Wabi-sabi is the celebration of the imperfection. Given the very nature of the cabin – a humble timber-built 1930's structure – this felt like the most appropriate, sensitive and gentle approach to the interior design.

Interiors, Travel, The Nor–Folk, Norfolk, Water CabinFebruary 12, 2019Broads National Park, Minimalist, Norfolk Broads, Staycation, Wabi Sabi

My gear.

Whilst I have a fixed base in the city, being a photographer means, quite literally, the world is my studio.

Collaborations, The Nor–FolkJune 22, 2018Horizn Studios, Minimalist, Norwich, Photographer, Studio

Mood enhancers – light and sound.

We’d coveted our apartment for several years before it came on the market and we finally had the chance to buy it. We fell in love with the light. Our apartment is one of seven penthouses in a converted factory – our space, specifically, was the drawing rooms.

The simple two piece.

I firmly believe if you're happy in what you’re wearing, you’re more relaxed and in turn, confident in yourself.

Fashion, TravelJuly 4, 2017Minimalist, Portugal, Separates, Silver, Silves, Swimwear, Two piece

The smart tom boy.

I’m what society calls a ‘tom boy’. And, to be honest, I always have been. I don’t think that makes me any less of a woman. So here is my big admission – I like comfort. When I’m comfortable, I feel happier. When I’m happier, I’m more productive.I dabbled with more formal wear for meetings and it wasn’t for me. I’d always sit awkwardly.

Fashion, The Nor–FolkFebruary 22, 2017Coat, Greyscale, Minimalist, Oversized, Tom boy

Our Legend.

Stanley’s very first piece of clothing was a Bobo Choses, ‘B’ vest.He wore it home from hospital when he was born. Today, it sits framed and displayed in our hallway.

Fashion, The Nor–FolkJanuary 23, 2017Blue, Bobo Choses, Minimalist, Stanley, Unisex

The Big A Tee (Nor-Folk x Adnams).

Fiona and I were cuddled up on the sofa – it was a Friday night – we were likely enjoying a fruit cider and watching a dark Nordic crime thriller. Anyway, the details don’t really matter – the best bit was that my phone lit up with a DM on Instagram. ‘A lady called Liz from Adnams’ I said – ‘she wants to chat about a collaborative project’.

Business, Collaborations, Fashion, Visual StoriesDecember 8, 2016Adnams, Graphic Design, Minimalist, Southwold, Suffolk

Minimalist family living.

Last month, Made.com interviewed me in my home to discuss my love of Scandinavian design, minimalism and how these principles integrate with our family.

Fashion, Interiors, Visual Stories, The Nor–FolkOctober 25, 2016Architecture, Family, made-com, Minimalist, Norfolk, Slow living

Standing out.

Your brand isn’t just your logo – it’s every touch point that a person has with your business. Branding goes deeper than just a (visual) identity and its application – it’s ‘you’. And, even if you don’t run a business, you can still establish your own brand. Your appearance and how you dress says a lot about you and your character and is (perhaps unfortunately) just another way people will make judgments (even before they’ve met you).

Business, Fashion, Visual Stories, The Nor–FolkOctober 23, 2016Brand, Branding, Creative, Graphic Design, Minimalist, Norfolk

Small spaces need big vision.

The ensuite to our master bedroom was quite simply a cupboard with a toilet, sink and no natural light. What we did have was a large landing which I felt served no real purpose. For over a year, with family and friends, we debated ways of accommodating a shower and every solution just felt like a compromise.

Interiors, The Nor–FolkSeptember 15, 2016Bathroom, Craftsmanship, Joiners, Minimalist, Plumen, Plywood

The accidental photographer.

I started documenting our lives on Instagram when our son, Stanley, was born (just snaps from my iPhone). Then, for Christmas 2014, Bobby bought me a Nikon DSLR. To say I was ungrateful would be an understatement! I was so busy having just launched Nor-Folk – plus I hadn’t picked up a proper camera since I was at art school! Reluctantly I accepted Bobby’s other gift of two hours tuition with photographer Tatum Reid. Tatum soon refreshed me on the basics/fundamentals. From then on, I was hooked and have photographed (almost) everything in our lives ever since.

Business, Fashion, The Nor–FolkJune 27, 2016Documentary photography, Minimalist, Photo shoot, Photography, Studio

Norwich Fashion Week 2016.

Here in our fine city of Norwich, Norwich Fashion Week is now in its sixth year, comprising ten days of events. NFW celebrates the best of our local talent. When we were approached to join forces with Hoskins Hair, it was a resounding yes from us. The show offered us the perfect platform to shine a light on our latest Adult’s Collection.

Fashion, The Nor–FolkMarch 22, 2016Ethical, Fashion, Minimalist, Norwich, Norwich Fashion Week