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Welcome to our home of tips and tricks,
inspiration and insider information

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. A collage of Mediterranean inspiration and Oka homeware

    Get the Mediterranean Summer Look

    Enjoy the European holiday feeling at home by bringing the bright and breezy aesthetic of the Mediterranean to your interiors. 

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  2. The Afina decorative storage boxes

    The Ultimate Guide to Organizing Your Home with Storage Boxes

    Offering an attractive and functional solution to clutter, storage boxes are an excellent way to keep your home neat and tidy.

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  3. Arecs armchair

    The Evolution of our Signature Patterns

    Our Product Design and Development Manager Sha Sarda shares the stories behind four of our community’s favourite prints.

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  4. Summer magazine townhouse

    A Serene London Townhouse Brimming with Blue

    Take a step into this light-filled London townhouse, full of blue tones and mixed patterns that create a serene atmosphere. 

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  5. A collage of bright prints and trims in red and blue colours

    Behind the Designs of our Tarma Collection

    Our Co-Founder Sue Jones lets us in on how some of our most statement seating came to life.

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  6. A corner of a living room, featuring a large white sofa, surrounded by side tables, a coffee table, lamps and cushions

    How to Decorate with Stripes

    Discover these expert tips on decorating with stripes, including ideas on using striped upholstery, painting with stripes and the rules for mixing patterns. 

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  7. Relaxing bedroom in natural colour scheme

    How to Create a Relaxing Bedroom with Milla Lascelles

    Health and lifestyle coach Milla Lascelles shares her tips for creating a peaceful environment that aids forty winks.

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  8. A corner of a living room, featuring a large white sofa, surrounded by side tables, a coffee table, lamps and cushions

    The Ultimate Guide to Slipcovers

    Discover all you need to know about this handy sofa accessory—from the practical benefits to style ideas and care tips.

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  9. Dining table set with tableware.

    Our Tableware Buying Guide

    Learn all about dinnerware, flatware, glassware and serving accessories in this expert guide, featuring tips from our Product Design and Development Director Jessica McAuley.

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