Buy for Good – Investing In a Sustainable Home

When it comes to making a purchase, sustainability has become a key factor and is at the top of the global agenda, with many changing their consumer habits and moving away from the throwaway culture. Our latest research has revealed that Brits are keener than ever to invest in sustainable, durable products for their home, […]

How to Stop Cats Scratching Furniture

So, you’ve invested in a new piece of furniture that you absolutely love, but unfortunately your cat does too. From sofas and armchairs to the dining table, scratching furniture is perfectly natural behaviour in cats. Typically, cats with access to a garden will scratch on outdoor objects like fences or trees. However, plenty of indoor […]

Neutral minimalism meets mid-century modern in this open-plan living space

When you’re in the thick of the dust and destruction of a home renovation, sometimes it can be tricky to see the light at the end of the tunnel and visualise how the finished project will come together. Interiors and Lifestyle influencer Jess Parr (@jessroseparr) set up @jessrosehome to document her renovations of her Victorian […]

Behind the Design: History of the Anglepoise Lamp

Instantly recognisable, incredibly functional and steeped in heritage, the Anglepoise Lamp has been in British homes for over 85 years. This truly iconic and legendary light is one of the most celebrated lighting designs in the Heal’s collection. But how did the humble Anglepoise become such a stalwart addition to British homes? Read on as […]

5 Ways to Choose & Arrange Cushions on a Sofa

A stylish living room isn’t complete without some carefully chosen and arranged cushions on the sofa. No matter the space, the right cushions really can transform a room. Sure, your dream sofa may have been delivered and the armchair you picked out looks great, but it still needs cushions. There isn’t a hard-and-fast rule on […]

How to Become a Product Designer According to the Experts

For many people starting out their career in product design, the future can seem daunting. So, we sat down with some of the industry’s movers and shakers to get their advice on how to become a product designer. Read on to find more about how to make it. Should aspiring furniture designers stick to one […]

5 Ways to Create a Cosy Living Room for Winter

Nowhere in the house brings as much warmth and pleasure as a cosy living room. It’s the place you get together as a family, entertain guests and unwind in front of your favourite film. So, it goes without saying that you want your living space to be as comfortable and inviting as possible. With winter […]

The Top 8 Sofa Beds For Multipurpose Spaces

Multipurpose spaces can be hard to decorate, whether it’s on the smaller side or part of a large open-plan design. That makes finding the best sofa bed to buy for your multifunctional room is a big task. To help, we’ve created a list of our top eight sofa beds, each one transitioning from day to […]

Iconic Designer Brands at Heal’s

Here at Heal’s, we pride ourselves on being #WhereDesignLives. Over the next six weeks we’re going to be shining a spotlight on an array of innovative and iconic brands at Heal’s across our Instagram and online. For today’s post, we’d like to introduce you to our key brand partners and give you a little insight […]

10 Best Sustainable Furniture Pieces to Add to Your Home

Happy Earth Day! The theme for Earth Day this year is “Restore Our Earth” and to celebrate we’re sharing 10 sustainable pieces to add to your home. Tea Tall Vase by Dust London Designed by Dust London, the Tea vase is part of a cutting-edge collection that transforms tea waste into beautiful homeware. The process […]

5 Ways to Reclaim Your Sleep

Over the past year, each corner of our homes has been required to adapt to our new way of living, with many having to take on a new working from home lifestyle. With constant access to work, emails and social media, it’s proving to be more and more difficult to switch off and shut down […]