Inspiration

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Pooky Classics Revisited: The Stella pendant light

Pooky Classics Revisited: The Stella pendant light

The Stella pendant has been a Pooky favorite for over a decade. We revisit this much-loved star lantern and discover what makes it so enduring. read more

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The Language of Materials: Rattan and Cane

The Language of Materials: Rattan and Cane

Rattan and cane have been used in furniture and lighting for centuries. Discover where these natural materials come from, how they’re woven, and why they... read more

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The Secret of Historic Prints: Why They Still Work Today

The Secret of Historic Prints: Why They Still Work Today

Why do historic patterns still look so right in modern interiors? From the art of the repeat to our enduring love of nature, the answer... read more

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What Size Lamp Shade Do I Need? A Simple Guide to Proportion

What Size Lamp Shade Do I Need? A Simple Guide to Proportion

Choosing the right size lampshade can make or break a lamp. This practical guide explains simple proportion rules for table and floor lamps, how to... read more

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Pooky Classics Revisited: The Trafalgar

Pooky Classics Revisited: The Trafalgar

The Trafalgar began as an offcut of brass and became one of Pooky’s most enduring designs. We revisit this statuesque classic and explore what makes... read more

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The British Pattern Makers: How we learned to love decoration again

The British Pattern Makers: How we learned to love decoration again

Britain has always known how to do patterns. From Tudor halls to Morris florals and today’s maximalist revival, here’s how decoration evolved – and why... read more

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9 Common Bedroom Lighting Mistakes (And How To Fix Them)

9 Common Bedroom Lighting Mistakes (And How To Fix Them)

Bedrooms are private, in-between spaces – which makes lighting them surprisingly tricky. Here are 9 common bedroom lighting mistakes, and how to fix them read more

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Timeless Glow: Decorating with Alabaster Lighting

Timeless Glow: Decorating with Alabaster Lighting

There's something rather magical about alabaster lighting - it's like candlelight caught inside stone. Alabaster is a natural stone with ancient roots that feels wonderfully... read more

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Light Bulb Lowdown: Choosing the Right Bulbs for Your Fixtures

Light Bulb Lowdown: Choosing the Right Bulbs for Your Fixtures

Here's the good news: bulb choosing can be wonderfully simple once a few friendly basics click into place. Think of this as your cozy, jargon-light... read more