be a focal point of elegance and purpose within the living room, adding both functional and aesthetic allure to the space. Additionally, a mantlepiece can provide an ideal stage for photos, artwork,… Continue reading Less is more: create a minimalistic living room with these contemporary mantlepiece styling insights.
Navigating the emotional stages of a home renovation
Renovations are more than just blueprints and construction. They encompass a whirlwind of emotions often overshadowed by the logistical and technical intricacies. Drawing from our extensive experience, we understand the nuances of this journey and take immense care in offering our busy clientele an enjoyable and seamless experience. It all starts with transparent communication. Embarking… Continue reading Navigating the emotional stages of a home renovation
Colour drenching. Aka monochrome colour scheme. What is it and why it works
COLOUR DRENCHING. AKA MONOCHROME COLOUR SCHEME. WHAT IS IT AND WHY IT WORKS Everyone is loving colour drenching. Living rooms, kitchens and bedrooms are receiving a total colour-match makeover that is sweeping across the decorating world. So, what exactly is colour drenching and why it’s worth considering it? Room decorating and painting trends have evolved over… Continue reading Colour drenching. Aka monochrome colour scheme. What is it and why it works
How to choose your dream sofa
The ultimate guide to choosing the perfect sofa Choosing your new sofa is not always easy. Contemporary sofas have become multifunctional islands in the centre of our living rooms, one of the places where we rest, sleep, play, socialise and often work. They will prompt conversations and embrace you in your lonely moments, offer help… Continue reading How to choose your dream sofa
Designing interiors for well-being
Designing for wellbeing: how your home environment can affect your health and well-being. Space has the ability to affect and influence our emotions and perceptions through multiple factors such as color, light, and geometry, right down to the very materials that are used in its construction. Walls, floors, furniture, but also soft furnishing, decor and… Continue reading Designing interiors for well-being
How to incorporate art into your home decor
4 WAYS TO WEAVE ART INTO YOUR HOME GOING CREATIVE AND AFFORDABLE Our homes need art, now more than ever. Incorporating art into our homes is often something we dream about. A work of art is an immensely important part of a home decor and may become the most prominent focal point in the room.… Continue reading How to incorporate art into your home decor
3 sofa styles to check
Three sofa styles to check and how to make them work in your room. Contemporary. A contemporary sofa combines clean, sleek lines and generous proportions. Expect deep seats, lower back, larger sizes. Ideal choice for family time and lounging. Chrome sky legs can be a feature too. Traditionally rather squared, their lines are now much… Continue reading 3 sofa styles to check
Space and creativity. A fascinating dialogue
An exhibition in Paris. One of my favorite photographers. A woman. A flat with its unfinished, slightly decadent and yes, so Parisian beauty, where she spent her childhood and adolescence. With its ever changing light and atmosphere, this familiar space offered that natural playground to take the first steps into photography and to make her… Continue reading Space and creativity. A fascinating dialogue
How to style your home (be)fore Xmas
With festive carols already in the air, everyone is ravaging for tips to style their house for Christmas. Hopefully I will not disappoint you but this is NOT another blog post about it. There is plenty out there for you to look for. I am trying to lure you into focusing on those small details… Continue reading How to style your home (be)fore Xmas
How to create a cohesive interior
The ultimate easy to follow guide to coordinate colours, furniture and furnishings and create an inviting look that fits into your budget. If you googled “how to create a cohesive look in your home or room” you would be overwhelmed with expert’s posts and tips. First of all what does cohesion mean in interior design… Continue reading How to create a cohesive interior
Second hand? Is not second best
Save money, go sustainable and support local businesses and charities. How to create your unique style with second hand furniture. Second hand is never a second best, I will never reiterate that enough. Shopping local and second hand can bring a new depth and character into your space as well as supporting local business and charities… Continue reading Second hand? Is not second best
Master bedroom makeover
I wanted a bedroom which was stylish yet not polished, a place infused with relaxed beauty, somewhere in between a den and a boudoir. The large south facing window allowed for accent walls but solid walls did not seem to bring the sense of laid back and cozy ambience I was after. I had these… Continue reading Master bedroom makeover