Inspiration
Inside the Colourful World of Interior Designer Sean Symington
Traditional, but never too serious. Colourful, collected and full of character. Interior designer Sean Symington has a knack for creating rooms that feel as though... read more
The Language of Materials: Cotton
Cotton has been grown and woven for thousands of years, evolving from ancient textiles into one of the world’s most versatile fabrics. Here we explore... read more
Everyone Looks Better By Lamplight
Why does everyone look better by lamplight? From Vermeer to the Big Light, here’s a quick guide to creating softer, warmer and more flattering lighting... read more
A Chair Isn't Really a Chair Until There's a Lamp Beside It
A good chair gives you somewhere to sit, but the right lamp can turn it into somewhere you actually want to be. From creating cosy... read more
Give Your Eyes Somewhere to Go: The Real Reason Lighting Makes a Room Feel Bigger
Want to make a room feel bigger without moving the furniture? Learn how placing light in all the right places can reveal forgotten corners, give... read more
Decorate for Yourself: the Rather Lovely Idea Behind “Joy Drenching”
What if the best decorating rule was simply: do you love it? Discover the thinking behind joy drenching and why trusting your instincts, from unexpected... read more
How one lamp can change a room (and a room can change your life)
A well-placed lamp can completely change how a space looks, feels and functions. It can turn an unused chair into an inviting reading spot, make... read more
The Language Of Materials: Brass
Warm, versatile and endlessly adaptable, brass has been shaping beautiful interiors for over two millennia. We explore how this remarkable metal evolved from Roman luxury... read more
Home Lighting Ideas: The Dark is Doing Half the Work
Beautiful home lighting isn't about eliminating every shadow. In fact, darkness is doing half the work. Discover how layering light, embracing contrast and placing lamps... read more