At Corum, our interest in homes has always gone beyond bricks, mortar and market dynamics. We are drawn just as much to how people live as to where they live, which is why we’re delighted to be working with Homes & Interiors Scotland over the coming year. By placing the meaning of “home” at the centre of what we do, we continue to champion a lifestyle-led approach to estate agency that reflects the way people actually live, not just the way properties are bought and sold.
Through this collaboration, and alongside interior designers, gardeners and a number of voices we admire, we’ll be sharing ideas and inspiration that celebrate beautifully considered Scottish homes. The focus is not simply on visual appeal, but on spaces that enhance everyday life and reflect personality, practicality and care.
As part of this, we recently spent time with interior design enthusiast and content creator Wendy Gilmour, whose home offers a thoughtful balance between nostalgia and modern living. Wendy welcomed us into her seventies-inspired sunken lounge, a space she designed and built herself, and spoke about how a long-held idea was carefully integrated into a contemporary home.
“I’ve always been drawn to that seventies nostalgia, in interiors and fashion alike,” Wendy told us. “There’s something wonderfully cosy about a sunken lounge, so it’s been on my vision board for years.”
What elevates the space is its practicality. With a mix of hands-on skill and expert advice, Wendy created a room designed for family life. Durable, patterned upholstery in blue and white brings a playful nod to the era while standing up to everyday wear. Thick, tightly woven fabrics ensure longevity, with the pattern quietly disguising the realities of a busy household.
Texture plays an equally important role. Brass rails hold throws that double as wall art, adding warmth and tactility to the room while remaining entirely functional. “It’s a bit like art,” Wendy explains, “but we can pull them down and keep cosy together in the evening.”
It’s a reminder that the most compelling homes are those designed to be lived in. Through our work with Homes & Interiors Scotland, we look forward to sharing more stories that celebrate thoughtful design, individuality and the quiet art of living well.