I love a small round table. It forces you to slow down, invites conversation and creates an intimate frame for food and friends. But because the surface is so compact, choosing the right centerpiece is a tiny styling puzzle: it needs to be striking without overwhelming, layered without cluttering,...
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Home Decor
Textiles
I care about beautiful, well-kept textiles as much as anyone who loves a warm...
Home Decor
I love turning overlooked corners into small moments of beauty, and narrow...
Tableware
Autumn is my favourite season for tablescapes: the light softens, the days...
When I first heard about the Rowenta X-Force Flex 13.60, I was intrigued by promises of a flexible, powerful, and truly versatile stick vacuum. Having built a home-focused shop and written about the small tools that make daily life smoother, I...
I love cushions—especially handwoven ones—for their ability to transform a sofa, add warmth and personality, and, yes, gracefully hide the inevitable signs of life: pet-worn arms, scratches, and flattened corners. When a beloved cat or dog has...
I often get asked which pendant light will work best above a low-ceiling reading nook without making the space feel cramped. It’s a question I love because it brings together two things I’m passionate about: creating cosy, liveable corners and...
I love setting a table that feels effortless yet considered — the kind that invites conversation and makes a meal feel like an event without being fussy. Today I want to share how I style a seasonal tablescape for four using three ceramics from...
I still remember the first narrow hallway I styled with a single sculptural mirror from Thukthaeshop: a slim, organic-shaped piece with a hand-finished brass frame that felt like a little pause between rooms. The effect was immediate — the...
I recently carried out a test complet dun aspirateur balai sans fil because, as someone who curates home pieces and cares about livable design, I wanted to know how a Kärcher cordless stick vacuum would actually perform in a lived-in home. I was...
There’s something almost magical about changing the lighting in a room — especially in a rental where built-ins and paint choices can feel limiting. I’ve refreshed more living rooms than I can count, and I’ve learned that three thoughtful...
I often get asked how to keep the beautiful handwoven throws I source for Thukthaeshop looking fresh for years. These textiles are tactile, often made from natural fibres and small-batch techniques — which is exactly what makes them special, but...
I’ve spent years thinking about how small, well-chosen objects change the way a home feels and functions. When it comes to cleaning — a task most of us reserve for weekend rituals or a hired help — the idea of a robot nettoyeur de vitres haute...
I love a table that feels effortless yet considered — especially in autumn, when shorter days and soft light invite lingering meals and warm conversation. One of my favourite approaches is a five-piece centerpiece built around ceramics from...