Joyful, vivid and radiant, cobalt blue is peppering interiors with a welcome dose of optimism. We look at beautiful objects in this vibrant shade, and at how to balance it flawlessly within the home.

Natural textiles made from undyed yarns emerge as an interesting material direction for healthy interiors. Without any dyes, bleach or artificial colouring, they celebrate materials in their purest state and lend a calming, poetic quality to our homes.

Neutral products for kids have become widely available, for the joy of minimalist parents around the world. But is the craze for them all about aesthetics, or are they actually beneficial to children’s development?

If you are wondering how to keep a minimalist home with a little one on the way, I have compiled the baby essentials that I actually used, a lot. To prepare for the big day in a relaxed, responsible, and eco-friendly way.

Every month, I present a short edit of quiet design and minimalist homewares that have caught my eye amongst new collections. Objects that moved me and new finds to add to your wish list.

Serene bedrooms are essential for restful and restorative nights. With a balanced colour palette, your bedroom can become a calm sanctuary that will help you to centre yourself and relax before bed time, allowing you to sleep deeper and better, till morning.

Neutral-toned limestones emerge as a strong material direction to create warm minimal interiors, striking a delicate balance between mass and weightlessness. Using natural surfaces such as sandy travertine or beige chalk, designers introduce a calm sensuality to spaces and products.

Over the last few months, the buzzing Middle-Eastern city of Tel Aviv has started a slow shift towards softer, quieter living, and a minimalist Scandinavian aesthetic has become increasingly visible in interiors. From cafes and eateries to spas and hotels, we round up our favourite ones.

The ultimate freedom of the mind is that it can travel without borders, taking us to another world without our bodies having to move an inch. This is what happened to me last week in the most unlikely place. A professional trade show.