According to the latest census, “generation rent” is on the rise. Home ownership over the past decade has fallen with 5m households now private renting. Meanwhile, estate agent Chestertons has seen 8%…
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Our guide to creating good feng shui in the home
This Sunday (22 January) marks the start of Chinese New Year, the Year of the Rabbit which symbolises longevity, peace and prosperity. 2023 is predicted to be a year of hope, so…
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Groovy interiors: how to get the pared-back 70s look
The 70s are back! The decade of avocado bathrooms and shag pile carpets is having a revival – thankfully though, in an updated and far more refined way. According to Elise Taylor…
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Celebrate reading: how to create a home library
One of the best things about autumn is curling up under a blanket and reading a good book. September is all about celebrating books – last week we had National Read a…
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Japanese minimalism: create that zen-like feeling in the home
Autumn’s here already. Embrace the season of change by letting go – organising, decluttering and making space for a calm and harmonious home. Over the years, a movement that continues to grow…
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The hallway: how to make a good entrance
The hallway is often overlooked, despite being the first room you enter when arriving home. You may not spend a lot of time there, but nevertheless, it’s still one that deserves some…
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Press refresh: Three books to read for new home inspiration
New year, new start! And what better way to kickstart 2022 than by having a light-bulb moment when discovering new ideas for your home? By now most of us are pretty comfortable…
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Dig Deep for Sweet Dreams
Futon Company says: Now that it’s the end of September we’re feeling the approach of a slight autumn chill. Which means our thoughts are starting to turn indoors and (dare we say…
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Top tips to embrace a fresh approach to life
Life might be getting back to some semblance of normality (I mean, going to the cinema and having a glass of wine inside seems SUCH a treat, right!) but there are some…
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Manifest mindfulness into your space
Futon Company says: We don’t know about you, but as the days tick by we find ourselves getting less and less controlling and more inclined to go with the flow! Likely it’s…