
Amelia Thorpe
Amelia Thorpe is a design and interiors journalist and regular contributor to Country Life. She spent the first half of her career book publishing, before jumping the fence to become a writer — a role that she adores. Amelia lives in London with her husband and two roguish dogs.
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The art of hearth: Beautiful ideas to rejuvenate your fireplace, from £1,250 to £22,000A great fireplace can lift a room — and, indeed, an entire house. Amelia Thorpe chooses some of the most beautiful available in Britain today.
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Room with a cru — how an 'enduring legacy of lockdown' is the latest must have in interior designLong gone are the dusty cellars of the past. Now is the time to make the place you store your wine as pleasurable as drinking it.
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Creating a 'statement island' that defines a kitchen without overwhelming itElegant proportions and soft hues offset the dramatic scale of this kitchen in the Cotswolds. Amelia Thorpe takes a look.
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A modern kitchen perfectly framed by the exquisite ancient beamsArtichoke designed a discreet and timeless kitchen to complement a converted granary. Amelia Thorpe takes a look.
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Six things you need to know before painting a room off-white — and five beautiful tints to considerTrying to choose a neutral? You’ll be presented with a sea of confusing choices. Amelia Thorpe asks leading colour experts for advice on plotting a course.
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Fruits of the loom: The bespoke rugs designed by some of Inchbald's best studentsThe Inchbald School of Design and Veedon Fleece teach students the beauty of bespoke by inviting them to design their own carpets, finds Amelia Thorpe.
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Seven slices of interior inspiration for summer, from lazy lounging to a masterclass with a legendLooking for fresh ideas to get you thinking differently? Amelia Thorpe picks out some bold pieces, bright ideas and more ways to find inspiration.
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Exquisite ideas to make the most of outdoor living this summerFurniture and accessories to enhance your garden, selected by Amelia Thorpe.
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Best free-standing baths from £4,000 to £14,000 — for people who really want to splash outFree-standing baths for making a statement — not to mention causing havoc with your bank statement.
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Nine delightful bedroom ideas to brighten up your homeDreamy furniture and accessories for the bedroom, chosen by Amelia Thorpe
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Colour counsel: The latest paints and wallpapers, from £27 per pot to £1,240 per rollAmelia Thorpe picks out the latest colours, textures and shades from the wonderful world of wallpaper.
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Fantastic lights and where to find themAmelia Thorpe shines a light on the latest lighting designs.
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Lighting that's delighting: Five new looks to inspire youAmelia Thorpe shines a light on the latest designs.
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The Peruvian connection brightening up British textilesBritish textile businesses are collaborating with far-flung artisanal communities, finds Amelia Thorpe.
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15 delightful ideas for a beautiful Christmas table settingInspirational ideas for setting the table this season, selected by Amelia Thorpe.
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The exquisite hand-painted lamps inspired by the flowers and plants of the British countrysideNatasha Hulse has turned her love of nature into beautiful fabrics. Amelia Thorpe takes a look at her latest idea.
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Nine of the best birdbaths for a country house gardenBird bath designs dedicated to our feathered friends, selected by Amelia Thorpe.
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10 of the most beautiful corkscrews to make opening a great bottle of wine the event it should beThe best corkscrews you can buy today, as selected by Amelia Thorpe.
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Seven beautiful new looks in kitchens, from classic cabinetry to 80s revivalThe latest looks in the kitchen, selected by Amelia Thorpe.
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Pattern power: Best new textiles and wallpapers for Autumn 2022New fabrics and wallpapers to bring a room to life, chosen by Amelia Thorpe.
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Eight of the best beds to help you sleep in true styleBlissful beds for the perfect sleep, selected by Amelia Thorpe.
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Ideas for making the most of summer in the gardenBest outdoor furniture, decorations and more, as selected by Amelia Thorpe.
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Eight of the best sundials for your gardenElegant sundials that chart the movement of the sun as it crosses the sky, selected by Amelia Thorpe.
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Why handmade is best: The ceramic designers who are creating pieces to be cherished for a lifetimeThe growing emphasis on handmade interiors is reviving interest in the tactile appeal of handmade ceramics, finds Amelia Thorpe.
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