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Stylish Storage Solutions: Maximizing Your Side...
In the world of interior design, a few pieces of furniture offer the versatility and elegance of the sideboard. Whether it graces your dining room, living area, or hallway, a...
Stylish Storage Solutions: Maximizing Your Side...
In the world of interior design, a few pieces of furniture offer the versatility and elegance of the sideboard. Whether it graces your dining room, living area, or hallway, a...
10 Steps to Create Quiet Luxury in Your Home
In today's fast-paced world, finding solace within the confines of our homes has become a pursuit for many that seek refuge from the clamor of daily life. A quiet luxury...
10 Steps to Create Quiet Luxury in Your Home
In today's fast-paced world, finding solace within the confines of our homes has become a pursuit for many that seek refuge from the clamor of daily life. A quiet luxury...
7 Bedroom Design Mistakes to Avoid
If you’ve arrived here you might ask yourself, ‘How can I design my bedroom?’. If that’s the case, you are in luck. There is a multitude of bedroom design mistakes...
7 Bedroom Design Mistakes to Avoid
If you’ve arrived here you might ask yourself, ‘How can I design my bedroom?’. If that’s the case, you are in luck. There is a multitude of bedroom design mistakes...
How To Dress A Corner Sofa
The living room is the heart of the home, fact. That makes buying a sofa one of life’s greatest purchases (not biased). And why choosing the right sofa is a considered...
How To Dress A Corner Sofa
The living room is the heart of the home, fact. That makes buying a sofa one of life’s greatest purchases (not biased). And why choosing the right sofa is a considered...
7 faux leather living room looks
This super versatile fabric is back with a change. Leather sofas have always been popular for their timeless look and durability, which is why we’re excited to see this continue...
7 faux leather living room looks
This super versatile fabric is back with a change. Leather sofas have always been popular for their timeless look and durability, which is why we’re excited to see this continue...
What decor goes with a cream sofa?
Love timeless interiors? Enter: cream-coloured sofas. Probably the most versatile colour choice you can make for a sofa, this classic colour’s super easy to style. Whether you’re after a neutral...
What decor goes with a cream sofa?
Love timeless interiors? Enter: cream-coloured sofas. Probably the most versatile colour choice you can make for a sofa, this classic colour’s super easy to style. Whether you’re after a neutral...
How do I find my own interior style?
We get it- figuring out your own interior style is hard. In the age of social media, endless scrolling to identify the specific look and feel you want for your...
How do I find my own interior style?
We get it- figuring out your own interior style is hard. In the age of social media, endless scrolling to identify the specific look and feel you want for your...
Interior Trends This AW22 Season
Hello, September! We can’t quite believe it’s almost the autumn/winter season. This summer at Swyft we’ve covered a plethora of outdoor how-to’s, shown off the best of balcony gardens and...
Interior Trends This AW22 Season
Hello, September! We can’t quite believe it’s almost the autumn/winter season. This summer at Swyft we’ve covered a plethora of outdoor how-to’s, shown off the best of balcony gardens and...
How can I make my bed feel and look like a luxu...
There's nothing quite like jumping onto a luxurious hotel bed (admit it, it's the first thing you do in any hotel room!). Thankfully the same feeling is simple to recreate at home, with...
How can I make my bed feel and look like a luxu...
There's nothing quite like jumping onto a luxurious hotel bed (admit it, it's the first thing you do in any hotel room!). Thankfully the same feeling is simple to recreate at home, with...
Why are upholstered beds so popular?
Here’s a fun fact to pull out at your next pub quiz: the average adult spends around a third of their life sleeping. That's a pretty significant portion of shut-eye! We’re...
Why are upholstered beds so popular?
Here’s a fun fact to pull out at your next pub quiz: the average adult spends around a third of their life sleeping. That's a pretty significant portion of shut-eye! We’re...
Top 10 Sofa Types, Shapes and Designs You'll Love
With so many different sofa types, shapes and styles out there, it can be difficult knowing where to start when it comes to choosing a sofa and how to design...
Top 10 Sofa Types, Shapes and Designs You'll Love
With so many different sofa types, shapes and styles out there, it can be difficult knowing where to start when it comes to choosing a sofa and how to design...
How to: create a mid-century modern living room
Clean, classic and effortlessly elegant, mid-century modern interiors are here to stay. This stunning style was made popular by furniture designers and architects in the 1950s and has been going...
How to: create a mid-century modern living room
Clean, classic and effortlessly elegant, mid-century modern interiors are here to stay. This stunning style was made popular by furniture designers and architects in the 1950s and has been going...
7 side table decor ideas for your living room
When you first upgrade from hand-me-downs and furniture freebies, you usually have three key items in mind for the living room: A coffee table, a TV stand, and of course,...
7 side table decor ideas for your living room
When you first upgrade from hand-me-downs and furniture freebies, you usually have three key items in mind for the living room: A coffee table, a TV stand, and of course,...
How to decorate for Easter
When you think about decorating for the holidays, Christmas is usually the first thing that comes to mind. But why wait until December when you can have a basket full...
How to decorate for Easter
When you think about decorating for the holidays, Christmas is usually the first thing that comes to mind. But why wait until December when you can have a basket full...
Interior trends this SS22 season
As the evenings get brighter and the weather gets milder, there’s no doubt that a lot of us are looking forward to spring and summer this year. Our spaces have...
Interior trends this SS22 season
As the evenings get brighter and the weather gets milder, there’s no doubt that a lot of us are looking forward to spring and summer this year. Our spaces have...
How to style a charcoal sofa
Hello, Charcoal. Known for its versatility and timeless feel, charcoal grey is a popular choice in the interiors world. When it comes to furniture, a sofa with darker grey tones...
How to style a charcoal sofa
Hello, Charcoal. Known for its versatility and timeless feel, charcoal grey is a popular choice in the interiors world. When it comes to furniture, a sofa with darker grey tones...
Bold and brave: how to style a mustard interior
Do you want mustard with that? This vibrant colour is seeing no sign of slowing down when it comes to interior trends, and for good reason. Full of personality and...
Bold and brave: how to style a mustard interior
Do you want mustard with that? This vibrant colour is seeing no sign of slowing down when it comes to interior trends, and for good reason. Full of personality and...
Spring clean: How to get your home ready for Sp...
It may not feel like it, but the Spring Equinox is almost upon us. Not only is a spring clean about getting rid of unwanted clutter, it should also involve...
Spring clean: How to get your home ready for Sp...
It may not feel like it, but the Spring Equinox is almost upon us. Not only is a spring clean about getting rid of unwanted clutter, it should also involve...
15 creative small living room TV ideas
Whether you have a small living room or separate TV room, space is precious. Finding a way to fit all the furniture into a small space, as well as angling...
15 creative small living room TV ideas
Whether you have a small living room or separate TV room, space is precious. Finding a way to fit all the furniture into a small space, as well as angling...
How to style & what colours go with a grey sofa
Life isn’t always black and white. There’s plenty of grey in between. Which is why it’s the perfect colour to design your living room around. But, if you choose it...
How to style & what colours go with a grey sofa
Life isn’t always black and white. There’s plenty of grey in between. Which is why it’s the perfect colour to design your living room around. But, if you choose it...
20 cosy grey living room ideas and styles
It’s no secret that grey is a very popular colour for people’s living rooms right now. And for good reason! With grey-styled homes splashed all over social media, magazines and...
20 cosy grey living room ideas and styles
It’s no secret that grey is a very popular colour for people’s living rooms right now. And for good reason! With grey-styled homes splashed all over social media, magazines and...
Comfy reading corner ideas for any nook of your...
The range of entertainment options available to us these days is incredible. Hundreds of TV channels at your fingertips, endless movies on offer to stream 24 hours a day, lifelike...
Comfy reading corner ideas for any nook of your...
The range of entertainment options available to us these days is incredible. Hundreds of TV channels at your fingertips, endless movies on offer to stream 24 hours a day, lifelike...
10 cinema room ideas for your spare room
Going to the cinema is great. But leaving the house during Winter? Not so great. Which is why, the real dream is to bring the cinema home. If you have...
10 cinema room ideas for your spare room
Going to the cinema is great. But leaving the house during Winter? Not so great. Which is why, the real dream is to bring the cinema home. If you have...
9 beige and grey living room ideas
Grey is such a popular colour for home decorating. But with so many homes coming readily installed with beige carpets and cream coloured walls, a lot of people are dubious...
9 beige and grey living room ideas
Grey is such a popular colour for home decorating. But with so many homes coming readily installed with beige carpets and cream coloured walls, a lot of people are dubious...
16 green living room ideas
As we all focus to bring more natural elements into our lives, green living rooms have become increasingly popular. Often associated with rejuvenation or health, green is the perfect go-to...
16 green living room ideas
As we all focus to bring more natural elements into our lives, green living rooms have become increasingly popular. Often associated with rejuvenation or health, green is the perfect go-to...
Year in Review: Swyft's top 10, 2021
It’s that time of year when we reflect on the past 12 months – and what a year it’s been. Not only have we celebrated our second birthday, which has...
Year in Review: Swyft's top 10, 2021
It’s that time of year when we reflect on the past 12 months – and what a year it’s been. Not only have we celebrated our second birthday, which has...
15 living room storage ideas to declutter your ...
The living room should be a place to relax and recenter. However, as one of the busiest areas of the house, the space can easily become overwhelmingly cluttered. Unfortunately, most...
15 living room storage ideas to declutter your ...
The living room should be a place to relax and recenter. However, as one of the busiest areas of the house, the space can easily become overwhelmingly cluttered. Unfortunately, most...
Pantone & Dulux's Colour of the Year 2022
Every year, Pantone and Dulux each release their ‘Colour of the Year’; the outcome of separate conversations with design experts to understand the mood of the public and how colour...
Pantone & Dulux's Colour of the Year 2022
Every year, Pantone and Dulux each release their ‘Colour of the Year’; the outcome of separate conversations with design experts to understand the mood of the public and how colour...
Sofa ideas for your home
Looking to spruce up your living space, but not sure where to start? Well you’re in luck: This is your ultimate guide for lounge and sofa inspiration. Whatever your style,...
Sofa ideas for your home
Looking to spruce up your living space, but not sure where to start? Well you’re in luck: This is your ultimate guide for lounge and sofa inspiration. Whatever your style,...
13 living room featured wall ideas to try today
Whether your living room is long and narrow, open plan, small and stuffy, or perfectly proportioned, you still want to make the space your own. While our furniture choices can...
13 living room featured wall ideas to try today
Whether your living room is long and narrow, open plan, small and stuffy, or perfectly proportioned, you still want to make the space your own. While our furniture choices can...
13 winter decoration ideas for your home
After two strange years, it’s time for a fresh start. You’ve likely already set yourself a few resolutions or challenges for the year, but with so much uncertainty and disruption...
13 winter decoration ideas for your home
After two strange years, it’s time for a fresh start. You’ve likely already set yourself a few resolutions or challenges for the year, but with so much uncertainty and disruption...
Cushion etiquette: everything you need to know ...
Cushions, we all have them and (mostly) love them. They have the power to make or break a room and can often be overlooked. But, no matter how you feel...
Cushion etiquette: everything you need to know ...
Cushions, we all have them and (mostly) love them. They have the power to make or break a room and can often be overlooked. But, no matter how you feel...
6 accessory ideas to get your home ready for Au...
As the weather turns and the nights draw in, it’s time to curl up and get cosy at home. We asked Steph Briggs, co-founder of the award winning interior retailer...
6 accessory ideas to get your home ready for Au...
As the weather turns and the nights draw in, it’s time to curl up and get cosy at home. We asked Steph Briggs, co-founder of the award winning interior retailer...
Home Tours: Interview with The Fabled Thread
The Fabled Thread is the work of Eppie Thompson, a sewing extraordinaire who went from City worker to needle and thread expert. Since then, she’s transformed her home into a...
Home Tours: Interview with The Fabled Thread
The Fabled Thread is the work of Eppie Thompson, a sewing extraordinaire who went from City worker to needle and thread expert. Since then, she’s transformed her home into a...
15 Modern Guest Bedroom Ideas
Creating a modern, comfortable guest bedroom will give your friends and family somewhere fantastic to stay when they come to visit and help you make the most of every room...
15 Modern Guest Bedroom Ideas
Creating a modern, comfortable guest bedroom will give your friends and family somewhere fantastic to stay when they come to visit and help you make the most of every room...
Home tours: Interview with Mairead Turner
Mairead Turner, an interior designer and stylist, who’s work and home has been featured in the Observer and Homes & Antiques. We love Mairead’s style, so we toured her home...
Home tours: Interview with Mairead Turner
Mairead Turner, an interior designer and stylist, who’s work and home has been featured in the Observer and Homes & Antiques. We love Mairead’s style, so we toured her home...
11 Creative Decor Ideas for Dead Space in a Liv...
Sometimes an empty space can look just as awkward as a cluttered space does. Having nothing at all in an area of the room can appear as disconcerting as having...
11 Creative Decor Ideas for Dead Space in a Liv...
Sometimes an empty space can look just as awkward as a cluttered space does. Having nothing at all in an area of the room can appear as disconcerting as having...
Maison Margaux's ultimate dinner party table st...
Maison Margaux is a luxury British homeware store selling everything from beautiful linens, tableware, candles, cutlery, glassware, bespoke accessories and more. So, we couldn’t think of anyone better to talk us...
Maison Margaux's ultimate dinner party table st...
Maison Margaux is a luxury British homeware store selling everything from beautiful linens, tableware, candles, cutlery, glassware, bespoke accessories and more. So, we couldn’t think of anyone better to talk us...
Upcycling: the ultimate guide to painting furni...
We asked Steph Briggs, co-founder of the award winning interior retailer La Di Da Interiors, to share her guide to painting furniture. She’s naturally talented at combining old with new...
Upcycling: the ultimate guide to painting furni...
We asked Steph Briggs, co-founder of the award winning interior retailer La Di Da Interiors, to share her guide to painting furniture. She’s naturally talented at combining old with new...
John Lewis & Partners: how to design your livin...
Swyft has joined the John Lewis & Partners family. From Friday 13th August, Swyft sofas will be on show and available to buy from a collection of John Lewis stores around...
John Lewis & Partners: how to design your livin...
Swyft has joined the John Lewis & Partners family. From Friday 13th August, Swyft sofas will be on show and available to buy from a collection of John Lewis stores around...
4 Interior Design Trends for 2021
There’s no doubt our surroundings have had a huge impact on how we view and dress our homes. Lockdown 1.0 meant we started to think differently about our living spaces....
4 Interior Design Trends for 2021
There’s no doubt our surroundings have had a huge impact on how we view and dress our homes. Lockdown 1.0 meant we started to think differently about our living spaces....
Instagram inspiration: Our top 8 interior profiles
Lockdown means we’re racking up the hours spent in our homes, allowing us time to visually reevaluate, analyse and pull apart our interiors. Why not use this time to channel...
Instagram inspiration: Our top 8 interior profiles
Lockdown means we’re racking up the hours spent in our homes, allowing us time to visually reevaluate, analyse and pull apart our interiors. Why not use this time to channel...
What is a Modular Sofa and How does it Differ f...
In the interior design world, modern sectional and modular sofas are taking leaps and bounds to become the sofa type of choice for many homes. Their intelligent design, stylish silhouettes...
What is a Modular Sofa and How does it Differ f...
In the interior design world, modern sectional and modular sofas are taking leaps and bounds to become the sofa type of choice for many homes. Their intelligent design, stylish silhouettes...
How to use Moodboards to channel your inner Int...
When it comes to styling a room or undertaking a home renovation it can be difficult to know where to start, let alone what your personal style is. You’re not...
How to use Moodboards to channel your inner Int...
When it comes to styling a room or undertaking a home renovation it can be difficult to know where to start, let alone what your personal style is. You’re not...
25 Modern Small Living Room Ideas to Look Bigger
For many people, especially those who want to be in the vibrant heart of a city, living in a small space is the only option. Luckily, even the smallest of...
25 Modern Small Living Room Ideas to Look Bigger
For many people, especially those who want to be in the vibrant heart of a city, living in a small space is the only option. Luckily, even the smallest of...
Luke Arthur Wells collection: an Interview with...
We teamed up with interior designer Luke Arthur Wells to launch a new collection of Model 01 armchairs and 3 seaters. The limited run of 26 pieces comes in Boucle...
Luke Arthur Wells collection: an Interview with...
We teamed up with interior designer Luke Arthur Wells to launch a new collection of Model 01 armchairs and 3 seaters. The limited run of 26 pieces comes in Boucle...
7 ways interior designs are shaped by culture &...
Our natural surroundings are incredibly important to how we use our space - culture and climate being the main factors influencing our home. The way we build and dress our...
7 ways interior designs are shaped by culture &...
Our natural surroundings are incredibly important to how we use our space - culture and climate being the main factors influencing our home. The way we build and dress our...
Turn up the volume on neutral colour palettes
If you’re wondering what colour sofa to choose for your grey room, then you’ve come to the right place. That’s not to say that we won’t try to inspire you...
Turn up the volume on neutral colour palettes
If you’re wondering what colour sofa to choose for your grey room, then you’ve come to the right place. That’s not to say that we won’t try to inspire you...
What is an Ottoman? A complete history and styl...
You might have heard the name Ottoman mentioned in a few contexts. First, in relation to an ancient Empire that spanned much of Europe and the Middle East. Secondly, when...
What is an Ottoman? A complete history and styl...
You might have heard the name Ottoman mentioned in a few contexts. First, in relation to an ancient Empire that spanned much of Europe and the Middle East. Secondly, when...
What is Scandinavian Modern Design?
It’s not uncommon to see certain design trends come and go every few years. They make a big impact in the interior design world, are splashed all over social media...
What is Scandinavian Modern Design?
It’s not uncommon to see certain design trends come and go every few years. They make a big impact in the interior design world, are splashed all over social media...