How To Find Your Interior Style (And Why It Matters)
Every day we are confronted with floods of different images and ideas about the latest interior trends. Rather like going on a long shopping trip, it can become overwhelming to the point of confusion....
View ArticleMy Design Style With Eleni From My Paradissi
Eleni is an architect, interior designer and blogger. Based in Heraklion, Crete, she writes the blog My Paradissi. An “online design paradise”, it is filled with stunning images and inspirational...
View ArticleUrban Jungle Bloggers: Spring Styling
I am really happy to be joining the Urban Jungle Bloggers this month. If you haven’t come across it before, Urban Jungle Bloggers is a monthly series initiated by two bloggers: Igor of Happy Interior...
View ArticleNew Trend Alert: Ancient Meets Modern
There’s an exciting trend emerging. Except that it’s not completely new. In fact, its origins are ancient. Yes, we’re going right back in time. Beyond retro, vintage or antique. This is ancient Egypt,...
View Article18 Thought-Provoking Quotes From Antiquity – That Could Have Been Written Today
It’s incredible to think that the following quotes were written by philosophers from ancient Greece and Rome over two thousand years ago. A time when there were schools dedicated to philosophical...
View ArticleThe Tallest Hotel in London: Shangri-La Hotel At The Shard
A preview of the tallest hotel about to open in London. Visit Mocha to get a first glimpse of the view from the Shangri-La Hotel At The Shard, London.
View ArticleHerbs And Spices: All About Rosemary
Herbs and spices fascinate me. In part, this is thanks to a good friend of mine who’s an adventurous cook and an avid gardener. She introduced me to some of the uses and benefits of different herbs....
View Article5 Smart Interior Design Ideas From An Attic Flat
This flat in the attic of an old tenement house in Poland was designed as a live / work space for a couple who are both graphic designers. Compact in size, and with a sloping ceiling, the flat could...
View ArticleDecorating With Mediterranean Blue
Blue is a colour synonymous with the Mediterranean. From deep cobalt, to sky blue, aqua and turquoise. It echoes the azure blue sky and sparkling waters of the sea. It speaks of warm sunny days with...
View ArticleGiveaway: Cérémonie Tea Selection
Cérémonie Tea Blends and Herbal Infusions are a new luxury tea experience. These all natural full-leaf teas come packaged in signature Mini Cubes. All individually wrapped to retain freshness and...
View ArticleUrban Jungle Bloggers: Green Balcony With Herbs
It’s time for another Urban Jungle Bloggers post and I’m very happy to be joining once again. This month’s theme is: ‘Show your green balcony or window sill’. We have a little balcony with a few...
View ArticleThe Secret To A Luxurious Home
What makes a home feel luxurious? I recently had a really interesting discussion with a friend on this very subject. And we realised that it isn’t just one obvious thing. Sometimes, you walk into a...
View ArticleDecorating With Light And Shadow
Have you ever noticed that so many architectural homes have predominantly white interiors? When a home has interesting features, it doesn’t need much decoration. Sometimes the best thing is to keep it...
View Article10 Mediterranean Living Room Ideas
Are you looking to give your living room a fresh new look for spring and summer? Then why not take some cues from from around the Mediterranean region and give your room a sunny vibe (whatever the...
View ArticleWhat Is A Shelfie?
First there was the Selfie. Now the latest trend to hit social media is the ‘Shelfie’. What is a shelfie? You may be asking. It is a picture taken of your artfully styled shelves. Or a selection of...
View ArticleHow To Use Biophilic Design In Your Home To Increase Happiness And Well-Being
Biophilic design is far more than just another passing trend. Designers and architects increasingly recognise both the importance and benefits of combining nature with design. And biophilia is fast...
View ArticleUrban Jungle Bloggers: There’s Biophilia In Store
A few weeks ago, when I received the email from Igor and Judith about this month’s Urban Jungle Blogger’s topic, my first thought was: where could I go to find some inspiring ideas? Because the theme...
View ArticleBeautiful Outdoor Living Rooms
Picture this. It’s a hot summer day and you’re sitting in the garden on a comfy sofa, shaded from the sun. You’ve got a good book in your hand, and an ice cool drink on the table in front of you. What...
View ArticleIs Your Home Making You Feel Negative? (And What To Do About It)
Do you have objects around your home that you dislike? Perhaps you keep them around because you feel you have to. Or maybe out of a sense of guilt because they were gifts? How do they make you feel...
View ArticleIntroducing Freedom To Make
You may not know this, but my original background is in PR, marketing and writing. And well as working on Mocha, I also work on a freelance basis with other creative companies. For a long while I had...
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