While summer may have been brief this year, it will soon be time to hunker down at home for autumn, whether curled up on the sofa with a box-set binge or wrapped up under the duvet with a hot chocolate. It doesn’t sound too bad, does it? As ever, the esteemed buying team at Heal’s […]
Summer is here, and with long, hot days and even longer, hotter nights, it can be particularly difficult to sleep over the coming months. Certainly, you can swap your sheets, pillows and duvet for lightweight, breathable ones and allow cool air to circulate via a ceiling fan or an open window, but it can still […]
There’s nothing like waking up with aches and pains to get your day off on the wrong foot, whether a sore back, tight shoulders or a stiff neck, which is why an orthopaedic mattress could be one of the best investments you ever make for yourself. After all, now more than ever, we’re finally realising […]
Summer is here and with it long, languid evenings spent outside. Whatever your outdoor space, from country garden to city balcony, lighting can make all the difference, not just in how it looks, but how it feels. Think atmospheric festoon lighting wrapped around trees, draped over fences or winding through pergolas. Statement pendants casting a […]
From sunning yourself to hosting friends, your outdoor space sets the scene for all kinds of activities throughout the summer, but what to do if you don’t have a large garden? With a few clever tips and tricks, you can turn even the smallest space into the biggest opportunity, making it feel bigger and work […]
Now, more than ever, we’re looking for personalisation in every aspect of lives, whether it’s in fashion, events or travel, and the same is true of our furniture. After all, the most discerning dressers have long demanded tailoring for the clothes they put on their backs from Savile Row and elsewhere, so why should interiors […]
More often than not, your style isn’t simply modern or traditional, but a melange of the two. Which is good news, as a fusion of contemporary and classic décor is effective in creating an eclectic home that feels lived-in and is full of interest, not to mention being bang on trend. What’s more, most of […]
As the self-confessed ‘creative director’ of their Victorian terrace in south-east London, writer Robyn Donaldson (@around.robyn) has filled her home with plenty of character and personality, all designed to be a conversation-starter for visiting friends and family. So, how did the “creative control freak” – her words, not ours – find partnering with our Interior […]
Nothing sets the scene for seasonal celebrations quite like a festive table. But forget the picture-perfect tablescapes you’ve seen on Pinterest and Instagram. Instead, consider yours a blank canvas for no-holds-barred creativity, and a chance to express your personality, showcase your tastes and make your guests feel truly welcome. This year, more than ever, it’s […]
It’s finally time to throw open the doors to entertain friends and family again. Whether they’re visiting from near or far, nothing welcomes loved ones in from the cold quite like a house filled with festive cheer, from a tree twinkling with fairylights to a mantlepiece festooned with lush foliage and a table bedecked with […]
We’re proud to host our very own Festival of Light every autumn, celebrated this year from 10 to 31 October, to showcase the world’s most exquisite lighting brands and designers. Not only that, but it coincides with the changing of the seasons, when the days get shorter and the evenings get darker. After a long, […]
In this article we showcase some of the best British made furniture brands and their most celebrated designs.
