Behind the Easel with Cher Deaville

Cher's work is bold and beautiful yet subtle and intricate. Her love of florals resonates with me, and her current work which uses thin layers of watercolour is really something special. In this conversation, Cher shares how she works, her inspiration and why she once...

Behind-the-Easel with Lucy Beale

This week's "Behind-the-Easel" features artist, Lucy Beale. Working with oils, to create semi abstract landscapes, Lucy's work is evocative; playing with colour and inspired by the changing light and transient nature of her surroundings. Taking inspiration from the...

Behind-the-Easel with Philippa Horne

I'm really excited to feature artist, Philippa Horne. I have known Philippa for years. Whenever I need artwork framing, her workshop and gallery (Weaverbird Workshop) in Ilkley is my go-to. But, as well as being a brilliant framer (I trust her advice completely) and...

Behind-the-Easel with Lisa Metcalfe

A Conversation with Lisa Metcalfe If you're not familiar with Lisa and her work, then you're in for a treat! Working with mixed media, she cleverly uses colour and mark-making to create beautiful art which has a real sense of movement. There's an ease and lightness in...

How to find inspiration for your interiors

Interior Inspiration: Where to find it... It has been a while since I took some time out. To be creative, to gather inspiration. Design Week was well timed this year. After a busy start to the year, designing for clients and growing the business, I needed some time to...

5 Reasons to Engage an Interior Designer

Everyone wants a beautiful home. A home where function and form are perfectly balanced. In an age where our homes are often our workspace and our retreat from the world, good design isn't optional; it's essential. Everyone deserves to live and work in spaces that make...

Why I dislike interior trends (and how to decorate for you in 2023)

It might not be the fashionable thing to say but, I really dislike the new year obsession with interior trends. Almost everywhere you look in December and January there's an article telling you what will be on-trend in the next year. Of course, we'll always see trends...

BEHIND THE EASEL WITH BOO COMPTON

I came across Boo's work for the first time on Instagram. Her work embraces colour and texture, all within strong visual graphics. It is striking, beautiful and bold. I've loved finding out more about Boo; previously a graphic designer, and now a full time artist. Her...

How to design a nursery you love

Nothing makes my heart sing quite as much as getting the opportunity to design a nursery. The joy, the expectation; the start of a new chapter in someone's story. But if you're designing your own nursery space, where do you start? Pinterest is full of gorgeous nursery...

Behind the Easel with Andy Waite

A CONVERSATION WITH ANDY WAITE Andy's work stopped me in my tracks. I discovered him through Instagram where he showcases his paintings. His work is beautiful and ethereal; he uses colour with delicacy and in a way which delivers such impact. There's a life to his...

The Inside Story…

Welcome to The Inside Story where we share our love of interiors and design, helping you design spaces which tell your story.

Behind the Easel with Cher Deaville

Behind the Easel with Cher Deaville

Cher's work is bold and beautiful yet subtle and intricate. Her love of florals resonates with me, and her current work which uses thin layers of watercolour is really something special. In this conversation, Cher shares how she works, her inspiration and why she once...

read more
Behind-the-Easel with Lucy Beale

Behind-the-Easel with Lucy Beale

This week's "Behind-the-Easel" features artist, Lucy Beale. Working with oils, to create semi abstract landscapes, Lucy's work is evocative; playing with colour and inspired by the changing light and transient nature of her surroundings. Taking inspiration from the...

read more
Behind-the-Easel with Philippa Horne

Behind-the-Easel with Philippa Horne

I'm really excited to feature artist, Philippa Horne. I have known Philippa for years. Whenever I need artwork framing, her workshop and gallery (Weaverbird Workshop) in Ilkley is my go-to. But, as well as being a brilliant framer (I trust her advice completely) and...

read more
How to find inspiration for your interiors

How to find inspiration for your interiors

Interior Inspiration: Where to find it... It has been a while since I took some time out. To be creative, to gather inspiration. Design Week was well timed this year. After a busy start to the year, designing for clients and growing the business, I needed some time to...

read more
5 Reasons to Engage an Interior Designer

5 Reasons to Engage an Interior Designer

Everyone wants a beautiful home. A home where function and form are perfectly balanced. In an age where our homes are often our workspace and our retreat from the world, good design isn't optional; it's essential. Everyone deserves to live and work in spaces that make...

read more
BEHIND THE EASEL WITH BOO COMPTON

BEHIND THE EASEL WITH BOO COMPTON

I came across Boo's work for the first time on Instagram. Her work embraces colour and texture, all within strong visual graphics. It is striking, beautiful and bold. I've loved finding out more about Boo; previously a graphic designer, and now a full time artist. Her...

read more
How to design a nursery you love

How to design a nursery you love

Nothing makes my heart sing quite as much as getting the opportunity to design a nursery. The joy, the expectation; the start of a new chapter in someone's story. But if you're designing your own nursery space, where do you start? Pinterest is full of gorgeous nursery...

read more
Behind the Easel with Andy Waite

Behind the Easel with Andy Waite

A CONVERSATION WITH ANDY WAITE Andy's work stopped me in my tracks. I discovered him through Instagram where he showcases his paintings. His work is beautiful and ethereal; he uses colour with delicacy and in a way which delivers such impact. There's a life to his...

read more
DESIGN EDIT: COSY FIRESIDE

DESIGN EDIT: COSY FIRESIDE

The nights are drawing in and it's most definitely jumper weather. It's that time to make inside feel cosy. To light the candles, and layer your sofas with blankets and throws. It's that time when surely there's nothing better than curling up in front of a roaring...

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BEHIND-THE-EASEL WITH JO DUERDEN

BEHIND-THE-EASEL WITH JO DUERDEN

A CONVERSATION WITH ARTIST, JO DUERDEN If you're looking for art to make you smile; to wrap you up and give you a hug, then you'll love Jo's work. There is an energy about her work which is infectious. Jo's enthusiasm for her work, and her love of colour is evident...

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