A Cotswold Country House Renovation
The Cotswolds is one of my favourite places to visit in the UK, in fact my mothers sister used to live in a wee cottage in Bourton on the Water, a pic...
15-06-2018 19:12
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A Stunning San Juan Interior
Interior designers, Blackband Design create the perfect home...Blackband are genius at designing warm and interesting interiors. Usually their homes s...
28-05-2018 19:13
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Thibaut, High Point, Spring 2018 Designs
At the recent Spring 2018 Fair at High Point, Thibaut showcased their latest works and the the designs of Anna French.Wallpaper, fabrics and furniture...
12-05-2018 19:12
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Small Space Dining
Photo by Kate Jackson DesignSorry for the few weeks silence, I was away for nearly a week over Easter and have thrown myself into my art since I retur...
30-04-2018 19:11
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Decorating Easter Style
Photo by Virginia BurneyEaster for most is an indication of Spring, maybe a long awaited break from the monotony of work and a joyous time to spend w...
30-03-2018 19:13
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Australian Interior Designer, Natalee Bowen's take on Hampto
Above: Sub tropical palms bring an instant coastal feel to a homeOne of my favourite designers a little closer to home is Natalee Bowen, based in Pert...
08-03-2018 19:09
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Which Shade of Blue Denotes a Restful Interior
 Design by Cottage Company of Harbor SpringsBlue and white are my favourite combination, however as blue comes in many shades and tones, what blue wo...
22-02-2018 19:09
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Perfectly Charming Home in Balboa
I cannot praise the designers at Black Band enough, everything they touch is just so perfect, from the grandest homes to more modest projects, design...
02-02-2018 19:07
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Coastal Style on Lido Island
Three of my favourite things, Blackband design, blue and white and coastal style, add them together and you have a beautifully designed coastal inter...
08-01-2018 19:10
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Adding Character to a Home with Solid Wood Flooring
Above - My 1940\'s cottage with solid wood floorsIf you are building a new house or renovating, one way to add charm and character is with solid wood ...
20-12-2017 19:09
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Mud Spaces for Small Hallways
1. The perfect mini mudroom - image by Charlie Kingham Not everyone has the luxury of a separate mudroom, however, with some thoughtful design, even ...
13-12-2017 19:08
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A Bold Take on a San Diego Beach Cottage
Image via CM Natural Designs CompanyA beach cottage should be decorated in a relaxed style, however that doesn\'t mean you can\'t inject some colour a...
05-12-2017 19:08
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A Traditional Style Bathroom with a Modern Touch
This is a bathroom that goes above and beyond a small space for passing through. The designer has put her creative and architectural knowledge into ...
19-10-2017 19:12
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A Modern Take on Chinoiserie
1. A chinoiserie design painted cabinetChinoiserie, a strange word some might say, others may conjure up a mix of patterns depicting birds and flowers...
07-10-2017 19:08
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Hamptons Style on the Sunshine Coast
Although we Kiwi\'s claim the \'pavlova\' as ours, looking at this gorgeous Sunshine Coast home, I believe that Hamptons style may have snuck into Aus...
04-09-2017 19:07
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Unique Gifts and Homeware
1. Fur and Flowers dog doormat - US$25Often it is hard to find that perfect gift or special item for the home that is not mass produced, so when I dis...
25-08-2017 19:09
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Designers Guild - William Yeoward Philippine Wallpapers
1I can\'t get enough blue and white in my home, so when I saw Designers Guild\'s William Yeoward Philippine Wallpapers, it was instant love and instan...
14-08-2017 19:09
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Indah Island's Blue and White Style
If you follow my blog you will know I am totally obsessed by blue and white interiors, a timeless combination that never fails to transport me to holi...
08-08-2017 19:07
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Decorating a Holiday Rental - The Kitchen/Dining Space
Above: A holiday rental in Alabama with cabinets by Vance and Sons Want to find out how to create a desirable holiday home on a limited budget, today...
26-07-2017 19:06
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A Transitional Home in California
Image via Thomas Towne ReavyAs a design blogger I am exposed to many styles and without a doubt I am drawn to interiors with a more transitional look....
14-07-2017 19:08
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Decorating a Holiday Rental - Part One, Living Room
This holiday rental was designed by Vanessa Wood Interiors The past few weeks I have been focusing on rental properties with advice on curb appeal, h...
29-06-2017 19:07
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Photographing a Holiday Rental
Above - A holiday rental beautifully styled and photographed for a client by Vanessa Wood InteriorsMy blog is very much about beautiful images and t...
21-06-2017 19:08
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A Nantucket Beach House
I haven\'t posted a house tour for a couple of weeks, so I thought you would enjoy touring this gorgeous Nantucket beach house.This beautiful home has...
19-06-2017 19:14
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Home Staging a Rental Property
The perfect living room - Image via Last week I posted tips to attract the right tenants to your rental property, focusing on it\'s exterior and curb...
10-06-2017 19:06
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Curb Appeal - First Impressions
Image via They say, "first impressions count", and this couldn\'t be closer to the truth when it comes to the curb appeal of a home, I don\'t just me...
25-05-2017 19:12
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Upholstered Headboard Inspiration
Image via Designer, Public/PrivateA couple of years ago I posted a tutorial on a simple DIY upholstered headboard with step by step instructions. I u...
03-05-2017 19:11
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Hamptons Style in Queensland
Today I want to share a gorgeous home, a bit closer to home, well only 3 hours flight away in Queensland, Australia. Hamptons is a classic, timeless ...
24-04-2017 19:13
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Blue and White Mediterranean Style
I\'ve always said no matter where you live, country, seaside or suburbs, you can evoke a feeling of being anywhere with thoughtful interior and garden...
14-04-2017 19:08
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Beautiful Hamptons Beach House - Part Two
Earlier this week I shared the most gorgeous Hamptons beach house, there were so many images, I didn\'t get a chance to post all of them, however, I p...
18-03-2017 19:05
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Beautiful Hamptons Beach House - Part One
This stunning home epitomises all that a beach house should be with its calm, coastal appeal, yet at the same time it feels sophisticated and its lig...
14-03-2017 19:06
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Making an Entrance - A Black Door
Just as a white door can look striking against a black or grey house, a black door against white or pale grey paintwork can look amazing. However, if ...
06-03-2017 19:07
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Summer Loving, Los Angeles - Summer Patio Ideas
1. Above - Light grey is a great colour for the exterior of a house. If you have other out buildings in view, keep the same colour palette.Since my li...
14-02-2017 19:18
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Modern Farmhouse - A Fresh Take on Farmhouse Style
Photo by Lindye Galloway DesignA little traditional, a little modern...No offence to those who feel a farmhouse should be shabby chic or rustic, a new...
03-02-2017 19:11
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An East Hamptons Cottage
1The photographer of this charming cottage certainly tweaked my interest when I saw this shot, these cute little guys may look a bit apprehensive abou...
24-01-2017 19:11
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Black and White Never Fails to Impress
Photography - Mark PinkertonBlack and white is a powerful combination but how much is too much and how can it be softened to create a beautiful interi...
16-01-2017 19:06
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The Perfect Home Office/Study 'Nook'
I am finally back after a long Christmas/New Year break from blogging and I\'ve have had a pretty lazy holiday, apart from Christmas day where I had 1...
09-01-2017 19:10
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A Christmas House Tour
I love to peek inside the homes of other bloggers, especially when they are decked out for the holidays, these talented people may not be trained inte...
22-12-2016 19:17
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A Colourful Christmas House Tour
Pops of pink (raspberry), gold and green are used throughout this home as a theme for their Christmas decorating.Maria Killam has designed this home f...
15-12-2016 19:08
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Are you Looking for Christmas Decorating Ideas - Traditional
Keeping it simple with candy stripe ribbon - Image by Tobi Fairley Interior Design My Christmas decorations are usually out in full force by now b...
13-12-2016 19:06
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Beyond this Facade - Lies a Garden Guest House
Beyond the facade of this Stockbridge townhouse, lies a charming, garden, guest cottage, I currently have an obsession with garden buildings after com...
02-12-2016 19:08
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A Contemporary, Californian Farmhouse
As a design blogger, I am constantly looking at beautiful homes and gathering ideas for myself and others and I believe this exposure has influenced m...
22-11-2016 19:11
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The Perfect English, Country Cottage
The epitome of an English, country cottage conjures images of those pictures we see on chocolate boxes and English postcards. Quaint, thatched roof bu...
09-11-2016 19:12
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An Italian style Villa in Greece
Of course a Greek bathroom has to be marbleToday I thought I\'d whisk you away to the blue skies and azure seas of Greece, where a short stroll away f...
04-11-2016 19:09
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An English Coastal Cottage in Beaulieu
 symmetry is perfect for an entrance, it creates a sense of balance and is the perfect introduction Most coastal homes featured on my blog are usual...
26-10-2016 19:11
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A Shed for All Seasons
The perfect garden shed/studio is as much about the outside and how you integrate it into your garden as it is the inside and how you decorate it. Thi...
15-10-2016 19:15
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Trending - Garden Studios/She Sheds/Man Caves
The geometric tiles on the floor in this studio are perfect for indoor/outdoor living and the pattern adds interest to the otherwise white interior."G...
04-10-2016 19:12
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A Coastal Retreat by Digs Design Company
Living by the coast is a must for me, I might be able to swap it for the country if I had acres and a horse, but being able to walk my little dog alon...
22-09-2016 19:10
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Front Entry - Curb Appeal on a Budget
Photograph via Alpana.deshmukh on InstagramThe first impression you receive of a home is the exterior, so the exterior of your home should be as invit...
13-09-2016 19:08
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Spaces I Love - From Blackband Design
One of my favourite US Designers is Blackband Design and this weeks \'Spaces I love\' comes from one of their Newport Harbour Projects.What is it abou...
08-09-2016 19:07
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A Traditional Interior With a Little 'Jour De Vivre'
Recently I featured a contemporary coastal design from Interior designer, Anna Braund, today I want to share another project by Anna, but this time a...
30-08-2016 19:06
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Tips on Choosing Art for a Coastal Inspired or Hamptons Inte
Photo by Blackband Design -Â I chose this image of water because of the restful movement and colours. This art would also work well in a bedroom becau...
23-08-2016 19:10
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