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Bayt K Beirut The lebanese House
  • June 13, 2022August 8, 2022
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The Lebanese house at the V&A

There is always something new to discover at the V&A and I found this installation particularly moving in its exploration of the importance of architecture to our sense of place.

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Arundel castle
  • April 14, 2022April 14, 2022
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My guide to Arundel

Have you got plans for the Easter weekend? I suggest a day out in the charming West Sussex town of Arundel – antique shops, well preserved architecture and a whopping great castle.

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Sculpture from Collect fair
  • February 8, 2022February 8, 2022
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Collect fair, back at Somerset House

Collect, the international fair for contemporary craft and design returns to Somerset House this month

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  • November 18, 2021November 18, 2021
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Thought provoking exhibitions

This week I visited the latest exhibitions at the Crafts Council and The Design Museum. Both are fascinating, both are political and both are really worth a look.

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  • September 1, 2021September 1, 2021
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I walked The Line

Occasionally I highlight days out that I think you will enjoy. My latest suggestion is public art walk The Line in East London – a surprisingly lovely meander next to the River Lea with some thought provoking artworks thrown in.

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1054 Arpeggio by Rana Begum, Folkestone
  • July 27, 2021July 27, 2021
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Creative Folkestone Triennial 2021

Creative Folkestone Triennial is an exuberant exhibition of public artworks and it’s less than an hour from London. I was impressed, not only by the art, but the whole ethos of the project. If you fancy a day away from your design studio, hop on a train and head to the sea.

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  • June 29, 2021July 27, 2021
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Greenwich Peninsula sculpture trail

I really enjoyed exploring the Greenwich Peninsula. A walk by the Thames, thought provoking sculptures and a ride in a cable car. What’s not to like?

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1935 Normandie clutch bag
  • June 8, 2021July 27, 2021
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Handbags at the V&A

I am not a huge handbag fan. They are useful and I have a small selection suitable for different activities – work, holiday, evening – but I have never understood the desire for lavish, designer bags with ridiculously high price tags.

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  • May 11, 2021July 27, 2021
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My guide to Rye

Fancy a day out? Jump in your car or hop on the train and head off for a lovely day in Rye. This picturesque little town boasts some really impressive interior design shops. So, whether you are shopping for yourself or sourcing pieces for a project it makes a fabulous day out.

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Elspeth Pridham, The Insider
Hello I'm Elspeth, a journalist with over 25 years' experience writing about interiors. The Insider is aimed at interior design professionals - I will be sharing product and event news plus insights from industry experts.

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