Inspiration
The Profound Pleasure of a Well-Made Thing
There's something deeply satisfying about a beautifully made object. The reassuring weight of solid brass, the smoothness of glass, the intricate patterns of handmade marbled... read more
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
Nature in Pattern: Why flowers, leaves and birds fill the design archives
Why do so many textile patterns feature flowers, leaves and birds? From Arts & Crafts design to today’s interiors, nature has always shaped the way... read more
The Secret of Historic Prints: Why they still work today
Why do historic patterns still look so right in modern interiors? From the art of the repeat to our enduring love of nature, the answer... read more
Brilliant Lighting Upgrades for Renters (No Electrician Needed!)
You can transform your lighting without electricians, drilling marathons or panicked calls to the letting agent. Think of this as your cosy, practical guide to... read more
Not Your Grandma’s Chandelier: Modern Statement Styles for Every Home
Time to banish outdated notions about chandeliers. Today's modern chandeliers are fresh, sculptural statement pieces that work beautifully in small homes, modern flats and a... read more
British Design Houses: Morris, Sanderson & the Light Shades They Inspired
How can you tell your Morris & Co from your GP & J Baker – and why do these historic British design houses still matter... read more
Meet Rohan Blacker – lovely lamps, happy accidents and ten years on from founding Pooky
Our founder – and prolific creator of lovely lamps – Rohan Blacker reflects on a decade of Pooky business… read more
The Eight Ages of Light – a brief history of home lighting, from Ancient Rome to Pooky rechargeables
Pooky’s guide to two thousand years of interior lighting – and what it tells us about humans and their homes… read more