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Flora’s eclectic designs epitomize all we love about this style – from her audacious fabrics to ornate wallpapers. Here, Flora, who releases her Pavilion Collection today, shares her interior design tips – and how to achieve the look through printed fabrics. How to curate a classic British style with patterned textiles How to curate a classic British style with patterned textiles There is an un-precious quality to a naturally British aesthetic, with a sense of nonchalance where not everything needs to sit alongside each other in perfect harmony....

Being the legends that they are, the teams within Fnatic have attracted many collaborators and the latest in the list is the renowned Italian luxury fashion brand, Gucci. To celebrate their new partnership, Gucci has launched a special Fnatic version of its Dive watch. Taking Fnatic’s League of Legends team as the source of its inspiration, the watch is draped in black and orange which is the signature colourway of Fnatic itself....

There is a plethora of front door ideas to choose from, including doors that are solid, paneled, glass or part glazed, and more, but making the right selection to complement a home’s architecture is crucial to the external appearance of a home. Here we look at the benefits as well as what to be aware of for each style and experts contribute their advice. Front door design Front door design...

See our Movers & Shakers section for more makers My passions have always been sculpture and architecture. As a child, I was forever engrossed in art projects. Both of my parents were graphic designers and I have fond memories of growing up in London in the Seventies and Eighties, meeting lots of inspirational people at my father’s studio. After completing a foundation year in art at Kingston University my love of design led me into furniture....

The author of A Song of Ice and Fire (the book series that GOT is based on) feels the same way too. In a heartwarming post that brought tears to my eyes, George R. R. Martin shared his overall thoughts on the years that have come and gone being a part of Game of Thrones. You can click here to check out his full post. It is hard to believe it is over, if truth be told....

Equipped with sleek aluminium chassis which has a thickness of only 2cm, customers can choose to equip the new Aero 15 with Samsung AMOLED 4K display. If that’s too much to handle, the company also offers a 240Hz Full HD IGZO panel from Sharp. Regardless of their choice, both of these display panels are individually calibrated to meet X-Rite Pantone standards which clearly showed that the Aero 15 is also targeted at creative professionals as well in addition to gamers....

The range has been created in collaboration with celebrated British designer Dee Hardwicke. Adapted from an original ceramic illustration, these beautiful tiles create a casual, rustic warmth in both modern and traditional interiors. ;I’m really inspired by the creativity, ingenuity and craftsmanship embodied by the Garden City pioneers and the Arts & Crafts movement at the turn of the 20th century,’ says designer Dee Hardwicke. Tile trends – from Art Deco to terrazzo to outdoor tiles...

Humidifiers all have the same basic role: to add moisture to the air. They achieve this by turning water into vapor which is dispelled into the air. However, if the water tank and other connections in the humidifier are dirty, the vapor you and your family inhale will also be dirty. This is why regular and thorough humidifier cleaning is an important part of its use and should never be overlooked or put off....

Knowing how to dethatch a lawn is an essential part of lawn care advice that every gardener should know. Luckily, it is not difficult to know when the best time to dethatch your lawn is, as you will likely notice clues your lawn is giving you that it’s in trouble. If you notice that your lawn feels spongy, as if you were walking on carpet, or there is a thick layer of brown, spongy material when you look at your turf side on, then you may have a thatch issue....

Originally from the rainforests of West Africa, this beautiful fig can reach heights of up to 45ft in the wild and an impressive 6ft indoors. As the name suggests, the distinctive leaves are large in size, with undulating edges and a nipped middle, not dissimilar to a fiddle or lyre. Leathery in texture with pronounced veins, this single or multi-stemmed plant is one that makes a real impact in any room....

These old-fashioned favorites are stalwarts of cottage garden ideas, where their frilly blooms in myriad colors can be enjoyed scrambling up obelisks, trained up trellis and supports, and filling borders with their heady scent. If you are planning a cut flower garden, they are a brilliant choice and are available in nearly every shade to complement many floral displays. There is nothing like burying your face into a freshly picked bunch....

When it comes to hosting the perfect cocktail party there are lots to consider, from your room layout, furnishings, home bar ideas, and lighting, right down to small details like the glassware and garnishes, not to mention food and drink. To help get you inspired we’ve served up an array of cocktail party ideas and must-have pieces, alongside some handy tips from interior experts on creating the perfect setting for entertaining....

A gift tag is the final finishing touch that is added to a wrapped gift and is a chance to write a personal message to your friends and family on a special occasion. Gift tags can also be used to enhance your gift-wrapping ideas with stylish decoration, color and visual interest; with a homemade gift tag making your wrapped creation feel even more special and meaningful. Once you know how to make dried flower gift tags, you can apply this process to make all manner of different crafts and decorations, from homemade cards to artistic framed displays....