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A relaxed seaside stay in Mousehole, Cornwall

May 27, 2022

Seaside terrace with bistro table and changes | A relaxed stay at Morvoren - a stylish self-catering cottage with sea views in Mousehole, Cornwall | These Four Walls blog

The fishing village of Mousehole, just outside Penzance on the far western tip of Cornwall, is a place Chris and I return to again and again. We had our engagement shoot and minimoon there, and whenever we visit we fall in love with it all over again. So, when we found ourselves craving some downtime after a very stressful six months, we couldn't resist heading back to our favourite Cornish spot . . .

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The Edit | Stress-free travel

April 21, 2022

The Edit - everything you need for stress-free packing, easy travelling and comfortable journeys | These Four Walls blog

Summer is on the way, and after two years of disruption and isolation, many of us are starting to think about travelling further afield again. In fact I have my first trip abroad since February 2020 - a return to my beloved Copenhagen for its annual 3 Days of Design event - booked for June, and I can't wait. So, I thought I'd dedicate this month's instalment of 'The Edit' to everything you need . . .

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The Vipp Pencil Case – a serene guest suite in Copenhagen

March 21, 2022

The Vipp Pencil Case - a serene guest suite in Copenhagen | These Four Walls blog

Over the past few years Danish homeware brand Vipp has launched a series of bookable accommodation options, dubbed the 'Vipp Hotels', across Denmark and southern Sweden. I've loved the look of every single one and the fifth, which has just opened in Copenhagen, is no exception. Located in the former industrial area of Islands Brygge, just across a bridge from the city centre, the ground-floor . . .

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A cosy Cotswolds minibreak at Wild Thyme & Honey

January 19, 2022

Rustic-minimalist bedroom at stylish Cotswolds hotel Wild Thyme & Honey - the perfect place for a cosy winter staycation | These Four Walls blog

[Advertisement - this post is based on a press stay, but all words and opinions are my own] Despite all the talk of new plans and a fresh start, I often find January quite heavy - the excitement of Christmas is over, work pressure is starting to pile up again, and there's the dreaded tax return to attend to. So, it always seems like a good time to escape to the countryside . . .

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Runo – a new Finnish hotel from interior designer Joanna Laajisto

January 10, 2022

Runo - a new Finnish hotel from interior designer Joanna Laajisto | These Four Walls blog

I'm starting the week with a bit of interiors and travel inspiration courtesy of Runo - a new boutique hotel designed by Helsinki-based Joanna Laajisto. It recently opened its doors in the southern Finnish city of Porvoo, and it's a wonderful example of how historic spaces can be transformed without losing their soul or sense of place. Porvoo is known for its colourful wooden cottages and the . . .

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A foggy winter walk around Woodchester Park in Gloucestershire

January 5, 2022

A foggy winter walk at Woodchester Park, Gloucestershire, South West England | These Four Walls blog

Happy New Year everyone! I hope you've had a good start to 2022 so far. I'm back from a two-week festive break and I have lots of interesting interiors, travel and lifestyle content coming up, but first I want to share a little photo essay from a Christmas walk around Woodchester Park in Gloucestershire . . .

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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...?

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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! 

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