The English Home

Christmas …in the moment

Be our guest

One of the simplest yet most rewarding pleasures of the festive period is welcoming guests into the home.

Preparing for the arrival of loved ones and anticipating their needs not only serves to make their stay more comfortable, but also adds a delicious sense of anticipation of creating special memories together.

Crossing the threshold

Any journey undertaken at one of the busiest times of year is doubtless ended with a sense of relief, particularly when greeted by a welcoming entrance hall. Creating ample space for hanging hats, coats and shoes will create a sense of ease and comfort as soon as visitors cross the threshold. If necessary, consider investing in storage solutions such as smart wicker baskets or rattan chests for footwear and smaller items like gloves. Neptune and Oka are good resources. It might be sensible, too, to have spare hats and wellington boots on standby.

Sitting comfortably

Once guests’ coats have been hung

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