It's all about the design hierarchy in a period house. So if you've ever been tempted to install the same doors and handles throughout your period house - naughty naughty! Ultimately, this is a very modern approach and will reduce the character and authenticity of your period home. A hierarchy of design should be evident... Continue Reading →
Victorian blue – the use of blue in 1900 interior decor
When most of us think of ‘Victorian colours’ browns, darks reds and greens spring to mind, but not blue. Even The Victorian Society's book on 'The Victorian House' (usually very spot on!) said: 'Very few blues are evident in the Victorian colour cards that survive, which suggests that blue was not extensively used in the... Continue Reading →