Want that cosy glow without it costing the earth and any of the start-up or clean up hassle? If you’re looking for an alternative to a log burner, we examine the best options available. ARE WOOD BURING STOVES THE BEST OPTION? The log-burner has long been a fixture on many people’s home lust list; it’sContinue reading “How to Achieve the Aesthetics of a Wood Burner With-out Burning any Wood.”
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A Celebration of Anna Connelly
8th March 2022 marks this year’s International Women’s Day, a worldwide celebration of women’s rights and celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. March 1 through March 31 also marks the celebration of Women’s History Month. This month-long celebration is designed to pay tribute to the “generations of women whose commitment toContinue reading “A Celebration of Anna Connelly”
5 Top Tips For Hanging Mirrors Above Fireplaces
For many homeowners, the fireplace is often one of the epicentres of the home where they spend a lot of time. The idea of hanging a mirror above it is to enhance the positive features. We’ve put together 5 top tips to help you choose and hang your mirror (s) in the most effective wayContinue reading “5 Top Tips For Hanging Mirrors Above Fireplaces”
Brick is BACK!
Love it or hate it, the exposed brick wall is making a come-back and it’s here to stay. Brick walls and modern interiors have been at odds with each other for a number of years but the rise of cottage core and loft style have inspired a new-found appreciation for the humble brick. We thoughtContinue reading “Brick is BACK!”
Wood Slats, What’s That?
Tambour panels, wood cladding and the wood slat trend, what’s it all about and why is everyone talking about it? Say hello to the latest interior design trend making waves, timber panels and slatted wood accents. Delivering a subtle texture to walls in homes this trend has finally made its way from commercial to residentialContinue reading “Wood Slats, What’s That?”
The Ultimate Cheese Pizza Recipe
Did you know that 9th January is National Pizza day?! The perfect excuse to fire up your pizza oven and join in with the celebrations. “Hold the toppings!” That’s right, cheese is all you need when celebrating this pizza holiday. There is nothing more rewarding than baking your own pizza in a wood-fired oven, especiallyContinue reading “The Ultimate Cheese Pizza Recipe”
Mirrors Over Mantels
Mirrors have a long and interesting history that stretches across the world and dates back centuries. And despite their transition from a rare object only owned by the very wealthy to a common household possession, the mirror is still a highly popular item of home decor. But why do we hand them over fireplaces? IsContinue reading “Mirrors Over Mantels”
Our Top 5 Fires of 2021
2021 was a great year for new fires, with great strides being taken in Ecodeign technology and innovative design. Here we showcase our 5 favourites that stood out from the crowd. NO. 1 THE LIBERTY 85 A free standing electric fire from Gazco. A bold freestanding design, with the convenience of an electric fire, deliveringContinue reading “Our Top 5 Fires of 2021”
What to Look Out For in 2022
It’s that time of year where we talk about trends and look at what’s set to be the next big thing in the world of stoves and fires. Below we look at 4 fireplace design trends that we’re already seeing utilised in new projects and we‘re pretty certain these will continue to surge in popularityContinue reading “What to Look Out For in 2022”
Interior Design Trends for 2022
Pantone have already announced the official colour of 2022, Very Peri, and we’re excited to see how it transfers in to the forecast interior trends of the year. We’re looking ahead to see how you can take inspiration from these new ideas to personalise your interiors, design to suit lifestyles, incorporate different tastes and reflectContinue reading “Interior Design Trends for 2022”
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