With the words “New England”, a host of images comes to mind. A simplicity of design and a wealth of home craftsmanship brings to this look a clean and charming style. Very often it is associated with a coastal theme with the blue and white palette of the ocean a backdrop to interior design. In …
From the foundation of the firm in 1875, the name of Liberty has been most associated with textiles. Liberty silks woven in India but dyed in Leek, Staffordshire by Thomas Waddle produced the range of colours and dyes we most think of when we think of the Liberty print. These deep yellows, peacock blues and …
Animal images have long been popular for decorative inspiration. Most notably fabric and wallpaper have taken the image of the bird in many variations to produce lovely colourful options for your room. Whether is a gentle dove or a dramatic peacock there will be something to suit your taste. The whimsical Chimney Swallows by Designers …
How much time do you spend asleep? Quite a lot. It is estimated that in our life time we will spend an average of 26 years in bed – about 75,000 hours – so it’s important that the bed you choose is comfortable and lasts. As the bed tends to be the focal point in …
In 1883 a man called John Michael Kohler invented the world’s first bathtub. Apparently he took a cast iron horse trough, added four decorative feet to it and covered it in an enamel finish. This invention was really the preserve of the very wealthy and most of the population had no room for washing but …
In the age of gender neutrality and equal opportunity, spare a thought for the over feminised colour pink. It was always pink for a girl’s bedroom and any grown up room with males likely to be spending time in them would be banned from even suggesting a touch of the pink. This is a totally …
I believe there is always a place for beautiful, traditional craftsmanship in any interior design project whether that is a modern building or a traditional style house. The ancient art of embroidery and needlepoint is used in many modern fabrics today. Referencing this design feature in a modern setting will bring depth and purchase to …
The important thing is that a kitchen today needs to be is both practical and sociable. One of the most important and enduring decisions you will have to make is on the flooring. Once this is down its going to be a nightmare to replace and it needs to be both nice to look at …
Circles as a pattern are a very satisfying design that add unity and fun to home decor. In a room which is very box like in dimensions, the introduction of round shapes in the furniture can make a room feel quite different. The lack of edges gives a more organic and complete ambience to combine …
Red – the colour of the vamp, the badge of royalty, the signal for danger. How many different moods and atmospheres can one colour provide? An almost endless variation of shade means that this colour can be used anywhere and everywhere whether in wallpaper, fabrics or paint. But there is a caveat. For most homes, …