The array of different sofas available to choose from these days is simply staggering, and while that may seem daunting at first, it should be embraced as a good thing, as it means there is an excellent chance of finding something that’s a perfect fit for your room, at the right price to meet your […]
The boundary between the indoors and the outside world is one many of us like to blur from time to time, whether to feel closer to nature, or just to freshen up our homes during the winter months. Here are ten of the best – and easiest – ways to give your interiors that outdoor […]
There’s a difference between making your loft accessible, and a true loft conversion – it should be about more than just putting down a few boards over the exposed rafters. Here are five things to think about when transforming your loft from neglected storage space into an extra room on your house. 1. Treading the […]
Many of us have grand visions when it comes to interior design, but with a blank canvas it can be a difficult task knowing where to begin. Decorating and furnishing a space is an overwhelming process for everyone; some people just feel the pressure of perfectionism more than others and this additional stress can easily […]
Feng shui is probably the most ancient form of interior design known to modern man, having been around for several thousands of years. Interestingly though, you might not realise that your property probably already conforms to the fundamental feature of early feng shui – alignment with the sun. As early as 4,000 BC (and possibly […]
If your idea of adding texture to your room is a lone fluffy cushion perched in the corner of your sofa, then it might be time to get adventurous. There are countless ways to add texture to your room, and they don’t have to include Artex or Anaglypta. In fact, ‘texture’ doesn’t have to be […]
You might say the kitchen is the heart of the home, but the living room is probably where you spend most of your time – many of us eat there, relax there, watch TV there, and socialise with guests there, making it important to have a versatile space. Here are 10 simple steps towards creating […]
Interior design can be just as much fun to read about as it is to do to your own home, and blogs give a great insight into trends, as well as a sneaky glimpse behind the closed doors of other people’s houses. Here are five of our favourite interior design blogs, with the reasons why […]
Buying a sofa is quite an investment for most people. It’s a place where you spend a lot of time relaxing and socialising and is a big feature of any room, often dictating the décor surrounding it, so you want to get it absolutely right when making your choice. Where an ordinary sofa just won’t […]
If someone says Chesterfield Sofa, you conjure up images of splendour, finery and wealthy upper classes from years gone by. You can almost see the impeccably dressed gentleman taking refuge in his study on his Chesterfield, sipping brandy and smoking cigars or the beautifully adorned ladies perched on their Chesterfield Suites sipping tea. Still to […]
