Hannah In The House

Mid-Century Modern

by Hannah on May 1, 2013 • No Comments

This is my latest styling shoot at the amazing location of Mid-century furniture shop 2&4 (2-4 Southgate Road, Islington, London) All mid-century furniture and accessories used in these shots are from the shop. I urge you all to visit as it’s a fantastic place to get inspired. The pieces are not only...

Shopping

Springtime scent

by Hannah on Apr 25, 2013 • No Comments

I love the smell spring, the magnolia flowers in the trees, fresh cut grass, lavender, mint….. a little sun and new plant life definitely lifts my spirits. I wanted to recreate this feeling inside the home, obviously flowers and plants are a must! Being a sucker for a good scented candle...

Shopping

CATS! Unleash your inner cat-lady.

by Hannah on Apr 4, 2013 • No Comments

Crazy about cats?! Ok so I have to admit that I have turned into a bit of a cat-lady and I own a number of chunky cardigans. Should I be ashamed? PAH! Well today I’m unleashing my inner cat-lady so check out these beauties!!! I know one thing, Hansel is...

Foodie love / Out and About

Rococo chocolate love with Achica

by Hannah on Mar 28, 2013 • No Comments

The lovely people of Achica (the luxury lifestyle store) invited me to a morning of chocolate tasting and Easter egg decorating at the fabulous Rococo Chocolates in Knightsbridge. As their tagline states “Once bitten, truly smitten” , this could not be more true! The event started off pretty great with...

Shopping

Spring Shopping List

by Hannah on Mar 19, 2013 • No Comments

With spring almost in the air I thought that I’d introduce to you my new weekly shopping feature. I’ve picked out some cool new products for you and the home. Hope you get inspired. xx LILA Mug, £16, TOAST White Rabbit Lamp, £49, Bodie and Fou Silver Star Necklace, £17.50,...

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Design / Shopping / Trends

Industrial Decor

by Hannah on Mar 18, 2013 • 2 Comments

Industrial decor is fast becoming a household trend, be gone with the chintz I say ! This doesn’t mean that you need to move into a warehouse and sit on crate palettes, you can bring a little industrial style into your hold by adding a few key pieces. Here are some great rooms that really show...

Shopping / Trends

BACK TO SIMPLE

by Hannah on Mar 14, 2013 • 2 Comments

Whoever said less is more could not have been more right! These latest styling shots glorify a resurgence of a ‘back to basics’ trend and minimal design. I’m very please with these shots (if I should say so myself!) . 1 2 3 4 5 1. Eclectic by...

Tricks of the trade

Bringing beige rooms to life

by Hannah on Mar 13, 2013 • 1 Comment

This sounds pretty darn harsh but I feel quite strongly about this subject so just hear me out. Beige rooms can be the dullest, most uninspiring, blandest spaces you can get. If any room can strip you of your personality it’s a beige one. There I’ve said it but sorry I’ve got to be honest,...

House Porn / Shopping / Tricks of the trade

Dark rooms – Bringing an essence of excitement and drama

by Hannah on Feb 12, 2013 • No Comments

I’ve been thinking a lot about darkly decorated rooms lately and how they can be done with such style. Just because you use a dark paint or mass of dark furniture, does not mean that your room will shrink! I just think that with a little confidence you can create a dramatic and interesting interior....

Out and About

The Vintage Furniture Flea Market – York Hall

by Hannah on Feb 11, 2013 • 1 Comment

Sunday’s challenge was to find a bargain at the Vintage flea market at East London’s York Hall. The day started off not so great, waking up late and having to walk in the rain the the fair. I always forget how beautiful the main hall is at York Hall, a perfect setting for a collection...

House Porn

Renovated home – White, Neon and Graphic Prints

by Hannah on Feb 8, 2013 • No Comments

This renovated home on the coast of Snekkersten, Denmark looks like the idyllic and relaxing. The running theme of white, graphic prints and splashes of neon update this property to a modern but still classic aesthetic. Marie and Lars Abraham have created this stunning home, not surprising that they are both creative people. Lars a...

Shopping

Love a little Valentines

by Hannah on Feb 7, 2013 • No Comments

Valentines day is soon approaching. Are you doing anything special? It’s nice to get a bit soppy now and again and giving a gift or card is always nice (no matter how much you pretend it isn’t! hint hint!). So here’s a little list of cards, pressies and flowers that I think are all lovely....

House Porn

Home Tour : Fashion designer Filippa K

by Hannah on Jan 25, 2013 • 1 Comment

Swedish fashion designer Filippa K opens her home to Interiors writer Maria Soxbo (on behalf of ELLE). Filippa’s Swedish apartment, which has been recently refurbished (including 2 roof terraces!) is now up for sale. It seems that Filippa and her husband are quite the renovators having another project in Paris too. It’s refreshing to see...

Trends

Interior Design Trends for 2013

by Hannah on Jan 17, 2013 • No Comments

Seen as this is my first blog post of the year, I thought a trend blog post will be fitting and set the year off with some inspiration and trend awareness. There’s always lots to look at but I thought I’d highlight a few key trends that I feel will be relevant to the world...

Out and About

Jane Means wrapping event at Liberty’s

by Hannah on Dec 6, 2012 • 1 Comment

I love experimenting with gift wrapping and learning new and exciting ways of making presents look fabulous. Last night I was invited to an event at Liberty’s where gift wrapping extraordinaire Jane Means demonstrated some impressive ribbon skills. Jane has a vast list of clients from wrapping for the Queen, Harrods, various celebrities (not naming...