Monthly Archives: July 2011

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We Like: Summer Lodge Restaurant

Posted on July 24, 2011, 8:07PM

The food could not be better and the ambience is reassuringly old fashioned, I am talking “Old School Colefax and Fowler” Glamour with fabric upholstered walls and candle light reflected in the lovely antiqued mirrors. It is very romantic and the service is impeccable! It is quite difficult to find culinary delights like this in Dorset, but Summer Lodge Hotel … Continue reading →

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A little bit of colour goes a long way!

Posted on July 22, 2011, 12:07PM

Whether you spot it in a shop window or in a restaurant, colour gives our lives vibrancy! If too much, it becomes overwhelming but in little doses  its uplifting and adds an element of surprise to interiors if cleverly used. The saying:” less is more” is never more apt than here. There are many ways to use a little colour … Continue reading →

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We Like: Pizza East Portobello

Posted on July 22, 2011, 11:07AM

Jane, her daughter Georgia and I went out for a very special “treat” lunch to celebrate my upcoming birthday and they took me to newly opened Pizza East in Goldborne Road. I walked in and felt instantly transported to a buzzing Pizza place I had once visited in Naples, except for it had the added Notting Hill WOW factor. By … Continue reading →

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We Like: Richardson Paintings

Posted on July 15, 2011, 1:07PM

Richardson Paintings have got the most beautiful artwork to grace your walls and on top of it, Oliver Richardson has fantastic taste and will help with framing . Have a look at the website. www.richardsonpaintings.com

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Al Fresco Styling

Posted on July 15, 2011, 1:07PM

It has been so beautifully sunny outside in the past few days that it seems obvious to talk about a little bit of outdoor styling to make the most of this spectacular weather. There are a few things that you can do without spending much money. Coloured candles, napkins, runners and glasses are all great to add some colour to … Continue reading →

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We Like: Beltrami Designs

Posted on July 4, 2011, 8:07PM

We love Beltrami Designs, the most beautiful custom made upholstery and soft furnishings! Have a look at their website, www.beltramidesigns.com They can make anything your heart desires!  

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The Hollywood “Holiday” bed from Robert Langford

Posted on July 4, 2011, 8:07PM

Have a look at this amazing new bed from Robert Langford! Who would not like to wake up in this!

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We Like: We like Restoration Hardware

Posted on July 1, 2011, 7:07PM

We absolutely love the Interior Design from Restoration , have a look at their website! www.restorationhardware.com

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Picture hanging made easier

Posted on July 1, 2011, 7:07PM

Some people find this the most challenging of tasks and faced with a whole collection to hang this is more than understandable, but fear not, here are a few pointers to make it easier. First of all, not every wall has to be plastered with pictures, pick your spots carefully. Strategically placed, pictures give drama and scale to your rooms … Continue reading →