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The Nineties was the time for futons. They were cheap, they were good quality and they could be found in starter homes across the country. A couple of decades on…

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When decorating a room there is always one area that tends to be the hardest – and sometimes that can be trying to find a lampshade that is the perfect…

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(Photo credit: Shutterstock) The home office or study is increasingly becoming a feature of the modern home, with more and more of us working from home, and an even greater…

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I don’t have many nostalgic items in my house. While I like to buy household items to last, there is little in my house which has a story to tell.…

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On a hot summer’s day there is nothing better than sitting in a café eating a fancy ice cream – a Knickerbocker Glory or a Banana Split. But often they…

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Your house may have seemed big when you first moved in, but by the time furniture, accessories and all your personal possessions are added, rooms can start to feel cluttered…

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Eero Aarnio has designed some unusual looking chairs. This cognac chair isn’t too different and looks pretty comfortable. The shell of the seat is made from moulded fibreglass with a…

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It is unusual to find a mantel clock with such detail, but this one is not only decorative, but also a lovely antique for your home. This beautiful  nineteenth century…

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