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.
Design Edit: Bar Trolleys
Is it really Christmas until the Bar Trolley is fully stocked?! The perfect entertaining companion, and a fabulous opportunity for a bit of festive styling, the Bar Trolley is your Christmas friend. So, if you're in search of the perfect bar trolley for the holiday...
Colour Conversation: What’s your favourite Colour?
What’s your favourite colour? Interiors: How colour makes you feel. I’ve been working with the very talented Garden Designer, Melissa Morton recently. Back in the summer she did some work on my garden for me and I helped her out with some interior design. A neat...
Behind the Brand with Kirath Ghundoo
Effortlessly cool, with an utterly stunning range of luxury, non-repeating geometric and bespoke wallpapers, Kirath Ghundoo has a design studio to watch. It’s no surprise then that she has worked on projects across the world and was nominated for an Elle Decoration...
Black Friday: Shopping Considered
Is it just me, or is Black Friday more like Black November this year?? I’ve had emails with Black Friday discounts pinging into my inbox for what seems like weeks now. Now don’t get me wrong, I love a bargain as much as anyone but this year’s seemingly exaggerated...
Design Edit: Advent Calendars
I love Advent, like really love Advent. I can't think of a better way to spend a whole month; anticipation, excitement. A countdown. I love a countdown! What I don't love so much are the mass-produced, chocolate advent calendars which when you need 5 (yes, the cat and...
Design Edit: Quirky Cushions
Brighten up the increasingly dark Autumnal nights with one of these quirky cushions. Everyone needs a little pick-me-up at this time of year and a new cushion is an easy way to add a pop of something to make you smile. Here are my favourites, all guaranteed to add...
Behind the Brand with Emma O’Brennan Pizer
Beautiful inkings of nature form the basis of Emma’s beautiful brand. Beetles, moths and fabulous deep sea creatures feature across wallcoverings, fabrics and a selection of homewares. Detailed patterns, vivid colour and texture are found throughout Emma’s work. One...
Design Edit: Floor Lamps
I know, I know, it's that time of year when we all start talking about lighting, and cosy corners. But as it gets dark and cold outside, getting your lighting right inside makes sure you have that welcoming, relaxing space to come home to. I'm not suggesting you get...
Behind the Brand: Hazel Fernandes Designs
Hazel Fernandes' passion for pattern and colour translates directly into her designs. Her brand is beautifully bold, bringing together a kaleidoscopic collection of opulent colours, aquatic and botanical patterns and the flowing forms of Art Nouveau. I’ve met Hazel a...
Design Edit: Bonfire Party
Bonfire Night! The last stop before Christmas. It's cold, it's dark; surely that's excuse enough to light a fire and have a party?! Rustic tones with a touch of metallic shimmer create the perfect backdrop for an autumnal garden gathering with friends. Wrap up warm,...
Behind the Brand: Poppy Westwell
It is just over a year ago since I first met Poppy at Design Week. I instantly fell in love with her luscious fabrics and wallpapers. Bright, bold and colourful, they possess a true elegance. There’s a real integrity and beauty to Poppy’s work which is influenced by...
Behind the Brand: Ilkley London
I met Kathryn, founder of Ilkley London, earlier this year in London on a Sophie Robinson and Fiona Humberstone colour workshop. As I’m based in Ilkley, my ears pricked up when I heard Kathryn talking about her business, Ilkley London; a little reminder that we live...