Hosting at home with Holloways of Ludlow

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As a huge advocate of friluftsliv (the Nordic concept of ‘open air living’), as well as experiencing three long months of extremely warm weather, this summer has been all about hosting at home. From catching up with friends over a cup of coffee, the mayhem of midweek suppers, to cosy weekends spent with those I love most, daily life has very much revolved around our new &Tradition Thorvald Garden Dining Set from Holloways of Ludlow.

Conveniently sold as a curated package by the family run British retailer to help you make the most of your space, the Thorvald has been a firm favourite of mine since it was originally launched by Danish design brand &Tradition two years ago.

Described by its designers, multi-disciplinary studio Space Copenhagen, as “an invitation to enjoy a pause, conversation, drink, or a meal under the open sky”, every softly rounded frame and sophisticated graphic detail of the fifteen-piece collection balance form and functionality beautifully.

Durable, stackable and extremely comfortable too, the solid table and four warm black powder-coated steel chairs have, since their arrival brought a distinctly Danish sensibility to our urban oasis. Giving the patio in particular the flexibility and longevity we needed to not only enjoy it now, but throughout the changing seasons ahead.

So, if like me you love hosting at home at any time of year, I’ve compiled some of my top tips and favourite finds from across the Holloways of Ludlow website, to help you create a friluftsliv-inspired garden and make the most of your time outdoors:

1. Nuura Blossi Table Mini Portable Lamp, £219, hollowaysofludlow.com
2. Normann Copenhagen Draw Vase, £118, hollowaysofludlow.com
3. HAY Tavolo Napkin/Placemat Set of 4, £35, hollowaysofludlow.com
4. Audo Copenhagen Bottle Grinder, £65, hollowaysofludlow.com
5. Northern Echo Throw Blanket, £155, hollowaysofludlow.com
6. HAY Barro Plate Set of 2, £39, hollowaysofludlow.com
7. Raawii Strom Bowl, £62, hollowaysofludlow.com
8. HAY MVS Cutlery, £55, hollowaysofludlow.com
9. Normann Copenhagen Trin Candle Holder, £71, hollowaysofludlow.com
10. HAY Curve Stem Glass, £29, hollowaysofludlow.com
11. Design House Stockholm Fia Carafe, £85, hollowaysofludlow.com
12. Form & Refine Aymara New Square Cushion, £128, hollowaysofludlow.com

My top tips for hosting at home:

• Set the scene
  By having a loose overall theme in mind when you begin will help you to tie everything together and create a cohesive setting everyone will love.
• Add a focal point
  Give height and a point of interest to your table by adding raised bowls of fruit and snacks alongside vases filled with fresh flowers.
• Mix and match
  Always mix and match different coloured plates, bowls and platters, as well as new pieces and vintage finds together for a more relaxed feel.
• Make it cosy
  Create a sense of intimacy with beautiful napkins, portable lamps and lots of cosy candlelight.
• Finishing touches
  Don’t forget a portable speaker for playing music and plenty of blankets draped over chairs for when the food is finished.

Find out more

You can shop the &Tradition Thorvald Garden Dining Set, along with many other renowned outdoor collections all curated by Holloways of Ludlow on their website. Also, with many options in stock, they are typically in your home within 1-3 weeks.

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All cut-outs courtesy of the brands listed, all other images by Nicola Capper, with the &Tradition Thorvald Garden Dining Set featured kindly gifted in return for this post.

Enjoyed this post? Then read my in-depth look at another Holloways of Ludlow design icon, the Wishbone Chair by Carl Hansen & Søn.

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