Continuing my fascination with people who colour-code their bookshelves, I bring you part 2 in my 2-part series. This time I'm having a quick chat with interior blogger, ex-music industry professional and all-round cool person Fiona from StylophileUK...
Read MoreWhy colour lovers should style it dark
One day I was flicking through Livingetc when I realised the one thing uniting most of my favourite spaces was the combo of a dark-ish background and brightly coloured furnishings and fabrics. A lightbulb moment: maybe the key to cosy was the colour of my room?
Read MoreConfessions of a colour-coder (part 1)
Until I started this here interior blogging, I never knew a colour-coded bookshelf was a thing. Turns out, not only is it a thing, it's a very popular thing among very stylish (and witty) people.
Read MoreThe Pink House meets The Great Interior Design Challenge winner Daniela Tasca-York
Want to know what REALLY happened in this series of The Great Interior Design Challenge? I chatted with winner Daniela Tasca-York - and you might be surprised by what she had to say...
Read More10 minutes with Kelly Hoppen
We might disagree on our favourite colour, but I'm delighted to announce that the very fabulous GIDC judge Kelly Hoppen has shared her thoughts on all things interiors, toilet roll and taupe with The Pink House.
Read MoreMe & My Roomwreckers: Erica Davies
It's time for the next instalment of Me & My Roomwreckers...this time we welcome Erica Davies, fashion, interiors and lifestyle blogger at The Edited, and her gorgeously colour-filled home in Essex.
Read MoreWhy we all need a she shed
Yes, there are benefits to working in the basement office. Namely, that it’s close to the utility room. But despite this huge bonus, what I really really want, with Geri Haliwellesque fervor, is not just a room, but an entire tiny HOUSE of my own. Yes; I want a She Shed.
Read MoreThe dos and don'ts of seasonal socialising
I don’t know about you, but when it comes to Christmas, with its parties, presents and pitfalls a-plenty, the least of my worries is wondering what to buy Auntie Margaret (yup; shortbread again). Instead, the biggest stresses of the season are social...
Read More10 interior tricks Instagram can teach us
Once upon a time I found my interior inspiration in beautiful bars, hotels and restaurants across the world. And then two things happened: 1) I had kids, and the nights out and holidays abroad became far less frequent; and 2) Instagram.
Read More5 reasons to buy an investment rug
Rugs have always loomed (sorry) large in my life. My mum has always had a soft spot for rugs, and as a result I grew up in houses which were old, draughty and half-finished, but always with beautiful, fascinating rugs from around the world...
Read MoreMe & My Roomwreckers: Jo Tutchener Sharp, Scamp & Dude
Welcome to our new regular feature, Me & My Roomwreckers, which uncovers the impact inspirational parents' kids have on their homes. First up is superwoman Jo Tutchener-Sharp, founder of cool new kids brand Scamp & Dude
Read More4 shocking truths about interior photo shoots
What you see in those oh-so-perfect home tour pics is a loooong way from reality. Here, for the record, is what actually happens on magazine photoshoots…
Read MoreIntroducing... #SOFAGOALS
There are three things I’ve always dreamed of having in my home: 1) a taxidermy unicorn; 2) a gold, freestanding bath tub; and 3) a massive-yet-gorgeous sofa.
Read MoreThe 3 Rules of Post-Party Parenting
I went to Ibiza with my girlfriends, and partied hard for four whole nights and days. And then I returned to the small Pink House Dwellers and got on with my life, (practically) hangover free. How? Well, read on and I'll tell you...
Read MoreThe Pink House in EKBB magazine
Essential Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom (EKBB) magazine is one of The Pink House's favourite interiors mags. Which is why it was a no-brainer when editor Ciara asked if I'd pen a piece from The Pink House for EKBB's September issue.
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