Words matter. These are the best Hilary Farr Quotes, and they’re great for sharing with your friends.
If you absolutely must express yourself with the use of animal hide, fur, antlers etc., then at the very least make sure it has been harvested responsibly and humanely.
I grew up in England. My school coat was grey and white herringbone Harris tweed, and I hated it.
Harris Tweed as been around since before the Industrial Revolution when it was a handmade cloth from the Outer Hebrides in Scotland.
The value of real estate to a city is huge. A community that is invested in making deep roots in an area creates a commitment to making their city the best it can be. It becomes a common bond.
London imbued me with an appreciation of the beauty and value of history in general. As it has evolved and grown, the city has created iconic modern buildings that look perfect as they sit alongside ancient ones.
I love window dressings. They’re a quick and easy way to make a room look more inviting and cozy.
Most importantly, I strive for function above all in every house.
A rug doesn’t have to be pricey but for maximum oomph it must be sizeable and not stingy.
My point is, to emulate dead animals and their parts as decoration is pretty disgusting, and as a design statement, it also fills me with ennui.
I always encourage my young clients just starting to create a home, to buy at least one piece of investment furniture, or accessory, or piece of art each year rather than following a trend that will come along, be copied cheaply for the mass market and then be gone.
I have always loved Manhattan, the bright lights, the big city!
When my, British-Church of England mother married my, Canadian-Jewish Father, the deal was that she would embrace Judaism, but wouldn’t give up her Christmas tree. So, I grew up with Christmas every year. I loved it then and I love it now.
Many families are planning summer vacations and in Canada, camping is a very popular way to spend those long summer nights!
I happen to love creating handmade ornaments even when I mess up I still have fun.
I learned how to incorporate heirloom furniture, artwork and objects d’art to work with exciting new contemporary pieces.
There’s more energy-saving innovations in lighting. Smartphone and various devices hooked into the home can control the lights and mood.
I was a rebellious student, called up in assembly almost every week for some misdemeanour, lots of time on the Headmistress’s office for what must have been, in retrospect, annoying behaviour.
For a modern look, hang curtains from the ceiling with a very simple pleat at the top so they will hang straight.
I love fashion and I love interior design. There are times when the two worlds collide but more often than not, they go side by side in tandem.
Reupholstered furniture can look fabulous.
Crafting your own decorations is such a nice, old fashioned way to spend time with loved ones, creating memories each year when you bring out these keepsakes you made together.
Great kitchens are a must-have. A place to relax and cook for friends and family. A gathering place for family of all ages and guests is a staple for me as well.
So for anyone who is stumped by how to decorate their tree; Think of your own theme and see what inspiration you come up with. Anything goes!
Choose paintings, sculptures, realistic or abstract or animal images woven into fabrics, rather than a faux zebra rug or a sullied Lion’s head on the wall.
When dressing a table take out your old pieces of silver, hand-me-down linens and old candelabras, it will make your meal that much more special.
I grew up wanting to be a ballet dancer.
In a small powder room, the inclination is to go with a light wall color. My trick is to do the opposite – such as a patterned wallpaper or a deep color on the walls. It’s more interesting and makes a design statement.
Time slows down in libraries in a good way.
No one wants to move if they have a choice – it’s a horrible experience. If I manage to address their issue, there’s really no incentive to pack up and leave.
Attracting business to a city is of huge benefit for taxes, jobs, purchasing of homes and home goods.
