Autumn is my favourite season for hosting: the light softens, the evenings draw in and there’s something inherently cozy about sharing food when the world outside is cool and crisp. Recently I wanted to turn a neutrally styled dining table into an intimate supper for four that felt layered,...
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Lighting
When I design a multifunctional home office, lighting is always the detail I...
Home Decor
I love a weekend ritual: a quick, low-stakes refresh of the coffee table that...
Home Decor
I’ve spent weeks putting the Dreame H12 Pro FlexReach through its paces in a...
Lighting
Vaulted hallways can feel both dramatic and challenging. I love the sense of...
Creating a cohesive color story across pillows, throws and art is one of my favorite styling challenges — and one that can instantly make a room feel thoughtful, layered and complete. Over the years I’ve learned that color cohesion doesn’t...
I keep a pile of throws in my living room year-round — not because I can’t decide which one I love most, but because each has a different role depending on the season, the mood, and the room’s texture story. Choosing the right throw is one of...
I love giving thoughtful gifts that feel personal without breaking the bank. Over the years as curator of Thukthaeshop, I’ve learned that a memorable hostess present is less about price tag and more about intent, quality and presentation. This...
I have always believed that a coffee table is more than a surface to rest a cup — it’s a small stage where memories, travels and everyday rituals come together. When I style a coffee table, I aim for a composition that feels lived-in,...
I often get asked how I find those one-of-a-kind décor pieces that feel personal, practical and still a little unexpected. Over the years of curating for Thukthaeshop I’ve developed a few habits and shortcuts that consistently lead me to objects...
I love a good reading nook. There’s something about a well-lit corner that invites you to curl up with a book and stay a while. Over the years I’ve tested dozens of pendant lights above chairs, daybeds and window seats—some worked beautifully,...
I love setting a beautiful table, but I also love keeping things affordable. Over the years curating tableware for Thukthaeshop (https://www.thukthaeshop.com) I’ve learned that a thoughtful, layered setting doesn’t require a designer...
I often get asked how to look after the beautiful natural fiber textiles I source for Thukthaeshop — linen throws, handwoven cotton cushions, wool rugs, silk napkins. These pieces feel special because of their texture and the way they age, but...
I have a soft spot for bedside lighting — it’s one of those small details that instantly makes a bedroom feel edited and welcoming. A statement lamp beside your bed can lift the whole vignette, serve practical needs and double as an object of...
Welcoming someone into their first home is one of my favourite occasions to celebrate — it’s the beginning of new routines, fresh memories and a space that will slowly tell their story. When I curate gifts for new homeowners at Thukthaeshop, I...