One thing I’ve learnt after styling homes is that the rooms people remember aren’t necessarily the biggest or the most expensive. They’re the ones with a little surprise. I call them ‘conversation starters’: a sculptural stool used instead of a side table, a tapestry replacing traditional artwork, or a glossy lacquered piece in an otherwise…
Can we talk about duvet covers for a second? I love them, genuinely love them. Wash the cover weekly like a top sheet, keep the insert clean underneath, never deal with a bulky comforter situation. The system is perfect. Except for the part where you have to put the thing back on. If you’ve ever…
Psst hey. We’ve got one week left. How is your house looking? Is the table still clear? Excellent. You’ve got this, but just in case you are joining us, here’s a list of everything we have covered in our Countdown to Turkey Day. Yesterday’s task was to confirm the number of guests, as it gives…
Benjamin Moore Halo is a soft off-white neutral with green-grey undertones that can read greige in some spaces. Halo works beautifully to create a tranquil atmosphere in any space. The other day I shared the details on our Dining Room wallpaper mural wall and how much I love the hit of energy and drama it…
The Algarve: What We Did One of the highlights of our time in the Algarve was a boat tour along the coast that took us into several sea caves including the famous Benagil Cave. If you’ve ever seen photos of the Algarve coastline, chances are you’ve seen this cave – it’s the iconic one with…
A pea gravel patio can be easy, affordable, and beautiful. Pea gravel patio pros and cons and tips to DIY this project in your yard. Are you considering installing a pea gravel patio in your yard? Today I’m sharing pea gravel patio pros and cons, as well as the steps for DIYing this project. A few…
Texas-based tiny house manufacturer Platinum Cottages has designed the Cardinal tiny house, and it is up for grabs through RRC Athens, a Park Model dealer in Texas. Packing a gourmet kitchen, a spacious living room, and two bedrooms (one with a walk-in closet), the Cardinal is one of the more spacious tiny homes we’ve covered…
Airy and spacious interiors are so much more attractive than those that are characterless and empty. Moreover, a beautifully designed home can uplift your mood. That’s why one recent client turned to Decorilla for help. She needed a peaceful space full of life, perfect for bonding with her hubby and adult children. And the result…
When architect Nick Varey received the brief for Moraine House, one request stopped him in his tracks. For more than two decades, the clients, a couple based primarily outside Cambridge, made use of their two-bedroom, two-bathroom Marylebone flat—located in a Portman Estate mansion block dating back to the 1890s—a few nights a week mainly for…
Having a plethora of cabinet handle choices can be a double-edged sword. It’s fun at the start, but eventually you’re left crippling with decision paralysis. And whilst you’re spiralling, your drawers are handle-less, leaving you prying them open with a spoon. Not ideal. Can’t visualize which finish or color will work? Fallen in love with…