When it comes to the kitchen, we’re quick to borrow ingredients and cooking methods from places we’ve visited, but what about interior design? There’s much to be learned from international kitchen styles, in terms of both function and form. With a...
Think of brass in interiors and the first thing that springs to mind is probably bold, dark colours. It’s true that both natural and aged brass work well with deep tones: forest greens, teals, turquoises and navy blues, but there’s another, fresher way to...
Copper is an amazing metal and can be turned into just about anything. Copper is also the metal assigned to a 7th wedding anniversary, providing a lot of scope for gifts and gift ideas. While suitable for all kinds of anniversaries, we have the 7th wedding anniversary...
We can’t get enough of copper, and nor can hotel designers. So we travelled the world (virtually, unfortunately) to find some of the finest copper hotel designs on the planet. From glam to industrial, there are so many ways to make this unique metal work in a...
Warm, sumptuous, even antibacterial: there are many reasons why glorious copper is a clever choice for kitchens. But how can you use this metal megastar in your home? Let us count the ways. And share them with you, for irresistible inspiration… 1. A Special Sink...
Turn your entertaining up a notch by installing your very own home bar! You don’t need a lot of space or money to add a fun, stylish drinking space to your home. From retro cocktail carts through to bells-and-whistles bars, there’s an idea here to suit...
One of the hottest trends for kitchens in 2022 is set to be the lived-in vintage look. Since 2020, people are working from home and spending longer there, and kitchens are becoming more than just a place to prepare meals. In many homes, the kitchen has become a true...
‘Tis the season for gift guides, and here at Halman Thompson, we couldn’t resist compiling one of our own. The criteria? Everything made of our favourite material (metal, of course), but with a twist: no jewellery. Metal often makes an appearance on...
Copper is one versatile metal: it conducts heat and electricity, is resistant to moisture, lasts a very long time and even boasts antibacterial and antiviral qualities. The other great thing about copper? It looks good. In its natural form, copper has a rich, rosy hue...
Once upon a time, nearly all kitchens were black or white or perhaps pine. When it came to the hub of the home, people liked to play it safe, focus more on functionality than fun, and stick to monochrome or wood palettes. Thankfully, those days are gone and now no...
