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Ikea: Flat pack and fabulous
Wednesday, 14 October 2009
Cheap, practical and loved across the globe, Ikea designs have become modern classics. As the ubiquitous Billy bookcase enters its fourth decade, Kate Watson-Smyth asks the experts to select their favourite pieces
French twist: How one couple brought a touch of the avant-garde to the Languedoc
Saturday, 10 October 2009
Arnaud serpollet has lived in the same house in Uzès in southern France since he was a child. Today, he and his wife Valerie, both antiques dealers, live and work from this remote rural setting – and have transformed the interior of their ancient barn in the Languedoc almost beyond recognition.
Home interiors: The exhibitionist's shopping list
Wednesday, 7 October 2009
Gallery gift shops have a lot more to offer than arty posters and souvenir pencils. By Kate Watson-Smyth
Flock it
Wednesday, 7 October 2009
Velvety wallpaper is back with a vengeance but not as we know it, reports Annie Deakin
BILLY bookcase goes bling
Thursday, 1 October 2009
Turning thirty this month, IKEA’s bestseller gets a funky makeover for limited editions
The tiling style files
Wednesday, 30 September 2009
Bathroom or kitchen need a new look? Looking for something fresh? Follow these simple steps to wall heaven. By Kate Watson-Smyth
Sitting pretty: Meet the men making designer furniture affordable
Sunday, 27 September 2009
The world of furniture design is built around the same line of division one finds in fashion. On one side are the creations of virtuoso designers, whose unique vision comes with an eye-wateringly expensive price tag. On the other are the mass-market pieces with which those of us with shallower pockets furnish our homes – less expensive and, sadly, often less inspiring.
The 50 best lights
Saturday, 26 September 2009
From chic shades to gardenglobes, Kate Watson-Smythselects the most desirabledesigns to brighten up yourhome this autumn
Bigger the better at London Design Festival
Thursday, 17 September 2009
There's no need to register for trade shows to get a piece of London Design Festival - just look to the streets, says Annie Deakin
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