A marvellous John Rocha pouf

I'm a great fan of the humble pouf.  Here's a lovely, practical and affordable one from Debenhams from the John Rocha diffusion range 'Rocha.John.Rocha'.  Simple things. 

Unusual splashbacks...

I like this article on Houzz.com about statement kitchen splashbacks beyond basic tile.  The gist of it is to try experimenting with bold and unconventional materials to give your kitchen an instant refresh without the need for a full remodel.  Here are some of the options... or here's the full article... http://bit.ly/16dYXkW

Use tin (or faux tin tiles) to bring an old fashioned element to a newer kitchen

Copper, particularly with a textured feel, can add warmth

Sheet metal is readily available, but opt for stainless steel to avoid rust

Diamond back metal - a cost effective option to give a kitchen edge

Stone - but make sure you choose carefully as some are porous and difficult to clean

Antique mirror adds a bit of bling - best to use sparingly

Cork - a DIY splashback, made from used bottle corks

Wooden crate tops - which you can easily seal to waterproof

Iconic Interiors

If you know your Eames from your Corbusier then this site I stumbled across it the other day could be for you.  Selling beautifully recreated design classics you can get your hands on high quality furniture of the likes of the Barcelona chair, an Eames lounger and the Bibendum chair.  Take a look for yourselves at www.iconicinteriors.com.

Eames Style DAW Dining Chair

The Egg Chair - inspired by Arne Jacobson

LC04 Chaise Longue - inspired by Le Corbusier

The Barcelona Chair - inspired by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Tulip Tabe - inspired by Eero Saarinen

Musical walls

I love this new addition to the Rockett St George wallpaper selection.  From the company behind the scrapwood and tin tiles wallpaper I've mentioned previously, there is a new collection by the artist Arthur Slenk.  They are based on collages created from old handwritten music - the feel of the aged yellowed paper brings history to the walls and a beautiful rich backdrop.  I particularly love the collage effect.  On the pricey side though at £199 per 9m roll.

Another one for cat (and dog) lovers...

How cute are these? Available in a range of colours in both cat and dog sizes, these are fabulous egg shaped pet houses - from pEi Pod - 'Hip homes for happy pets'.  It's a German website but you can buy them online with free P&P to the UK.  I think they are gorgeous.

This one's for my cats...

For all you cat lovers out there - you've just got to love this.  A cat scratcher and lounger in one.  And it helps save your furniture to boot!  What's more, if your adorably picky feline doesn't fancy his new toy, given its gorgeous curvaceous form and tactile covering this could easily double up as a small stool or foot rest.  You can order them from Pet Fusion in the states, but I'm sure there must also be a UK seller somewhere (I briefly saw them on fab.com)...  Go on, indulge your feline friend. You know you want to.

Lego storage. Genius.

I love this brand extension from Lego.  Not only do they make fabulous toys, but now they make fabulous storage to put them in.  In their own inimitable style of course.