April 2014

Welcome to the latest in our series of interviews with interiors insiders. Grab a cup of tea and a biscuit or three and have a read of our interview with interior designer Yasmin Chopin. I first came across Yasmin on twitter, where she's a lovely warm presence who always shares good ideas and kind words. Since then I've enjoyed her blog (newly re-designed! Pop and have a look) and am planning to check out her Google+ community too. Without further ado, let me introduce you to the lady herself... First, can you introduce yourself and your work for anyone who isn't aware...
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Pale pink is a colour which is much derided as being girly, childish, too sweet and generally not serious. However, I think that if it is used sensitively it can work wonderfully, as these stylish rooms show: Image credit: My Scandinavian home blog Image credit: SF Girl by Bay Image credit: House & Garden, photo by Mel Yates Image credit: Ikea Image credit: Inside Out magazine, photo by Sam McAdam-Cooper Image credit: My Scandinavian Home, photography by Tia Borgsmidt Image credit: Bella Mumma Image credit: Lonny Magazine Image credit: Decor Pad, Caitlin Wilson design Image credit: Rue magazine I hope with the range of looks, tones and uses for pink above you...
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Today is the turn of Chris from GDUKStyle to take part in our series of interviews with interiors insiders. I first became aware of GDUKStyle through twitter, and have chatted with Chris on there many times. Since then I discovered that not only do they feature great artisans on the GDUKStyle site, but they also offer a fab service to help you "Upstyle" your home, with a real focus on being eco-friendly. Without further ado, why not get yourself a cuppa and let me introduce you to the lady herself... First, can you introduce yourself and your work for anyone who isn't...
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I'm a big fan of herringbone patterns in interiors and will seek to include them wherever I can... fabrics, art prints, flooring and more. This, though, is the first time I've seen one used on the walls... and I love it! Image credit: Wall and Deco I love the use of natural materials and colours here and how it is combined with the rough textured concrete wall. The look brings together utilitarian and industrial style with some natural elements. I would finish it off with a few shiny bits and pieces, or some bright pops of colour. I love the tones used...
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