• A Key To A Custom + Aesthetically Pleasing Home
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    A Key To A Custom + Aesthetically Pleasing Home

    August 9, 2023 - By 

    The Role of Millwork in Your Home Millwork is essential in your home because it helps to create + then establish a very consistent style throughout your space.  The millwork in your crown molding, doorways, window casings, and baseboard trim all serves as a unifying element, tying together different design elements and creating a seamless flow from one room to another.  But millwork’s role in your home extends beyond mere cohesion. Whether you’re hoping for your home to exude the simplicity of minimalism, the sleek lines of modern design or something in between, millwork should be tailored to not merely…

  • 10 gorgeous DeVol kitchens to be inspired by
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    10 gorgeous DeVol kitchens to be inspired by

    August 8, 2023 - By 

    When working on a kitchen project, I always make sure to check out the inspirational images on the DeVol Kitchens website, as they are always so authentic, unique, and personal. DeVOL kitchens was founded in 1989 by Philip deVries and Paul O’Leary, who were design graduates at the time who renovated antique furniture and created bespoke pieces from their small workshop. Not long after that they opened a showroom in Cotes Mill and are now making bespoke kitchen designs for clients across the UK. The DeVOL kitchens can be characterized by traditional techniques paired with modern innovation and I always…

  • Gardens, design, food – welcome to South Tyrol
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    Gardens, design, food – welcome to South Tyrol

    August 7, 2023 - By 

    Last week I spent three days in a region in Central Europe that is rather unknown by many people outside the German speaking world. South Tyrol is a beautiful region in northern Italy bordering Austria – it combines the wilderness of the Alps with the beauty of a Mediterranean climate and lifestyle. Think of ‘The Sound of Music’ scenery combined with cypresses, oleander and a good chilled Spritz! South Tyrol is a perfect spot to enjoy throughout the seasons – whether you like sunny days by the pool and in lush gardens, or winter adventures in the mountains. Whatever season…

  • new interior finds for July 2023
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    new interior finds for July 2023

    August 6, 2023 - By 

    Somehow it’s been three months since I last did an ‘On My Radar’ post! To make up for lost time, here’s a summer edition, rounding up a selection of new furniture launches and simple homeware finds that have caught my eye in the few months. There’s everything from new paint colours and handmade ceramics to rocking chairs and metal candleholders. Enjoy! Atelier Ellis launches two new coloursBath-based paint company Atelier Ellis has launched two new paint colours – Coming up Roses and Ice Cream. Founder Cassandra Ellis wanted to celebrate the optimistic colours of mid-summer by capturing a feeling of…

  • An Emotional Transformation: From Nursery to Little Girl Heaven
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    An Emotional Transformation: From Nursery to Little Girl Heaven

    August 5, 2023 - By 

    I’m struggling to find the words to describe how it feels to be turning my daughter’s nursery into a little girls room without sounding over the top or cliché. But it really does feel like this huge rite of passage. One that I wasn’t really anticipating? Or, perhaps, never in my wildest dreams could I have imagined we’d be here so quickly. I must admit, I’ve been far more emotional about the whole thing than I thought I’d be. And though I’m sad to be saying goodbye to some of the last remaining remnants of my baby’s babyness, I am…

  • Why Every Multi-Story Home Needs a Dumbwaiter Lift
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    Why Every Multi-Story Home Needs a Dumbwaiter Lift

    August 4, 2023 - By 

    In the past, dumbwaiter lifts were typically found in commercial settings like restaurants or hotels, but they are increasingly being recognized for the numerous benefits they can bring to multi-story homes. From enhancing convenience to increasing property value, there are several reasons why every multi-story home could benefit from a dumbwaiter or goods lift, like those provided by SD Lifts. Let’s explore these reasons in depth. Photo: Dumbwaiter lift Convenience at Your Fingertips Living in a multi-story home often involves carrying items up and down stairs regularly. This can become tiresome, particularly if the items are bulky or heavy. Here’s…