Issue #24

Happy Saturday, and welcome to issue #24 of the Inside Look.

This week, we’re sharing expert tips to help you make the most of your bedroom space and interior designer Wilfredo Emanuel shares his advice on choosing the right dining table shape.

We also have a deep dive into patio seating options, new products from Industry West and Anthropologie, and tour a lovely primary bedroom and ensuite.

Let's dive in.

— Ash, Editor of the Inside Look.

The Roundup: Latest reads and product launches

How to make a small bedroom look bigger

Here are our top interior design tips and tricks to get the most out of your space.

Read here.

noho is fighting waste with beautifully designed furniture for modern life

noho is a New Zealand-based brand that’s leading the fight against waste through beautiful design and sustainable practices.

Read here.

The best patio chairs: Options to fit all styles and budgets

Find the perfect weather-resistant chairs to transform your outdoor space into a summer paradise.

Read here.

Industry West’s Abstract Side Table

The Abstract side table is inspired by the Dutch architectural movement de Stijl. With its contemporary black finish discover new proportions and interest from every angle.

Shop here.

Tom Raffield Verso Walnut Table Lamp

Alight your space with art and showcase this sculptural walnut table lamp by Tom Raffield atop your office desk or bedside.

Shop here.

Insider Insight: Round vs rectangular dining tables

Interior design expert Wilfredo Emanuel shares tips on choosing between a round or rectangular dining table.

Round tables

A round dining table works great in smaller rooms, where space is limited. Perhaps you have a small apartment where dining space is extremely restricted or it could be that you have a combined kitchen-dining room or a studio living room dining space — in these instances a circular table could make perfect sense.

With round dining tables, you create a great dining experience for small groups of people even if space is at a premium. A round table makes the most sense when you've got a square room or areas where space is a concern.

The rounded edges take up less space, and you won't have the painful experience of bumping into sharp corners due to the limited space.

Rectangular dining tables

A rectangular dining table is one of the most common pieces of dining room furniture and it’s what most people opt for.

Rectangular tables tend to be the best for larger groups of people. If you're someone who enjoys hosting large parties or you're looking for a more formal feel, then it's worth looking at rectangular shapes for a new table.

Check out more of Wilfredo’s expert advice here.

Home Spotlight: A primary bedroom and ensuite transformed into a peaceful, and functional retreat

Transforming a space from "before" to "after" is always exciting, and this bedroom and ensuite bathroom renovation is no exception. Pattie Kelly, the interior designer behind the project, helped a homeowner turn their space into the airy, peaceful, and functional retreat.

Take a tour of this space here.

That's all for this week. Enjoy your weekend and please let us know what you think to today’s email — we’d love your thoughts, so we can make each issue great.