Ellen Millard

Ellen Millard
Creative Content Editor
  1. A leather armchair decorated with a beige cushion and sitting next to a striped ceramic stool

    Our New Collection Heroes

    Discover how our Product Design and Development Director Jessica McAuley brought our latest designs to life, as she shares the inspirations and ideas behind the new collection.

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  2. A navy sofa, pattern upholstered chairs and a wooden coffee table are arranged in front of floor-to-ceiling glass windows.

    A Grade II Listed Cottage Revitalised by our Interior Design Service

    Discover the latest project by our team, a historical home in Guildford with a nature-inspired aesthetic.

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  3. A sitting room decorated with colourful accents, including a yellow upholstered ottoman, blue vases and orange lampshades.

    Uplifting Colours to Combat January Blues

    What colours make a room feel happy? We share six of our favourite optimism-inducing shades in this guide, spanning energising yellow to inviting orange and calming blue. 

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  4. Absiola Omole is wearing brown trousers and a camel-coloured top, reading a book and sitting on a linen sofa. A large faux tree is in the background.

    How Abisola Omole Created a Calm and Peaceful Home

    Taking cues from Malibu beach houses and traditional English country homes, the Creative Director and Founder of lifestyle brand Studio Arva designed her interiors with relaxation in mind.

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  5. A minimalist-style sitting room with a white sofa, black sideboard and black coffee table

    How to Style Minimalist Interiors

    Our friends and in-house experts share their tips for adding warmth and charm to the pared-back look.

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  6. A collage of interior design images, including patterned cushions, white armchairs, and a marble fireplace.

    Interior Design Trends 2024

    Discover six interior designers' predictions for the coming months, from natural materials to glossy lacquer and personality-packed homes.

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  7. A row of blue and red velvet dining chairs arranged around a rectangular dining table, with the table set with patterned accessories and flowers.

    How to Throw a Dinner Party the OKA Way

    We put our hosting skills to the test when we invited a few friends of OKA to celebrate with us at our Chelsea store. Find out how we did it – and how to recreate the look.

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  8. A black doorway decorated with a red and green festive wreath.

    How Interior Designers Spend the Festive Season

    Mother-daughter design duo Joanna Wood and Hattie Hansard share their festive family traditions, decorating ideas and plans for the season ahead. 

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  9. OKA gift bags are arranged on a table with foliage, candle holders, gifts and red patterned baubles.

    How to Shop the Sales

    Follow our guide to shopping smartly – from investing in timeless silhouettes to the materials and fabrics to look out for. 

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