I have always viewed minimalism as cold and unrealistic. Homes have ‘stuff’ and decoration makes a room more fun, interesting and homely. Yes? However, with my New Years resolution being ‘stress less’ I have found myself looking for ways to streamline my chores, especially the housework. Did you know that living in a cluttered environment, can increase levels of the…
Decorating Cosy Corners
Across my styling journey, I have stumbled upon a repetitive problem, decorating corners. We prioritise all our necessary and essential items and fill the floor space, and sometimes ignore the angular spaces where the walls meet. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not saying every corner of a home should be filled, negative space is good too,…
The Secret to Decorating an Open Plan Living Space
The popularity of open plan living has made my job as a designer that bit harder. Small rooms with purpose have boundaries and constraints that ironically make styling decisions easier. Open plan living whilst being spacious and social, can be difficult to decorate just right. Large open areas can end up looking a little chaotic,…
Modern Meets Farmhouse Vibe of Jenni Kayne
Jenni Kayne is a young American designer and mother whose decorating ideas inspire me. I love the way she describes her style as comfortable yet chic, simple yet refined and sophisticated yet liveable and her airy Californian home is so beautiful, I had to show it to you. Soaring glass windows and beautiful beams of reclaimed…
