Home decorating schemes and interior design go through phases of strong theme every few years. In the 1980s and 90s there was a definite shift away from the shmultzy chint rose and floral curtains and carpets over to veyr plain. …
The Shabby Chic Of A Paradise Isle
I was travelling around on my recent hot holidays with a chum who wanted to give me a guided tour of her locality. I am not in any way familiar with the mountain region in the mediterranean isles and this…
Glasgow School Of Art Suffers Massive Fire Again
There have been so many influential designers of houses, indoor decor of houses, and inovating designers of the inside of houses. One such brilliant mind was charles rennie mackintosh – he pioneered a particular style that was so different and…
From Civil War To Country House Style Elegance
I help out at a heritage property near me. One of many in a very small geographical area in fact. There mus have been a great deal of wealth in this quiety part of the country and the powers that…
Out With Schmultzy Roses, In With Plain Lines
There are so many great designs for furniture and effects these days. I rather prefer the sleek modern lines of what we might call minimalist. No fancy or fussy additions. On cushions there won’t be any flouncy edges or frill…
Country Chintz Livened Up With A Little Art Deco
I have a passion for looking at house decorating magazines and there are many more on the market these days. It is absolute heaven. I also have the opoortunity to volunteer at a local country house that opens to the…
Jaunt Down Memory Lane Provides Art Deco Delight
I had the good fortune to be staying down in the south with some good pals – they are great ones for going out and about at weekends, seeking out the unusual. This could include properties to look round, antique…
Look To US Station Artistry For Iconic Style
I have thoroughly enjoyed watching the programme by a certain ex mp, who has now become a reknowned travel writer and racontour. His programmes are primarily to promote rail travel and having almost exhausted the entire uk rail network, using…
From New Starter To Established With Character
When you’re setting up a new home, after your first starter property and now well into making it a proper home, your style tends to change and a different set of values sets in. I can think here of a…
Social History & A Lesson Art Deco Styling
I have a really beautiful big book published last year by the major heritage property charity. I was visiting one of their places up in the peak district and as is my want, I was happily mooching about in the…