January is the traditional time to make resolutions, but for me August has always been a season for fresh thinking and planning. After years in higher education I still think in academic years, and the quieter rhythm of late summer prompts me to take stock, set goals for the coming months and consider new directions. … Read more

Some renovations begin on an empty lot; this one began with a curated collection and a big ambition. When a young Brooklyn family moved into their 1890s rowhouse, they arrived not with a blank slate but with a remarkable stash of furniture, lighting and materials saved for “someday.” Between raising a small child, running businesses … Read more

Audiophiles may scoff at the idea, but when designing audio products intended to appeal to a female audience, there is a strong case for treating the object like a fashion accessory — even like a handbag. Design plays a major role in purchase decisions, and a product that blends into a stylish lifestyle can attract … Read more

I always enjoy noticing interesting floors when I’m out and about. It’s become a small personal ritual to photograph patterns, textures and surfaces underfoot, and I rarely miss a chance to share an image on social media under the playful hashtag #ihavethisthingwithfloors. A recent collaboration with Luxury Flooring invited me to keep a photo diary, … Read more

Well-designed storage isn’t only for cherished keepsakes or long-term possessions. There are stylish, practical options for everyday items that come and go—food, recycling and general household waste included. As someone who cares about interiors, I notice even the smallest functional pieces. Kitchen products like bins might seem utilitarian, but when they work well and look … Read more

A restful night’s sleep is essential, yet many people still struggle to get consistent, high-quality rest. Feather and Black have introduced a luxury mattress collection intended to help sleepers wake feeling refreshed. In this review we focus on the Bronte mattress, one of the brand’s pocket-sprung models designed to combine responsiveness, support and natural materials … Read more

Over the weekend I had the pleasure of attending the wedding of our friends Ali and Chris at The Crown Inn in Amersham. The Crown is a classic coaching inn that many will recognise from the film Four Weddings and a Funeral, where it appears in the scene with Hugh Grant and Andie MacDowell. Since … Read more

AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act: What It Would Mean for New Cars Listening while driving—from music to talk radio—has long been an ingrained part of the road experience. Over the decades, how drivers access audio content has changed dramatically. Where radios once came standard in every dash, today’s drivers can choose from satellite radio, … Read more

After more than five decades as a showcase for American performing arts, the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts was recently closed for renovations. The administration has since proposed a full rebuild instead of refurbishment, prompting a public conversation about when renovation makes sense and when demolition is the more practical option. That debate is … Read more

When I choose new pieces for the home I always favour natural materials, and timber flooring has been my constant preference for years. We installed oak floors in our current house and I had similar floors in my previous home. Real wood underfoot feels warm and tactile in a way that synthetic finishes rarely do. … Read more