Giving nature, design & curiosity the freedom to recreate our humanity
Window treatments are one of the pillars of interior design. They optimise the combination of function, privacy, light filtration and style. Each window presents a beautiful outlook, but potential problems in the experience of the home. Ensuring that each window has the best covering not only brings the best experience, but also has huge potential […]
Feeling in need of some wintry cheer for your interiors? Check out these gorgeous frosty-weather inspired products to inject a little excitement into your home. Last week I had the privilege of attending the C.C. Interiors product viewing. I’ve specified their product before for residential & commercial clients, and saw first hand their accessories & […]
The details of drapes can be overwhelming, not to mention all the other window treatment solutions for your home. If you’re no-fuss and want a clean-lined, architectural look, join many who have ditched the drapes for fully automated roller blinds. Or if your home is out the wilderness and in solitude, with incredible views of […]
There are very few designers who receive enough status and trust in the public eye as to receive commissions in which they determine the scope, budget and full detail of their works themselves. Even well respected designers, such as Karim Rashid & Philippe Starck work to a brief, limiting their creative freedom. A design brief is […]
Environmental Psychology tells us a lot about how humans respond to the details within a space, most of which is subconscious. There is a reason why successful hotels, restaurants, cafes, shops & spas look the part: they realise that customer service and user experience includes interiors and architecture in an overwhelming way. Luke Blackwell has […]
The Otago region of New Zealand is one of the most spectacular places to visit, with stunning views of snow-capped Southern Alps and incredible lakes, walks and outdoor adventure. In my blog about the South Island Roadies, I mention few great stops on the way from Christchurch to Otago. Wanaka is a township within the […]
Living in the Southern Hemisphere comes with the strange sense that our seasons are back-to-front compared to the rest of the world. We listen to “White Christmas” and “Winter Wonderland” while firing up the barbeque in the warm, summer afternoons in December. It’s all fun and games until winter sets in around May, we quickly […]
Books are beautiful. The repetitive lines, with promise of history, knowledge or pure intrigue make them seem like added parcels of sophistication in a room. They can create depth to a space, or help solve design dilemmas, such as balancing heights of unequal elements or added symmetry. When it comes to full libraries, I am […]
The minimalistic aesthetic of black, white and blonde timber has swept through the international interior design world at an incredible pace. This look finds its roots in modern Scandinavian design, as well as Japanese and mid-century design theories. In my previous blog, Honest Interiors, I discuss the benefits of this aesthetic, yet how fast interior fashion […]
The stunning winter aesthetic of Scandinavian Minimalism has dominated the interior world for years. The international design community has embraced a necessities-driven aesthetic, with function over form. This translated into clean lines, right angles, geometric shapes, raw materials, omission of bright colours, loss of decorum and a humble aesthetic that when done correctly, is truly […]
Nesting Folk 