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Design for living.
Because perfect is boring.

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REAL DESIGN, UP CLOSE

Whispering Bold explores spaces that are lived-in, loved and full of character — from creative DIYs and design insight to practical guides. Real homes tell better stories.

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Marieke Rijksen (Whispering Bold) sitting on a grey sectional sofa with a laptop on her lap, smiling towards the camera. She is wearing glasses, a cream knit sweater, and beige trousers. Behind her are tall windows with sheer white curtains, and in front is a marble coffee table with books and a candle.

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I design, write, and share interiors that tell a story — and teach the thinking behind good design.

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