Good question! And one where I need the answer. I am extending my house and building a new kitchen. Starting with a blank canvas is so exciting and I’m looking forward to organising my new space in the optimal way. The kitchen is the most ‘used’ room […]
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Do you remember that famous scene from Friends where Ross and Phoebe’s boyfriend Mike hangout and have nothing to talk about? You can laugh but I bet most of us have already been in such a situation before. Obviously you can always talk about the weather, but […]
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I wish this room was bigger! It’s a common complaint, but there are a few clever tricks you can use to give the illusion of more space. Certain design concepts like colour techniques, furniture arranging, and smart lighting can help fool the eye. Here’s a round-up of […]
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A small outdoor space doesn’t mean you can’t have a great garden. Whether it’s a patio, balcony or even your windowsill – there’s always an opportunity to flex those green fingers. From growing your own herbs, making a feature from foliage to nurturing vegetables – we’ve rounded […]
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You have re-decorated your living room and you have some wallpaper leftover? No need to throw it in the bin, on the contrary! Geometric, floral or striped, here are some simple DIY ideas to re-use your wallpaper leftovers in some lovely home projects: 1. Frame it You […]
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I’ll admit it, I am a lazy person! I am perfectly happy in my state of perpetual couch potato in the evenings and during the weekends. At the same time I constantly look for ways to avoid 1. getting up from my couch and 2. doing boring […]
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In our previous blog post, we introduced five basic principles to apply the Chinese art of feng shui in your home. Ready to move onto the next chapter? Read on and find out how you can improve your sleep by incorporating feng shui elements in your bedroom. […]
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Feng shui is an ancient Chinese art based on Chi, a universal and positive energy. Literally feng means “wind” and shui means “water”, therefore feng shui is associated with good health and fortune. Feng shui has become a real hype and promises to bring more harmony into […]
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It is believed that breaking a mirror may bring you seven years of bad luck. But what about breaking your finest china or antique tea cups? Aside from the superstition part, remember that proper packing is essential to ensure your Villeroy & Boch’s collection survives for future […]
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Vitra Eames DSW This is without any doubt the most iconic chair ever created. Designed by Charles & Ray Eames back in 1950; over 60 years later it is still very much in style. Due to high demands, these chairs now come in 14 different seat colours […]
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