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Rural chic in North Norfolk

April 8, 2015

Chic cottages in North Norfolk | These Four Walls blog

I don’t know about you, but my favourite interiors tend to reflect their setting – I’m not talking about anything overly themed or forced, but a few subtle elements that add a bit of local character and echo the environment outside. Nowhere have I seen this achieved more beautifully than at Cartshed Cottages, a quartet of self-catering hideaways in North Norfolk that my boyfriend and I recently . . .

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Moody blues from Rowen & Wren

March 30, 2015

Moody blues from Rown & Wren | These Four Walls blog

Blue is an interiors trend which seems to be everywhere at the moment, but it’s not one that I’ve been in any rush to embrace (I find it hard to tear myself away from my deep-rooted affinity towards grey!). That was until I saw the spring 2015 collection from Rowen & Wren, which is packed with textiles in deliciously stormy shades of petrol and navy. I've always loved the pared-down . . .

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Urban Jungle Bloggers | Spring styling

March 26, 2015

Urban Jungle Bloggers | Spring styling | These Four Walls blog

This month’s Urban Jungle Bloggers theme is all about emerging from winter hibernation and bringing a touch of spring inside as Easter approaches. The timing is perfect, as I’ve been trying to find ways to add a bit of new-season freshness to our third bedroom. It’s currently being redecorated and at the moment consists only of a bed and a small side table, but it will be used by visiting . . .

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Berdoulat & Breakfast | Bath

March 23, 2015

A beautifully renovated Bath townhouse | These Four Walls blog

Through my day job at boutique accommodation website i-escape.com, I'm lucky enough to stay at some pretty amazing places. The most recent was Berdoulat & Breakfast, just a short hop away in Bath, and it's shot straight onto my list of favourites. Set in the Georgian heart of the city, this elegant townhouse was built in 1748 by ‘Founder of Bath’ John Wood the Elder (the man behind the . . .

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Instagram Inspiration | A Quiet Style

March 20, 2015

Instagram Inspiration | A Quiet Style | These Four Walls blog

Like many, I have a bit of an addiction to Instagram (if you don’t follow me already, please do check out @thesefourwallsblog!). I always look forward to logging in and finding streams of beautiful photos; the level of creativity on show is really something, and I love seeing other people's personal take on the world around them. With this in mind, I’ve decided to start a new series of monthly . . .

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Profile | Att Pynta

March 16, 2015

Profile | Att Pynta | These Four Walls blog

You might have spotted a few references to brilliant UK-based website Att Pynta in my recent posts. That’s because I adore its range of affordable Scandinavian homeware and its inspiring house tours (including this stunning London abode). I chatted to co-founders Kai Price and Amanda Nelson about their love for Nordic design and their predictions for key trends over the coming months.  . . .

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A beautifully styled bedroom

March 13, 2015

A beautifully styled bedroom from Rockett St George | These Four Walls blog

Before I head off for a much-needed weekend away from the computer screen, I wanted to share an image that’s inspired me this week. This little vignette instantly caught my eye when I stumbled across it on the Rockett St George website – partly because I love the Visuelle v/Ragnhild Furulund prints it shows (in fact, I’ve just ordered both of them!), but also because the styling is my ideal . . .

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Home tour | Shades of grey in Bristol

March 9, 2015

Home tour| Shades of grey in Bristol | These Four Walls blog

One of my favourite discoveries over recent months has been Between Dog and Wolf, which sells a beautiful selection of design-led homeware and accessories from all over the world. I’ll be chatting to founder Kathryn about the range and where she finds her inspiration in a future post, but first I wanted to share a glimpse of her stunning Bristol home... . . .

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Seasonal inspiration | A burst of spring colour

March 6, 2015

A burst of spring colour | These Four Walls blog

When I left work last night, it was still light and I could hear birds chirruping in the branches all around me, even in the middle of the city. It felt like spring was truly in the air, and it got me thinking about breathing some new-season freshness into my home. There are some beautiful spring-like pastel shades around at the moment - the colours of delicate blossoms, blue skies and . . .

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Urban Jungle Bloggers | Hanging Planters

February 26, 2015

Urban Jungle Bloggers | Hanging Planters | These Four Walls

I’m very excited to share my first post in the monthly Urban Jungle Bloggers series, which is hosted by Igor of Happy Interior Blog and Judith of JOLIEX.com. Together they’ve built up an international community of people who are passionate about bringing greenery into their homes and sharing ideas with others, and it always gives me plenty of inspiration. Even more excitingly, the theme this . . .

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Abi Dare | These Four Walls blog

I’m Abi Dare – a stylist, photographer and writer based in Bristol (UK). I set up this blog to share interior design, travel and lifestyle inspiration for simple, relaxed living at home and beyond. You’ll find home tours, advice and tips, interviews, reviews, postcards from places I love and more – always with a focus on soft minimalism, muted colours and timeless, considered design.

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A few snaps from the gorgeous @gubiofficial showro A few snaps from the gorgeous @gubiofficial showroom in London, which I visited during @clerkenwelldesignweek earlier this week. I missed the opening event for this last year, so it was great to finally have a look around in person. The light is stunning, as is GUBI's selection of contemporary and classic designs - including the sculptural and futuristic F300 lounge  chair, first designed by Pierre Paulin in the 1960s and recently relaunched. 

Which room or corner is your favourite...?

#minimalistinterior #danishdesign #scandiinterior #scandiinspo #nordicminimalism #scandinaviandecor #softminimalism #interiorsinspo #interiorsinspiration
Eight years ago today. Carousel posts didn't exist Eight years ago today. Carousel posts didn't exist then so I'm using our anniversary as an excuse to share some of my favourite wedding photos.

I have so many happy memories from the day, but what I remember the most is all the laughter. And the funniest best men's (Chris had four!) speech I've ever heard. I wish we'd had a videographer just to capture that.

Anyway, thanks @small_round_things for the last eight years - and for the 13 before we actually got around to tying the knot!

Venue: @pyneshouse 
Photography: @taylorandporter
Back on the grid after more than two weeks. Thanks Back on the grid after more than two weeks. Thanks to everyone who sent messages checking I was OK - I just lost my Instagram mojo and needed a bit of a break. Anyway, here are some phone-camera snippets of life lately...

1.  Guard cat on duty while I work
2.  Evening light hitting the last of the Japanese quince blossom in the garden 
3.  Country drives
4.  Coming across 17th-century graffiti while house-hunting
5 & 6.  A lazy Sunday stroll on Clevedon Pier, on one of those hazy days where the sea and sky seem to merge into one
7.  Keeping drooping spring blooms going for as long as possible 
8 & 9.  Wisteria at @ntbarringtoncourt in Somerset 
10.  Brunch at the always-wonderful @lunitapasteleria 
11.  Enjoying the balmy spring breeze 
12.  Stunning mosaic floors at Chedworth Roman Villa in Gloucestershire 
13.  Bluebell season
14.  My kind of wine
15.  Wild garlic 

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[AD - PR product] I've always loved marble as a ma [AD - PR product] I've always loved marble as a material, and the beige Kunis Breccia version of the @newworksdk 'Kizu' table lamp caught my eye immediately. I now have this design in three different colourways around the house, and this is definitely my favourite to date! 

#softminimalisthome #softminimalstyle #neutralhomedecor #simplehomestyle #minimalistdecor #simpleinterior #mycosyhome #neutrallivingroom #minimalistlighting #scandiinterior

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