Design Inspiration

‘They nod to the past but feel firmly of the present’ – John Lewis’ retro lounge and dining chairs champion the biggest furniture trend of the year

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When I previewed the John Lewis autumn/winter 2025 homeware range a couple of months ago, there were a handful of pieces that really stood out to me – the coordinating John Lewis Hoxton armchair and the Curve dining armchair were among those few. And now they’re available to shop! Along with the new but already … Read more

Finally! Ninja just dropped two new colour ways of its sell-out coffee machine – and they’re selling fast

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Ninja‘s sell-out coffee machine, the Luxe Café, has a new look, with two new colour-ways now available. All available for £549.99 via the Ninja website, the espresso machine is now available in Navy and Black, to go alongside the original stainless steel Silver. I awarded the Luxe Café five stars last year in my review … Read more

It’s finally happening! Laura Ashley is opening its first stand-alone store in over 5 years

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If you’ve been mourning the loss of Laura Ashley stand-alone stores from the high street, prepare yourself for some exciting news! Laura Ashley is opening its first freestanding, bricks-and-mortar store this month. The brand is opening the store on 26th September at Lakeside Retail Park, just outside of London. It might not be the full … Read more

Experts have revealed the 1 place spiders love to hide in your home – and what you can do to stop it from happening

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It probably hasn’t escaped your attention that spiders are everywhere right now. It’s peak spider season in the UK, and prime time for these eight-legged creatures to make their way into our homes, and experts have revealed the surprising place in your home that spiders like to hide most. Spiders are one of the most … Read more

Costco Is Selling a Small-Space Storage Gem That’s So Soft

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We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. If there’s one thing anyone living in a small space (myself included) knows, it’s that storage items are crucial, especially if you’re low on closet space. And when those … Read more