Can you believe we’ve passed the winter solstice already? If you’re still not feeling cosy and cocooned in your bedroom, we have a few ideas that’ll help give it that extra bit of comfort this season. This sacred space is where we can switch off from our busy lives and retire for a restful night’s…
We all know how tough it can be to tear ourselves from warm, cosy beds on those cold winter mornings. A bedroom should be your restful sanctum where you can unwind, calm down and warm up. It’s where you begin and end each day, so it’s worth making a bit of effort to make the…
The mornings are getting colder, and by 5pm we’re looking forward to cosying up on the couch with a warm cup of something. That’s how you can tell the winter chills are upon us, and that it’s time to make a few snugly adjustments to your home. We’re not talking about a seasonal overhaul, but…
As the weather gets cooler, it’s no surprise people are looking for that extra touch of luxury in their homes. So, we’re seeing a movement away from simple, minimalist design to the rich glamour and eccentricity of the maximalist trend. When describing this new interior design style, American designer Marilynn Taylor says, “To me, maximalism…
Every woman deserves a dressing table. Not only does it provide useful storage space in your bedroom – for the many knick knacks we seem to accumulate – but it gives us a special, personal space where we can spend some time on ourselves each day. Simply by sitting down to do your makeup, rather…
Our homes can be a great asset, if they’re loved and looked after properly. And, at the moment, it’s where we’re spending a huge portion of our time. Boosting your home’s worth could come in handy. Whether you’re thinking of putting your house on the market, or simply looking to increase its value and appeal…
We’re into our second year of the pandemic and, even in various stages of lockdown, we can’t ignore how important our homes have become. They’re offices, school rooms, entertainment venues, as well as places of refuge and sanctuary after a long day. With all this in mind, it’s no wonder things like cosiness, comfort and…
So far 2021 has been a long year, and our budgets are already looking a bit thin. But, we still want to live in a bit of luxury, especially if we’re spending more and more time at home. Interiors expert and Mad About The House writer Kate Watson-Smyth has some tips and tricks for giving…
As the pandemic rages on all over the world, more of us are finding calm and respite in our own homes. It’s also where we’ve been spending most of our time. With this in mind, many of us took to DIY home projects last year – firstly to occupy our time while we were at…
Want to turn your home into a delightful summer villa? The Mediterranean design trend continues to be popular all over the world. And one of the reasons is because it reminds us of warm summer days in beautiful places. The minimalist Mediterranean design trend draws influence from northern Africa and southern Europe, embracing aqua blue…