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Habitat’s Key Trends for Autumn Winter 2017

I would love to work in the Habitat studio, the designers travel the globe going to exhibitions, design shows, markets and workshops seeking inspiration. What a job! After their initial research, the products are designed and sourced. The company ethos is to celebrate the craft and the skills of the maker and artist. They re-imagine… Continue reading Habitat’s Key Trends for Autumn Winter 2017

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IKEA’s key trends for Autumn Winter 2017

June and July are the months of press shows, where stylists, journalists and bloggers all get to view next years offerings. Who doesn't own at least one piece of Ikea furniture? Well their press show was impressive. The key looks for Winter 2017 and Spring 2018 include Loft Industrial highlights with a bigger focus on… Continue reading IKEA’s key trends for Autumn Winter 2017

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Breathing Colour by Hella Jongerius

  A series of newly commissioned installations, exploring our perceptions and connections to colour. Research, art and design combine in works that challenge the modern industrialization of colour. Drawing on 15 years of research, acclaimed designer Hella Jongerius presents Breathing Colour: an installation-based exhibition that takes a deeper look at how colour behaves. Jonerius’ research… Continue reading Breathing Colour by Hella Jongerius

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The Art of Living with Nature

50 beautiful projects to bring the outside in. This week is British flower week so I make no excuse for reviewing a second book by the talented Willow Crossley.   She is currently in the news with her new venture a Cotswold inn. The inn shows off her imaginative and playful approach to interiors. Swan… Continue reading The Art of Living with Nature