As seen in Your Home & Garden

“I always try to buy things in places I go to because that’s how the memories are attached. Everything in the home tells a story,” says Clare.

 

It’s a decorating philosophy that transcends trends and ensures longevity.

“There’s nothing here that I would discard or replace. I know where everything came from and what we were doing when we got it.”

 

 

Clare and Peter’s furnishings are also chosen for comfort and resilience – a must with the high traffic flowing through the barn.

“It’s a family home and I like people to feel welcome as soon as they walk in,” says Clare. “Normally we’ve got seven grandchildren running around and it’s absolute chaos.”

Clare’s four design tricks to steal

Tell a tale – Fill your home with things that tell a story.

Care less about making things “go” – Don’t try so hard to match things. If you love it, you will find a place for it.

Make it your happy place – Your home should bring you joy every time you walk into it.

Colour it in – Don’t be afraid to use colour, it adds warmth and light and sunshine

 

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