Colour plays an important part in designing a space, for sure. But there are a few other intrinsic senses that are less apparent, and we shouldn’t forget. Scent, sound, touch and even taste can all contribute to the overall feeling of our interior spaces. By understanding and consciously considering more of the human senses, we can create spaces that feel deeply ‘right’ for what we want to achieve. It makes sense right (pun intended)?  Sight is only one of the five human senses, but it’s dominant above all others when it comes to interior design. We scroll Instagram looking at...

More of us than ever are enjoying the benefits of the great outdoors. Whether that's hopping on your bike, having a little trot around the block, or setting off on your daily walk (thanks, lockdown 🙄) spending time in nature can reduce stress levels and improve your mood ✨ When it comes to interiors, it's no wonder the trend for ‘bringing the outside in’ has become hugely popular. Bringing natural colours and materials into our homes connects us with nature and helps to create a soothing, restful space. Sounds good, right? 🍃 So how do you go about bringing a...

Greens are big news in the interiors world at the moment and it's easy to see why. Stylish and versatile, but never boring, green hues work brilliantly in any room of the house. We also tend to associate green with nature and the great outdoors, so as an added bonus it has a calming, stress-busting effect. And who doesn't want a piece of that? 💚 So, with Insta awash with every green under the sun, how do you decide which shade is the right one for you? With a little help from your friends at COAT, that's how! Here's our...

It's an effortless cool look which has boomed in recent years. But what is Mid-Century design and how can you make it work in your home?  Well, Mid-Century Modern is a design movement spanning the 40s, 50s and 60s that embraces clean lines, natural materials and the use of lots of lovely colour and pattern 🌈 It's a timeless style which is here to stay, so how do you get in on the Mid-Century Modern action? Just have a gander at our guide to bringing a bit of MCM inspo into your home.  Check out our on-trend Mid-Century paint colours...

So, you've decided to redecorate, but how are you going to avoid the agony of trawling the paint aisles at your local DIY store? The dread, it's real. Well don't worry, choosing the perfect paint colour has just become a whole lot easier.  Order a few of our legendary Peel & Stick paint swatches for next day delivery. Whack them up on the wall, stand back and take your pick. Then order your chosen colour and get painting the very next day. Sorted 👊 Want to know more? Here, we give you the lowdown on why our paint samples are...

Every home has a small room or two or even a few more if you live in London. Some pocket-sized pads just have smaller dimensions by nature - often period properties, or inner-city apartments. So without the luxury of walls to knock down, how can you get clever with the paint pot and create a bit of visual trickery for smaller rooms? We  decided to dig deep into the topic of how to decorate a small living space and answer all your questions on how to make a BIG impact with SMALL spaces.  WHAT COLOUR SHOULD I GO FOR WHEN...