The Journal

A place we share tips and advice on decoration, architecture and interior design, as well as studio news and inspiration.


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Spring Design Clinic at Middlethorpe Hall, York

An invitation to experience the Spring 2026 fabric and wallpaper collections at Middlethorpe Hall in York.

This intimate design clinic offers the opportunity to see colour in natural light, explore texture and pattern, and begin to consider how a room might come together with guidance from leading fabric houses and Middlethorpe Interiors.

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A considered evening in York: Celebrating the opening of Wyse London on Stonegate, York, North Yorkshire

Ann of Middlethorpe Interiors was delighted to attend the opening of Wyse London’s new store on Stonegate, York. Set within a historic building in the heart of the city, the evening celebrated thoughtful design, quality craftsmanship and brands that value longevity, calm confidence and considered detail - principles that closely align with Middlethorpe Interiors’ own design philosophy.

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A True Yorkshire Christmas: Five Stunning Places to Visit in and Around York

A True Yorkshire Christmas gathers five of my favourite festive places in and around York — the kind of outings that feel thoughtful, atmospheric and wonderfully unhurried at this time of year. From Castle Howard’s imaginative winter transformation to candlelit tours, quiet corners of the Minster and slow wanders through the city’s historic streets, it’s a guide to the places that capture the season’s charm without the bustle. If you’re looking for inspiration over the Christmas break, it’s a lovely place to start.

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