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I N T E R I O R   D E S I G N   D E T A I L S

clapham bedroom

 
 
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at home 

future plans & works in progress
renovating a victorian terrace 

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 ARTEX, be gone

I loathe me an Artex ceiling, so here's the results when I tackled the re-skimming with no experience and without calling in a professional plasterer

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FIREPLACE REVEAL

The first job I wanted to tackle in the new house was the living room fireplace, restoring the original wrought iron hidden under six (count them six) layers of paint.

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WHAT'S IN A WHITE?

Sometimes it takes a bit of bravery to choose white walls. Here's how I choose a white-based neutral for an interior scheme and what I picked for our living room. 

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Had such a great day with @house2home_16 Christmas decorating for @lovezoflora. If you missed last weeks with @mrs_rackley.home her tree was styled using the winter morning scent as the inspiration. Living my frosted floral fantasy 🙌🏼❄️ . . . #christmastree #zoflora #christmasdecor #christmas #christmasdecorations #interiorstyling #interiorstylist #festive #zofloraaddict #homestyle
I’ve never lived in a house with a proper fireplace before this year, so obviously the most excited to give this a festive makeover. This year, I’m taking inspiration from @dobbiesgardencentres Enchanted Forest trend 🌲 (and a @livingetc shoot I saw last year and loved…) Moss, pillar candles, mix and match vases, and these green glass baubles from Dobbies. I even found little mushroom decorations to poke into the moss which I painted to be a little more neutral 🍄 (see stories). If I’d remembered to get the chimney swept, we could have even had a roaring fire, but never mind, fairy lights it is. . . . #ad #festivefoliage #craftychristmas #christmasfireplace #christmasdecor #christmasdecoration #victorianterrace #myhomestyle #interiorsblog #christmas
Ever had a case of buyer’s remorse with a big home purchase? When we moved into this house, we decided we would only buy bits for it that were considered and that we really loved, so that we didn’t waste money and end up throwing it away. But after sitting on a mattress on the floor instead of a sofa for a week, we caved in and ordered one off the internet we’d never seen in real life, let alone sat on. That feeling when you first sit on your new sofa, it’s uncomfortable as hell, but you’re both trying to be positive about it 😵 that’s why I’m super happy to be working with @johnlewisandpartners to showcase their range of own brand upholstery, and in particular the Cape sofa. Learning from last time, we went and scoped it out in John Lewis & Partners in Ipswich, and not only did we fall in love with its cool curves, it’s just so, so comfortable. You can get it in all kinds of colours and fabrics, but if you opt for the Mole Grey like I did, you can get delivery in as little as three working days, which is insane! I’ll be popping up a blog post about it this week so you can see how it fits into the living room 💛 . . . #spon #myhomestyle #interiors #myhomevibe #interiorsblogger #interiordesign #dogsofinstagram #homedecor #livingroomdecor #interiorsblog
This is Jitney, one of the nine new colours from @farrowandball (and my favourite) which are available now at @bandq_uk, along with all the other painting supplies for your project! I’m pretty much set on a master bedroom decorating scheme which we’re going to start after Christmas - so far thinking of lightening the floor and going for a taupe for the woodwork. Love this colour, and even though we’re sticking with the neutrals, think it’ll really deliver the wow factor on the skirting and doors. What do you think? #FaBNewColours #PaintIt #BandQIt #ad #homeinteriors #homedecor #myhome #decorating #paint
Has everyone decorated for Christmas now, or are you waiting until next weekend? The tree is up, and I’ve also made this living ‘succulent’ wreath using a super easy tutorial from @dobbiesgardencentres. I’ll be popping up a YouTube video with how it’s done in the next few days if you fancy giving it a go for your front door. They’re outside plants so you can plant them in the garden after Christmas too! . . . #ad #myhomestyle #christmas #festive #wreath #wreathmaking #wreathsofinstagram #wreaths #christmasdecor #christmas🎄
Okay, so it’s December 1st, am I officially allowed to have decorated for Christmas now? I’ve worked with @dobbiesgardencentres on my scheme for this year, inspired by one of their Christmas trends Enchanted Forest. I’m going to do a full look at it all on the blog next week, but here’s a little sneak at the big, beautiful real Fraser fir tree I picked up from Dobbies last week. It’s been a bit of a grim, dark day outside, but I’m having an early Christmas celebration with friends - turkey, crackers, the whole lot! Anyone else been getting festive this weekend?? #ad #festivefoliage #christmas #myhome #christmastree #christmas #festive #homeinterior #interiors #interiorstyling #craftychristmas
I’ve spent too long in crazy busy shopping centres this weekend, so treating myself to a lazy Sunday instant meal. If you like asian food, you need to check out @marksandspencer’s offering at the moment - the Taste range has got a real selection of tasty little bits from different cuisines, and I’ve gone for a mix of Japanese, Sichuan and Malaysian - guess you can call that fusion! Post-eating review: Crispy vegetable katsu parcels 👍🏼⭐️ Spicy aubergine & soy dumplings with chilli and sesame oil 🙌🏼👍🏼 Chicken rendang 🙌🏼😍🔥 @marksandspencerhomepr . . . #ad #mymarksfave #dinnerfortonight #flatlaystyle #dinner #malaysianfood #japanesecuisine #flatlay #flatlayfood #tablesetting
Okay, so what are you going for, a real or an artificial tree? Just in case you’re wondering what side I’ve fallen on this year, I’ve just wrestled this 8 foot monster into the living room. I love a good artificial tree, but there’s something a bit magical about a real one 🎄 . . . #christmastree #realchristmastree #myhome #festive #christmasdecor #christmas #christmastree🎄 #festive #christmasdecorations #christmasdecorating
 
 
 
 

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About me…

Hi, I'm Luke and I'm an interior designer, stylist and writer, currently living in the South East of England. I've recently moved into a new home - a Victorian terrace in need of a little TLC. 

Once upon a time, I was a contestant on BBC's The Great Interior Design Challenge, but in the many moons since then, I've been working with brands and residential clients around the world, helping to bring a touch of my individual design philosophy to their spaces. 

I'm all about understated, timeless interiors that will age gracefully, using a delicate touch to create the drama and impact demanded in homes of all shapes and sizes. 

If you follow me on Instagram, you might find out I'm also a little obsessed with my two Jack Russell crosses - Pearl and Nancy. 

That's it for now, but if you want to know any more, click the buttons below to reach out - I'd love to hear from you. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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