Reviewing films is not something we do here... design shows yes, food yes, lifestyle events yes... films no. However, for Skyfall there'll be an exception as never before have I felt a film so captured an interior design mood of the moment. Was it intentional? Do set and location designers conspire to create something so... Continue Reading →
Upholstery Project No 2: Traditionally re-upholstering my dining room chairs
Absolutely loving this upholstery course I'm on and thought I'd share my latest project with you. As usually happens, the Moregeous rotational system of furnishing has meant our oak kitchen chairs have disappeared into a tenant's flat! Rather than buy some more, I've rescued 4 rather dilapidated chairs from the Cellar of Shame and am... Continue Reading →
How to create a vintage look on a plain veneer headboard
One of our tenant couples moved out last week, taking with them their bed and leaving a big space! I like providing the Brimnes Ikea beds as they look great, plus are very sturdy with incorporated storage in the form of four big drawers as part of the frame. This stops boxes and crates being... Continue Reading →
Got a DIY Disaster fit for a TV appearance? Let us know!
Team Half Built House are still searching for lovely and enthusiastic DIYers who've got the end of their tether / ability / sanity!! Please get in touch if that's you, or repost this image on your FB or blog if you might know people who need a little (or a lot!) of help in the... Continue Reading →
Upholstery Project No 1: Re-padding a linen box lid
Really pleased with my first official attempt at upholstery, albeit very basic! Having recovered four dining room chairs for our Exeter Half Build House using a combination of determination, adrenalin and staples, I was determined to improve my skills for Series 2 (if we are lucky enough to get one, the team are searching for... Continue Reading →
How to use Cork in your interior design scheme
The word 'cork' used to conjure up two feelings for me, happiness at the fabulous pop of a champagne bottle and revulsion at the slimy hideousness of a unloved bathroom floor! Although there have been some products reinventing the material itself, they've generally been focused on alcohol consumption and bathing. I do like the products below found... Continue Reading →
Sartorial Seating – Furniture’s getting all Dressed-Up for 2013
Each visit to September's London Design Festival reveals certain trends (for want of a better word) which stand out as new for that year. Sometimes it's a type of material used, a colour which is everywhere or a general movement in style of design and this year was no exception. I find it fascinating how designers... Continue Reading →
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