Gone to the Beach

I know, I know, summer is definitely not here yet, but surely it is time to do a bit of planning? North Berwick has to be the prettiest seaside town I have ever been to, friendly and welcoming, with a little bit of buzz, but without the addition of horrendous crowds and impossible traffic…it just does not get that busy.

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Gone to the Beach is a bespoke collection of extremely stylish holiday homes in the area. Douglas photographed one for Coast magazine. The owner has a really strong sense of style and a good grounding in design, resulting in a stunning property that would be a joy to stay in.

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The Blue Cabin

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Summer or winter – doesn’t matter – a break in this little hideaway on Scotland’s Berwickshire coast is always going to be magical, whatever the weather.

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The Blue Cabin

Designed and furnished by owner Ben Tindall, an eminent Edinburgh architect and his wife, the sculptor, Jill Watson, The Blue Cabin is a wonderful place to visit, equally, as a retreat for a creative needing some solitude, a romantic getaway for a couple or a family with small children. Originally owned by a Sea Captain, Ben and Jill have honoured the history of their seaside dwelling beautifully, lining it with maps, interesting books and momentoes of the local area.

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Casa Morada

A new interiors shop has popped up in Edinburgh and it is totally wonderful!
Casa Morada is a Spanish name which translates as ‘Homely Abode’. Inspiring, eclectic and bohemian are apt words to describe the store, which owner, Eva Serrano, has painstakingly and lovingly restored into a dreamy retail space in the sought-after, ‘left-bank’ area of Edinburgh, known as Causewayside.

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Eva is an accomplished lighting designer and passionate about interiors. Her shop is quirky and individual, the perfect destination for those who want their home to be a bit different. Eva creates gorgeous vignettes from her stock and she changes it all the time. Unique, vintage products come and go fast, so you need to visit regularly!

Very temptingly, Casa Morada offers a 1 hour, free, interior design consultation with a ‘no strings attached’ policy. They will simply come along to visit your property and give you some professional advice there and then.

So whether you are struggling to find that unique one-off piece to finish off your interior scheme, are updating just one room, or embarking on a full interior design project, getting in touch is an absolute must!

Eva’s own home is a testament to her sense of style and ability as a designer.

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Relaxed and individual…she has a really natural, authentic aesthetic.

The 4 Monkeys

One of Eva’s signature lighting pieces – The 4 MonkeysSee No Evil, Hear No Evil, Speak No Evil and Do No Evil…the last command is symbolised by the position of the lightbulb!

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Astrid Weigel

Very exciting to get to know the work of artist Astrid Weigel. Douglas shot her home in Ayrshire for a recent feature in Your Home magazine. It was a tired 1970′s villa with oodles of potential, which Astrid and her husband have improved beautifully.

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Visit her website and shop to see her wonderful, original art and craft work.

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Goldsmith home

Thrilled to have a feature in this months Woman & Home magazine, May 2013, about Gifford based interior designer Catherine Goldsmith of Arcadia Interiors

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Catherine is brilliant at assessing homes and advising on creating a look that is absolutely right for you.

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Her personal style is extremely soft and gentle, but she is not afraid of adding punchy accents that in the end make a home personal and fun to be in.

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She sells a beautiful range of hessian cushions in delicate colours that have lovely rustic motifs…I absolutely love them!

Get in touch for any soft furnishings requirements or general interiors advice.

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