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Do you ever find yourself slipping onto estate agent websites, dreaming over local villas that are wildly out of budget — but irresistible all the same? It’s a pastime I’m no stranger to. I confess, on more than one occasion, I’ve even turned up to viewings — Per in tow — looking completely bewildered! This villa, to me, is one of those dreamy homes. Had it been closer, I’d have certainly signed up for the viewing! Located in picturesque Gamla Enskede, Stockholm, the villa has everything I love in a home: a pretty façade, a beautiful, light and airy entrance (complete with a window seat — after all, a girl needs to be comfortable when taking off her shoes, right?), large open-plan rooms, each with a traditional tiled masonry fireplace, high ceilings, a dining nook drenched in light, and the perfect party kitchen! Be still, beating heart. While it's simply decorated, the fresh white, grey and green tones create the perfect blank canvas to springboard into your own design palett...

Twenty-two years. That's how long I have lived in Sweden. And I can safely say it's home. Having said that, I have always felt I have two homes: England will also be home too. Are any of you living outside the country you grew up in and feel that way too?  So, after a very Swedish, very beautiful weekend last week where the sun shone on Midsummer's Eve celebrations up and down the country, I am hoping you won't mind indulging me here with a tour of a very traditional English country home. I felt extremely nostalgic the moment I saw it as it reminds me very much of my friend Natalie's home in the South Downs.  Tucked away in the East Sussex countryside, this beautiful 17th-century farmhouse in Pett is full of character and charm. Original features are everywhere — including the incredible beams — adding to its warmth and deep sense of history. I don’t think there’s a single new piece in the entire house, from the tables and chairs to the wall units and the old p...

Press trip / sponsored post I love Italy. It has everything – the history, the culture, the coffee, the wine, the pasta, the ice cream, the sunshine, the lyrical language and, of course, the warm, welcoming people. So when Catalano – a bathroom company known for its elegant, expertly crafted ceramic designs – invited me to visit their headquarters just outside Rome, I was on the plane faster than you can say Ciao. And guess what? I discovered something new to add to my list of Italian loves: ceramics. Read on to hear more about my trip – the beautiful places I explored and how the region’s rich ceramic heritage lives on through a company that blends tradition with top-tier craftsmanship. The picturesque village of Civita Castellana Our first port of call was the picturesque village of Civita Castellana. Just North of Rome, Civita Castellana is a bustling town steeped in history and full of Italian charm. It's also home to the Forte San Gallo...

One of the things that captivates me most about people’s homes is how beautifully different they all are. Some favour calm, minimalist spaces - a serene oasis to unwind in. Others embrace bold colours and playful touches, while some lean into a cosy, homely vibe with layers of texture and candlelight. And of course, there are countless styles in between, each with its own unique personal touch. This mysig Stockholm apartment falls firmly into the cosy category - and it couldn’t be more perfect for this moment in Sweden. The midsummer sun has quietly slipped away, replaced by fast-moving clouds delivering bursts of rain and hail. Once again, we find ourselves hunkering down, listening to the rhythm of summer showers from the comfort of our homes. Terez Persson , who describes herself as a lover of interiors, food and pretty things, has created a space that reflects all of these passions. Her home is a warm embrace of earthy tones, soft, tactile textures, flickering candlelight an...