June 27, 2013By Hayley Gilbert

If you fancy mingling with the Royals this summer, get yourself down to the Coronation Festival in the gardens of Buckingham Palace, which takes place between 11th and 14th July. Celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Queen’s Coronation, this one-off event is open to the public…

May 24, 2013By Hayley Gilbert

Armed with notepad, pen and comfy flat shoes, this week I trawled the aisles at London’s ExCeL, the venue for this year’s May Design Series, which includes the kbbLDN Show and its partner show Interiors LDN. There was lots to see and plenty of…

April 26, 2013By Hayley Gilbert

Adding a splash of colour to your home is a great way to personalise your pad and as more of us continue to improve rather than move, it’s a trend that’s definitely on the up. Kitchens of course, offer infinite opportunities for making a statement…

March 28, 2013By Hayley Gilbert

With many of us still favouring white and neutral kitchens, one way to add a burst of colour or texture is with tiles – whether it’s a glossy striped splashback or an intricate design underfoot, it’s an easier & less permanent way of bringing pizzazz into the room

February 26, 2013By Hayley Gilbert

One of the biggest trends to come out of January’s Maison et Objet fair in Paris is the utilitarian look, which works especially well in kitchens. Think monochrome appliances, stainless steel worktops & sinks, bare brick walls, reclaimed wooden flooring…

February 1, 2013By Hayley Gilbert

This January saw the return of the LivingKitchen Fair to Cologne – an international kitchen event that has become the central trade fair for kitchens, appliances and everything kitcheny in between. Here’s a round-up of what’s new and coming soon to a showroom near you…