Journal

Laura Deane 21/3/23 Laura Deane 21/3/23

An art buyers guide to collecting

Starting to collect art can be an exciting and rewarding experience. Ultimately, the art you choose for your own home has to speak to you alone – but to find art that really works with your interiors, can be tricky. And in my opinion, until the art is hung at the end, a space just doesn’t feel finished. Here are some tips to help you get started:

Laura Deane 2/2/23 Laura Deane 2/2/23

The lowdown on Linen

Linen fabric is an absolute superstar when it comes to clothes and bedding. But did you also know that it’s just as excellent for use in interior design? From effortless linen curtains to hardwearing upholstery and textured cushions, there are lots of reasons why I use linen in many of my interior design projects and is a must-have in any home.

Laura Deane 5/11/22 Laura Deane 5/11/22

Using Mirrors To Brighten A Room

In response to the rise of raw minimalism and a more paired back interior, sculptural mirrors and shiny, reflective surfaces are having a real moment. And by ditching the usual decorative frames and mounting them in all sorts of less obvious places you'll notice a dramatic shift: Light will seem to flood through rooms as if they're openings rather than surfaces and your space will feel bigger, brighter and wider than it actually is.

These are a few of my favourite mirrors right now.

Laura Deane 31/8/22 Laura Deane 31/8/22

Top 4 Interior Design Trends I love right now

I love to forecast interior design trends and it's integral to my job to stay aware of what's coming next. To keep ahead of the curve I look at what trends are coming through via Salone Del Mobile - the annual global design fair in Milan. I also look to see what is coming down the runway in fashion. And then I translate what I find into the spaces I design.

Laura Deane 30/8/22 Laura Deane 30/8/22

Got the blues?

The reason why blue is often recommended for use in homes and in particular in bedrooms is that many shades of blue speak of serenity, quietude, and tranquility—the peaceful suggestions that prepare us for a restful night of sleep. All shades of blue, however, do not deliver the same message.