We all need inspiration from time to time. Whatever piece of interior design you are doing, that is still true. What colour schemes work? Where do all the read more…

“It generally takes me a week to come up with good impromptu speech.” The quip is usually credited to Mark Twain; if he didn’t use those exact words, read more…

You have decided your house needs a new look. Maybe that means going the whole hog – taking down walls, laying new carpets and adding fresh wall coverings. read more…

Woodworkers prize oak wood. It’s popular for all manner of projects from furniture through flooring to cabinetry. This is because it’s so durable and workable with stunning natural read more…

Bathroom lighting is very important. The bathroom is where we all prepare for each day and where we check that we look good and healthy. The bathroom lighting read more…

Designing and building a perfect classic living room is one of the hardest things. The living room is where you will want to put in extra effort to read more…

The Carl Hansen firm is a master furniture maker. The man opened his first workshop in Odense, Denmark, on October 28, 1908. But the company’s designs are as read more…

Skagerak furniture is where tradition and contemporary Danish design meet. And when the sun comes out, thoughts turn to the great Danish summer involving the garden, barbecues, swimming read more…

Modern pendant lights are popular fittings. They look stunning suspended from the ceiling. Not only do they have a luxurious look but they also possess a unique style. read more…

It could be said that rooms without appealing modern designer furniture are no better than bodies without souls. From living room to bedroom, each room in a home read more…

People need to think about whether contemporary furniture is worth the investment. If you are like most people you will have seen sofas whose price tags have caused read more…

We’re all guilty of it and quite often we’re all far too busy to think about where the pencils and loose pieces of paper should go at the read more…

It’s time to think outside the box. There isn’t a strict rule book when it comes to creating a successful Bohemian interior – It should be random, busy read more…

The bedroom, arguably the most important room in your humble abode. It also features two of what should be your most considered purchases, but we’ll get to that. read more…

Our distinct design ethos is characterised by a refined blend of Scandinavian and Post-Modern influence. What better place to implement this than in a lounge/living area. Read Our read more…

The Hallway, landing, entrance, corridors they’re all the same. A thin awkward stretch of room that above all else requires easy access. At Olson and Baker we’ve realised read more…

A successful industrial style interior can look great if it’s done correctly. The most important and distinguishable features are the use of stripped back, raw exposed materials. Brick, read more…

At Olson and Baker we pride ourselves on offering a distinct and exclusive style. If you’ve not figured it out already we’re Scandinavian &a post Modern nuts! A read more…

In the 1960s and 50s design was at an all-time high. Designs were clean-cut, modern, and wide-ranging. Regardless of the progression of time, mid-century designs have remained a read more…

The Nautical Style is a classic design theme characterised by a sensory environment tied to the sea. Textiles, materials of all kinds are rooted in costal customaries. Within read more…

Above all, Mediterranean style is a virtual bon voyage, a trip abroad without leaving the house. It carries a strong sense of place and entices you with its read more…

Cottage style is as much a mindset as it is a pre-planned approach to interior design. The somewhat relaxed detailing and combination of elements steers it toward a read more…

What do you use your study/home office for? Occasional Skype call? A peaceful nook to study or read? Maybe you’re an avid business man or woman? Whatever you’re read more…

Eclectic design styles mix vintage and contemporary styles together harmoniously. Such designs include a combination of textures, finishes and colours. Though tricky to pull off, eclectic interiors can read more…

If you’ve not realised it by now, here at Olson and Baker we love modern design! If it’s tastefully coloured with a primary palette, clutter free, carefully planned read more…

Our distinct design ethos is characterised by a refined blend of Scandinavian and Post-Modern influence. What better place to implement this than in a lounge/living area. Read Our read more…