Image: Clair Strong Interior Design This month, The Bath Magazine published my round-up of the most exciting design events coming up in 2017. Well, for those of you who don’t live in Bath and thus don’t receive the magazine, I’m republishing parts of that article here. Design is a really important part of British culture,…

Today I want to talk about ‘faking it’ in interior design. I’m a strong believer in using clever little tricks to create the illusion of a particular feature, style or trend. We’re not all blessed with an endless supply of income and time, so faking it can sometimes be necessary. In fact, there are some…

Image: Clair Strong Interior Design Not just another passing fad or kitschy buzzword; biophilic design is radically changing the way we interact with our urban spaces. According to respected biologist Edward O. Osborne, humans have an innate attraction to nature; a biological need to connect with the natural world. But our cities and suburbs are…

Image: Clair Strong Interior Design We all understand the importance of sleep. And yet so many of us struggle to get a solid seven hours. For many people, the problem of poor sleep is quite simple: their bedroom is not the sanctuary of peace and quiet it should be. Here are my tips for creating…

Image: Clair Strong Interior Design Storage space: the one thing all homes could use more of. Here, in the second part of this two-part series (check out part one here) I show you some creative ways to maximise storage space in the bathroom and living room. The Bathroom The bathroom is usually the most storage-deficient…

Image: Clair Strong Interior Design Houses are getting smaller. Research conducted by The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) found that the majority of new build homes are significantly smaller than their older counterparts. What this often means is a squeeze on storage; smaller kitchens, fewer built-in wardrobes and no cupboard under the stairs. Too…

Image: Clair Strong Interior Design The Danish concept of hygge took the world by storm in 2016. Celebrating the cosy, joyful moments of every single day is a lifestyle we could all benefit from. Especially during winter. But it’s not just the perpetually happy Danes who have embraced meaningful ways of living. There are cultures…

Image source: Lucy Halcombe I’ve spoken extensively about inspiration on this blog. How to find it, how to keep it and how to not let it overwhelm you (yes, you can have too much inspiration). One of the ways I stay inspired is by following artists and designers on Instagram. Seeing beautiful works of art…

Image: Clair Strong Interior Design There’s a lot to love about new build homes; they’re modern, often beautifully designed, high-spec and generally very energy efficient. But, and this is quite a big but, they can be quite bland. Most construction companies will use the same suppliers for every home they build. That can mean thousands…

Image: Clair Strong Interior Design If you’re a frequent reader of design blogs or magazines, you’ve probably come across the word hygge. It’s a Danish word (pronounced hoo-gah) that roughly translates to cosiness. But it’s not just a word; it’s a whole concept – one the Danes fully embrace. In essence, it’s about creating warm,…