I regularly receive emails from readers asking me for suggestions where to go and what to do in Amsterdam. For all of you visiting Amsterdam , The Netherlands, I have created a Amsterdam Design Guide with all the best tips for (design) hotels, great restaurants, where to go for your design shopping, the best museums, places of interest etc. It
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atelier abigail ahern
Yesterday I posted about that beautiful chandelier that can be purchased from Atelier Abigail Ahern. When I am in London I always make sure to visit this gorgeous store run by Abigail Ahern. Abigail is a highly experienced and well renowned stylist and interior designer and has worked across Europe, America and the Middle East. Her hallmark being her relaxed
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candle chandelier
A sense of drama and love of the ornate characterise this stunning Neo-Baroque inspired chandelier. Suitable for holding taper candles or t-lights it creates a beautiful flickering, flattering low light. This giant chandelier (110×140 cm!) is available from Atelier Abigail Ahern in London.
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studio pieter stockmans
Pieter Stockmans set up his studio, located in Genk (Belgium) in 1987. Pieter is specialised in beautiful handicraft products made from delicate porcelain. The porcelain is produced according to traditional methods in his own studio in little series under the brand Pieter Stockmans Belgium. His daughter Widukind and her husband Frank Claesen have also joined the business. Click here to
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gift tags … for my x-mas tree
I purchased these beautiful gift tags on etsy yesterday. The tags come in a set of 12 or 18, depending on size. Etsy seller Elfrida has designed each pattern herself, trying to give every design its own character. These tags are truly unique, requiring layers and layers to make. They will definitely give that extra bit of charm to your
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moroccan inspiration
I hope you have been enjoying the posts about the gorgeous interiors of Moroccan Riads! If you, like me, are drawn to this style of decoration, then please find below some ideas for creating a ‘Moroccan atmosphere’ in your home. The photo above was taken in my living room. All furniture and accessories are mine but most are also available
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moroccan tiles
With Moroccan tiles you can easily add a eclectic atmosphere in you home and garden. I especially like these tiles when used for a bathroom or to create a cosy patio as in the images above and below. The tiles feature here are from Design Tegels. This company located in Utrecht, The Netherlands offers beautiful tiles for a reasonable price
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riad p’tit habibi in marrakech
This Marrakech riad is absolutely gorgeous! P‘tit Habibi is a beautiful riad at the north end of the Marrakech Medina (Morocco). The house fuses traditional artisan craft with modern design. For the decoration of the individually designed rooms, traditional craftsmanship is combined with cutting edge design. The Bibliotheque, which is the main meeting space for quests, has a gorgeous large
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castles in the sand
Another beautiful Moroccan retreat is Castles in the Sand. The villas Dar Beida and Dar Emma, which are available for rent, are located in a dusty coastal town called Essaouira. It is in this little town that Orson Welles based his Othello, and Jimi Hendrix found the inspiration for ‘Castles In The Sand’. Built in the 18th century and constructed
