Cosmic, Not Cute The Cosmic House offers inspiration—the weird kind, not the type you find in Veranda or World of Interiors. These interiors lean into conceptual architecture and symbolic design, and some ideas feel flat-out strange. Designers love strange. We can find inspiration anywhere. Anywhere. The Cosmic House London delivers exactly that. It combines Postmodern […]

Notting Hill London shopping has its own rhythm. London shopping in general feels like a full experience, and the major department stores—Liberty of London, Fortnum and Mason, and Harrod’s—make it easy to lose hours. Their architecture matches the scale of the goods inside. Yet Notting Hill offers something different. Instead of one grand destination, you move through small boutiques with strong identities and beautiful facades. I spent more here than in the larger stores, mostly because each shop feels personal and connected to the neighborhood.

Thoughtful Gifts Fortnum & Mason London was my favorite department store—less about fashion and more about refinement. Accessories, small handbags, tea, cookies, and treats fill every floor. It’s the perfect place to find gifts that feel thoughtful but never overdone. My suitcase was too full, so I ordered online to have gifts waiting for me […]

A Building’s Charm The Liberty London department store is one of those rare buildings that practically pulls you inside—the design of the building practially makes you want to spend money. Its exterior could double as a business strategy. The place was packed when I visited, and it’s easy to see why. Beyond the quality clothing, […]

A London Landmark In the heart of Knightsbridge, Harrod’s london department store stands as one of London’s most recognizable landmarks. The neighborhood’s proximity to Hyde Park and its reputation for luxury make it the perfect home for this icon of British retail. Founded in 1849, the business began as a small grocery and tea merchant […]

This guide uses a designer’s lens to eat, sleep, and shop London, focusing on places where the interiors drive the experience. Design shows up in everyday settings—restaurants, hotels, and members’ clubs reveal how space shapes how people gather and move. These recommendations highlight where to eat, sleep, and shop, chosen for their architecture, atmosphere, and character.

Interior-Driven Hospitality London restaurants set a global standard for interior-driven hospitality. From historic pubs with centuries-old patina to luxury hotels with sculptural staircases and bespoke textiles, these interiors are inspiring. More than destinations; these spots lessons in hospitality design and living examples of how architecture and interiors shape human experience. Dining is always beyond the […]

I felt lucky to be invited on a design field trip with Christopher Farr Cloth. I know their fabrics well and use them often in my projects, but I truly didn’t know what to expect. I had never explored London through the lens of a designer, knew no one else on the trip, and—truthfully—committed before even seeing the itinerary. But you can’t go wrong with a legendary London-based design house, and it paid off.