Transforming wardrobes: how to take back control of your wardrobe with HomePlus and ClosetPro
Whether planning a new build or enhancing a current bedroom, there is a large range of wardrobe styles to complement your home and personal style for any budget. With customisable design details, updated sliding wardrobe doors can even double as a contemporary room feature. The sky is the limit, with the ability to […]
Mellow yellow: interior designers are bringing the sunshine inside with yellow decor
In the past, yellow has suffered from a bit of an image problem. But it seems interior designers have launched a full-blown PR campaign advocating for its acceptance into the colour hall of fame and public perception of this sunny shade is looking up. Once treated as somewhat of an enigma, it’s now […]
Redefining lounging: Wilson & Dorset want to take people into a 21st century approach to living areas
Amanda Dorset and her husband Ben Wilson are on a mission to transform the way people live in their homes. Their business, Wilson & Dorset, aims to “redefine lounging”. “People follow this old-fashioned method of setting up their living space, with the traditional three-seater couch, two armchairs and a rug with a coffee […]
A metallic moment: make your home shine with the trend that keeps on giving
Metallics have been having their ‘moment’ in the homewares spotlight for the longest time now, with their prevailing popularity suggesting they won’t be leaving any time soon. Which is rather an exciting prospect, when it comes to our inner-magpies. Long gone are the days when the fixtures in our houses – taps, handles, […]
Vintage vibes: get the look in your home
There’s something deliciously authentic about 20, 30 and 40 year old homewares with their ability to bring a well-loved homeliness and cosy warmth to a space. The prevailing popularity of the vintage vibe has seen it become an enduring style staple with a quality that transcends time. And, with the cyclical nature of […]
New lease on life: you don’t have to say goodbye to old favourites anymore thanks to McDonald and Hartshorne
There is much satisfaction in bringing a new lease of life to a well-loved piece of furniture and that is McDonald and Hartshorne’s specialty. “Customers are often amazed at our ability to return furniture to its former glory, or even better,” says Steve McDonald. “The work may be painstaking and require absolute attention […]
Green with envy: make this classic colour a part of your home and you won’t regret it
It’s not surprising that this nature-inspired colour is the one most closely associated with envy, because that’s exactly what you’ll be inducing in visitors to your humble abode if you style with this sophisticated shade. With some traditional textures such as velvet and timber following this hue into the homewares realm, why not […]
Creating Cosy: making a space fit for the long winter “hibernation”
Though hibernation is strictly associated with the animal kingdom, it’s not far removed from the human instinct to hunker down in the cooler months. With the weather now beginning its downward descent, it’s an opportune time to harness the power of colours and textiles to create the cosiest of winter retreats. Not only […]
Popular new pairing: black and blue is trending it’s way into our homes (and hearts)
Not so long ago, black and blue were considered a sartorial sin. Now, not only has this match-made in heaven pairing marched its way down the catwalk, but it’s equally marched its way into our homes and hearts. Taking their cues from the fashion world, design darlings of the décor world have been […]
Dreamy denim decor: get inspo for your home from this fashion classic
The sartorial centrepiece of so many memorable outfits, from James Dean’s rebellious revolution to Britney and Justin’s infamous denim double-up, there’s nothing more iconic than denim. Decade after decade this style staple maintains its place on the ‘latest looks’ lists. Beloved for its timeless appeal and ‘dress up dress down’ versatility, it’s always […]
