During lockdown, Verity de Yong set up her homegrown business, VED Cooks – a range … Read More ›
I often profile designers and artists who have mastered the craft of transforming furniture or … Read More ›
A quick glance at the images here and you’ll see that stylist and photographer Isabelle … Read More ›
You can never have enough plants in the home, but what about the vessels you … Read More ›
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A beautiful vintage chair reupholstered in a fresh and modern fabric can be the statement … Read More ›
If your outside space calls for tables and chairs that are durable, lightweight and easy … Read More ›
Like pretty much everything at the moment, the Collect 2021 craft fair – now in … Read More ›
Upcycled furniture is so-called, either because it’s built from waste materials, or because the furniture … Read More ›
studio botté is a Montreal design studio founded by Philippe Charlebois Gomez, who specialises in … Read More ›
If there was ever a good time to acquire a new home accessory that will … Read More ›
When David Attenborough was asked about the one thing we can do to help protect … Read More ›
We see many examples of tables and chairs that have been freshened up with a … Read More ›
Anne Schwalbe is a Berlin-based photographer with a myriad of creative interests. As well as … Read More ›
As we stay in our houses, to protect our health and that of others, the … Read More ›
Furniture upcyclers Patience and Gough are a dynamic design duo, reviving found furniture in the … Read More ›
After graduating in Constructed Textiles from the Royal College of Art, Folkestone-based textile designer Heather Orr forged … Read More ›
Etsy is a goldmine of handmade art and craft from around the globe. Lesser known … Read More ›
Tara Button is an author, eco-campaigner and entrepreneur. In 2016, she founded Buy Me Once, … Read More ›
Material designer Charlotte Kidger showcased her work at the London Design Festival last year. With plastic … Read More ›
Sachie Muramatsu lives in the Japanese city of Sakura, located in Chiba Prefecture. After graduating … Read More ›
At school Ian Berry, now renowned for his works made from recycled denim, was known … Read More ›
In 2005, Kresse Wesling and James Henrit launched Elvis & Kresse*. A certified B Corporation, their sustainable luxury … Read More ›
Bottletop have been creating their signature handbags made from recycled aluminium ring pulls since 2002. … Read More ›
When it comes to creating extraordinary interiors, a lot can be learned from installation art. … Read More ›
Ignacio Canales Aracil is a Spanish sculptor who makes extraordinary delicate structures from real pressed … Read More ›
According to data gathered by the Green Building Council, construction, demolition and refurbishment accounts for … Read More ›
Any discussion around the eco-friendly values of IKEA is guaranteed to raise eyebrows. Even if … Read More ›
As more architects explore the potential of tiny homes, finding ways to optimise small interiors … Read More ›
With more of us shopping online, cardboard packaging is fast becoming one of the most … Read More ›
When it comes to upcycled chairs, it seems the humble seat can surprise, delight and … Read More ›
Daniel Heath is an award-winning independent wallpaper, textile and surface designer. After training in silk screen printing at … Read More ›
Surrounded by breathtaking mountainous scenery is the Alila Yangshuo, a converted 1960s sugar mill turned … Read More ›
With virtually everything become increasingly digitised, more of us are striving for a paperless life. … Read More ›
Rupert McKelvie‘s education in woodwork began with acquiring traditional boat building skills in the coastal … Read More ›
Collect is an annual international contemporary art fair held by the Crafts Council, now its … Read More ›
Ignoring the cold spell currently hitting London, the budding crocuses are proof that we are … Read More ›
The concept of plastic bottle art initially evoked flashbacks of Blue Peter’s Here’s one I … Read More ›
The bathroom may not be an obvious setting for your flea market finds, but is … Read More ›
The war on plastic may finally be gaining traction after the EU announced an official … Read More ›
When used bicycle parts get a second life as something beautiful, the term ‘upcycling’ couldn’t … Read More ›
When it comes to anything we buy – be it socks, bedsheets or coffee, it … Read More ›
As well as being a natural, durable and highly recyclable material, little can compete with … Read More ›
When it comes to Scandi design, natural branches and foliage are Christmas decor staples. To … Read More ›
It’s somewhat ironic that Naomi Paul‘s beautiful lighting brand began with a uni project that … Read More ›
The rate at which we produce and throw away clothes is leading to inconceivable amounts … Read More ›
Stripes, velvet or digital print? Reupholstery of a tired old chair, stool or sofa could … Read More ›
Will you be facing your fear of the dark, this Halloween…? To some, the idea of … Read More ›
Once you discover the Danish art of hygge, you might even look forward to the … Read More ›
Found objects and materials have long been the medium of choice for famous artists and … Read More ›
One of my favourites from London Design Fair was a collection of furniture that immediately … Read More ›
London Design Festival highlighted a number of designers and makers who are breaking new ground … Read More ›
With such an overwhelming amount of options available, choosing paint colours is enough to bring … Read More ›
Lighting in the 21st-century can be made from all kinds of repurposed ephemera – and … Read More ›
If you’re fortunate enough to visit or reside in Melbourne, Australia, The Estate Trentham, should … Read More ›
Remember the days before Google maps? The paper variety may now be stashed away in … Read More ›
Yukiko Nagai relocated from Japan to Italy, to study the traditional art of mosaic at … Read More ›
My latest obsession is watching YouTubers reveal their journey towards a simpler, greener and more … Read More ›
The cost of gutting, purchasing and installing a new kitchen can vary enormously, but I … Read More ›
This is the first in a new series on vintage shopping, and this month I’m putting the … Read More ›