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Editor in chief Patrícia Pinho
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Paris Correspondent Alonso Calher
Art Director Sofia Silva Art Editor Micael Carvalho Senior Designer Carina de Sá
UK Correspondent Diogo Patrício Fashion Editor Ângelo Gomes Publisher
Redactorial team Carina Sá Cesária Castro Christina Gachak Elisabete Silva Joana Reis Joana Silva Juliana Tavares Maria Medeiros Maria Tarrinha Micael Carvalho Rita Alves Ruben Brochado Salomé Peixoto Sara Meneses Sofia Silva
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CONTENTS APRIL. / MAY. 2016
TREND FILE 018 Trend file by Ralph Pucci NEWS & TRENDS 020 News & Trends Worldwilde 022 Spring Trends 2016: Covetable Objects 024 Spring trends: Discover Jardin D’Eden 024 Collectionby Marcel Wanders 027 Milan Design Week 2016 028 Miyabi Casa Sophisticated Elegance 030 Memoir 032 Covet Apartment in Oporto
COVER PROJECT Rue Monsieur Paris by Marjan Denkov
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW 034 with David Rockwell 038 with Martyn Lawrence Bullard 042 with Mary McDonald 050 with Christopher Coleman 054 with Jay Jeffers 066 Pierre Yovanovitc 068 with Diogo Carvalho PROJECTS 046 Meyer Davis 056 L’appartement by Rue Monsieur Paris 062 La Dolce Vita in Blue by Jorge Cñete BOOKS WE COVET 072 Axel Vervoordt. A story of a Style 074 Louis Vuitton Windows by Vanessa Friedman INSPIRATIONS 076 Kids room ideas we covet 080 Top 25 Wall lamps DESIGN GALLERIST 084 Rare & Unique products STYLE ICONS 088 Elizabeth Taylor
Céline fall/winter 2016 collection
Fantastic animals of Design by Bosa
Symphony by Boca do Lobo
Christopher Coleman interior design, Living room
HOTELS WE COVET 090 Grandhotel Hessicher Hof 092 Chicago’s Trump Towers 096 Le Regent Petite France 100 Clarance Hotel Lille 104 Grand Hyatt Hotel Hong Kong 108 Le Saint-James 112 Villa La Tosca 116 The Miami Beach Edition WORLD’S FINEST RESTAURANTS 120 At La Grande Maison Bordeaux - Joel Robuchon FASHION 124 Fashion Weeks F/W 2016:The undesputed highlights 126 News& Trends in Fashion 128 From Fashion to Interiors
Project by Julia Danilova
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EDITOR’S LETTER
It’s been a year since we launched CovetED Magazine and what a magnificent journey it has been! When I was asked to start this project, I could not imagine the success we would have after only one year and now, as I assume the position of editor in chief, I could not be more proud of CovetED. It was a year filled with travelling around the world, and quite simply, experiencing the best design has to offer. We were at the best Hotels, Events and even Fashion weeks, and fortunate to enter the exclusive world of the best interior designers, from Kelly Hoppen to Jean-Louis Deniot. We were in Asia, America and Europe, only to bring you the best news and collectible articles on the universe of Luxury & Design. Thank you for celebrating Design with us, most of you from the very beginning. This issue is the best one so far. With a new approach on graphic design and a diverse range of contents, we invite you to enter yet another journey with us as crossed France to meet Chef Robuchon in Bordeaux as well as other magnificent Chefs and Hoteliers,
Patrícia Pinho Editor in chief
and then heading to the United States to catch up with David Rockwell, Martyn Lawrence, and many others. and Germany in one turn of a page. On return to Europe towards the end of the journey, we proudly participated in our first January edition of Maison & Objet, Paris, one of most renowned Design Events in the world, where we got the chance to interview Top Designer Marcel Wanders and the emerging talent Diogo Carvalho. We also entered some of the most beautiful interior design projects of the moment, from Jorge Canete, Rue Monsieur Paris and Julia Danilova. Spending time with the industry’s best brought us the inspiration we share with you in this publication. Our mission for our second year of existence remains the same: to travel all around the world to bring you the best the world of Luxury & Design has to offer. As a group of designers ourselves, we find that our magazine’s curated selection of projects and pieces is continuously improving, as our search for inspiration also rises in quality. This is our goal: to celebrate design with the people we meet worldwide and of course, with you, our faithful reader. Thank you for this wonderful year. You were a part of it too! And we hope to continue growing our wonderful family. EDITOR IN CHIEF
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TANTALISING TREATS FOR SPECIAL PEOPLE WITH THE HIGHEST STANDARDS Whether to mark a special occasion or just a timeless memory, it’s difficult to curb the appetite for luxury of those who have a refined taste. Discover a curated gift selection from the world’s leading designer brands, from fashion, accessories, technology, to champagne and safes. T antalising treats for demanding people, or just design enthusiasts, suitable for a wide variety of interests; yet sharing the appreciation for quality, craftsmanship, legacy, design, and exclusivity for those who are used to the best things in life. Just make sure special people win the next round by giving them a memory that measures the effectiveness of their swing.
AQUANAUT WATCH BY PATEK PHILIPPE The luxury brand celebrated this year the 20th anniversary of one of its modern icons, the Aquanut. The first men’s Aquanaut wristwatch in 18K white gold dial. With a warmer blue hue, it gets darker to a subtly graduated black toward the outsider
DOM PÉRIGNON ROSÉ BY MOËT ET CHANDON From the largest Champagne house in France, Moët et Chandon, only 10 bottles were designed by the renowned Hollywood director David Lynch. The vintage rosé has floral, orange-peel, and dried-fruit aromas and reveals a fullness of texture coupled with a balanced structure that is clear-cut to the taste.
EYE-TRUNK IPHONE CASE BY LOUIS VUITTON French luxury house has launched Eye-Trunk for iPhone 7 Plus and it can come in precious Golden Crocodile leather. Designed to pay tribute to the company’s origins as a trunk designer, the selection includes a classic Monogram canvas, a Monogram Reverse canvas, a Monogram Eclipse canvas. A case to bring glamour on daily basis.
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VIKINGS, PEN OF THE YEAR 2017, BY GRAF VON FABER-CASTELL Luxury Bed Maker Savoir launched the ‘B’ bed, its latest collaboration with product designer and Creative Director of Christian Lacroix, Sacha Walckhoff. Walckhoff ’s taste for extravagance and flair is masterfully translated into his haute couture design and brought to life by Savoir’s master artisans. Celebrated for his theatrical style and use of intricate detail, Walckhoff took over the reins of Christian Lacroix in 2009.
MILLIONAIRE JEWELLERY SAFE BY BOCA DO LOBO Treasures may come in many forms: money, books, cigars, wine, perfumes, diamonds and this is the perfect place to keep deepest secrets secure. Millionaire safe integrates watch winders and its made with polished brass and nickel plated details. An iconic and contemporary piece handmade with the highest standards.
PANTHÈRE RING BY CARTIER PEGASE LEGERE SUITCASE BY LOUIS VUITTON
A truly wild animal, the Panther is more than a mere symbol for Cartier. Panthère de Cartier ring in incredible 18K pink gold, set with 137 brilliantcut diamonds totalling 1.15 carats, emeralds, onyx. The lust of the eyes.
A piece of luggage inspired by the iconic Pégase and it features creative director Nicolas Ghesquiere’s playful take on classic hotel stickers. Light and luxurious, it includes a modernized design with increased volume and lighter lining. Sleek and chic, it is the perfect travel accessory for the jet setter with classic style.
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DESIGN BY APPLE IN CALIFORNIA COFFEE TABLE BOOK BY APPLE It’s finished in 22k rose gold, for one, and more importantly, it’s the most powerful compact speaker Devialet has ever created. Like its predecessors, the Gold Phantom’s vibrations make for a vibrant visual experience — and produce audio with zero distortion, zero saturation and zero background noise.
JEFFREY’S BAY SURFBOARD BY ELIZABETH WEINSTOCK A handcrafted Exotic Snakeskin surfboard that will add striking style to any home or work place. For surf enthusiasts or just appreciators of the California beach vibe, this is the ultimate luxury objet d’art.
DEVIALET GOLD PHANTOM SPEAKER BY DEVIALET It’s finished in 22k rose gold, for one, and more importantly, it’s the most powerful compact speaker Devialet has ever created. Like its predecessors, the Gold Phantom’s vibrations make for a vibrant visual experience — and produce audio with zero distortion, zero saturation and zero background noise.
HOMERUN BASEBALL GLOVE BY HERMÈS An American classic handmade by the French fashion house Hermès, this baseball mitt is constructed of hand-stitched gold swift calfskin and it takes 25 hours to finish. An incredible gift for sports’ fans yet with sophisticated taste.
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High-End Furniture Meets Contemporary Art A cultural fusion
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“BRABBU & VELVENOIR joined forces in an international partnership with the fundamental goal of disseminating the importance of contemporary art within the design industry.”
The world of high-end interior design is about to be transformed by combining it with contemporary art. It is an innovative cultural fusion that brings together BRABBU, a high-end furniture design brand that reflects an intense way of living with VELVENOIR, an international art consultancy and gallery that works with a global network of art experts on various hospitality, commercial and residential projects. Together both firms are taking contemporary art out of the white cube space and placing it into high-end interior design concepts to allow collectors and clients to experience art and design in a one-of-a-kind symbiosis. BRABBU & VELVENOIR joined forces in an international partnership with the fundamental goal of disseminating the importance of contemporary art within the design industry.To show the world how it all comes together, we’ve designed the first Art x Interior - Ambiances which embody the most beautiful and delicate features of both an international array of museum standard established and emerging artists, such Chen Ping, Mark Perlman and Ivan Marchuk in a combination with a sophisticated design concept and furniture crafted by the BRABBU team such as Vellum, Maya or Sequoia designs. All Lifestyle Images combine fierceness and elegance through the techniques used in the artworks and the bold design of each piece. Together they make a statement and allow an innovative and extraordinary experience and perception of interior design and art themselves. The recognition of the value and benefit of this new Art x Interior concept, will come to life at Maison & Objet Paris in September.
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“Through this collaboration, we are now able to offer clients our diverse art portfolio directly through our international interior design partners. The curated selection of art placed within the design concept invites clients to experience contemporary art in a completely new way. For me, it was essential to collaborate with strong partners, who truly understand the power of contemporary art in design as well as to push the boundaries on how clients experience art.� - Alexandra Schafer, Managing Director VELVENOIR The core behind this international collaboration is that it offers a wideranging, in-depth knowledge on art and design, with the awareness of the strong power art has on the ambience, sophistication and personality of a well-designed interior. Therefore, BRABBU offers in-house art consultancy for their international clients together with the international experts from the VELVENOIR Network. VELVENOIR assists the entire team with regards to the art on any residential, commercial or hospitality project. A designed piece of furniture by BRABBU is much more than a high-end product. Each one, carefully designed, tells a story and transforms the space into a unique atmosphere. Every design embodies fierceness and a powerful sense of refinement. It leads people to a comfortable yet intense way of living. An artwork is unique, something special, a masterpiece of an artist who dedicated his life to this profession, building his career within the art market as well as using various techniques, to make each piece, one of a kind. The artwork suggested by the independent art consultants from VELVENOIR adds character to the space and allows a personal and meaningful experience of elegance and sophistication. This is the start of a new artistic sense and perception of interior design, which is all about providing elegant and unique experiences, bringing together the sophistication of interior design and contemporary art with international expertise, which as a result offers international clients everything from one source.
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“The show’s ‘Talks with 100% Design’ presents an agenda-setting programme that explores trends in contemporary practice as well as the future of design, while a second programme focusing on professional development takes place in The Forum.”
100% Design is currently the UK's largest trade show for architects and designers and it is returning to Olympia, London from 2023 September for its twenty-third edition. The show welcomes hundreds of exhibitors and more than 27,000 visitors to the burgeoning design district of West Kensington, over four days, as the foundation event of the London Design Festival, helping to foster relationships between some of the world’s biggest architects, designers, specifiers, retailers and developers. Each year, 100% Design adopts a theme, which is reflected across its installations, features, talks, programmes and show design. Overseeing the implementation of the theme across these areas is newly appointed Content Editor, Max Fraser, a leading design journalist. For the 2017 edition, the chosen theme is Elements, which encompasses everything from the fundamentals of design to the component parts that make up a product, the materials used to the stories and processes of development. The show’s ‘Talks with 100% Design’ presents an agenda-setting programme that explores trends in contemporary practice as well as the future of design, while a second programme focusing on
professional development takes place in The Forum. For this year’s edition, the show will host Dealer Day, a professional programme of networking, seminars and talks for this influential design community. With the latest UK product launched from an array of brands and designers, 100% Design occupies a crucial place in the commercial heart of design in the country. With five distinct sections: Interiors, Workplace, Kitchens & Bathrooms, Design & Build and Emerging Brands, 100% Design is unique in its cross-sector appeal to design professionals. Interiors is the longest running section at 100% Design, presenting prestigious international brands with products ranging from furniture and lighting to fabrics and accessories. Mid-century and art deco-inspired designs are prominent in this section this year, with brands such as Mambo Unlimited, Due and Mullan Lighting, who will launch a new range of lights for hotels at the show. Lastly, Design London will return for the second time where a carefully selected group of brands showcase the very best in high-quality design, detail and craftsmanship, with each company contributing to London's reputation as the design capital of the world.
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BOUTIQUE DESIGN NEW YORK, USA
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“This year, BDNY will expand to 125,000 square feet of exhibit space, with more than 700 manufacturers and marketers of furniture, fixtures, lighting, seating, wall coverings, accessories and other design elements for hospitality interiors.” Boutique Design New York (BDNY) is a fast-growing trade fair and conference that draws around 7,800 hospitality designers, architects, purchasing executives, owners and operators. The event is to be held from 12-13 November, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center for two days. Now in its eighth year, BDNY has been collecting a double-digit growth each year since its 2010 inception, garnering recognition in Trade Show Executive (TSE) magazine’s annual ranking of the 50 Fastest-Growing Shows for four consecutive years. This year, BDNY will expand to 125,000 square feet of exhibit space, with more than 700 manufacturers and marketers of furniture, fixtures, lighting, seating, wall coverings, accessories and other design elements for hospitality interiors. An estimated 7,800 hospitality design professionals from the eastern United States, Canada and Europe are expected to attend BDNY, including interior designers, architects and purchasing executives as well as hospitality owners and operators. Held concurrently with HX: The Hotel Experience, the BDNY trade fair combines inventive elements for hospitality interiors with signature educational and social events; NYC design tours; unique, on-floor Designed Spaces created by leading hospitality design firms; and an extensive conference program with CEU sessions, hands-on demos and interactive discussions with industry innovators. BDNY is produced by Hospitality Media Group LLC (HMG) in association with the Boutique & Lifestyle Lodging Association (BLLA); the International Society of Hospitality Purchasers (ISHP); the Hospitality Industry Network (NEWH); and the International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC). HMG is a privately held company serving the global hospitality and related industries and specialising in trade fairs, conferences and event management and development. Events in the HMG portfolio include BDNY; BDwest; management of HX: The Hotel Experience; Boutique Design Forums; Boutique 18; Senior Lifestyle Design Match; and production of the Gold Key Awards for Excellence in Hospitality Design.
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BIG BOYS TOYS DUBAI, USA
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“ It is purely destined to women’s luxury lifestyle and thus it provides a series of unrivalled experiences that have, first and foremost, a women’s needs at heart.” Big Boys Toys is regarded as the premier innovation and luxury lifestyle exhibition in the Middle East, and its upcoming 8th edition is bound to surprise its visitors with the latest and most exceptional products across 13 categories, including digital, marine lifestyle, fashion, aviation, kid’s world, wellness, arts, pets, and much more. These products are conceived by a remarkable roster of the most ingenious manufacturers and creators from all around the world.
Moreover, the event also highlights a cluster of enticing features, including a BBT Supercar Drive Test, which consists in enjoying a once in a lifetime adventure driving an exclusive range of supercars, from Ferraris to Lamborghinis. BBT Style Icon comprises a competition that selects the most sophisticated and stylish visitors and a limited Club Royale that allows one to enter an imperial and luxurious area for 5-star hosting and networking opportunities. In addition, adjacent to Big Boys Toys, one can find a highly curated area dedicated exclusively to women’s products dubbed as Woman’s World. This massive new exhibition was added to the already phenomenal BBT in 2016. It is purely destined to women’s luxury lifestyle and thus it provides a series of unrivalled experiences that have, first and foremost, a women’s needs at heart. Ranging from a wide range of sectors in the luxury segment, visitors will be able to explore this area and find the most luxurious exhibits and newest additions to the world of fashion, wellness, lifestyle, shopping, travel, beauty, interiors, jewellery, finance, art and antiques, and countless others. Consequently, it becomes the idyllic platform to unveil products and services, getting advice from experts as well as meeting local, regional and international brands and retailers.
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DESIGN JUNCTION LONDON, UK
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“Dedicated to the world’s most iconic audience comprised of architects, interior designers, retailers, and media, designjunction is a place where all industry professionals and enthusiasts can meet, do business and be inspired by each other.” The leading design exhibition for contemporary interior design and culture, designjunction is set to return to the outstanding King’s Cross area from 21-24 September for this year’s London Design Festival. According to Deborah Spencer, the managing director, the 2016 edition was one of the most ambitious and exciting shows, presenting more than 200 exhibiting brands and attracted 27,000 visitors. Following this success, the event will be expanding across new King’s Cross locations for its flagship London show. Dedicated to the world’s most iconic audience comprised of architects, interior designers, retailers, and media, designjunction is a place where all industry professionals and enthusiasts can meet, do business and be inspired by each other. The flagship event will take place across five destinations: Cubitt House and Cubitt Park, The Canopy, Granary Square and The Crossing. A great amalgamation of international furniture, lighting, accessory and technology brands will be showcasing their pieces and projects. These spaces will also highlight pop-up shops, installations and interactive features. One of the main projects that will headline the Granary Square will be a new collaboration with Renault UK. The renowned car manufacturer will demonstrate their design philosophy in a unique and playful way, creating a mesmeric experience that follows the concept ‘Beautiful Life’. Moreover, Turkishceramics will produce an installation in the central fountain in celebration of the rich history of ceramics in Turkey.
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Cubitt House and Cubitt Park will present a stellar line-up of international design brands including Lammhults, Design House Stockholm, Friends and Founders, Fredericia, Icons of Denmark alongside Channels, LSA, Decode, Another Country and Very Good & Proper. The decorative lighting section, Lightjunction will come back this year with a curated selection of leading global lighting firms. Since its inception, lightjunction has attracted world-class brands including Artemide, DCW Èditions, FontanaArte, Marset, Northern Lighting, Örsjö and Slamp. Designjunction has joined forces with design-led watch brand Rado that will be launching the very first UK edition of the Rado Star Prize design competition which targets emerging British designers that work within the interior, industrial and technology design industries, ending in a spectacular exhibition as well as an awards ceremony at the show. Moreover, visitors can expect original talks programme at The Office Group in King’s Cross. This space was conceived by Wels Mackereth and Studio Downie Architects. A series of engaging presentations and demonstrations regarding 21stcentury design will be hosted.
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DOWNTOWN DESIGN DUBAI, USA
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“Downtown Design is the sole platform in the entire Middle East that is dedicated for the region’s trade professionals to find the best highquality and most innovating designs from all over the world.” Located in the heart of the Middle East, the prestigious and impressive Dubaian show Downtown Design is organised under the sponsorship of Vice Chairman of the Dubai Culture & Arts Author and Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The fair is owned and managed by the Art Dubai LLC, a joint venture company between the DIFC and Middle East Fairs Ltd. This year’s edition is scheduled to take place from the 14th to 17th November which will be a chief element of the Dubai Design Week.
Downtown Design is the sole platform in the entire Middle East that is dedicated for the region’s trade professionals to find the best high-quality and most innovating designs from all over the world “The rapidly evolving landscape of the Middle East brings a world of opportunity for international design brands to meet the leading buyers of the region.” For its 5th edition, the fair will be occurring at the Dubai Design District where it will highlight a carefully curated selection of the most ingenious emerging brands that are specialised in a wide variety of product categories, from furniture to lighting, to textiles and accessories. In other words, Downtown Design is the perfect stage to interact, to connect and to do business. Through a dynamic and efficient environment, buyers and brands are able to seek extraordinary opportunities, after all, design adds value to life. At the esteemed fair, design enthusiast can expect a cluster of renowned brands and references to headline the event, including the likes of Fendi Casa, B&B Italia, Vondom, Bacarrat, L’Objet, Interiors LLC, Kettal, Lladro, Minotti, among countless other compelling brands. Returning to the event is the Buyers Programme which will provide a dynamic platform for pre-qualified trade professionals to discover new brands alongside some of the world’s most established while offering the opportunity for industry learning and peer-to-peer networking.
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MAISON&OBJECT PARIS, FRANCE
“In September 2017, François Bernard will take over the Inspirations Space to present a selection of objects by exhibiting brands as well as the Bookshop-Café that will present a space defined by soft tones of almond and Linden greens evoking a perfect garden-like setting. ”
The September edition of the esteemed furniture fair, Maison et Objet Paris is scheduled to happen from 8-12 in Paris Nord Villepinte. The theme selected for this edition is Comfort Zone, which resulted from the year-round collective work of members of the M&O Observatory. In September 2017, François Bernard will take over the Inspirations Space to present a selection of objects by exhibiting brands as well as the Bookshop-Café that will present a space defined by soft tones of almond and Linden greens evoking a perfect garden-like setting. It will also showcase a wide variety of sources that illustrate the theme. Furthermore, the Inspirations Books will demonstrate the theme from countless forward-looking perspectives, while the Conference Space will provide an opportunity to further explore the notion of Comfort with a five-day programme of debates on current related trends. The coordinator of the M&O Observatory and Editor-in-Chief of the inspirations book, Marie-Jo Malait, explained the essence of the theme, "To satisfy our yearning for rest and quiet, shapes become rounder, more enveloping. They wrap us up in a protective and comforting cocoon. Funnylooking cushions on legs replace chairs and provide the perfect place to sit and relax. Soft materials are everywhere and contribute to our well-being,” she continued by saying, “Both warm and casual,
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contemporary comfort meets comforting design. 100% feel good lifestyle.”This year, the Inspirations Space went through some modifications seeing that the organisers expressed the desire of opting for a more pragmatic approach in regards to the layout of the fair in order to optimise the ultimate visitor experience. It became a sort of insightful preamble bound to make the visitors’ journey more practical and easy. François Bernard devised a game comprised of an illustrated alphabetical exhibition around the notion of comfort, using exhibitors’ products. One of the highlights of this edition will be armchairs showcasing increasingly enveloping shapes, including the noteworthy MarieChristine Dorner’s Cover for Cinna or the stunning Nuvola 09 by Paola Navone for Gervasoni. Visitors can also count with a series of humorous design, while still not losing the concept of comfort, such as the AP Collection chair which is covered with dozens of stuffed animals. Softer lines have come to replace right angles regarding the main trends to be seen at the prestigious exhibition. Seating has taken on organic shapes and pod-inspired designs, just take, for example, the Beatnik chair by Donar that contradicts the linear furniture trend that has been seen as of recent years. The Inspirations Space will accurately translate the nature of Maison
et Objet by combining cutting-edge technology with artisanal elements, thus showing M&O’s sense of diversity and openness. To this date, Maison&Objet Paris is still regarded as an exceptional event that starts conversations and to research, offering the necessary material to reflect changes in taste, aesthetics, habits, which is quite telling about our past, present and future society.
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SLEEP EVENT LONDON, UK
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“How do you create amazing experiences that connect with customers emotionally and plant enduring memories, converting them into fans who want to tag themselves, ‘check-in’ and share with others? We are excited to share with the Sleep community how hotel brands need to design communications, environments and interactions that deliver beyond the functional, leaving lasting memories in customers’ hearts and minds and inspiring them to recommend and relive the experience.” - Helen Bywater-Smith, Director in Customer Experience, Ipsos Loyalty. Europe’s Hotel Design and Development Event, Sleep returns for 2017 with the provocative theme “Loyalty: Lessons in Love” shaping the direction of the two-day event on 21-22 November at the Business Design Centre in London. Last year attendance surged to over 4,700. This year sees a new twist thanks to a unique collaboration with Ipsos Loyalty, the global leader in customer experience, satisfaction and loyalty research, which is helping deliver a narrative that so many are starting to discuss. The annual Sleep Set competition sees leading international design practices bringing the theme to life. Each team will develop a guest room, exploring how design contributes to the more emotive and elusive ingredients for successful hotels, guest retention, relationships and advocacy, proposing a guest experience so meaningful that loyalty becomes love. This year, Sleep Set is supported by Kohler and will be collaborating with the four design teams to push the boundaries in their interpretation of the theme. Visitors will be able to hear the designers make their case before a panel of judges in a conference session on Day One, followed by the announcement of the winner of the Sleep Set competition in the afternoon of Day Two. Vince Stroop, Principal of Stonehill & Taylor, explains why participating in a European design show matters, “I am a strong believer in the global exchange of ideas and the international creative process,” he says, “it is an honour to participate in this year’s Sleep Set and help demonstrate that the design community will always be committed to new ways of smart thinking and embracing progress.”
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YECLA FURNITURE FAIR YECLA, SPAIN
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The premier and most prestigious furniture fair in Spain, Feria Del Mueble Yecla is set to occur from the 25th to the 28th of September. Inmaculada Hernandez serves as the director of the successful event, which expects more than 4000 exhibitors from all the parts of the world, including France, the Czech Republic, Romania, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Mexico and Taiwan. For the past three years, the prominent fair has had as its protagonist the premium showcase Channel Contract. Celebrated for 56 years, Yecla is the oldest furniture fair organised in Spain that has never stopped being celebrated, and for a reason. The Traditional source of income of the municipality was wine and, due to a plague, a good part of the vines was destroyed, something that affected not only the farmers and winemakers but also the auxiliary industry. As a result, several carpenters and cabinet makers started making furniture and found out that the best way to achieve their goals was to commence a fair. Another delicate moment in the history of Yecla was the economic crisis which affected nearly everyone at the end of the last decade. In addition, there was also an increase of competition which compelled the organisers to find new ways of relaunching and renovating. From this was born the contract that changed everything and allowed the firm to steadily grow more and more each year. The furniture fair makes sure to establish a particularly close collaboration with prominent institutions, such as the Promotion of the Region of Murcia, which together they consolidate the bilateral meetings between international prescribers and exhibitors. The representatives of the fair assure that everything is executed perfectly in advance and that those who are meant to occupy the stands of the two exhibition areas, habitat and contract, have been confirmed. Year after year, the interest of furniture professionals, merchants and prescribers increases, making Yecla a worthy reference within the industry. In regards to parallel events, the “Interior Show Yecla” is a continuing event that focuses on showcasing the high-quality productions of its exhibitors, even after the daily closing of the main exhibition. To this end, an emblematic place of the city of Yecla is chosen and through a very special assembly, they create a show directed to the prescribers of the contract channel. Renowned for taking the meaning of design to a new dimension, the company BIMBAMBUM is responsible for the development of this activity which happens outdoors. Each season, Yecla allows exhibitors to innovate by creating the most avant-garde and high-quality designs. This has been one of the most positive factors for the fruition of the event. While the Habitat area remains a vital feature, the Channel contract has gained distinction within the event, becoming a focal point that is aimed at the corporate and institutional client whose exhibitors display outstanding projects. This is the reason why Yecla is perceived to be at the vanguard of design.
“Another delicate moment in the history of Yecla was the economic crisis which affected nearly everyone at the end of the last decade. In addition, there was also an increase of competition which compelled the organisers to find new ways of relaunching and renovating.”
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COVET HOUSE LONDON, UK
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“The exclusive Covet London also offers Finishes samples, such as woods, lacquerers, glasses, mirrors, metals, ceramics, alongside a wide variety of fabrics.” Looked upon as “ the private house of design”, Covet London is a flat located in the heart of Chelsea, London, just five minutes away from the Chelsea Design Centre, that offers an intimate and authentic design experience. Acting as an exclusive content for interior designers, here, industry professionals can find an avid support to develop or conclude their projects as well as finding stunning statement pieces and true art works that will help one give the final touches to their projects. Basically, Covet London is a wonderful celebration amongst friends. Conceived with different collections of furniture, lighting and accessories, which are constantly being updated to showcase Covet London’s diverse essence, this show flat is a source of inspirations where guests can take a private tour and find out the amazing stories behind each curated design. Highly trained designers are waiting to tell every detail of each exclusive luxury furniture brands, including, Boca do Lobo, Essential Home, Brabbu, Luxxu and DelightFULL. In addition, these attentive designers are proficient in answering any design question one may have as well as helping you finish a project by giving a few suggestions. The house was recently remodelled with a new environment to present Covet House’s Spring/Summer 2017 collection. Combining an intense and romantic spring collection with an exotic and mysterious summer portfolio, Covet London has the ultimate design inspirations in a new, improved and welcoming setting, composed of the most astonishing and unique furniture pieces that reflect these seasons. It almost feels like an interior design guide that has taken a physical presence. The renewed flat features a series of enticing and luxurious pieces, including the Niku Floor Lamp and Oreas Sofa by Brabbu, the Lapiaz sideboard and the Fortuna Dining Table by Boca do Lobo, the Monocles Cabinet, the Diamond Mirror and the Russell Armchair from Essential Home, the Coltrane Table Lamp, the Galliano wall lamp and the Sinatra Floor Lamp by DelightFULL, the Beyond Console and Empire Mirror from Luxxu, and much more. The exclusive Covet London also offers Finishes samples, such as woods, lacquerers, glasses, mirrors, metals, ceramics, alongside a wide variety of fabrics. Overall, Covet London is a space where you can associate work to a moment of celebrating design with friends.
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LLANDRÓ
NEW YORK, USA
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“The modern interior design brand finds inspiration in different cultures around the world, resulting in pieces with bold colours and strong statements.” Most recently, the Portuguese high-end furniture brand BRABBU closed a new partnership with the Spanish porcelain brand Lladró, in New York City. The Spanish showroom, right in the heart of Manhattan, underwent a renovation and BRABBU was the obvious choice for a design inspired ambience. Located at 979 Third Ave., in Decoration & Design Building, BRABBU’s most iconic pieces are carefully displayed in beautiful sets. The modern interior design brand finds inspiration in different cultures around the world, resulting in pieces with bold colours and strong statements. In the showroom, one can find Bourbon Dining Chair blending perfectly together with a lively nature inspired wall covering. Going further in the exhibition, there is Hermes sofa breaking interior design boundaries with its beautiful lines and Maya Armchair, a unique design piece with sensual and delicate forms. Earlier this year, Lladró was the official sponsor of NYCxDesign Awards presenting The Guest, a platform for artists from different disciplines to collaborate with the brand. The Spanish producer of charming figurines has been growing worldwide since the nineties, when it first opened a store in Beverly Hills, California. Always in a constant transformation, Lladró keeps on improving itself in its new classics, featuring bright colours, original shapes and innovative textures. It is now easy to understand why the two brands combined forces to celebrate design.
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