Category Archives: Design Ideas

Suggestions for Integrating Vintage and Modern Decor in Your Home

Posted on June 20, 2024 by Oliver Dempsey

Having lived in an old home ourselves, we’ve gained valuable insights into balancing vintage charm with modern convenience.  Incorporating vintage finds into modern decor can transform a living space, adding character, history, and a unique charm. The key to achieving … Continue reading →

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Dressers to Impress

Posted on December 21, 2019 by Lorna S

Dressers are multi-functional. They provide storage behind closed doors but also display attractive items on open shelves or behind glass doors. Even if contemporary in design, they offer a wholesome traditional atmosphere in a home. If you are looking for … Continue reading →

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Interior Design Trends 2020

Posted on December 14, 2019 by Lorna S

It is that time of year again when we look to the trends for the coming year. If you’re planning on getting a headstart on the interior design trends for 2020, these are the trends to be looking out for:-

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How to make your Home Cosier this Autumn

Posted on August 24, 2019 by Lorna S

It’s still August but the evenings are drawing in, we’re getting April showers and there’s definitely a chill in the air. I see many people have already started lighting their fires and stoves in the evenings. I’ve been tempted to … Continue reading →

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8 Kitchen Seating Ideas

Posted on May 25, 2019 by Lorna S

Dining rooms are becoming a rarity now in many houses. Kitchens have become bigger, often containing a kitchen island (for food preparation and informal meals), and a large kitchen table. Some have space for a couple of armchairs which creates … Continue reading →

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Pergola – creating an extra room in your garden

Posted on May 16, 2019 by Lorna S

As the weather gets warmer and the evenings are brighter, you may be planning on spending more time in the garden – and wishing you had an inviting space to sit and relax in the open air. Maybe you need … Continue reading →

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Interior Design Trends 2019

Posted on December 22, 2018 by Lorna S

Have you started thinking about the decorating needs of your home for 2019? Before you proceed too far, read our post on the latest design trends so you know what design elements are ‘past it’ and what ones are bang … Continue reading →

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Alternative / Additional Christmas Trees

Posted on December 15, 2018 by Lorna S

I’ve noticed a growth in the popularity of Christmas trees this year. Many people are putting up two trees: the artificial one they put up every year and a real tree. There’s also been a move towards Christmas trees with … Continue reading →

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Broken Plan Living: 3 Ways to Achieve It

Posted on November 10, 2018 by Lorna S

Have you heard of ‘broken plan living’? It’s become quite popular in the last two years and is perfect if you want the convenience and space of open plan living yet wish to retain a feeling of traditional separate rooms … Continue reading →

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Five Favourite Flamboyant Sofas

Posted on October 19, 2018 by Lorna S

  If you would like a new sofa by Christmas, you need to go shopping very soon as the lead time can be between six to ten weeks. A new sofa can transform a room, the right sofa will last … Continue reading →

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