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Interior Design

17/08/2018

Summer Breeze: How To Create A Cool Bedroom

While we’ve been enjoying a glorious heatwave by day, the night time heat has certainly played havoc with our collective bedtime routines! No doubt restless nights, total abandonment of duvet covers and partners heading to the spare room in search of cooler temperatures will have been the story in many households recently. Perhaps you’ve been sleeping with a fan on in the bedroom, or the window has been cracked open all night in a desperate attempt to get some air circulation for more restful sleep. At We Love Linen we... Read More

13/08/2018
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Make Your Halls Home: Decorating Your Student Room

So you’ve got your A-level results and now it’s time to take the next big step; moving to a new city and starting university. One of the major aspects of going to uni (besides the never-ending excuse to party) is moving into halls of residence, gaining independence and whole lot of new friends on the way. Your student room can be a haven away from hectic university life or a buzzing social hub; either way it’s a blank canvas waiting to be transformed. At We Love Linen we believe that... Read More

22/09/2016

Journey to the Past: Vintage Bedroom Makeover

Vintage interior design is all about embracing the past. Whether it’s an ode to old Hollywood glamour, the Victorian era or the classic French countryside, vintage design can bring a touch of nostalgia to a room. Here’s a look at ways to bring the design elements of the past into your future bedroom designs. Throwback Styles When it comes to designing the bedroom, vintage is a popular look as it emulates elegance and classic style. Some may hear the word vintage and automatically think of their grandmother’s china-filled cabinets but “granny-chic” is pummelling... Read More

16/09/2016
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How To Feng Shui Your Bedroom

What is Feng Shui? Feng Shui is the ancient Chinese practice based on the art of placement. The belief is the way we arrange our physical environment can affect our harmony and well-being. From a room’s decor and furnishing they all have a certain energy (chi) and their arrangements can affect our lives either positively or negatively. The main aspect of Feng Shui is creating a balance between the Ying and Yang energies, and there’s a variety of steps to bring this practice into your bedroom. Colour Palette Focus on... Read More

18/08/2016

Creating The Perfect Guest Room

Part of being the perfect host is having the perfect guest room. The ideal guest room should be a serene home away from home for your visitors. The main aim is to have your guests feeling welcomed and enjoy their stay in your home. Here’s some top tips to make your guest room a comfy haven. The ideal bed The most important aspect of any guest room is the bed. You want to make sure your guests can be relaxed and have a good night’s sleep, and only an amazing bed can... Read More

04/08/2016

From Tween to Teen

They don’t stay little forever, and with all the changes that come with raising a teenager their bedroom becomes key. It will become their main space for studying, relaxing and socialising and as they get older their bedroom is the perfect place to show off their personality. Here’s some things to think about when giving your teen’s bedroom a major revamp.   Unique touches The first thing to do is find out from them what they want their room to look like. As tempting as it is to dive straight... Read More

29/07/2016

A Taste of the Orient

Oriental interior design has the ability to evoke a notion of tranquillity and serenity into a home. Japanese and Thai styles focus on being minimalist and close to nature to create a zen atmosphere. Whilst Chinese style is much more opulent with the use of bright, rich colours. Whether you’re combining the styles or not, Far East decorating is all about balance.   Asian-themed interiors usually have a neutral backdrop. Colours such as white, cream and grey are used to create a soothing, relaxed ambience, but vibrant colours are also a huge part of... Read More

24/06/2016

Interior Inspiration For Men

We’ve decided to dedicate this blog post to the boys! Whether you’re attempting to renovate your bachelor pad or style up your man cave, we’ve got all the info you need to create a contemporary, yet masculine space. Find your colours One of the first things to think about is your colour scheme. A good choice for a colour palette is to go neutral; think whites, greys and blacks. But at times this combination can look quite sharp, so try to balance it out. Add a touch of colour with accessories, but... Read More

Plain Duvet Set in Lilac 14/06/2016

Pretty in Pastel

Summer may be just around the corner, but whilst we count down the days until we’re jetting off to a tropical paradise, spring has been offering some major decor inspiration.  One worth mentioning is the pastel sensation. With Pantone announcing that rose quartz and sky blue are their 2016 colours, the popularity for pastels has only increased. The pastel trend is one of the hot topics of 2016. Whether in fashion or interior design, pastel colours are being viewed in a completely different light.  Once upon a time pastels were... Read More