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An Expert’s Guide to Lighting

Bring an inviting glow to your home with these room-by-room tips from one of our interior designers.

  1. Emma Burns in her country home

    The Evolution of English Country House Style

    Emma Burns, joint Managing Director of British decorating company Sibyl Colefax & John Fowler, discusses the brand’s influence on the coveted aesthetic, along with her tips on getting the look.

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  2. The Storage Edit

    Our Guide to Choosing Storage Furniture

    Stuck on storage? Here we walk you through how to pick the best solution for every room.

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  3. Our Guide to Outdoor Furniture Materials

    How to Design a Home for Every Season

    Sarina Hawkins, one of our expert interior designers, shares her tips for creating a timeless space that will look good all year round.

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  4. A red side table with cubed, bobbin-inspired legs holds an array of glassware and bottles of drink.

    Our Father’s Day Gift Guide

    What to do when you’ve exhausted the “World’s Best Dad” memorabilia? Follow our lead with these present ideas for the fatherly figure in your life.

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  5. Our Guide to Outdoor Furniture Materials

    Our Guide to Outdoor Furniture Materials

    Wood, stone, metal, rattan, resin – there are so many to choose from. We break down the pros and cons of each in this comprehensive guide.

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  6. Hazel Gardiner is wearing a white top and white striped trousers, leaning on her arm and smiling, next to a floral-filled table.

    A Flower-Filled Table Created by Hazel Gardiner

    We visited the acclaimed floral designer at home, where she dreamt us up a beautiful tabletop using our faux stems.

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  7. A rectangular mirror with metal gold frame up hanging on wall, in front of a chest drawers with a table lamp and a vase with flowers.

    How to Use Mirrors to Transform Your Home

    Far from simply being a practical object, a mirror is a transformative piece that can instantly make your space feel bigger and brighter.

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  8. Terry Winter's garden

    How One Gardener Created His Dream Escape

    Step into the rainbow garden of friend of OKA Terry Winters, who shares his tips for designing a beautiful outdoor space.

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  9. A Wiltshire Home with A Coastal Colour Palette

    A Wiltshire Welcome with A Coastal Colour Palette

    Come into this converted barn. Its cohesively designed interiors both reflect its Wiltshire surroundings and draw inspiration from coastal living.

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