Interiors with personality by Ann Marie Cousins
Interior design has a reputation for being an expensive activity out of the reach of us mere mortals. Curtains, flooring, wallpaper, paint, lighting, furniture…it all adds up and that affordable budget starts to be stretched really thin. Here are my … Continued
No longer does every room in your home have to match, or even have just one style in a room. Homes with multiple styles adding layers and interest are more inviting and dynamic. If you have fallen in love with … Continued
When browsing glossy interiors mags, lots of people are drawn to the strong colour combinations featured, but feel nervous of introducing them into their own homes. Instead they stick to the tried-and-tested options of a painted feature wall, a large … Continued
Often I get asked about how I became an interior designer. As law isn’t a natural spring board into interiors, my first career as a commercial litigator seems to flummox people. As a child, I loved reading and drawing. Art … Continued
This amazing Maze II rug from Jennifer Manners shows how a neutral room can be brought to life by a couple of beautiful pieces in strong colours. #cantwaittouseit.
After my incredible trip to Paris last month, with Angela Bamforth of Three Interiors, I was interviewed by Laura Koshel of LK Design about the whole experience. Check out her blog post here.
Maison et Objet- a behemoth of a trade fair in Paris every year, covering 9 halls and the world of interiors, along with a little bit of lifestyle and fashion. It’s amazing, and inspiring and a little bit overwhelming all at … Continued