{"id":26182,"date":"2022-09-26T14:53:36","date_gmt":"2022-09-26T13:53:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/?p=26182"},"modified":"2024-04-23T11:19:14","modified_gmt":"2024-04-23T10:19:14","slug":"qa-with-laura-sunderland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/general\/qa-with-laura-sunderland\/","title":{"rendered":"On the sofa with Laura Sunderland"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"We love seeing inside other people\u2019s homes and we\u2019re excited to share the stunning abode of interiors influencer Laura Sunderland of @laurahomeandlifestyle<\/a><\/p>\n

Expect to find decor inspiration galore from Laura\u2019s beautiful Suffolk farmhouse and see how she\u2019s styled her Oak Furnitureland pieces.<\/p>\n

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Can you tell us about the type of property you live in?<\/h2>\n

\"Laura<\/p>\n

@laurahomeandlifestyle<\/a><\/p>\n

We live in a rural Georgian farm house near the Suffolk coast. It used to be an old dairy farm so we have a few barns that we’ve converted into holiday lets. I love the symmetry, big square rooms, high ceilings and fireplaces. We are very lucky to have lots of original features.<\/p>\n

How would you describe your style?<\/h2>\n

\"Almond<\/p>\n

Shay 7-drawer chest<\/a> | @laurahomeandlifestyle<\/a><\/p>\n

I’m mostly drawn to neutral styling, I find it quite calming but also love accessorising with a bit of colour. I am getting braver! I love the modern country\/farmhouse chic look. Instagram is a great place for helping you find your style.<\/p>\n

When did your interest in interiors start?<\/h2>\n

\"Bevel<\/p>\n

Bevel larder<\/a> | @laurahomeandlifestyle<\/a><\/p>\n

My first interest in interiors was way back when I was a student in London studying interior design. I loved home decor, styling rooms and collecting design books, samples and swatches. I’d spend hours daydreaming and trawling around shops like Heals, Habitat and Conran.<\/p>\n

Did you start your Instagram account at the same time?<\/h2>\n

\"Laura<\/h2>\n

My Instagram account started a few years ago with a vase of flowers in my kitchen and became a way of just documenting things I loved. It very quickly fell into home interiors, decor and home styling. It’s a wonderful place for inspiration.<\/p>\n

Which are your favourite rooms to style?<\/h2>\n

\"Bevel<\/p>\n

Bevel larder<\/a> | @laurahomeandlifestyle<\/a><\/p>\n

I have a few favourite rooms. My kitchen is my favourite, it’s where I spend most of my time! I also love styling our dining room. It’s a calm and happy space and I love doing tablescapes.<\/p>\n

What are your top tips for making a house a home?<\/h2>\n

I always say go with what you like because you have to live there. Accessorising with cushions, rugs, flowers and candles is great for pulling a homely feel together.<\/p>\n

Can you tell us about the different Oak Furnitureland pieces you have and how you\u2019ve styled them?<\/h2>\n

\"Natural<\/p>\n

Bevel larder<\/a> | @laurahomeandlifestyle<\/a><\/p>\n

I’ve had two pieces of furniture from Oak Furnitureland; the Shay seven-drawer chest of drawers<\/a> and the large Bevel larder cupboard<\/a>. Both take pride of place in my bedroom and kitchen respectively. The chest of drawers is styled simply with a large vase of faux flowers, a candle and smaller bits. The larder is filled with lots of fabulous labelled storage jars and baskets. It’s the perfect space!<\/p>\n

How do you change your home according to the seasons?<\/h2>\n

I’m always switching cushions, vases, throws, flowers and candles. I’m a bit of a furniture mover too. In our living room for example I bring the sofas closer together and nearer the fire for a cosier, less formal feel.<\/p>\n

Are there any other Oak Furnitureland pieces that you\u2019ve got your eye on?<\/h2>\n

Ha, ha yes! My husband has taken over my office because he’s working from home a lot more. So I’m plotting a revamp so we could possibly fit another desk in there.<\/p>\n

Thanks to Laura for sharing her beautiful home. Head to her Instagram<\/a> for more ideas or check out the Oak Furnitureland Instagram<\/a> for more inspiration.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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