Tom Dixon shop now open in London

I have always been a fan of Tom Dixon and I have specifically admired his lighting collection. I was happy to hear that Tom Dixon has launched his first shop in Portobello Dock, Ladbroke Grove. Housed in a converted Victorian Wharf Building, the shop exclusively sells the full collection of lighting and furniture as well as work from a selection of other international designers. I think this store will become my next best thing to home....xxx

Shabby Chic trend

The beauty of imperfections, the allure of time-worn objects, and the appeal of simple practical living: these are the cornerstones of the Shabby Chic® brand. Interior Designer Rachel Ashwell , one of my personal favourites, stands out with the uniqeness of her shabby interiors . Like the cozy familiarity of a well-worn pair of faded jeans, the dilapidated elegance of an Italian villa, the worn grandeur of faded velvets and mismatched floral china handed down from your grandmother’s attic, the brand is a revived appreciation for what is used, well-loved, and worn, it is a respect for natural evolution and a regard for what is easy and sensible.You can visit her flagship stores in

• New York 117 Mercer Street, NY 10012
• California 1013 Montana Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90403
• London 202 Kensington Park Road, London, UK W11 1NR

vintage trend

60's flower power has gone to the next level. Just take a look at the market and you will see that designers are embracing all things floral, but with a new, modern twist. whether it’s upholstering a chair or just putting a new wallpaper design, flowers are popping up all over. The traditional floral motif can be used in many different ways and I can easily say that the contemporary flower power movement is back. So, check out these designs and get a little spring flower look going on in your apartment. enjoy! From top to bottom:

• Wallpaper by Sophie Conran www.sophieconran.com/Wallpaper_Fleur.asp , 
• Bedspread by Urban Outfitters  www.urbanoutfitters.co.uk/russian-patch-quilt/invt/5532038250003/&bklist=icat,5,shop,home,homecategories,textiles , 
• Upholstery fabric by Designers Guild  www.designersguild.com/fabric-and-wallpaper-showroom/all-collections/amalienborg-fabrics/sanssouci/heather/

Welcome to my blog...

Hi everyone,
Just a warm welcome to all. This blog will become your sourcebook for warm home ideas, interesting design updates,decorating tips and a place where I can share my thoughts and inspirations...Interiors have no boundaries and I believe that imagination,style and taste is the perfect combination.
Enjoy....
xxx