My London Home Tour - mid-renovation in a 120 year-old flat

[@wranglergrrl]

I love this glow up for you and David. As someone who has watched you for a long, long time (when your videos were cool toned and you had a bit of platinum goth/industrial vibe) this new chapter proves how hard the two of you have worked to get to this point. It’s so impressive to see you remain true to yourself (especially with the changes and challenges in the social platform landscape) as you meet these personal milestones. 🎉🎉🎉

[@justdarija3890]

Monstera, rubber plant, fig tree are bulky, green and relevantly easy to care. I'm also imagining pothos with great potential to grow and occupy whole wall with its beautiful greens

[@karenbjerkseth1157]

Yes, please a room-by-room tour as they are completed!

[@nielalis6971]

I waited for this one! So happy for this new chapter - the space is absolutely stunning!

[@sarahwestmusic]

i LOOOV fig trees! they have gorgeous huge curvy leaves and are so hearty! beautiful presence they offer!! such an exciting video update! so looking forward to your full tour of when you move in and your as you go progress! you are both amazing!! sooo very precious!! so happy for you!

[@viola6562]

They aren't easy to care for, though😬

[@kallie_w]

The flat is looking AMAZING so far!! Please keep posting updates!!

[@magicmegi9278]

For a plant that grows huge, is aesthetically great and is so so simple to let live i'll suggest you the monstera. You have a great light in the living room so will grow fast ;)

[@CL-rh8ti]

i was also going to suggest monsterra. it’s a very easy-to-please monster and would love living next to those large windows.

[@reneesmith695]

Agree, monstera are virtually impossible to kill!❤️

[@alexandersarah245]

Agree

[@Welivebythesea]

I can add my agreement to this recommendation. They're great plants, so easy to care for and make a bold statement

[@carolinacarsolio5476]

Montera is good but look also to ZZ plants. Veeery easy to take care for and lovely glossy thick leaves

[@rosesofamerica]

Another good plant option is a white bird of paradise. Very easy to care for and beautiful!

[@kimw.5951]

For the big chunky plant, I would definitely choose a monstera deliciosa! They have those gorgeous giant leafs and they are super easy to care for. They will forgive alot of care mistakes and can get very big ☺️

[@valeriaparreira6664]

Yes. I agree monstera deliciosa big, beautiful and easy😊Fig plant are too temperamental

[@schneckirella]

Jenny, your home will be so stylish and cozy. I'm looking forward to the updates :) Plant: you could try ficus lyrata or a monstera. Both would like the light and their maintenance is quite low. A little water every 7-9 days.

[@jodpigbass5904]

Monstera for sure..... a plant that just keeps on giving ....

[@josefinasavarese8439]

For plants, begonia maculata grows very big! And it's quite stress resistant (mine managed to survive 1 year without being watered!) The leaves have polkadot so not very minimalist but they are a sturdy plant

[@acmulhern]

Plant idea: Benjamin fig. It's a beautiful tree and it's so easy to look after. It grows quite quickly, the branches can be cut to the shape that you want and it has these beautiful leaves. I am a plant killer, but this one thrives in my home.

[@annnikakask]

I would recommend a bird of paradise plant, I have one and it has doubled or even tripled in size in two years :) and looks great with nordic minimal interiors in my opinion.

[@JemmaLouiseSmith]

Couldn't agree more about the utility. I am planning a similar set-up for my reno!

[@oliviabrisvallrydqvist4061]

Flat looks amazing! And here are some plants to look up: - Monstera, either the most common green one, or the variegata or thai constellation of you want some patterns. - Philodendrons are also easy many of them, example: Florida, Florida Ghost, Pedatum, Squamiferum (climbers, grows upwards) or Black Cardinal, Prince of Orange, Xanadu (grows more flat). - Alocasia can grow big, but can be a little harder to care for though, example: Zebrina, Frydek, Wentii, Macrorrhiza

[@sailsouthpacific]

Everything looks beautiful. How exciting to see this renovation moving along. I would choose a fiddle-leaf fig (Ficus lyrata) plant. It is easy to care for and the very large, heavily veined, and glossy violin-shaped leaves look dramatic.

[@burningchristmastree23]

Plant-wise I‘d recommend a Ficus Lyrata or maybe a Ficus Elastica (generally, Ficus are easy to take care of and they can grow huge) or Monsteras are easy to keep and beautiful

[@juliejohnson-hunt7134]

I recommend a split leaf philodendron. I have 3, 1 i have had for more than 25 years. I love plants and green growing things. Philodendrons like water, can deal fine with neglect. They like sun or just a bright corner. They have beautiful ruffly leaves.

[@alexisstix3042]

Hey Jenny, I would go with a philodendron. There are several large varieties that are big statement plants and the easiest to care for from my experience. Hope this helps!

[@DianeLeifer]

So glad you're going American style with an official laundry room - woo hoo! May I suggest that you treat yourself to separate washer and dryer machines for your utility room? As an American who lived in London for 7 years, I cannot understand the washer/dryer combo that never dried the clothes! I too used to hang my clothes on the radiators in my flat - Ugh!

[@maroulio2067]

Love your ideas for your flat. We have a small 100 year old cottage in US. built in Victorian style. We gutted the bathroom (a 60's horrible reno), took out the tub and put a shower using the entire tub space- overhead shower and hand-held on the short wall. The shower walls are the white square tiles you are using in your kitchen backsplash, w. narrow black tile edging. Floor is a classic white w. black accent hexagon tiles. Most of our furniture is either Scottish or English antiques. Sounds like we have money, but actually we are low income and the house is only 700 square feet, but searching and patience worked for us.

[@jmsjms296]

Super tiny bathroom, where I would put the washing machine (not in the kitchen!).

[@kerrybrown115]

Yes please, all of the reno! Love seeing it all!

[@jaiyana73]

I would suggest a Bird of Paradise plant, the leaves are massive and the flower that blooms is gorgeous

[@marthahagen-black8820]

Depends on your light, but if you want a small tree- Ficus Benjamina or Arebequina Olive. Although it was trendy a few years ago- i don’t think plants should ever be considered trendy- the Ficus Lyrata is still great.

[@Caprese1212]

HAY does a cool wastebasket, I have their "Shade Bin" in "Off-White", good luck on the renovations! Excited to see it come together :)

[@tempest9172]

I've been waiting on this video for such a long time. Thank you both for bringing us along for this journey. Much love.

[@JennyMustard]

oh thaaaank you!!! hope you'll love the finished result! xx

[@MY93025]

I'm like you I hate ceiling lights with a passion. Not the look of them but the harsh overhead light gives me anxiety. If you can get something that will diffuse the light across the room. If you tolerate led you have plenty of options

[@analera999]

For years and years you 2 have been such an inspiration and now, more then ever I am avidely consuming your renovation content since we are in renovations too and of course the calm and edgy scandi style will be incorporated into our French countryside house! By the way, just pre-ordered your book, can't wait for it to be my summer reading this year! Can't wait to see what's next for the flat!

[@JennyMustard]

oh vavie thank you!!! this is just the sweetest comment ever, it made me really happy to read

[@a.-c.k.6484]

Please please do an in depth tour of all of the rooms❤❤❤

[@beitheleaf8221]

This progress vid was worth the wait! So exciting! ❤

[@jodpigbass5904]

Def more videos like this!!!!!!

[@alicec.6195]

Your home already looks great! I just moved into a building from the 1800 in Portsmouth and it is lovely. As an Architect I am fascinated by simple stuff like very thick walls , huge windows and high ceilings. I like reading Archdaily for architectural and design inspiration in general.

[@janicehickey5052]

A dehumidifier would be great for your utility room, laundry taken care of in no time 😊 love your renovation videos

[@susanbaldwin9050]

Yes please to lots of House Tours!!! 😊

[@Hannindrome]

Monstera can get massive and they’re really easy to look after

[@TheMennomilist]

First off, love your dress (not really used to seeing you in a color either)! I so agree about French doors. Those are really lovely. Everything you have planned sounds grand. There are some plants that need little water or sunlight but I don't know their names. I have plants in my home and know nothing about them. I just try to keep them alive. I'm all for restoring Victorian charm!! I love how you stated what you do and don't put on your grandma hahahaha. I've been trying to find new garbage cans that are not plastic, myself, and haven't really looked to into it. Hope you find the right one too.

[@Martuska80]

Bird of paradise plant would be a great idea if you want something big, I have one and I love it :)

[@PaintedSheeps]

I would reccomend a Fiddle-leaf fig, they are very sturdy and also grow tall. With their chunky leafes the looke minimalist but also a little funny;)

[@AB-sz1lq]

The new hardwood floors! 😍 I don't think you have Crate & Barrel in the UK, but their subsidiaries sell a lot of burr desks. Here are some: Crate & Barrel "Emerson Mappa Burl Desk," CB2 "Marisa Burl Wood Desk," Williams Sonoma "Holland Desk"

[@kimberlyjackson]

It's going to be gorgeous! Congratulations!!! I can't wait to see updates :)

[@sunil2suss]

Suggestion for bin in the toilet, we have from menu and very happy. Vipp2 also great I think

[@cornishsunflower963]

looking very good indeed! I would go for a Monstera deliciosa (Cheeseplant). They have beautiful sculptural leaves, are a lovely fresh shade of green, will get HUGE and are very easy to care for. I look forward to the 'after' tour. Good luck!

[@geertjehoogenboom2533]

peace lillies can get pretty big and they're basically impossible to kill; even if you overwater them, the worst that can happen is that their roots get lazy (plus the white matches your colour scheme)

[@michellehewson7634]

I would suggest a monstera or fiddle leaf fig. It looks like you have good light

[@annafieduna9588]

Your dress is such a vibe. Love it❤

[@sandralosik1360]

Plant suggestion: parlor palm. These are easy to maintain and grow in a variety of conditions.

[@Pltlsn97]

I've just finished renovating my apartment in Milan, even though I still have to wait for the kitchen countertop to arrive. My main inspo was you, Jenny! When it comes to furnishing, I'm a bit of a collector, so I usually tend to think more about the one single piece of furniture rather than the whole picture. My dream couch was so hard to find (at a decent price) but it was so worth it. Speaking of desk - do not settle for less!

[@JennyMustard]

oh this made me so happy to read, thank you!!! I'm sure your place looks wonderful :) Which sofa was is? so curious now hah! xx

[@juliahellmarkkillick5172]

For the plant I would recommend a Fremontodendron. They are perhaps a little more demanding than the most usual indoor plants but they are so stunning it might be worth developing green-tinged fingertips. They have beautiful yellow flowers and can be shaped into a tree or a bush depending on your preference. Just imagine the Japanese vibe of having a small tree covered in perfectly shaped flowers in your home ✨

[@cherylann8292]

Im lovin it! Yes please keep updating. I adore seeing all the beautiful decor changes✨

[@lydiakoutrouditsou8514]

You did the place justice! Amazing work, can't wait to see the final kitchen! For a plant, I think a large wonky dracaena marginata would go great with your personality and style, its timeless but has a weird look to it and very very sturdy!

[@kisskissnomnom]

Haven't you thought of having vintage looking sliding door for the balcony? Also, if your balcony is faced to the sunny side, I would probably put a dwarf lilac on the balcony.

[@penster6741]

Yup! Utility room is the best. So worth it!

[@regulartransport-user5340]

Plant suggestion: rubber tree. Indestructible. Full of leaves. Nice and full. Comes in many colours.

[@siaeva]

More interior design videos plz! :) x

[@BRoseCK]

Ok, 2 seconds in and blown away by your look! 😍

[@tam24g]

I think the mother in law tongue is a nice architectural plant with clean lines and easy to grow. I wanted to suggest for your desk… you might be able to go to a place that has wood for custom woodworkers, and buy a rectangular slab of burl wood, then have someone finish it and put legs on it. I did something similar and bought a live edge slice of maple, and I’m putting low block legs on it so that it’s in the style of a low Japanese bench. It will cost me under $200 total doing the finishing and legs myself; for a five foot long bench.

[@MB-yb3lh]

Big YES to interior design videos! ❤

[@wenDesigner]

Yes, to home design updates! ❤

[@bywint._]

Congratulations on this new flat milestone! I have missed those flat tours ever since you moved out of Berlin - I'm patiently waiting for the fully furnished tour :) Columbia road market is probably a good place to see optional plants, while trying to not be squashed by the crowd haha. For a big one, Monstera does come to mind. Best of luck Jenny and David!

[@annafieduna9588]

I love your design choices and can’t wait to see the result. I love your interiors videos. Keep them coming. I’m looking up some of your references.

[@vampcess5147]

Facebook Market place is a great one for vintage stuff. You will have to put your area of London in so it's local to you

[@Sirajukihime]

Please, please, please do a London vintage furniture shopping/ flea market video!! 🙏🏻I am moving to London in June and I will also be on the hunt for cool vintage items. 😎

[@aloe9179]

A parlour palm plant would be amazing 😁 they remind me of the 1920s and give me that end of the Victorian/art nouveau feeling !

[@Bee-qm7rd]

Would be great to hear all about it in a podcast episode ;)

[@tashawaters89]

I go to you for inspiration, Jenny!

[@freyalivkurschner320]

"Blomus" makes bins that look similar to the zone denmark one

[@TS-tv2ik]

My darling!! I LOVE your dress and we are 🌷 sisters! I adore you, Jenny! 😘 from 🇺🇸!

[@mariaferreira7647]

So happy for you both, you’re a huge inspiration, I’ve order your book can’t wait to read it, good luck with your home, looks like it’s gonna be an awesome beautiful place to live, look after yourselves 🥰🥰🥰

[@lindsaygarland504]

Large leaf philodendrons are easy to care for... Water once a month or so.

[@winterburden]

Thanks Jenny Mustard!

[@mja2929]

so lovely! please do more interior design videos 🤍

[@auntylainey5569]

Exciting ! may I ask where your dress is from please x

[@agustina0110]

a cool banana plant or monstera !

[@pelotacio]

Big plant? Ficus! What about sliding doors for the balcony?

[@fishnsyd]

Get a schefflera! The big versions look like trees

[@christi6934]

Am an avid reader, your book seems like one I might like so I've added it to my list and hope it will appear on Storytel one day😊

[@berlinorama]

Ooh, a laundry room! Quel luxe;-))

[@Olivia-bs4wf]

I would consider a large monstera plant :)

[@gaiabertulli2221]

where does this cute green dress from?

[@janemackrell3733]

How about a Vipp pedal bin?

[@Victoria-p3g]

Looks amazing! Jenny, which nice areas of London would you recommend to live in (with moderate housing/rent prices)? Thank you :)

[@chrisalexis4880]

Suggesting a big euphorbia cactus 🌵

[@rinainlondon8]

very lovely

[@marieluise6907]

Engagement 🤍🤍🤍

[@jodpigbass5904]

Have you looked at skinflint??

[@jffpviana]

A monstera!

[@dafi4906]

I wonder If The OK Days will be available in Turkey too?? 🤔🤔🤔

[@kaseyd2452]

I have learned plants die when you show love with water. Plants thrive off neglect 😆

[@elsacouto209]

I would like you to talk about the colour season non sense. Are we forbidden to use some colour and wear others?

[@froufou100]

Get a fake fig tree, many that looks so real nowadays

[@TheFigurehead]

You're becoming English, standard white square tiles, had them in my bathroom and kitchen for years, wouldn't go for anything else.

[@shilpa8042]

❤