Mid-century Magic
Mid-century décor is attractive, versatile and has staying power, with a classic shape and style that is timeless in its appeal. When it came to deciding on designs for my recent flat renovation, I found myself overwhelmed with modern concepts and styles that didn’t truly reflect who I was. With a busy household […]
Silver linings: Armstrong Interiors
It’s coming into winter, so now is the time to start thinking about how you can create a warm and cosy home, without blowing your heating bills. Metropol catches up with award-winning interior designer Angelique Armstrong of Armstrong Interiors about the impact of drapes on style and comfort. How can we dress […]
In full swing
They’re swinging back into fashion; indoor swings, outdoor swings – swings are everywhere! The mid-century, egg-shaped cane swinging chair hung on balconies in the swinging 60s. Recently new renditions swung back into vogue – then they really took off. Something so fun, cool and comfortable won’t just be a passing trend. Hanging securely […]
Heavenly & hands-on gifts: Total Food Equipment
Milestone events, ‘big’ birthdays, and of course weddings are occasions to be marked by meaningful gifts. The ideal gift is not only beautiful, but also useful – infusing every day with a souvenir of a significant event and a thoughtful loved one. Total Food Equipment is a magpie’s paradise of the shiny, the […]
Going Dotty
Décor has us going dotty, as the spotted look steals the show in contemporary abodes. A seasonal throw-back, polka dots have come full circle, after all, they say trends are cyclical and, in this instance, they most certainly are – both in the figurative and literal sense of the expression. But this modern take on […]
