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Twist and shout! Focus on carpets

A week in the life of Joanna Barr

JULY 2013

What’s trending in wall coverings?

Staircase style guide

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Welcome to the July issue of in.Design magazine!

After recovering from the May Design series and a fantastic Clerkenwell Design Week, we’re now looking forward to the next tranche of shows with our previews for 100% Design, the Manchester Furniture show, and designjunction.

Following the success of their annual conference in June, the BiiD are also eagerly awaiting september as they announce their support for the London Design Festival. They have also unveiled their Private Tour series, part of their CPD programme, and an animated video short that will demonstrate the benefits of their Professional Pathway.

Our Week in the Life this month features the talented Joanna Barr of Ham interiors, and in in.Brief gregor Jackson of gpstudio describes how they re-designed the jewellery and watch departments of Aprey’s, in this fantastic new Bond street store.

And what’s trending? We speak to the experts to look at what carpets residential clients are choosing, the increased use of wall tiles – now breaking away from kitchens and bathrooms – and the importance of the staircase as a featured design element.

Did i speak too soon last month about enjoying the sun? Many apologies for that, i’ll see what i can do for July!

Hope you have a great month.

Juliet Davies editor editor@indesignmagazine.co.uk

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Plan your visit to this third edition of designjunction

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Get ready for September’s 100% design

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Look north! A preview of the Manchester Furniture Show

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The Biid announces its support for London design Festival

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Private Tour series unveiled as part of Biid’s CPd programme

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An animated video short launches the Biid’s Professional Pathway

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Joanna Barr of Ham interiors describes a great seven days

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Why carpets will never be out of fashion

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Tread softly: a new dimension to going ‘up the wooden hill’

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A look at why wall tiles are taking over the house

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Gregor Jackson of gpstudio describes their work with Asprey

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designjunction Event Preview The critically acclaimed designjunction is set to present the third edition of its flagship London design show from the 18th to 22nd September during the London Design Festival

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esignjunction is a showcase for the best furniture, lighting and product design from around the world, presenting a considered selection of leading global brands and emerging enterprises. The show strikes a balance between creative and commercial, presenting design in a relaxed and convivial environment, offering a refreshing alternative to the traditional trade show. designjunction returns to the centrally located industrial 1960s Royal Mail Sorting Office on New Oxford Street, where an inspiring mix of leading international brands, smaller cutting-edge labels, pop-up shops, large-scale installations, eateries, flash factories, seminars and screening will

be presented across three floors of the impressive 120,000 sq ft venue. designjunction is delighted to announce the launch of lightjunction – London’s first trade fair dedicated to high-end decorative lighting. lightjunction will be a carefully curated showcase of leading international lighting brands, offering beautiful yet practical lighting from across the globe. designjunction has teamed up with Cameron Peters Fine Lighting, UK-based experts in specifying decorative lighting, to launch this new and ambitious venture.

Key exhibitors returning to the show include Another Country, Assemblyroom, Zanotta, Modus, Bolon, Dare Studio, Carl Hansen,

Channels, Orsjo, Innermost, Mitab, Pinch, LZF, Fritz Hansen among others. New brands at the show include &tradition, String, Laufen, MARKProduct, Simon Pengelly, Pallucco, Bla Station, Zero, and Vibia as well as smaller independent labels &On Design, Sonya Winner, Western Trash, Eleanor Pritchard, Baines & Fricker with more to be announced shortly.

Since its inception, designjunction has achieved global success, transporting satellite editions of the show to other destinations including Milan and more recently New York.

For more information visit http://thedesignjunction.co.uk

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100% Design Show Preview The UK’s largest design show unveils an exciting new direction for 2013, and will be attracting over 30,000 visitors to Earls Court over the 18th to 21st September!

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00% Design has unveiled key details of its event in September.

The show theme Creative Balance underpins the event’s award-winning layout and identity; it has been conceived by specialist communications design agencies Thomas.

Matthews and Form. Four halls will again represent industry sectors – Interiors, Office, Kitchen & Bathroom, Eco Design & Build – each arranged around a central ‘hub’ space to meet, learn and be inspired. The Central Bar at the heart of the show is reached through a 66m long tunnel, designed by creative and live events specialists Studio Design UK. This year, the Interiors hub will explore the growing emphasis on 3D printing as an accessible method of production. The Office hub will be created by design practice TILT, with dramatic suspended room elements lowered and raised to continually change the hub’s function. The Kitchen & Bathroom hub will explore design’s role in enabling micro agriculture, with a restaurant serving foods which can be grown on a small domestic scale. A separate installation will present the latest innovations for the bathroom industry.

The Eco Design & Build hub will be produced

by London-based studio Material Lab with an inspiring installation of the world’s most innovative building and architectural materials. 100% Design has expanded its International Pavilions, taking 3,000m2 of

space within Earls Court 1. Design regions from France, Italy, Portugal, Argentina, South Korea, Taiwan and China have already been confirmed. The show’s central boulevards will again showcase Emerging Brands; design companies that have been in operation for five years or less. In addition, the Gateway exhibition – a new feature for 2013 – will provide opportunities for early-career designers to be recognized with collaborators including the Lighting Industry Association, Design Council, the Royal

College of Art, and Design Guild Mark.

Finally, British designer Benjamin Hubert will create the 2013 auditorium, providing a dramatic backdrop to Talks With 100% Design; the UK’s largest design talks programme. Confirmed speakers include Tom Dyckhoff, Peter Murray and Giulio Cappellini.

Visit www.100percentdesign.co.uk for further information and updates on what promises to be a great show.

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Manchester Furniture Show Preview The industry’s longest running furniture trade exhibition, the Manchester Furniture Show, continues to sell out every summer – and 2013 will be no exception with over 130 exhibitors, among them many well known companies and some major UK launches

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t speaks volumes for the enduring appeal of the Manchester Furniture Show that it continues to attract new exhibitors, with this year’s roster boosted by the best of home and abroad. Taking place in the iconic halls of Manchester Central from the 14th to the 17th of July, the show has once again attracted a first class line up.

Among them is Greenapple, the contemporary purveyor of occasional glass furniture and home accents, whose presence highlights the evolution not just of the furniture market here in Britain but of an expansive outlook that visitors to Manchester have on products in their stores.

Yet to emphasise how rooted The Manchester Show is in commercial volume-

Le Divani driven product, the likes of bedroom producer Kingstown are another first-timer at the 2013 edition.

Just as the city of Manchester has bloomed into one of Europe’s finest, so too has the industry’s lead annual summer trade show!

The Hull manufacturer – one of Britain’s manufacturing success stories of recent years and among the largest to boot – builds on the foundations of what makes Manchester special; a best of British core with an outward looking and international perspective.

Visit www.manchesterfurnitureshow.com for opening times, travel information, and full exhibitor lists.

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BIID Supports London Design Festival The British Institute of Interior Design (BIID) has announced its support for three major events in the London Design Festival, which takes place from the 14th to the 22nd September

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year, taking place from the 22nd to the 25th September at the Perks Field & The Orangery, Kensington Palace. The show is renowned as the home of innovative new products, inspiring design and superb craftsmanship from among 300 exhibitors.

100% Design, which takes place from the 18th to the 21st September at Earls Court, promotes the best in global design and uncovers emerging brands. An expanded show for 2013 incorporates new features including an International Pavilion section, an interior accessories Marketplace and the Gateway showcase for creative talent.

“We are excited to announce the Institute as an event partner across these three exciting design events,” says Sue Timney, BIID President. “The London Design Festival is a hugely important time in the design calendar. These shows are vital for any discerning designer who wishes to keep up-to-date with new ideas, innovation, trends and talent. They also provide a great opportunity to network with other designers, architects, suppliers and manufacturers.”

ow in its eleventh year, The London Design Festival has firmly established itself as a major event on the international design calendar and a blueprint for other international design festivals. As part of the Festival, the BIID is backing three of the key design destinations for conducting business during the week.

Critically acclaimed designjunction is set to present its third edition during the Festival.

Breaking the mould of the traditional trade show environment, designjunction strikes the balance between creative and commercial and will be at The Old Sorting Office on New Oxford Street from the 18th to the 22nd September.

Decorex International, the established luxury design show, will be at a new venue this

Further information on the BIID’s participation and the benefits this will bring to members will be announced shortly.

For updates on BIID involvement across the festival visit www.biid.org. uk or follow on Twitter @BIIDtalk. More details about each show can be found at www.100percentdesign.co.uk, www.thedesignjunction.co.uk and www.decorex.com

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New Private View CPD From BIID The British Institute of Interior Design (BIID) has unveiled an exciting Continuing Professional Development (CPD) session as part of its Private Tour series which will provide an exclusive insight into the collection of precious art works belonging to the UK Government

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or over 100 years, the UK Government Art Collection (GAC) has collected works of art to promote British art and artists.

Works from the Collection are placed in British Government buildings in the UK and in nearly every capital city around the world, and are seen by hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.

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The BIID’s ‘UK Government Art Collection’ CPD on Wednesday 10th July 2013 will grant members privileged access to a range of extraordinary properties to see a selection of works from the Collection. Members will also have the opportunity to hear about the history and role of the GAC and receive a unique behind-the-scenes look at works as they are prepared for display.

The tour will take place from 6:30pm to 8:00pm and is open to members only, gaining them 2 CPD points on completion. The cost for BIID members is £15 and £10 for BIID Student Members.

For more information and to book, please visit www.biid.org.uk.

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BIID Unveils Professional Pathway Video The British Institute of Interior Design (BIID) has produced an animated video short to support the launch of the BIID Professional Pathway

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he new video is a 90 second animated short, created on behalf of the Institute by Dan Ojari, an award-winning animator and director. It makes clever use of the BIID’s visual identity to take designers on a simple-to-follow journey explaining the BIID Professional Pathway. The video is available to view on the BIID website at www.biid. org.uk.

“We are delighted with the new video,” says Debra McQuin, the Institute’s Marketing Director. “We felt it was important to provide a visual guide for interior designers to help them understand the BIID Professional Pathway, and how best they can access and benefit from it. This video is an important tool and a perfect complement to the printed Professional Pathway guides the Institute has also produced”.

The BIID Professional Pathway introduces, for the first time, a national professional standard for interior designers. Comprising five distinct modules – Design Process; Communication and Presentation; Construction, Materials, Manufacture and Sustainability; Professional Practice; and Final Project – the BIID Professional Pathway

is designed to be undertaken whilst the candidate is working as an interior designer. This allows the use of knowledge and skills gained in everyday practice to evidence professional competence. The BIID Professional Pathway also offers flexibility, with entry at different points depending on the qualifications and experience an interior designer has already gained.

Entry to the BIID Professional Pathway is free as part of a BIID Associate Membership. If the candidate is employed by a BIID Design Practice, they are entitled to a 25% discount on their annual membership rate. To view the video and for more information on the BIID Professional Pathway, please visit www.biid.org.uk/professionalpathway.

Debra McQuin, the BIID’s Marketing Director

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A Week In The Life Of Joanna Barr Joanna Barr started her design career after studying at KLC and gaining an Honours. Her design career started at Sarah Hudson Design from where she went to The London Furnishing Company before joining the family business at Ham Interiors at the start of 2011. She now works on a variety of high profile clients’ residential and commercial properties in London and the Home Counties Monday I always make sure I get into the office early to make sure I have time to settle back in after the weekend, before tackling the week ahead. I make myself a very strong black coffee and start the day off by checking through my emails and then running

through my jobs and what the week has in store. My assistant (and right hand) Ilana is my ears and eyes and makes sure we are as organized as we can be.

We run through all of our jobs and make a list in order of importance what we need to get onto first thing. We then sit down and have a meeting with the rest of the team so we all know where we are that week and if we need to pull in any help on installations. It is also a great time to discuss new suppliers and contractors that we might have found and can recommend as we like to keep up with new trends and introduce new suppliers where we can.

I don’t usually like to have any meetings on a Monday as I use it to make sure I speak with all my clients and my admin is all up to date but today I have a meeting with a client at Mowlem on the Kings Road. We are completely gutting her large five bedroom house in Gerrards Cross for which we have totally redesigned the interior. It’s a project which I feel I need to be involved with at every stage. Usually on a project like this

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Sumptuous comfort in this sitting room!

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Today, as usual, I grab my salad wrap and eat it in the car on the way back to the office. I am not one for finishing early. I like to use the hour or two when everyone has gone to get some quiet time to write out proposals or quotes so I can go home with a clear head.

Tuesday I have a meeting in London first thing today.

My client BMOR is a very up and coming developer and I consult on the design of all their developments. We are nearing the end of one of the properties off Chancery Lane and finalizing the designs of another.

The builders start work this week, so it’s imperative that we have regular design meetings with the architects and contractors to iron out any issues that might occur along the way.

First floor landing of private residence project

When I have any meetings in London I will always try and take the opportunity to meet with a friend or my mum for lunch or coffee. Today my mum comes to meet me at Manocomios on the Kings Road for lunch, before I have to head up to Islington for a new client meeting.

Before meeting any new client we try and quantify them on the phone to get a good idea of what design services they require and what budget they have so I have something of an idea to take with me to the initial meeting. I always like the first meet to be very relaxed and informal as I feel that designer and client must essentially “gel� and get on if we are to work together closely on their project. It should be a good experience for both parties.

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22 : in.HER LIFE Today’s meeting is with a barrister in Islington who wants to completely refurbish his apartment. I take an architect we have worked with before to take a look at the job to kill two birds with one stone. The meeting went really well and he instructed us to draw up proposals for the works to begin there and then.

I jump in the car and dash back just in time to be put through my paces by my personal trainer Richard. Keeping fit keeps me

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motivated and relieves a lot of stress that comes with the job.

Wednesday This morning we are installing a reception room and master bedroom that I designed just over four weeks ago at a beautiful family home in Buckinghamshire. We arrive to meet our delivery team and the upholsterers at 10am sharp. It is a smooth install and the client is absolutely delighted with the finished product. Although I am

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The Bremont store in Mayfair’s South Audley Street pleased with the end result, I have a very critical eye and always feel that there was something I could do better!

Installs can be pretty tiring so I grab my afternoon coffee and head back to the office and check through my emails before heading home to pour myself a large glass of wine. With it being a family business, I am not one to leave work at work and therefore even if I am not working on one of my projects, I like to look for new ideas and inspiration in design magazines and on Pinterest. It actually helps me unwind!

Thursday As I do every morning, I get up at 7am and walk my two dogs Indie and Boodika.

My husband Tom and I are lucky that we live next to a nature reserve and therefore it’s a great time to get out and think before rushing home, making my morning smoothie and heading to the office. I am away on holiday next week so I am trying to get as organized as I can before I go and there is a lot to get through as I currently have twelve active clients on my books.

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Fabulous collectors’ items from Bremont My client from yesterday’s install recommended us to a friend nearby so I head over to their new house to discuss floor options and paint colours. I am fortunate that I have a great working relationship with all my clients and really enjoy each meeting.

Once leaving the clients, I stop off to get my nails done for my holiday before stopping by Waitrose to grab a bag load of ingredients

for a winning salad which I usually make up in the office and have at my desk. Tonight I get home for 7pm, as we have friends for dinner.

Friday I have a large design presentation early this morning so we load up the car the night before with the design boards we have been working on over the last couple of weeks, fabric books and supplier brochures

to take with us. This morning the meeting is with a couple who have just refurbished their house beautifully and just need some help with furnishings and window dressings.

They are happy with the presentation so we take notes and head back to the office to draw up a quote to send back for them to confirm. We tie up all the loose ends that need tying up, then I head home for a well deserved glass of red wine!

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Large scale geometrics from Concept Handtufting

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Twist And Shout!

Carpets add colour and comfort to any room; Juliet Davies asks the experts what their clients are asking for...

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our home is where you are just you – no image to keep up other that your own loves and lifestyle!

So it’s no wonder that carpet is popular – warm underfoot for early mornings and cosy for late nights, it can be a background or, with the resurgence in patterns, the main focus.

more exciting, using wool and introducing colour rather than the very natural sisal-type feel they once had.”

So are neutrals losing their grip?

“Beige has long held the top spot when it comes to popular shades of carpet

in residential decorating schemes, and although this is still definitely the case when it comes to mainstream interiors, we are noticing that choices are becoming bolder when it comes to carefully considered projects,” observed Ian Hammond, Vorwerk’s UK Sales Director. “Now, it seems that more homeowners are embracing vibrant

Modern materials add to the choice – from silks to bamboo to incredible man-made fibres – the only problem is making a decision!

“Pattern is being used in a very individual way, to express personality in interiors”, explains Jeremy Wilson, Ulster’s Residential Sales Director. “For example, people have been using stripes and plaids to make hallways, stairs and other areas modern, funky and different.

“There has also been a definite move back towards colour, with fabric, wallpaper and accessories in teal, plum, mustard, fresh yellow-greens and blues. While carpets colours are not as strong, the new shades reflect the use of colour so become soft pinks, greys, lilacs, and blue-green tones.

They are becoming cleaner, fresher colours.

“Longer pile heights are currently more popular, with the soft luxurious feel of a deep wool pile. In contrast loop piles give a modern clean look and these are becoming

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Borderline from Sylka Carpets patterned carpet styles that add a real sense of individuality to the home. The fusty floral designs of old are being passed over for contemporary geometrical prints, and colours that are very carefully coordinated combine to mesmerising effect.

“In terms of fibre, soft and luxurious yarns are becoming increasingly popular, with polyamide a particular favourite thanks to its plush feel and great performance qualities.

Tufted velour pile provides exceptional softness and durability, and designs can be easily printed onto the surface for high levels of clarity.”

Monochrome always adds a stylish touch,

allowing a big colour to add impact elsewhere in the design.

“Following the current trend from the top fashion houses, we have had many enquiries for large scale black and white geometrics, tribal designs, ikats or tiger prints,” said Amy Lawton, Concept Handtufting’s Design Director. “This trend has been both for residential and also commercial projects. They are timeless, have high impact and can create drama on the floor.”

Whilst some trends may come and go, geometric patterns have a timelessness which makes them an ideal investment

when considering bespoke flooring; geometric patterns can add sleek, symmetrical simplicity to any room.

Birger Karlsson, UK and Ireland sales manager of Lano Carpets, has noticed that carpets specified for residential interiors are increasingly required to fulfil a demanding range of criteria – they must be soft, durable, sustainable, comfortable underfoot and stylish all at once. “To meet this,” he explained, “we have introduced a range of new yarns into our residential collections, including a super-soft and eco-friendly bamboo blend, as well as amalgamating our contract-rated wool fibres into our popular Ultimo carpet range to provide

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It is no wonder that carpet created from bamboo yarn is becoming more popular, as it not only offers a beautiful texture, but also gives off a subtle sheen for a refined and elegant look.

“Particularly suited to luxury residential interiors, carpets such as the unbeatably soft Saxony pile Bamboo Luxe in the Ultimo collection provide homeowners with a sleek and sophisticated style that is hard to replicate with other fibres,” said Birger.

Today’s choice of fibres means that you can meet whatever your client’s brief requires!

“Our clients are searching for that perfect carpet – one which stands out and has that luxury feel, but is also durable and affordable. That is the great thing about our product, it has the delicate aesthetic qualities of natural silk, yet it is also hard wearing,” said Steve Farrell of Sylka Carpets.

“Clients are looking for a product that can be re-worked in a number of different settings. Sophisticated but understated colours and shades are truly in fashion

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Vorwerk Carpets’ Modena Design Floralis at the moment, from neutral creams to shimmering greys. There is a real focus on natural tones which adds to, but does not take away from, the principle design focus.

“Practicality is also high on clients’ wish lists – something which Sylka has in abundance.

They don’t want a product that will be ruined after one unfortunate spill. They are looking for a product that will still look and

feel as good as when first laid, even after heavy foot traffic or deep cleaning.”

Murray Leach, Director of Sandringham Carpets, agrees that with the retro feel and more nostalgic design becoming so popular there is a move back to fitted carpet for many interior designers, and considers that neutrals still remain the favourite choice, providing excellent value for the client, as they complement any colour scheme.

“Texture and quality are always in demand, which is why we are constantly evolving our neutral ranges. Our newest range Harmony offers nine plain shades and a further five subtle stripes, giving the opportunity to mix and match,” he said. “As a backdrop to neutral décor we have introduced something completely new – Carnival. This marks a move to inject some colour, which some designers are now asking for. Carnival is 100% wool, but is still great for heavy

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38 : in.VOGUE wear in both domestic and general commercial environments. It makes a fabulous choice for something different, but we will never move away from the trend for neutrals entirely.”

Directionally dominating, stripes are still big news.

“Stripes are a wonderful way of adding interest and personality to a room,” said Dawn Mallett, Marketing Manager for Crucial Trading. “Stripes are not just stylish, they are great for creating the illusion of space too; laying striped flooring vertically will make your space appear longer and the sense of space within a narrow area will increase if laid horizontally.

“Stripes also work extremely well on stairs, hallways and landings,” Dawn added. “To turn your stairs into a real focal point, combine an attention-grabbing striped stair runner laid over a neutral broadloom.”

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And it’s no longer sufficient to use simply a cheap wood with the assumption you’ll be carpeting over the stairs – the treads themselves now are available in myriad beautiful materials, and the banisters and handrails are where you can really let your imagination run riot.

“With staircases and balustrades the only true constraint on what can be achieved is our own imagination,” agreed EeStairs’ Creative Director, Cornelis van Vlastuin. “They are an opportunity to create an extraordinary feature whatever the environment; residential, retail, commercial or corporate.

Because of their centrality within the building, both in functional and aesthetic terms, staircases can be one of the boldest architectural features of an interior used to provoke an emotional response.”

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Balustrade systems in particular offer ideal flexibility when introducing individual style to a design. “Glass balustrades mean that the stringer can become the star of the show, a seamless, flowing structure that melts into the interior,” explained Cornelius.

“A glass balustrade can also be used to blend original features such as exposed brick work, with contemporary engineering such as floating treads – a tread that is becoming increasingly popular throughout Europe.”

“In the current economic climate, we are finding that our clients are increasingly

in.VOGUE : 41 looking for high quality craftsmanship and durability,” said Richard Mclane, design director and founder of bespoke staircase company Bisca. “At the height of the boom ‘statement stairs’ were very much in vogue and it was all about making an impact; the clear trend now is towards timeless design. That is not to say we are going to see a jump in demand for traditional wooden staircases – rather the opposite, as consumers are now familiar with the concept of ‘designer’ staircases. The clever part about design is having the ability and insight to incorporate both traditional and

contemporary materials into a commission that withstands the test of time.”

Mclane also notes that there seems to be a trend towards using bronze – also brass – for balustrades. “I would say that designers are shying away from stainless steel and opting for the more natural earthy materials,” he added.

As well as natural materials, bespoke elements can add unique characteristics.

“We are seeing an increasing trend toward commissioning quality, custom made

Bisca’s clients are opting for natural materials

features for the home,” said Ross Smith of Anvil Forge Blacksmithing. “This handmade dragon (p40), wrapped around a newel post, illustrates how adding distinctive bespoke elements to natural minimalist surroundings offer an ideal opportunity to turn the practicality of this staircase into an eye catching design feature.”

At a time when people are very conscious of what they are spending their money on, they want to ensure they are investing in a quality product that is not only aesthetically pleasing but unique and timeless. “We

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harmony between function, line and material; a ‘less means more’ philosophy describes a conscious resignation from richness of form for the sake of underlying the beauty of material,” described Grand Designs Staircases’ director Janusz Kosciuch.

“To meet these expectations we reach for the most daring solutions and we systematically work on our own designs looking for inspirations in well known and new materials, like corten steel and hammered stainless steel.

“What people expect from us is finding

“On the other hand some projects still

feel key trends for the future of stairs, balustrades and banisters,” said Ross, “are going to be innovative design, combined with bespoke hand-made features, textures and functional detailing created by skilled crafts people using quality materials, be it glass, wood, metal or a combination of the three, with a protective but minimalist natural finish.”

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N.E.J. Stevenson are often asked to undertake unusual projects, such as the recreation of a Victorian Gothic extravagance, a double helical construction, or a part glazed oval stair wrapped around a shower room.

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46 : in.VOGUE ‘Up the wooden hill’ as a saying reflects the fact that timber is irrevocably related to stairs!

handrails, newel posts and newel caps. It creates a real crisp, clean look and also adds a different tactile dimension to the staircase.

“Timber stairparts have seen something of a revival over the last 12 months,” said Clive Durose, Managing Director of Clive Durose Ltd., manufacturer of id modern stairparts. “There has been a big shift away from glass and metal balustrading and we see more and more homeowners spending time searching for more natural and homely components in timber that will make their staircase really stand out in the home. One rising trend is the combination of white painted spindles used along with oak

“Traditionally timber stairparts have been left behind trends but it’s good to see such a revival and demand for unique contemporary styles.”

And timber is equalled by glass in creating a ‘wow’ factor!

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On The Tiles

From large format to the smallest of mosaics, tiles are becoming an increasingly popular wallcovering; Juliet Davies discovers why

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o longer the choice for only bathrooms and kitchens, wall tiles are making their way throughout the entire home, and mixing patterns, colours and even shapes means you can create an unique effect in any room.

“Home owners are becoming more confident in their décor choices,” stated Darren Clanford, Creative Director of Johnson Tiles. “We’ve seen this reflected in the popularity of our Middle-Eastern inspired Arabesque range, which features very strong, bold decorative patterns and a colourful palette with metallic finishes. The beauty of this range is that it can be used to create a statement feature wall, or just a few tiles can be mixed with plain colours to create an equally stunning, yet more subtle, effect.”

There are no ‘rules’ on home décor anymore, people are using tiles throughout the entire home now in areas where wallpaper would typically be used.

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Diamond, a striking angular range from Solus Ceramics “They want individuality and so it’s great to see people wanting products which take the traditional neutral colour palette further,” Darren continued. “Whilst it is still popular, people want neutral with that ‘added’ extra. It’s why you’ll now see a plethora of muted shades in our Tones collection for example, which is a mix and match range of earthy colours like Latte, Mocha and Steam with 3D micro textures to bring modern sophistication to a scheme.”

Armatile is finding that the trend in wall coverings is for large format wall tiles complemented by a zoning feature where bright, decorative or floral tile patterns in different tactile finishes are used to accent and dress rooms to individual tastes.

format wall tiles, especially in smaller room settings, support a seamless flow with fewer lines and joints; this provides a base for the designer to create decorative zones to enlighten the project area to the client’s satisfaction.”

“Often the large format base tile is of soft, muted and soothing tones that are utilised to enhance the effect of the décor area,” said Martin Mallon of Armatile. “Large

Zone features offer practical design solutions in a variety of room sizes enabling versatility for both the designer and client. Martin added, “They allow freedom for the

52 : in.VOGUE designer to decorate with a variety of colours, mosaics, etchings, floral decorations and features in order to modernise all homes.”

Jonathan Waights is a member of The Bespoke Consortium, a group of artisans producing bespoke commissions for homes

and interiors. His company, Art on Tiles, produces hand painted tiles. “We provide a worldwide service but are seeing an increase in UK clients looking to commission something bespoke and unique for the home,” said Jonathan. “Our clients are discerning. They know what they want and there is a growing understanding that, by

Johnson Tiles add micro textures to traditional colour palettes

supporting skilled home-grown artisans, they can use their budget to get something beautiful, unique to them and produced in the UK, rather than spending the same amount of money on imported tiles. Our house tile is made for us by a ceramics firm based in Stoke on Trent and then it is hand painted or digitally printed to order in our

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Trend GB’s zebra mosaic studio in Sussex.”

The first half of 2013 has been really exciting at Designworks, as they have seen a tangible shift in styles from simplistic neutrals to statement designs.

“Homeowners are becoming braver and are opting for more radical designs than ever before,” said Kevin Grant, Designworks’ Contract Sales Manager. “Tiles are a practical way of injecting fun and colour into a scheme, but rather than being restricted to the kitchen or bathroom, homeowners are starting to see the opportunities that come with using tiles of many varieties all over the home.”

Bird Tree, a bespoke commission from Art on Tiles

Mosaics are consistently popular and it’s no secret why.

wall, as splashbacks, or to cover a large area.

They can be used sparingly or in swathes and the effect is still striking.”

more practical choice for many homes, meaning you can have the look you want without the commitment to maintenance.

“Available in stone, glass, mixed blends and even natural shell there is a wealth of options,” Kevin added. “Brightly coloured mosaics can be used to create a feature

Advancements in ink jet technology has perfected replicas so you can buy convincing stone, slate, wood or even bamboo effect tiles that are actually porcelain. This is a

And there’s no need to be square!

“Shape is an exciting trend in wall tiles for 2013 and many of our clients are

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“Glass mosaic brings an ultra-modern look to dining and living rooms, adding smooth or undulating textures, irregular shapes and sizes, and light refractive qualities.”

Brightly coloured mosaics from Designworks create a feature wall looking to make a bold statement with something unique, unusual and different,” said Paul Shepherd of Solus Ceramics Ltd. “Moving away from standard rectangular and square shapes, we have supplied a number of our clients with unusual shaped tiles that really do capture the imagination.

Diamond is an innovative and striking angular range comprising of bold colours including maroon, teal and chocolate and is inspired by geometric shapes. Alternatively our Teardrop range is a smoothly rounded wall tile that provides a flowing woven effect when laid together. These intricate tiles can be used to great effect on a single feature wall creating a perfect hint of elegance and sophistication.”

Another trend seen by Solus Ceramics in residential projects is the use of the same tile on both floors and walls. “By applying a suitable tile to both surfaces a small room can be made to feel more expansive, larger

Although their association with kitchens and bathrooms can mean tiles were once considered just a decorative but mainly water-repellent product, new materials and manufacturing processes mean they’ve found their way in to design specification for walls throughout the home. From largeformat colour blocking to the tiniest multicoloured mosaic via bespoke hand-made tiled artworks, wall-paper and paint have a serious new contender!

and more grandiose,” added Paul. “The use of a larger format tile can also add to this sense of space and scale. It should be noted that not all tiles can be applied to both surfaces so we advise that you seek professional guidance before attempting this trend. Applying tiles from floor to ceiling reflects the designs often found in high-end boutique hotels and luxury health clubs, and can bring a sense of lavishness and chic extravagance to your home.”

For those looking for a sophisticated décor, Danny Hanlon, Chief Operating Officer at Trend GB, suggests a monochromatic scheme.

“You can add texture and tactility to drawing room wallcoverings, with a black and white repeat pattern from Trend’s Wallpaper collection of ready-to-lay glass mosaics on a roll,” said Danny. “The irregular glass surfaces of the tiles and their finely chamfered edges

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An Absolute Gem! In Spring 2013, the first results of gpstudio’s work with British luxury brand Asprey came to fruition with the re-design of the jewellery and watch departments in their flagship store on New Bond Street.

Gregor Jackson, Managing Partner at gpstudio, tells us how they met the brief

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sprey has been one of those brands I have always admired – not necessary for what it has done as a brand, but for its product; the product has always had craftsmanship at the core. Today, more than ever, the product remains true to its values of being exquisitely designed, crafted and totally beautiful – whether a leather tote bag, a glass decanter with stags head, or a woodland inspired piece of jewellery.

The making of the product and connection with this process shapes its position as an emporium of luxury gifting.

with Asprey’s creative arm in New York to establish the parameters of the brief.

This was a complex process, for a number of reasons. Asprey is a brand with an incredible heritage and craftsmanship – the UK version of Hermes – and a true super-luxury brand, rather than the mass luxury brands that we currently see over-exposed and springing up everywhere internationally. It was also under new dynamic ownership and leadership.

This new leadership wanted to develop the product by working in collaboration with

The heritage of the brand and store also made this project incredibly prestigious.

Being founded in 1781, the brand has long been a standard-bearer for British luxury goods across the globe. Asprey has been located in the New Bond Street store for over 200 years, and the store is truly one of the most recognised pieces of retail real estate in London – if not the world. It was very exciting to design such a space.

The soul and credibility of the brand was retained

We first met with the client a number of years ago. Initially this was a credentials presentation, but a fit with the brand was (I hope) evident – and certainly quickly established. At this stage, the brief itself was still being formalised so we worked closely

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A detailed material palette was used leading designers including the likes of Shaun Leane, Philip Treacy and Katie Hillier.

The aim was to create new contemporary product ranges while remaining true to the Asprey values, so it was against this backdrop that we were working on the brand positioning.

To do this, we first had to explore the brand, what it stood for, and paint a picture of the future which aligned with their intended product and wider business plan. Only then could we drill down to what was appropriate for the brand’s refresh, which started with the New Bond Street store.

Throughout the entire process our design solutions also needed to be transferable to their New York Madison Avenue store, as it was undergoing a similar refresh.

Lighting was inspired by the original Asprey antiques The goal of both these refreshes, working alongside the new product developments, was to consolidate the brand and provide the foundations which would articulate Asprey’s brand correctly and propel them on an international journey.

We started by investigating the heritage of the brand jointly, as client creative team and

designer. We got excited about materials and finishes appropriate to the brand – and personally I got really excited visiting the Asprey top floor workshops. Here, men and women dressed in white coats stitch, emboss, beat, bash, chisel and polish the products. In my view, these behind-thescenes workshops are the epicentre of the brand.

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The design direction was to blur the past with the present The detail of workmanship involved in Asprey goods is incredible. The resulting product looks so untouched by the human hand, when the reality is that it has been crafted many hundreds of times during the creation process. I felt it was vitally important to capture and express this connection with the design, as well as the carefully crafted manufacturing process, in the retail space.

simply beautiful. When we were designing new furniture we were always mindful of the stylish curved glass, the engineered and engraved metalwork, and the timberwork featuring the finest and most delicate detailing. All of these were created with the very best available materials by leading designers of the time – and we knew that the essence of our new pieces had to reflect this.

As well as the workshops, I was also inspired by the shop floor itself. Some of the existing antiques within the building were

As a result, the design direction for New Bond Street refresh was to blur the past with the present, in a way that was

relevant to today’s consumer. This meant restoring original antique pieces, refurbishing elements of the Foster + Partners lead scheme of 2004, and introducing new fixtures and fittings for the whole of the Jewellery and Watch departments.

This careful interplay of age and generations was central to our design. We wanted to reference the heritage of the brand, but our ultimate focus was on the design and craftsmanship of the product and relevance of the brand today. We were bringing together three generations of

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gpstudio brought together three generations of fixtures fixtures, and had to integrate the newer elements in a way which retained the soul and credibility of the brand.

The material palette was comprised of bronze metalwork detailing, timber veneer, glass, hand-embroidered carpets, leather stitch work and silk. All of these were inspired by references taken from the original Asprey antiques – with the added luxury of integrating modern LED lighting!

All of these were sampled and prototyped through the design process to smoothly bridge the gap between the heritage of the brand and its modern day conception.

On site, the hardest issue was working around the numerous events and parties that Asprey plays host to throughout the calendar year. As these events are an important aspect of the brand DNA, the brief made it clear that we had to incorporate

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We spent four hours on-site with contractor Goodman Hichens, and lighting designers Office of [Light] to ensure perfection.

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The end result, which we still refer to internally as an eyewash – although for the brand it was much more than this – has proven itself a success. As well as a healthy increase in sales, the perception of the brand by both partners and customers has been very positive indeed. All of this gives the brand the confidence needed to march on with its intended business plan.

The most enjoyable moment of the project for me – and confirmation that we had got it right – was when, on handover, the client effortlessly closed the drawer of a jewellery cabinet. The weight and sound was emulative of closing the car door of a Rolls Royce. They smiled and sensed the inherent quality, the product was beautifully presented, and the surrounding design simply supported and evoked the values of the brand.

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A Fresh Look For Summer From Muraspec

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The Muraspec design and production teams continue their winning run with the latest midseason designs for the contract interiors market

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isitors to Clerkenwell Design Week were among the first to see these new designs, which launched online the week of the event.

First up are two new additions to muraspec’s 20oz type ii collection – Grecian and nagoya.

A collection of colour with a natural sense of touch, Grecian has mass appeal. Careful colouring with just a hint of lustre, and fabric-inspired tactile finish really captures the mood for tasteful, slightly minimalist styling.

Fabric-inspired and coloured in a range of organic neutrals, nagoya will work with just about any accessory within a scheme. Small in scale, this stitch-effect linen print has a glimmer of pearl showing through to add subtle depth and class.

Sometimes all an old favourite needs is a colour refresh to bring it bang up to date! muraspec’s design team have given metropolitan and Glacier a makeover, with a selection of new, soft neutrals. metropolitan brings the outside inside, with distressed natural stone effect, while Glacier uses a soft

metropolitan stippled texture to give depth to block colour. rounding off the set is new wallcovering Andesite. organic, neutral tones are still considered the main colour influence when selecting design for interiors. Andesite fits this brief well, with the added benefit of texture to bring depth to the design and entice the viewer to reach out and touch it. this volcanic rock texture combined with contrasting tip-printed colour is quite unique. this new collection of wallcoverings have been designed and manufactured by our

in-house team in Kent. As ever, these wallcoverings are CE and fire rated and come with EpDs.

Andesite

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Domain Has Choice Furniture ‘Covered’

Ted Todd Introduce New Masterpiece Range

rimadesio ‘cover’ is a system of glass swing doors, which can be used to close spaces dedicated to walk-in wardrobes and to transform niches into cupboard spaces. the unique character of ‘cover’ is that the doors and internal fittings are supported by the front frame of the system. rimadesio is one of the many European furniture manufacturers represented by domain others include Molteni & c, B&B Italia, and Lago. to download PdF catalogues, visit the domain website.

01403 784 846 mail@domainfurniture.info www.domainfurniture.info

Masterpiece is a stunning range of ‘furniture for your floor’, inspired by the master craftsmen who complete their final masterpiece as their greatest piece of work and proof of competence. Produced from the finest materials the Masterpiece range is suitable for use on both floors and walls. With patterns ranging from contemporary abstract designs to the more traditional, all of which are available in a range of colour options, this range is truly like having a work of art in your project.

01925 283 000 www.commercial.tedtodd.co.uk

Grey is the new neutral at Landau Parapan® Grey is a favourite colour choice for neutral schemes across all the Landau Parapan® ranges.

High gloss acrylic Parapan® is available in 5 shades of grey from cool, contemporary shades, through to more traditional warmer shades. Graphite teamed with clean white or glossy black can be particularly striking, grey also performs well as a backdrop for the brighter spectrum of Parapan® colours of lime green, red, citrus orange, hot pink and new for 2013 Zest Yellow.

The ‘mirror-like’ reflective quality of Parapan® offers a contrast texture to a choice of grey woods from Landau's collection of exotic veneers.

The Brooklands range of more traditional painted ‘in-frame’ doors can be supplied in a variety of stock greys or bespoke shades for a minimal surcharge of £75.

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01482 440680 www.landauparapan.co.uk sales@landau.uk.com

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CONCEPT HANDTUFTING LIMITED

FEEL UNIQUE BESPOKE CARPETS & RUGS

Unit 9, Moat House Square, Thorp Arch Industrial Estate, West Yorkshire, LS23 7FB UK. Tel: +44 (0)1937 843492 • www.concepthandtufting.co.uk

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Wilton Carpet Is The True Glory Of ‘The French’!

Lyndon Design Extends Arthur Collection

Cited by famed restaurant critic Giles Coren as the ‘true glory of this place’ and inspired by the hues and grain of limed oak, a beautiful bespoke woven axminster carpet from Wilton Carpets Commercial adorns the floor of The French at The Midland Hotel. Hard flooring was not an option and so the luxury, comfort and acoustic absorption of a woven carpet that pays homage to a limed oak floor was an ideal solution.

01722 746 000 sales@wiltoncarpets.com www.wiltoncarpets.com

The success of Lyndon Design’s flagship Arthur seating collection has led to the introduction of a ‘high back booth’ version available in both sofa and armchair options. Born out of limited edition bespoke orders, Arthur reflects the cutting edge of seating design and cleanline shapes, maximizing comfort and privacy in a variety of settings, whilst making a strong design statement. Arthur can be specified in contrasting fabrics and colours, with all versions available in six width and panel options.

01242 584 897 www.lyndon.co.uk

100% Sustainability From danfloor This year danfloor will be introducing a new ecological nylon product made from post industrial and post consumer waste making it 100% sustainable with no loss in performance. The new product is made with Aquafil’s Econyl yarn which is manufactured from recycled material including abandoned fishing nets.

This solution dyed carpet will offer a plethora of design possibilities, is hard wearing and has outstanding performance characteristics including: • Colour fastness: guaranteeing no loss of colour from light, shampoo or bleach • Soil and stain resistance: the yarn reduces soil adhesion and repels acid stains making soil removal easier and less visible • Environmental impact: not only is the product made from recycled material it is fully recyclable at the end of its life.

The new product will undergo BrE certification and join the other BrE classified products in the danfloor collection.

0844 915 1000 www.danfloor.co.uk info@danfloor.co.uk

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‘Beltrami – the natural home for stone’

Unit 1 Brook Park Saltbrook Trading Estate Saltbrook Road, Halesowen West Midlands, B63 2QJ T 01384 564315 - F 01384 639285 info@beltrami.co.uk

www.beltrami.co.uk

New bespoke leather walk-inwardrobe system. Hand-made in Italy to suit your requirements, in a choice of leather colours and finishes. For more information please call 01403 261082 or email sales@herbertdirect.co.uk www.herbertdirect.co.uk

‘Beltrami – the natural home for stone’

Unit 18 Lawson Hunt Industrial Park Broadbridge Heath, Horsham W.Sussex RH12 3JR

Unit 1 Bro k Saltbro k Tr Saltbro k Ro West Midlan T 01384 564 info@beltram

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New Surface Solutions From James Latham With a number of new additions to its already extensive portfolio, James Latham now offers one of the UK’s widest ranges of innovative surface solutions, available from one supplier at all nine of its nationwide panel distribution sites

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xclusive to James Latham in the UK, Allure is an exciting and contemporary range which, as well as six different types of truly unique real stone laminate, includes an extensive palette of high-gloss bold and vibrant acrylic colours as well as a high-gloss wood grain. Plus, there’s a range of eco-friendly reconstituted veneers in patterns such as rosewood and Ebony, with its unmistakable very dark heartwood and characteristic streaks, giving the veneer a distinctive and striking appearance.

A totally original product, Valchromat is a coloured mDF in which the colour runs throughout the entire board. this is achieved by adding organic dyes and a specially formulated resin before pressing the panel. With eight vibrant colours in the range, Valchromat is certain to be popular within the UK shop fitting and furniture manufacturing sectors, and it has been approved by the British Standards Association as

safe to use in the manufacture of children’s toys. nevamar is a High Pressure Laminate suitable for use in hotels, restaurants and bars, airports, hospitals, retail shops and other commercial environments. it incorporates a unique patented Armoured Protection (ArP) technology which stands

0116 257 3415 marketing@lathams.co.uk www.lathamtimber.co.uk up to more abuse than similar products. the result is an extremely hard-wearing decorative material that looks newer for longer which also makes it ideal for residential installations. ArP’s patented process allows the subtlety and depth of the decorative paper to show through; this dramatic clarity is never compromised by the surface protection during the serviceable life of the laminate.

Delivering dimension, depth and texture to an otherwise flat surface, HiF (Holz in Form) Finesse offers interior designers and architects in the shop fitting and commercial sectors an option which they have not had before, allowing them to capitalise on new trends and create a distinctive and elegant appearance. HiF-Finesse offers eleven embossed mDF panels which are supplied with their own unique textured finish and are held in stock in the UK, and is also available in curved panels, with a matching range of edging and in a variety of profiles and thicknesses.

Innovation. Renovation.

Technogym, The Wellness Company, is renowned globally for its superb design, use of the highest quality materials and innovative technical features, all combining to create stunning exercise pieces which compliment any interior Wellness space.

Our experienced in-house design specialists will work with you to create stunning Wellness areas for any interior space including private residences, yachts, spas and hotels.

Designed by Antonio Citterio

Visit www.technogym.com or call free on 0800 316 2496 to speak to one of our consultants.

Edgy sockets for Grand Design Focus SB’s True Edge range of sockets in Satin Chrome were chosen for the Lansdowne House recording studio refurbishment featured on Channel 4’s Grand Designs.

Lansdowne house is an interior that has had the likes of John Lennon, Yoko Ono, Art Garfunkel and the Sex Pistols recording music in it from the late 1950’s to early noughties. Now a lavishly refurbished apartment and project of designer Audrey Lovelock. Audrey commented on why she chose to work with Focus SB on this refurbishment: “The sockets are a sleek design. I was looking for good quality and value for money and Focus SB fitted the bill. They were very helpful when I called up also, more so than I found their competitors to be.”

“I am a spatial interior designer and I chose this Focus range because of its quality and clean looking design, plus their plates could be made to a bespoke combination.”

Let Focus SB help give your project the edge, call us today for further details.

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