Real reveals

Where architects live

Speaking of Zaha Hadid, there’s another event on in Milan showcasing the homes and workspaces of (starry) architects including  – as well as Zaha – Daniel Libeskind, David Chipperfield and a Brazilian gent called Marcio Kogan who has a nice Joanna and a lotta books. The exhibition is curated by Francesca Molteni and also includes […]

Bric-a-brac shaming

First there was slut shaming. Then eating-in-public shaming. Now I’m reporting on a new – and yes, rather niche – variation: Bric-a-brac shaming. I had just bought the above print for a steal in a New Cross charity shop. That evening me and the fella were unwinding with one of my ultimate guilty pleasures – […]

Definition of a gift

LOOK what Ros just gave me as a belated birthday present. You have to understand there is a history with us and swans. It started with a tense conversation in the car on the way to Ardingly a few years ago when we realised we were hunting for the same thing. Then Ros found one […]

Design Bloggers at Home book

Yes it’s my house and yes the shot is in focus in the way that’s sometimes lacking in my real Real Reveals. That’s because this photo is from Ellie Tennant’s first book Design Bloggers At Home (I’m calling it Tennant’s Super) and was shot by the talented Rachel Whiting. I’m honoured to be one of […]

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Lady’s perogative

Bobby Brown had his, ladies have their own – to change their mind, of course. And I have. In Margate this weekend I did some thinking with a paintbrush. After outlining my bold plans here before the weekend, I’m back to update you. Painting shit black – forget what the Rolling Stones told you – […]