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

  1. Tales of Escapism with Amanda Cutter Brooks

    Tales of Escapism with Amanda Cutter Brooks

    In episode two of our House of Tales podcast, journalist Bethan Ryder visits the tastemaker in the Cotswolds to learn how travel shapes her home.

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  2. Tales of Individuality with Bay Garnett

    Tales of Individuality with Bay Garnett

    In the inaugural episode of our House of Tales podcast, the fashion stylist gives host and design journalist Bethan Ryder a tour of her west London townhouse.

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  3.  Octavia Dickinson on the Enduring Charm of British Design

    Octavia Dickinson on the Enduring Charm of British Design

    We spoke to the interior designer about her classic English country house style, heritage design and why people are seeking comfort in color and print.

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  4. How Alice Grace Interiors Gave Her Modern Home a Timeless Makeover

    How Alice Grace Interiors Gave Her Modern Home a Timeless Makeover

    The designer on transforming her contemporary property to complement its classic Cotswolds surroundings.

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  5. A Timeless Bath Townhouse Rich in Reflective Elegance

    A Timeless Bath Townhouse Rich in Reflective Elegance

    A calming color palette with metallic touches and an abundance of texture result in a refined yet welcoming look.

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  6. How to Mix Old and New Design

    How to Mix Old and New Design

    OKA’s interiors expert Sarina Hawkins shares her tips for blending the traditional with the contemporary.

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  7. A Restored London Landmark Decorated with Rustic Romance

    A Restored London Landmark Decorated with Rustic Romance

    Clerkenwell’s Old Sessions House plays host to our new Spring Collection. Discover how we created a romantic atmosphere within its renovated walls.

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  8. An Inside Look At The 2022 Kips Bay Decorator Show House Palm Beach

    An Inside Look At The 2022 Kips Bay Decorator Show House Palm Beach

    Discover the trends bringing a dose of excitement to Palm Beach for the show house’s fifth residence on the island.

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  9. Easter Entertaining with Claire Ptak

    Easter Entertaining with Claire Ptak

    We caught up with the founder of London-based bakery Violet Cakes to talk all things Easter, from a sustainable menu to celebratory plans.

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