Everyday Antiques | Katherine Sorrell

Everyday Antiques

A home filled with collected pieces tells a story that no catalogue ever could. Everyday Antiques celebrates the beauty of mixing old and new, showing how vintage finds and antique treasures can bring warmth, individuality and lasting character to contemporary interiors.

Rather than striving for perfectly matched rooms, Katherine Sorrell encourages a more personal approach to decorating—one where inherited furniture, market discoveries, vintage glassware and well-loved heirlooms sit comfortably alongside modern pieces. Whether it's a timeworn portrait uncovered at a local market, an ornate gilt mirror passed down through generations or a collection of mid-century glassware found second-hand, each object adds its own history and sense of place.

With the growing accessibility of antiques through online marketplaces, specialist dealers and social media, Everyday Antiques offers practical inspiration for discovering unique pieces and weaving them naturally into every room of the home. The result is an interior that feels layered, welcoming and unmistakably individual.

About the Author

Katherine Sorrell began her career in news journalism before discovering her passion for interiors while working at Elle Decoration. She has since become one of the UK's most respected interiors writers, contributing to many leading design publications and authoring a wide range of books on decorating and home design. After many years as Associate Editor of Homes & Gardens magazine, Katherine relocated to Cornwall, where she continues to write while living with her family.