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How to shop home decor whilst on holiday
Jetting away this summer? One of the best ways to show personality in your home styling is with unique decor. Interior designers have long been using their travels as opportunities...
How to shop home decor whilst on holiday
Jetting away this summer? One of the best ways to show personality in your home styling is with unique decor. Interior designers have long been using their travels as opportunities...
How to pair different materials: our interior d...
If there’s one question that pops up frequently for us, it’s all about pairing fabrics. With so much choice out there, it can be hard to know how to put...
How to pair different materials: our interior d...
If there’s one question that pops up frequently for us, it’s all about pairing fabrics. With so much choice out there, it can be hard to know how to put...
4 Ways to Maximise Natural Light in Your Home
Why does natural light matter in interiors? Natural light is up there as an essential thing to consider when designing any interior. It’s pretty hard to view a house without...
4 Ways to Maximise Natural Light in Your Home
Why does natural light matter in interiors? Natural light is up there as an essential thing to consider when designing any interior. It’s pretty hard to view a house without...
What is a Chair Bed? Taking Advantage of Small ...
Living in a tight, compact space doesn't have to leave you yearning for more space. Cleverly thought-out furniture can solve most small space conundrums. The chair bed is one of...
What is a Chair Bed? Taking Advantage of Small ...
Living in a tight, compact space doesn't have to leave you yearning for more space. Cleverly thought-out furniture can solve most small space conundrums. The chair bed is one of...
A Timeless Iconic: How to Style a Chesterfield ...
The Chesterfield sofa is an iconic, timeless design that is recognised the world over. It’s a style that hasn’t changed since its inception. First designed in 18th-century England, the Chesterfield...
A Timeless Iconic: How to Style a Chesterfield ...
The Chesterfield sofa is an iconic, timeless design that is recognised the world over. It’s a style that hasn’t changed since its inception. First designed in 18th-century England, the Chesterfield...
Moving In Together? How To Combine Your Decor S...
Whether it’s your first place or your fifth, moving in together is a big deal. There’s a lot to think about when sharing a home with a partner or roomate....
Moving In Together? How To Combine Your Decor S...
Whether it’s your first place or your fifth, moving in together is a big deal. There’s a lot to think about when sharing a home with a partner or roomate....
8 ways to style your coffee table | Swyft
We’d take a bet on your coffee table being the most used piece of furniture in the living room (after your sofa, obviously). As the centrepiece, how you style it always ends...
8 ways to style your coffee table | Swyft
We’d take a bet on your coffee table being the most used piece of furniture in the living room (after your sofa, obviously). As the centrepiece, how you style it always ends...
What makes a room boho? Our guide to bohemian-s...
With a big focus on natural materials, bold patterns and earthy colours, boho decor’s all about personality. It’s a refreshing step away from sleek and minimalist aesthetics and instead favours...
What makes a room boho? Our guide to bohemian-s...
With a big focus on natural materials, bold patterns and earthy colours, boho decor’s all about personality. It’s a refreshing step away from sleek and minimalist aesthetics and instead favours...
Interior trends this SS23 season: our designer’...
Hello, spring! With summer on the way, we’re definitely thinking about giving our spaces a freshen-up. In last season’s style guide, our team covered all things mid-century modern, got colourful...
Interior trends this SS23 season: our designer’...
Hello, spring! With summer on the way, we’re definitely thinking about giving our spaces a freshen-up. In last season’s style guide, our team covered all things mid-century modern, got colourful...
How to choose the right sofa fabric for your space
If there’s one question we get asked the most, it’s this. Choosing a fabric for your sofa or armchair isn’t just an aesthetic decision, it’s a practical one too. With...
How to choose the right sofa fabric for your space
If there’s one question we get asked the most, it’s this. Choosing a fabric for your sofa or armchair isn’t just an aesthetic decision, it’s a practical one too. With...
Cushion coordination: how to style your sofa
What’s a sofa without some comfortable cushions? We’re all about decor that’s both functional and aesthetically pleasing - and cushions tick both boxes. They’re the easiest way to update the...
Cushion coordination: how to style your sofa
What’s a sofa without some comfortable cushions? We’re all about decor that’s both functional and aesthetically pleasing - and cushions tick both boxes. They’re the easiest way to update the...
Accent chair ideas: 9 ways to use solo seating
The clue’s in the name when it comes to accent chairs. These perches are made for relaxing, whilst holding the fort as a stand-out piece of furniture no matter where...
Accent chair ideas: 9 ways to use solo seating
The clue’s in the name when it comes to accent chairs. These perches are made for relaxing, whilst holding the fort as a stand-out piece of furniture no matter where...
Step-by-step: how to create a physical mood boa...
Getting the itch to decorate or change up your space? This time of year more of us than ever are giving our rooms a refresh or doing renovation work. But...
Step-by-step: how to create a physical mood boa...
Getting the itch to decorate or change up your space? This time of year more of us than ever are giving our rooms a refresh or doing renovation work. But...
Hello, Model 08. Interview with the Designer
Hello, Model 08. We’re really proud to be able to introduce our latest sofa bed collection. This week we sat down with designer Beck to learn all about it. Swyft...
Hello, Model 08. Interview with the Designer
Hello, Model 08. We’re really proud to be able to introduce our latest sofa bed collection. This week we sat down with designer Beck to learn all about it. Swyft...
How to add character to your new build home
Loads of us long for beautiful period homes but in reality, the housing market tends to dictate where we’ll end up, especially for first-time buyers. It’s fair to say that...
How to add character to your new build home
Loads of us long for beautiful period homes but in reality, the housing market tends to dictate where we’ll end up, especially for first-time buyers. It’s fair to say that...
6 storage tricks to try in your small living room
Let’s get stuck into some ideas for small living rooms. Nobody wants a cluttered home, and when you’re tight on space, you’re usually equally tight on places to store your...
6 storage tricks to try in your small living room
Let’s get stuck into some ideas for small living rooms. Nobody wants a cluttered home, and when you’re tight on space, you’re usually equally tight on places to store your...
A guide to short-pile and soft velvet sofas
This week we’re talking all things velvet. This sofa fabric's solidified itself as a staple in home interiors and has become a first choice, for good reason. In fact, velvet's...
A guide to short-pile and soft velvet sofas
This week we’re talking all things velvet. This sofa fabric's solidified itself as a staple in home interiors and has become a first choice, for good reason. In fact, velvet's...
9 simple ways to style your living room more su...
Let’s talk sustainability. It’s the topic on everyone’s radar right now, and for good reason. The notion of being more eco-friendly at home doesn’t have to stop at refill shops...
9 simple ways to style your living room more su...
Let’s talk sustainability. It’s the topic on everyone’s radar right now, and for good reason. The notion of being more eco-friendly at home doesn’t have to stop at refill shops...
5 ways to freshen up your living room this spring
When the temperature’s not quite hitting double figures, it’s an ideal opportunity to start switching things up. Trust us - home decor projects are much more enjoyable than slogging through...
5 ways to freshen up your living room this spring
When the temperature’s not quite hitting double figures, it’s an ideal opportunity to start switching things up. Trust us - home decor projects are much more enjoyable than slogging through...
Living room looks with green sofas
Showing no signs of slowing down, it’s been pretty hard to ignore the green trend in interiors over the past few years. We’ve seen sage green walls, emerald green soft...
Living room looks with green sofas
Showing no signs of slowing down, it’s been pretty hard to ignore the green trend in interiors over the past few years. We’ve seen sage green walls, emerald green soft...
Why boucle fabric furniture is more durable tha...
We’re big fans of boucle furniture. The word boucle is French and simply means ‘looped’, which is pretty much what it says on the tin. Boucle furniture has a really...
Why boucle fabric furniture is more durable tha...
We’re big fans of boucle furniture. The word boucle is French and simply means ‘looped’, which is pretty much what it says on the tin. Boucle furniture has a really...
Should my sofa be lighter or darker than my walls?
This week, we’re giving you everything you need to know about living room colour combinations. Getting a new sofa or redecorating is a pretty big deal, and it can be tricky...
Should my sofa be lighter or darker than my walls?
This week, we’re giving you everything you need to know about living room colour combinations. Getting a new sofa or redecorating is a pretty big deal, and it can be tricky...
Everything you should know about pet-friendly s...
In the UK, it’s estimated that 62% of us now have a pet living at home, with cats and dogs staying strong as the most popular companions*. At Swyft we’re...
Everything you should know about pet-friendly s...
In the UK, it’s estimated that 62% of us now have a pet living at home, with cats and dogs staying strong as the most popular companions*. At Swyft we’re...
Making boucle decor work: our stylist's guide
If there’s one fabric we’re really excited about this year, it’s boucle. This super-soft material is cropping up all over our Pinterest and Instagram feeds and is showing no signs...
Making boucle decor work: our stylist's guide
If there’s one fabric we’re really excited about this year, it’s boucle. This super-soft material is cropping up all over our Pinterest and Instagram feeds and is showing no signs...
Hello, Made to Order! Designed by us, personali...
Hello, Made to Order! This brand-new collection lets you personalise our best-selling sofas, armchairs and beds with a choice of 30+ new fabrics, delivered in just 10 days. From wool...
Hello, Made to Order! Designed by us, personali...
Hello, Made to Order! This brand-new collection lets you personalise our best-selling sofas, armchairs and beds with a choice of 30+ new fabrics, delivered in just 10 days. From wool...
Reset your home for 2023: a step-by-step guide
Hello, 2023! We’re going into the New Year with a fresher look at our homes. We're here to help you create a longer-term positive impact with a step-by-step guide to...
Reset your home for 2023: a step-by-step guide
Hello, 2023! We’re going into the New Year with a fresher look at our homes. We're here to help you create a longer-term positive impact with a step-by-step guide to...
7 decor trends that interior designers predict ...
Is it just us, or did 2022 fly by? This year’s been a really exciting one for interior trends and experimenting with home decor. We’ve seen everything from Scandi style,...
7 decor trends that interior designers predict ...
Is it just us, or did 2022 fly by? This year’s been a really exciting one for interior trends and experimenting with home decor. We’ve seen everything from Scandi style,...
Dealing with a break-up when Living together
Ultimate guide to breaking up when you live together According to an analysis of Facebook statuses, there is a huge peak in breakups during the festive period. Around 60% of...
Dealing with a break-up when Living together
Ultimate guide to breaking up when you live together According to an analysis of Facebook statuses, there is a huge peak in breakups during the festive period. Around 60% of...
5 ways to create a mid-century modern style bed...
If you’ve read our guide to mid-century modern living rooms you’ll know how much we love this timeless style. MCM is ideal for bedrooms - its functional, less-is-more approach makes...
5 ways to create a mid-century modern style bed...
If you’ve read our guide to mid-century modern living rooms you’ll know how much we love this timeless style. MCM is ideal for bedrooms - its functional, less-is-more approach makes...
What to buy interior design lovers this Christmas
Finding Christmas gifts for the interior design lover in your life can be a bit of a task, especially if they seem to have everything. Don’t settle for last-minute gifts...
What to buy interior design lovers this Christmas
Finding Christmas gifts for the interior design lover in your life can be a bit of a task, especially if they seem to have everything. Don’t settle for last-minute gifts...
Getting bold colours right: tips from an interi...
There’s no denying it. Bold colours are back in, and they’re here to stay. Neutrals are always a great go-to and the likes of cream, off-white, beige and grey really...
Getting bold colours right: tips from an interi...
There’s no denying it. Bold colours are back in, and they’re here to stay. Neutrals are always a great go-to and the likes of cream, off-white, beige and grey really...
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...
6 of our favourite scents this autumn winter se...
As the days get shorter and nights-in become more frequent, your search for a new scented candle’s probably already started. Getting the ambience right in your home is just as...
6 of our favourite scents this autumn winter se...
As the days get shorter and nights-in become more frequent, your search for a new scented candle’s probably already started. Getting the ambience right in your home is just as...
Comfort colours: how to do autumnal aesthetics ...
We’re taking inspiration from autumnal colours this week as the days get darker and the Christmas season approaches. Warm, darker tones for home decor work all year round, though there’s...
Comfort colours: how to do autumnal aesthetics ...
We’re taking inspiration from autumnal colours this week as the days get darker and the Christmas season approaches. Warm, darker tones for home decor work all year round, though there’s...
What sells? The key to good furniture design
This week's blog is written by John O'Leary, Design Director at Swyft. Design is at the core of our business. It helps drive product innovation, and solve the real needs...
What sells? The key to good furniture design
This week's blog is written by John O'Leary, Design Director at Swyft. Design is at the core of our business. It helps drive product innovation, and solve the real needs...
Design-led ideas for small bedrooms
Designing and decorating a small bedroom can be a real challenge. Bedrooms should always feel relaxing, stress-free and inviting, regardless of their size. Most small bedrooms need a little extra...
Design-led ideas for small bedrooms
Designing and decorating a small bedroom can be a real challenge. Bedrooms should always feel relaxing, stress-free and inviting, regardless of their size. Most small bedrooms need a little extra...
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...
5 ways to design your home for wellness this wi...
For us, winter means bonfire nights, Christmas parties and New Year get-togethers. In short, there’s loads to look forward to. However whilst winter draws in, you’ll naturally spend a lot...
5 ways to design your home for wellness this wi...
For us, winter means bonfire nights, Christmas parties and New Year get-togethers. In short, there’s loads to look forward to. However whilst winter draws in, you’ll naturally spend a lot...
How to Choose the Best Throw for Your Sofa
This week we’re having a look at how to choose the best throw for your sofa as the winter season approaches. Unlike big furniture upgrades, adding a new throw is...
How to Choose the Best Throw for Your Sofa
This week we’re having a look at how to choose the best throw for your sofa as the winter season approaches. Unlike big furniture upgrades, adding a new throw is...
6 ways to style a loveseat
Short on space or after a cosy corner? Enter: the loveseat. These smaller versions of full-sized sofas pack a real punch. Perfect for solo sitting or snuggling up, we’re focusing...
6 ways to style a loveseat
Short on space or after a cosy corner? Enter: the loveseat. These smaller versions of full-sized sofas pack a real punch. Perfect for solo sitting or snuggling up, we’re focusing...
Trending: 70s-inspired decor that's making a co...
Whether you love it or hate it, there’s no denying that 70’s decor is back. This go-to trend for Autumn is cropping up everywhere- from interior design shows like Maison...
Trending: 70s-inspired decor that's making a co...
Whether you love it or hate it, there’s no denying that 70’s decor is back. This go-to trend for Autumn is cropping up everywhere- from interior design shows like Maison...
Spare bedroom tips with interior designer Maire...
This week we caught up with interior designer Mairead Turner to find out how to make the most of our spare bedrooms. Based in North Wales, Mairead oversees a rolling...
Spare bedroom tips with interior designer Maire...
This week we caught up with interior designer Mairead Turner to find out how to make the most of our spare bedrooms. Based in North Wales, Mairead oversees a rolling...
5 reasons to love faux leather sofas
The team here at Swyft have always loved the way leather sofas look - it’s one of the reasons we brought out Chestnut as another fabric option for our sofas...
5 reasons to love faux leather sofas
The team here at Swyft have always loved the way leather sofas look - it’s one of the reasons we brought out Chestnut as another fabric option for our sofas...
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...
5 design ideas for your home's entrance
This week we’re looking at sprucing up our entrances. Whether you’ve got a long hallway or just enough space for a doormat, your entryway sets the tone for the rest...
5 design ideas for your home's entrance
This week we’re looking at sprucing up our entrances. Whether you’ve got a long hallway or just enough space for a doormat, your entryway sets the tone for the rest...
Moving house: a no-nonsense home movers checklist
Whether it’s your first place or your fifth, there’s always a lot to deal with in the run-up to a house move. Knowing what to do and in what order...
Moving house: a no-nonsense home movers checklist
Whether it’s your first place or your fifth, there’s always a lot to deal with in the run-up to a house move. Knowing what to do and in what order...
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...
Style storage ottomans with an interior designer
This week we're catching up with Swyft interiors expert Kelly for a run-down of three living room looks that put storage ottomans front and centre. Why are storage ottomans good...
Style storage ottomans with an interior designer
This week we're catching up with Swyft interiors expert Kelly for a run-down of three living room looks that put storage ottomans front and centre. Why are storage ottomans good...
How to create a Mediterranean inspired living room
Whether you prefer winding Italian streets or serene Spanish beaches, there’s no doubt that UK holidaymakers love the Mediterranean. Last year over 139 million* of us chose destinations like Spain,...
How to create a Mediterranean inspired living room
Whether you prefer winding Italian streets or serene Spanish beaches, there’s no doubt that UK holidaymakers love the Mediterranean. Last year over 139 million* of us chose destinations like Spain,...
5 things you should know about small bathroom d...
When it comes to pint-sized bathrooms, every inch of space counts. Redesigning your own is a pretty simple job, which makes small bathroom renovations a good place to start- especially if you’re...
5 things you should know about small bathroom d...
When it comes to pint-sized bathrooms, every inch of space counts. Redesigning your own is a pretty simple job, which makes small bathroom renovations a good place to start- especially if you’re...
