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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Fiona McCarthy

Painting, music, and birdsong – 'these are the things that give me strength and faith in the world' – the Dinosaur Designs founder on her passion for nature, art, and embracing life

Louise Olsen of Dinosaur designs sitting on a chair with some sculptural pieces on a table alongside .

This interview is part of the My Ritual series from Homes & Gardens, which explores the ways that leading tastemakers find calm and connection in their busy lives. Part of our wellbeing and sanctuary content, you'll find plenty of tips and nuggets of wisdom as well as product recommendations to help you create your own daily wellness rituals, for a healthy body and calm mind.

Color, nature, art, and adventure have always resonated at the heart of Louise Olsen’s work and life, as both a designer and painter of abstract art. Together with her husband Stephen Ormandy, Louise co-founded the jewellery and homewares business Dinosaur Designs.

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