Pietre di Paragone Grè Bianco porcelain stoneware tiles from Casalgrande Padana Sponsored Content: This post has been kindly sponsored by Casalgrande Padana, with all words, thoughts and opinions by Melanie Lissack. If you are looking to elevate the design of your garden or create a courtyard, patio or terrace area, you’ll want to make sure that as well as looking stylish and modern, it is also durable against the elements, strong enough to survive the impacts of outdoor living and easy enough to keep clean. Regardless of whether you want to lay a small patio or plan to build a more expansiv ..read more

It’s that time of year again when the evenings are lighter, the days are brighter and you can fling open the doors and windows to welcome in spring. I always feel that spring is the real start of a new year, with the earlier months just being a hangover from Christmas. Spring is when I want to reset the house via decluttering, deep cleaning and swapping the old for new, so here are five spring cleaning hacks and tips to try for your home to be refreshed and renewed in no time! Wash your carpets and rugs Hoover your bed frame and clean the mattress Plant some indoor spring bulbs Remove ..read more

Green floor lamp from houseof. Dark corners and poorly lit rooms often make a home feel less welcoming. However, with a few smart and creative strategies, transforming these spaces into bright, inviting areas is not only possible but can also be a fun project. From maximising natural light to choosing the right décor, this guide will walk you through several effective ways to lighten up your living space. Understanding Light And Space Light plays a fundamental role in how we perceive our surroundings. Well-lit rooms feel more spacious and lively, while darker spaces can seem smaller and less ..read more

Featured Partner Post The mention of a fireplace often conjures up images of roaring fires in traditional homes with detailed surrounds and mantel designs. However, for new builds or homes that are modern in specification, these fireplaces would look significantly out of place. So, how do you integrate and get to enjoy a fireplace in a modern home? These days, with modern technology and state-of-the-art design, it’s actually incredibly easy. Modern fireplaces aren’t just a source of heat - they are an art piece in their own right, a statement of sleek design and revelation in the latest techn ..read more

Image Credit: Green Retreats Featured Partner Placement Post These cozy dwellings of tiny houses, often no bigger than a few hundred square feet, challenge you to rethink your relationship with space and what truly matters in your home. Yet, the challenge of limited indoor space in your tiny home underscores the critical importance of maximizing your outdoor area to enrich your living experience. As we venture into the world of tiny house landscaping below, we'll uncover ideas designed to optimize your outdoor space.  Ideas to Turn Your Outdoor Space into a Sanctuary There's immediate an ..read more

I really do love decorating for Easter. There is something so charming about all the painterly Easter eggs, spring flowers, bunnies and pastel hues. After months of grey skies, spring and Easter decor adds a real injection of lighthearted joy into the home and alongside Easter table settings and hanging decorative eggs on Easter trees, I also love to create an Easter display by my front door for neighbours and passers-by to look at. While my Easter door arch was probably the largest Easter display that I have created, this year I still wanted the wow-factor, but it had to be easier to put to ..read more

Unless you sleep on a futon or a low platform bed, bedside tables are an essential piece of furniture to place those all important items that you require at the end or at the start of each day. Even if you only need somewhere to put down your phone or a glass of water, a bedside table is a crucial requirement for everyday living. Yet, If your bedroom or the space where you sleep is particularly compact, you won’t want a chunky bedside table taking up all the room. Luckily, there are some great space-saving bedside table designs out there at the moment that can meet most people’s needs, as wel ..read more

Featured Partner Placement Post Struggling to navigate the confines of a cramped apartment or cozy room? You're not alone. Many grapple with the challenge of striking a balance between functionality and style in limited square footage. But, what if the walls seemed to recede with just a few strategic tweaks? Imagine transforming your small space that exudes elegance without knocking down a single wall. Space is often at a premium, yet there's no need for it to stifle your interior design aspirations. With clever design tricks up your sleeve, you can create the illusion of spaciousness and cul ..read more

I recently created a vibrant spring and summer table setting using the new Lucy Tiffney range of serveware available at UK high street brand Next, so I thought I would share some of the images that I took of the tablescape, along with my five key tips on laying a colourful and joyful spring table at home. Choose a patterned tablecloth over a plain one For a vibrant spring-like table setting, avoid plain table linens that have no detailing because these can feel quite formal. Instead, cover the table with a lighthearted gingham patterned tablecloth or simple ticking stripes for a pretty base l ..read more

Attractive vinyl door numbers are an affordable and easy way to up your curb appeal. Image Credit: Purlfrost Co-written featured partner post When thinking about selling your home, it’s always good to look for ways to boost its market value before putting it up for sale. Freshening up the walls with a new coat of paint, fixing movement cracks and cleaning the carpets are quick and affordable ways to breathe life back into your home, while other strategies might require more investment (like kitchen renovations or redoing a bathroom). The key lies in identifying which improvements are likely t ..read more