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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.
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Posted: 11 May 2023Categories: Advice
How One Gardener Created His Dream Escape
Step into the rainbow-colored backyard of friend of OKA Terry Winters, who shares his tips for designing a beautiful outdoor space.
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Posted: 03 May 2023Categories: Inspiration
A Wiltshire Welcome with A Coastal Color 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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Posted: 03 May 2023Categories: Advice
How to Choose the Perfect Vase for Your Flowers
Let your arrangement bloom with these tips and tricks that tackle shape, height, placement and color.
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Posted: 29 April 2023Categories: Lifestyle
Summer Feasting with Joe Woodhouse
The author, food writer and photographer on his perfect summer dinner party menu and the undeniable joys of cooking and entertaining outside.
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Posted: 27 April 2023Categories: Advice
Martyn Lawrence Bullard’s Ultimate Coronation Party
World-renowned interior designer by day, expert party planner by night, Bullard is well-versed in hosting celebrations fit for a king.
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Posted: 24 April 2023Categories: Advice
Expert Tips for Arranging Faux Flowers
Watch our step-by-step video guide to learn how to create beautiful floral displays for your home.
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Posted: 22 April 2023Categories: Inspiration
Styled by You: Inside the Homes of Three OKA Enthusiasts
Discover how three of our stylish customers, living in three very different settings, have put their unique stamp on their homes.
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Posted: 18 April 2023Categories: Inspiration
Nature-First Design Revives a Victorian Townhouse
Organic materials breathe new life into this period property, where earthy textures and tones take center stage.
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Posted: 13 April 2023Categories: Advice
Our Buying Guide for Ottomans and Footstools
Come to grips with these two sitting room staples as we delve into the detail, covering size, shape and style.