For me it’s maximalism. Lovely in a quirky cafe or boutique hotel but at home it would give me a headache. I like a restful house and so yes quite a lot of it is grey! Not battleship grey or anthracite but bluey or greeny greys. Concrete floors. Depressing, cold, ecologically not great, look unfinished. Plants very high up. How do you water them? Walk in wardrobes even if it means the bedroom becomes tiny. I’d rather have a bigger bedroom with wardrobes in it, than dress and sleep in tiny spaces. Uber industrial. There’s a reason we usually hide cables, conduits, vent ducts...because they are ugly. Buying new furniture and accessories very often to have an “up to date“ look. I see all these instagram pictures with everything brass, mid century, wood, rattan, green (today’s trends) and I wonder what has happened to all their grey, painted, silver, shabby chic items from 5/10 years ago. And what will they do with today’s items when the look swings round again...

A7. Bon Après midi Chloe, I have just recently returned from Southern France and have fallen in love with French rural design, I'm an avid fan of dinning tables for both family and friends to eat and be sociable, if your room is an open kitchen/dinner then embrace the room as one rather than trying to separate them. as for shapes, sizes, and materials clear the intended space mark off the options using either newspaper or masking tape leaving room to walk around don't forget where the chairs will be, this will help you decide how big or small the table can be and how it will fit around your existing furniture as for materials you cant go wrong with a sturdy wooden table with linin and a centre piece. all the best to everyone with their projects and thank you for your questions, until next time Adieu,

Good lighting will enable you to highlight the architecture of your space, your interior design scheme, as well as creating a mood and ambiance within your home. As with most areas of interior design, there are uber cheap and insanely expensive ways in which you can alter the lighting in your home. So, whatever route you choose, remember to have fun, be creative and incorporate a sense of your own personal style into the mix. Lighting is a critical feature in the kitchen, with all of us needing essential task and accent lighting to create defined zones for cooking and relaxing. Principally, task lighting provides a greater concentration of light, which is best positioned amid highly used areas of the kitchen: typically over a sink, cooker and work surface to ensure full illumination. I also find under-cabinet lighting is an efficient way to quickly and easily illuminate your worktop, as it evenly distributes the light across the area below without unsightly wires and switches. Task lighting under wall-hung cabinets will reflect light onto the work surface which will aid with food preparation. Plus, convenience lighting such as in-drawer and in-cabinet lighting will also make your kitchen more user-friendly. Try to balance bright task lighting with soft mood lighting, as this will create an accent in the room and separate the work area from the more social areas of the kitchen. If you enjoy entertaining and hold regular dinner parties, then mood lighting will allow you to create a more intimate ambiance. Accent lighting, like spot lights, dramatic pendant lights grouped together over a central island or recessed lighting that highlights a display cabinet or dark void, are all ways you can change a clinical work space into a comfortable and aesthetically beautiful kitchen. For free lighting advice give us a call on 01992 252 900, or drop us an email support@inspyerlighting.co.uk Inspyer Lighting Design

The lights have faded and the camera crews have moved on. The paparazzi are gleefully counting the proceeds from their photographs, the fabulous dresses and jewels have been returned to the fashion houses, and tearful speeches resigned to the history books. We have said farewell to Hollywood and 'Oscar' for another year. But fear not! If you require your fix of movie star glamour and luxury on a daily basis, why not embrace The Hollywood Regency style for your interior design? Dating back to the 1930’s when Hollywood was in its “Golden Age, this style is inspired by uber glamorous movie sets, and the equally glamorous movie stars of the time. Hollywood Regency style furniture can include modern and classic styles, with rich textures, contrasting colours, and luscious curves. Mixing bold statement pieces with delicate accents, balancing lavish fabrics and finishes with architectural elements. Don't be put off by this seemingly complicated style. It's perfect to match classic and modern designs. When picking fabrics, think like a movie star. Think haute couture gowns, silks, satins, velvets, suede, chenille. These gorgeous textiles have sumptuous tactile finishes and will add depth in a way that even the most beautiful cotton and linens can’t. A chaise longue...and in turquoise, very Hollywood! No Hollywood Regency design is complete with the ever popular turquoise blue accent. https://www.juliettesinteriors.co.uk/product/luxury-italian-red-velvet-storage-ottoman/ Think textures, one of the most important elements of Hollywood Regency style, with pops of bold colour and pattern, along with curved lines, sumptuous fabrics and metallic or glass finishes. You can even introduce Art Deco or neoclassical elements, classic designs that blend well with modern furniture. https://www.juliettesinteriors.co.uk/product/black-and-gold-neoclassical-bench/ Gold is a classic colour and finish to introduce a luxurious statement, but don't overdo it. Shown here would be key pieces, strong patterns and rich colours are important, but it’s best when used sparingly. Remember to keep your decor in the same palette and try to stick to one or two patterns only. Keeping accessories minimal and cohesive. All in all, this fabulous interior design style offers superb elegance, with sumptuous furnishings and good use of colour, we think this is a design choice not resigned to the history books, and deserves an Oscar all of its own!