Image: Clair Strong Interior Design Student halls of residences aren’t exactly renowned for their design credentials. They can be a bit bare and impersonal and lacking the creature comforts of home. Stave off homesickness and make your room the envy of all your new friends with these quick and budget friendly design tips for your…

Image: Clair Strong Interior Design Judging by the almost biblical levels of rain we’ve been having, the Indian summer I was so hopeful for may be a distant dream. But it’s not all doom and gloom, because now we can start talking about autumn and winter interior trends and inspiration. I’m starting with fireplaces because…

Image: Clair Strong Interior Design TVs are a permanent fixture in most family living rooms. Who doesn’t love a good Netflix session after a long day at work? Unfortunately, those big black boxes and their cords can be a bit unsightly and stand out for all the wrong reasons. I think the TV should be…

Image: Clair Strong Interior Design The hallway is an oft-neglected space, an undecorated haven for piles of muddy shoes and damp coats. It can seem like a really difficult part of the house to give some style to because it’s not quite a room (so you can’t fill it with furniture) and it can be…

Image: Clair Strong Interior Design When you’re in-between decorating projects but feel like your space could do with a spruce, try these three simple tips: 1. Move things around This is the easiest way to update your space and it won’t cost you a penny. Change is good for the soul, and even something as…

Image: Clair Strong Interior Design A home library might seem like an impossible pipe dream but the truth is you don’t need a sprawling mansion, or even a whole room dedicated to books, you can create a library in just about any space. Books, a comfy chair and some peace and quiet are all you…

Merci was opened in an old 19th century wallpaper factory in March 2009 by Bernard and Marie-France Cohen, founders of BONPOINT the children’s fashion label. Since then this concept store has become one of the biggest shopping sensations in Paris. Located on Boulevard Beaumarchais right in the heart of the trendy Marais area of Paris,…

It’s no secret that the property market is a bit bonkers at the moment. House prices are high, saving for a deposit is a mammoth task, and when you’re actually in a position to buy, properties sell quicker than hot cakes. You may be lucky enough to be reaping the benefits, but for many, the…

Image copyright Clair Strong Interior Design Happy New Year! I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas break. Today I’d like to talk about resolutions, and what you can do to make your home even more enjoyable, productive and relaxing this year. I love January; it’s a month of new beginnings and exciting opportunities. It’s…

Image copyright Clair Strong Interior Design Glass is a wonderfully versatile material and there are many different types – some of which are highly specialised. It can be used in both the architecture (windows, doors, walls, stairs) and interior design (ornaments, mirrors, furniture) of your home, which makes it a designer’s favourite. I find glass…