Cosy up for February
The snows of January have finally melted – now we move into a (hopefully warmer) February, but we’re still a while away from breaking out the sandals and throwing open all of our windows. Until the spring warmth hits, I’m making my house a truly cosy place to live. Here are a few of my... Read more...
Trend Bible showcase their key trends for 2012 at Top Drawer
January was a whirlwind month for the Trend Bible team. We visited some of Europe’s most exciting interiors trade events including Maison et Objet and Interiors UK, and we also created bespoke Trend Features for Top Drawer, the UK’s leading event for design-led gifts, lifestyle and fashion accessories. For those of you who couldn’t get... Read more...
See the colourful trends for spring/summer 2012 at the new Home exhibition
January saw the launch of Home, a new homeware show exhibiting alongside the reputable Top Drawer at Earls Court, London. The show boasted the best designers and companies from the UK and Europe all showing off their new accessories for 2012. Of course, we couldn’t resist a chance to get a sneak peek of the... Read more...
Revealed: Bright new wallpapers from Hygge & West
mydeco guest blogger, Christiana Coop, is the wallpaper guru for the lovely homewares company ferm LIVING, and runs her own business Hygge & West. This week Christiana launches a new wallpaper line and gives her two cents at a creative entrepreneurial conference in San Francisco. Red Forest Leaves wallpaper by Hygge & West Hope you... Read more...
Book Review: Ideas by Kelly Hoppen
Kelly Hoppen’s seventh book, Ideas, is out today, once again letting you into her spectacular interior design secrets. With an array of beautiful accompanying pictures, a foreword from Victoria Beckham and Hoppen’s signature details, it’s a style bible. Read more...
New year, new wallpaper – say Lulu Guinness, Wayne Hemingway and Paul Smith
Want a new look for the New Year? I’ve asked top designers how they create an instant makeover at home and the unanimous answer is… drum roll, if you please… wallpaper. Lulu Guinness, Wayne Hemingway, Jemma Kidd, Barbara Hulanicki and Sir Paul Smith tell us how it is. Lulu Guinness: ‘To update a room, use wallpaper.... Read more...
Heart Zeena’s Christmas how-to
On a chilly December day I headed over to the warming environment of the East London Design Show to meet one of the mydeco boutiquers, Zeena Shah of Heart Zeena. Known for her great range of prints, seen on a variety of home products, she gives us an exclusive look into one of her most... Read more...
How to choose a Christmas tree
Before you decide, real or fake, or before you even buy a tree, read our essential tips Read more...
Kelly Hoppen’s tips for Christmas decorating
kelly hoppen, decorating, festive, christmas, style, home, cushions, crystals, fairy lights, holly, berries Read more...
Expert design tips on how to make your kitchen reflect your personality by Johnny Grey
Are you looking for a unique kitchen that doesn't look like everyone else's? Expert Johnny Grey gives advice on how to create a kitchen that reflects your personality... Read more...
Eight ways to detox your home
Give your home a fresh start for the new year. A little light sorting, swapping and organising will make your rooms look great – plus you’ll feel better without the need to give up chocolate. Result. Read more...
