Elise Hendry gets acquainted with Allan and Victoria from Alvic Sliding Wardrobes Tucked away in the village of Crosslee, Houston sits a humble old mill nestled by trees. Its worn walls murmur stories of its history, while the air is filled with the soft hum of craftsmanship. The building was once a relic of...
Read MoreOur interiors expert Kike Pawlik gives you the lowdown on how to make your abode a place of peace and serenity: a mindful home At this time of year, when the cold and dark conditions mean that we are spending more time indoors, it’s a great opportunity to turn your home into the ultimate...
Read MoreInspired by her recent trip to the beautiful nation of Sweden, our interiors wiz Kike Pawlik details the finer points of Scandinavian style. Before I visited this summer, my interpretation of Scandinavian interior design was very much associated with the ubiquitousness of Ikea and their do-it-yourself endeavours that seemed affordable for everyone. While Ikea...
Read MoreIf you’re in the mood to liven up your home, our interiors expert Kike Pawlik suggests taking cues from one of cinema’s finest auteurs, and, of course, Moonrise Kingdom. If you feel a little bit bored by your home décor and are looking for something unusual yet tasteful, then it’s a perfect time to...
Read MoreAs balmy temperatures seep in, our interiors editor Kike Pawlik provides a host of ideas to transform your garden. We all love summer, enjoying the warm weather and long evenings outside. Don’t we all miss enjoying quality time in the fresh air? Maybe it is time to migrate from our comfortable couches and spend...
Read MoreOften taken for granted rather than carefully thought out, our very own interiors virtuoso Kike Pawlik explains why lighting your home merits forward-planning. Proper lighting design is crucial to comfortable and safe living. It helps you perform tasks with greater ease, enhances relaxation and enables you to enjoy your home to its full potential....
Read MoreRather than focusing on materiality, Kike Pavlik talks us through a Scandinavian approach to interiors that values ambiance over aesthetics. Hooga? Hhyooguh? Heurgh? It is not important how you choose to pronounce or spell ‘hygge’. After all, whenever Winnie the Pooh was asked how to spell a certain emotion, he said: “You don’t spell...
Read MoreAs we continue to adjust to our ever-changing world, interiors editor Kike Pawlik unveils her tips for an inviting makeshift office. Working from home is the new norm right now. Every house needs a place for work, homework, admin and, where required, home-schooling. Given the circumstances, more and more of us intend to have...
Read MoreChannel your inner beatnik with these slick, innovative interiors tips from Kike Pavlik. Bohemian style stereotypically resembles Eastern interiors with a lot of bright colours and patterns, not to mention a mix of different types of furniture. Consequently, it’s quite easy to take a kitsch attitude to it and this is something we want...
Read MoreFlex your green fingers and bring the outdoors inside with some expert advice from Carine Seitz. When spring is springing, there is no better way to celebrate than with plants. Bringing nature into your home can’t fail to energise you. Not only do they look striking and full of life, they actually improve your...
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