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23 News The latest launches, plus the duo behind CampbellRey discuss the delights of their debut furniture collection
31 Shopping in style Soho House is revolutionising the way
we shop for furniture and homeware. Find out how…
32 Laura Jackson on… how to create the kind of Christmas celebrations we all deserve, without breaking a sweat
35 Scent of history Discover the cast of historic characters
that inspired Ginori 1735’s new collectible candles and more
38 Leading lights As the nights draw in, we reveal the best lighting designs to make your home glow this winter
43 Retail’s rising stars Four of the best homeware buyers in the business reveal the young designers to watch 48 Design hero Why Danish designer Bodil Kjaer’s functional furniture has never lost its appeal
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50 Design DNA Why the ‘Mah Jong’ sofa by Roche Bobois is 50 years young and still in high demand 43
52 My cultural life Chef Margot Henderson on foodie traditions, cookbook collections and more
55 Architecture Inspiring builds and projects from the Scottish Highlands to south London
57 Kitchens & bathrooms Japanese bathtubs and why it’s hip to be square with the latest tile trends
100 Forge ahead High-shine or artfully tarnished,
modern metallic designs add a unique edge to interiors
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Celebrate PICTURES: HELEN CATHCART / STYLING PAULA MAY EVANS, ANDREW URWIN, NICK ROCHOWSKI / STYLING ALEX KRISTAL
62 Gathered for Christmas When it comes
Gift guide
to inspiration for seasonal entertaining, Water Lane, a walled garden and restaurant opened this year, has it all – think moodsetting tables and crowd-pleasing recipes
85 Festive flair Get your home ready for
74 The presents
the big day with contemporary ideas for adding a little joy to every corner – because it’s not just about decorating the tree!
94 Dazzling decs These are baubles you’ll want to keep for generations
96 Under wraps Elevate your gift-giving
game with the finest wrapping paper designs
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that every design devotee would love to find under the tree this year, from sustainable buys to luxurious treats
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HOMES
110 Naturally festive A minimalistic approach to
Christmas sets the scene in this house outside Copenhagen
120 The Cinderella story Once dowdy office space, this
home in Zürich is now dressed for the season’s social events
130 Soul of the party Yves Saint Laurent’s decadent soirées were the inspiration for this Parisian apartment’s interior
140 Chaos theory Party-ready family pad in Somerset 154 Where the wild things are Breathtaking property in
Bologna where the guests include several four-legged creations
166 The only way is up Contemporary take on chalet chic
Escape
179 News Advent adventures to share, from cool bars to
workshops. Plus, 2022’s must-have cultural memberships
190 Universal outlook Meet the design studio that’s been quietly shaping the way we eat, work and shop
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The covers Newsstand The scene is set for a stylish festive season with this evocative shot from our beautiful ‘Gathered for Christmas’ feature on p62. Shot by Helen Cathcart, with styling by Paula May Evans Subscribers This cover features a cosier scene from the same shoot, especially for our most loyal readers
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20 Subscriptions This month’s great offer 192 Stockists Where to buy 202 Treasured Henry Holland on the piece that’s made his home dinner-party-ready
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From the Editor
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fter living through the utter strangeness of these past two years, there are many things I will never take for granted again. Some are small and seemingly insignificant: the friendly smile of the person on the Tube unobscured by a mask, the cheeky leant-in whisper into the ear by a confidante, sharing an intimate meal… Others are more monumental, more traumatic and bound to have a more lasting impact. For instance, the damp squib of a festive season that was Christmas 2020. However you feel about this time of year (and I know some love it and others are more ambivalent) having the whole thing cancelled last-minute as happened last year was a particularly harsh blow. Like many others, I was unable to get to see my loved ones, stuck in an odd limbo of fake festivities and soggy sprout-induced disappointment. It was the final in a long line of bleak injustices. The silver lining, I suppose, is that I’m now looking at the entire holiday period with fresh eyes. I’m even reevaluating the aspects I used to find tiresome, such as the punishing travel schedule, the family politics, even the indigestion. This year I’m going to celebrate and embrace every single moment of it and really make the most of being with those I care about once more. Bring it on, I say! This is the first time we’ve created a special issue spanning the entire festive period, from advent right through to new year. It’s been conceived with this sense of excitement, exuberance and togetherness very much at its core and includes a special ‘Celebrate’ section incorporating everything from our pick of the best gifts for design fans to decorating ideas and a magical entertaining story created exclusively for us by a new restaurant and venue with an ethos of local sourcing and sustainability. As ever, the magazine isn’t totally given over to Christmas, so you’ll find the usual features that regular readers know and love, including our signature hit of design news, industry intel and incisive features. There’s also a shoot dedicated to the enduring appeal of precious metals and metallic finishes, as well as a selection of some of the world’s most stylish party-ready homes. Wherever you are this year and whoever you are with, I hope it’s filled with much more fun, frivolities, family and friends than last year. Enjoy every moment, and see you again for all things ELLE Decoration in 2022. Happy holidays!
‘I’m looking at the HOLIDAY period with fresh eyes. This year, I will CELEBRATE every single moment’
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TEA PARTY
PICTURE: PHILIPPE FRAGNIERE
Comprising nine new designs, ‘Afternoon Tea’ is Bohinc Studio’s most comprehensive collection to date. The chairs, sofa and tables in the range all tread softly between the futuristic and the feminine, with curvaceous, embracing forms and tactile materials. ‘I wanted my pieces to make you feel loved and happy, and that look like they are good enough to eat,’ explains Lara Bohinc of the series, which includes the striking ‘Trevor’ chair (below) with its bonbon-like back and arm rests. From £2,519 (bohincstudio.com).
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Taking stock ‘10 Years Later’ is the latest furniture collaboration between SCP and Ishinomaki Laboratory, the Japanese DIY furniture company founded in the aftermath of the 2011 earthquake and tsunami to help local communities rebuild their lives. Marking a decade since the disaster, the collection features 16 pieces by a line-up of UK-based designers, including Matthew Hilton, Ilse Crawford, Daniel Schofield and Sarah Kay. All had to make an item from stock board widths, using materials as efficiently as possible and with standard tools and machinery, allowing designs to be manufactured by any of the Ishinomaki Laboratory local partners worldwide. From £140 (scp.co.uk).
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PICTURES: PETER GUENZEL, ANNA STATHAKI, SINAN ÇIRAK
If ever there was a way to ward off winter, Fredrik A Kayser’s ‘Fluffy Lounge Chair’ is it. Designed in 1954, its sloping carved wooden armrests lure sitters into its welcoming embrace, while Norwegian sheepskin provides irresistible cosiness. The chair has been rescued from obscurity by Eikund, the Norwegian brand on a mission to uncover the forgotten design icons of its homeland. £6,360 (tollgard.com).
THE EYES HAVE IT Bespoke furniture brand Ahu is the brainchild of Central Saint Martins alumni Eda Akaltun and Mevce Çıracı. Pieces are made in small ateliers in Istanbul, and its inaugural ‘Meyhane’ collection is inspired by that traditional Turkish talisman the evil eye (or nazar in Turkish). The ‘Nazar’ cabinet, for example, is adorned with a piercing blue design, a twist on the evil-eye motif, and the 15thcentury technique of ebru (or paper marbling), which originated in Turkey, Persia and India. £32,000 (ahustudio.com). DECEMBER 2021/JANUARY 2022 ELLEDECORATION.CO.UK 25
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CAMPBELL-REY Duncan Campbell and Charlotte Rey tell us about their debut furniture collection, available exclusively at The Invisible Collection
A union of smoked oak shelves, leather-wrapped legs and brass details, Julian Chichester’s new ‘Blow’ freestanding bookcase has a timeless look reminiscent of the mid-century era. Its elegant proportions, weightless-looking lines and luxe finish are sure to showcase books and objects in all their glory, but it’s just as deserving of pride of place in its own right. £4,560 ( julianchichester.com).
Modern classic Handmade by Italian artisans, ‘Cromatico’ is the debut collection from new ceramics brand Labaco. Influenced by classical architecture, the series of seven vessels comes in nine muted tones and can be used as standalone pieces or stacked together and reassembled freely. All pots are equipped with a drainage hole and have an integrated saucer to collect excess water, allowing them to be used as vases or planters. From around £110 (labaco.it). 26 ELLEDECORATION.CO.UK DECEMBER 2021/JANUARY 2022
PICTURES: HARRY CROWDER, FRANCESCA IOVENE
Shelf LIFE
Tell us about your inspirations… Across 12 pieces, we have imagined a cast of ‘characters’ with influences that nod to early-20th-century Milanese furniture, Secessionist Vienna and pre-war Stockholm. The collection is defined by exaggerated forms, modular shapes and tonal colourways. What mood did you want the collection to create? We hope it feels convivial, vibrant and uplifting, a great addition to any room in terms of shape, colour and materiality. Tell us about the materials and processes used… We love working with a lacquer finish as seen on the ‘Apollo’ table and ‘Josef’ bench, which are finished by hand. The ‘Turchese’ table is made by a process where thin sheets are cut from the root of an oak tree, giving it a graining where no two pieces are identical. The faux coromandel spherical feet on the ‘Teddy’ sofa [below] are hand-painted by an artisan trained at the Van Der Kelen Institute, the only school in the world to teach these techniques (theinvisiblecollection.com).
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RAISE A GLASS Designed in conjunction with Coal Office, the restaurant located at Tom Dixon’s King’s Cross headquarters, the ‘Puck’ drinkware collection is resilient enough to withstand professional and home bars alike. Recent additions include nosing glasses for whisky, a carafe and water tumblers. £85 for two water tumblers/£75 for two nosing glasses (tomdixon.net).
OFF THE TABLE Swedish architect Per Öberg’s new ‘Cap d’Antibes’ design for Svenskt Tenn is a multifunctional marvel. Part glass cabinet, part coffee table, its pull-out trays allow for treasured books and curiosities to be displayed in pride of place without cluttering up the surface above (or collecting dust). Meanwhile, the frame’s brass details nod to the creations of Josef Frank, the man behind the brand’s most iconic designs. Approx £3,428 (svenskttenn.se).
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HAT TRICK British designer Jasper Morrison is in demand this season, having created seating for three design brands. Characteristically pared-back with his signature quiet minimalism, all three new pieces demonstrate elegant ways with wood: there’s (from left) the cantilevered ‘Iso-lounge’ for Isokon+; Molteni & C’s ‘Tea’ chair; and the ‘Équilibre d’Hermès’ for the French luxury brand. Iso-lounge, £1,500 (isokonplus.com); Tea, price on application (molteni.it); Équilibre d’Hermès, £5,080 (hermes.com). 28 ELLEDECORATION.CO.UK DECEMBER 2021/JANUARY 2022
PICTURES: ANDREA BREDA, NICOLA TREE, JONAS LINDSTRÖM
With the sun as its muse, Applicata’s ‘Circle Collection’ comprises four pieces that revolve around simple 360-degree geometries in different ways, from the ‘Solid’ candlestick fashioned from a cylindrical bar, to ‘Fragrance’, an orb of glass and brass that conceals a scented candle within. An uncoated brown brass finish has been added to the range, so designs will patina naturally over time. From approx £101 (applicata.dk).
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Set to revolutionise interiors retail, Soho Home’s new King’s Road space is an impressive hive of creativity Redefining the traditional has become something of a signature of Soho House. First they dusted off the stuffy world of private members’ clubs before creating the world’s most exclusive holiday camp with Soho Farmhouse. Now, the company is turning interiors retail on its head with Soho.Home.Studio, a new space not only dedicated to its expansive Soho Home collections of furniture and accessories, but also celebrating the creativity of Soho House members, providing them with a showcase and opportunities to collaborate. Set in a stunning former chapel, which dates back to 1824, this is a hub that goes some way to bringing the brand’s cool cachet to nonmembers for the first time since the clubs were founded in 1995. As well as sourcing the homeware ranges, which are inspired by the look and feel of Soho Houses across the world, customers will also be able to use a new interior-design service, which provides guidance on everything from room styling through to bigger projects. Another key component is the ‘Member Market’, an ever-evolving chance for members to sell their work. The initial line-up of creatives includes artist and designer Tejumola Butler Adenuga (left), whose minimalistic lamps, inspired by rock formations from his native Nigeria, populate the venue’s entrance. sohohome.com DECEMBER 2021/JANUARY 2022 ELLEDECORATION.CO.UK 31
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Having the Christmas we all deserve, at last! As a supper club innovator and founder of Hoste, our columnist knows how to make sure guests have fun. This year, she’s going all out… It’s an understatement to say that Christmas 2020 was a non-starter for most of us. On the bright side, last year’s failed festivities simply mean that this year will be spent making up for lost time. The season will certainly have extra significance for my family as we’d just had a baby last Christmas and missed out on the excitement of introducing them to extended family and friends. This year, I’ll be pulling out all the stops. I’m planning on being a bit Scandinavian about the whole thing this time around by celebrating on Christmas Eve and keeping the big day itself quite simple. My ethos in general is that entertaining should never be about being fussy. So, in the spirit of keeping things as stressfree as possible, I’ll prepare everything in advance, so that I can actually enjoy myself. I plan to do some simple braised meats or seafood, along with several nice salads for Christmas Eve. Everything will be served at room temperature, meaning I can be ready and waiting when my guests arrive. I want to be sure that I can give everyone my undivided attention. The food situation may be relaxed, but for the table Clockwise from top right Laura Jackson at her table in Christmas 2019; a selection of homeware available at Glassette; tablecloths by Late Afternoon and Ved Cooks
decorations I plan to go to town, layering tablecloths in different textures, colours and fabrics. I’ll be looking to Heather Taylor Home for amazing modern ginghams, as well as Late Afternoon’s colourful pinstriped designs and naturally dyed linens from Ved Cooks, both of which I handpicked for my homeware site, Glassette. The idea is to create a look that’s special, but also unique and personal. That’s also my aim for the Christmas crackers. It’s become a bit of a tradition for me to make my own. I buy a cheap cracker kit online and get the family to help put them together, before sneaking off to pop gifts inside. Forget keyrings and miniature nail clippers – these are real treats: think tiny bottles of artisan gin and mini versions of beauty products. Another way to instantly boost the festive mood is by playing 32 ELLEDECORATION.CO.UK DECEMBER 2021/JANUARY 2022
around with lighting. Gather lots of candles (Wax Atelier’s collection is a personal favourite) to create a lovely low-level glow, but nothing with too heavy a scent – avoid strong cinnamon or citrus notes. I prefer earthy frankincense-rich musks that make you think of a church altar. Then it’s all about creating a feeling of abundance. I like to turn my whole house into a generous buffet for grazing loved ones. Everywhere you look there will be small bowls of candied peels, chestnuts, pistachios and sugared almonds. Christmas calls for indulgence, after all! Alcohol-wise, there’ll be bubbles in the fridge, but I’m also going to make new signature cocktails. I’m currently obsessed with researching bar menus from restaurants around the world and recreating them at home. My guests can expect to be sampling an alpine liqueur at some point – it’s used in one of my favourite bars, Estela in New York. For many of us, this festive season comes at a time when we are only just getting back into the swing of hosting. But dusting off those social skills and blowing away the conversational cobwebs will be a real pleasure in itself. I can’t wait to turn up the Christmas playlist and watch everybody enjoying each other’s company again. It’s definitely about time…
PICTURES: JON GORRIGAN
‘THE IDEA IS TO CREATE A LOOK THAT’S SPECIAL, BUT ALSO UNIQUE AND PERSONAL’
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Scents of HISTORY A cast of characters, a bouquet of heady aromas and three iconic cities tell the tale of Italian ceramic brand Ginori 1735’s new collection
The ‘LCDC’ home fragrance collection imagines an entourage of characters via incense holders, diffusers and candles
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For Ginori 1735’s new ‘LCDC’ (La Compagnia di Caterina) home forms, but also on references to lucha libre (Mexican wrestling) fragrance collection, the Stockholm-based Italian designer masks, the post-modernist illustrations of French creative polymath Luca Nichetto (pictured) has aimed to satisfy many of the senses: Jean-Paul Goude and the colourful intensity of graffiti art. ‘Sketching all of these kinds of people, I suddenly thought, “Wow, the visual, in terms of the look and feel of the vessel, as well as the atmospheric light it imbues; the olfactory satisfaction of three this looks like Game of Thrones,”’ he laughs (recalling the Hall of seductive scents created by France’s oldest perfume house, Jean Faces scene depicted in the fantasy television drama’s fifth season). Niel; and also the sense of touch, achieved through the artistic Not showing the entire face of each character – cutting off the eyes temerity of fashioning a three-dimensional collection of candles, of the Scholar or the mouth of the Companion, for example – incense burners and a candle snuffer into collectible objets d’art. also lent another layer of intrigue to the collection. ‘I wanted ‘When I design, I like the storytelling to be honest and true,’ Luca each character to feel familiar without having to know the real enthuses of the narrative he crafted identity behind each face,’ says around the extraordinary life of the designer, whose career CV 16th-century Italian noblewoman includes working with prestigious Caterina de’ Medici (Catherine de’ brands such as Foscarini, Byredo Medici) and the historical origins and Hermès. of perfume-making. The collection While the floral notes found is a first for Ginori 1735, the threeamong the Tuscan countryside centuries-old manufacturer, whose inspired the collection’s three past artistic directors have included scents – the airy bergamot, honey Gio Ponti and Giovanni Gariboldi, and cypress notes of ‘Orange with more recent collaborations Renaissance’, the citrusy violet incorporating tableware designed and white wood undertones of with Luke Edward Hall and Off‘Purple Hill’, and the seductively White founder Virgil Abloh. heady nutmeg muskiness of ‘Black Stone’ – they also informed Luca’s So here, Luca has woven a tale of three cities: Florence, where choice of colour palette. Rich glossy Caterina was born (and also the tones of teal, ochre, lavender, ‘WHEN YOU BUY A PIECE OF site of the Marquis Carlo Andrea midnight black and pristine white GINORI 1735, YOU BUY Ginori’s first porcelain factory, have been applied with a traditional founded in 1735); Paris, where she but complicated crystalline glaze A PIECE OF HISTORY’ was sent to marry the Duke of technique that Ginori resurrected Orléans, Henry II, soon becoming the Queen of France and bringing especially for this project, while each piece is also hand-rimmed the tradition of perfume with her; and Venice, the designer’s own with gold, another of the manufacturer’s signature finishing touches. Refills are available for most of the pieces, ensuring their hometown, which, many argue, was where fragrance really began in the 1400s, as the floating city sat at the epicentre of the world’s longevity long after the first candle or batch of incense has burned down. ‘When you buy a piece of Ginori 1735, you buy a piece of trading routes for exotic woods, resins and spices. In this mix, he has conjured up a set of seven characters who history in Italian design and craftsmanship, so you should be able might have formed part of Caterina’s royal court as she ventured to use it for a long time,’ Luca says. But mostly, he hopes people from her Tuscan home to Paris. From the elegantly refined face of will enjoy the light-hearted spirit of fun he has ingrained into ‘La Dama’ (The Lady) to the bust-like scenting totem of ‘Il Letterato’ the collection. ‘Especially in the time we are living now, it’s (The Scholar) and the incense-burning ‘Il Frate’ (The Friar), for very important to be surrounded by objects that make us smile.’ each one Luca drew not only on Ginori 1735’s archive of figurative From £165, ginori1735.com; libertylondon.com
4 OF THE BEST
CANDLES TO KEEP
‘Winter’ candle, £120, Vilshenko (vilshenko.com)
‘Skin Smoothing Love Massage’ ‘On Reflection’ candle and ‘Crystal’ candle, £58, Temperley x Oskia holder, £180, Lee Broom (leebroom.com) (temperleylondon.com)
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‘Augustine’ candle, £135, Moro Dabron (moro-dabron.com)
WORDS: FIONA MCCARTHY PICTURES: MATTHIEU LAVANCHY
Olfactory offerings that retain their allure beyond their initial blaze of glory
LEADING LIGHTS SHIPSHAPE Maritime lanterns were the starting point for Space Copenhagen’s latest lighting pieces for Gubi, but the end results are considerably more sophisticated. Conceived to create a ‘sense of peace and harmony’, the ‘Unbound’ collection contrasts weighty marble bases with delicate linen columns that are fixed off-centre, allowing the shades to orbit their anchors below and create subtle movement. From £498 (gubi.com).
BRIGHT SPARK A founding member of the Milan-based Memphis group of the 1980s, George Sowden has created a modular lighting collection that marries the hallowed design movement’s idiosyncratic looks with impressive practicality. Produced by his own brand Sowden Light, ‘Shades’ comprises a series of colourful elements made from silicone that can be combined in multiple ways to build unique designs. From approx £35 for a table lamp (sowdenlight.com).
Primary concerns Almost 50 years after its debut in 1973, Paolo Rizzatto’s iconic ‘265’ wall light for Flos has been relaunched in a vibrant new guise, ‘Chromatica’. Primary colours have been chosen for each of the design’s components – red for the shade, blue for the arm and yellow for the handle – highlighting their different functions and pleasing geometry. £875 (flos.com).
PICTURES: AMBRA CROCIANI, MARTIN CHUM
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RECHARGEABLE LAMPS
‘Dhala’ rechargeable lamp by Luca Nichetto for Stellar Works, £902 (stellarworks.com)
HAPPY AS A CLAM Up-and-coming design duo Ahm & Lund developed their ‘Clam’ light for the 2019 series of ‘Denmark’s Next Classic’, a TV competition that sees young designers compete to create a future icon. Having scooped first prize, it’s now in production thanks to Fritz Hansen. Inspired by seashells, its hand-blown glass shades can be opened, revealing a softly diffused bulb, or closed, allowing for varying light. From £806 ( fritzhansen.com).
‘Dome Nomad’ portable lamp by Brokis, £1,785, Chaplins (chaplins.co.uk)
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SET IN STONE Pooky’s collection of marble bases adds yet another material into the mix of its eclectic ranges. The ‘Milo’ table lamp, available in pink or white marble, is our highlight – top with the ‘Foglia’ shade for added opulence. Base, £98; shade, £35, Pooky (pooky.com).
The latest collection by sustainable brand Tom Raffield, ‘Verso’ aims to capture the spiraling movement of falling leaves via looping lengths of steam-bent timbers, creating ‘something new and different to appreciate from every angle’, says Raffield. The range comprises three sizes of pendant, two flush-mounted ceiling lights and a floor lamp; they come in ash, oak and walnut. Floor light, £525, Tom Raffield (tomraffield.com).
‘Muse’ portable light by Tala x Farrow & Ball, £275 (tala.co.uk)
‘Manhattan SC52’ portable table lamp by Space Copenhagen for &Tradition, £145 (twentytwentyone.com)
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HANDLE WITH CARE Characterised by an integrated handle that allows the user to adjust the height without touching the shade, Danish architect Hans J. Wegner’s 1962 ‘Pendant’ design for Pandul is an iconic piece. Exclusive to The Conran Shop this season is a dazzling new brass edition. £1,645, The Conran Shop (conranshop.co.uk).
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GLOW GETTER With a mutual love of colour, craft and sculptural form, British designer Adam Nathaniel Furman and lighting brand Curiousa & Curiousa make for an inspired partnership. ‘The Glowbules’, their debut collaboration created for Decorex’s Future Heritage showcase, is testament to that: the series of playful lights has an opalescence reminiscent of strung sweets. From £1,950 for a table lamp (curiousa.co.uk). 40 ELLEDECORATION.CO.UK DECEMBER 2021/JANUARY 2022
From top ‘Light Pipe’, from £1,510; ‘Pill’, from £850; ‘Branch’, from £1,790
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Launched at Design London during London Design Festival, Empty State is the new sister brand from lighting maker Cameron Design House. Its six architectural designs can be configured to suit any space. ‘Branch’, for example, consists of frosted cylindrical glass shades held by a metal framework, and comes in tiered, linear or clustered arrangements. Like the firm’s older sibling, pieces are crafted entirely in the UK from solid materials and can be customised to order (emptystate.com).
Retail’s rising STARS
The best buyers in the business have a knack for spotting and nurturing design talent. Here, they introduce their current protégés Words FIONA MCCARTHY Photography ANDREW URWIN
BRYONY SHERIDAN, buying manager for home and gifting at Liberty, with vintage dealer and designer JERMAINE
GALLACHER Having started in the fashion and accessories buying departments at Liberty 10 years ago, straight from a degree in product design and development at the London College of Fashion, Bryony Sheridan soon realised that buying for the home was her passion. ‘I wanted to bridge the gap between fashion, home and interiors, because I felt that
changing small things within your home to help it evolve over time was similar to adding a new handbag or coat to your wardrobe,’ she explains. With an eagle eye for spotting rising design talent, she recently snapped up Jermaine Gallagher’s zig-zag shaped candlesticks and snuffers, tables and coat hooks for the store. ‘The candlesticks are a particularly perfect “mantlescaping” piece,’ she enthuses. ‘I love them from an aesthetic point of view, but also because there’s nothing else like them on the market.’ For Jermaine, who started in the interiors world running a vintage stall when he was 18 (‘I’m drawn to unusual, memorable things that catch the eye. I love seeing what I can
cheekily get away with,’ he laughs), working with Liberty has been the tipping point in taking his design work more seriously. ‘Bryony has made me think about all the things I wouldn’t normally consider when wholesaling into stores,’ he says. Collections by independent designers such as Jermaine are what ‘make Liberty special’, Bryony adds. ‘We spend a lot of our time nurturing designers like Jermaine – he can call me anytime for help.’ His gain is her gain, she adds. ‘It’s important we stay one step ahead, giving our customers interesting pieces they can play with in a way that helps them to express their personality at home.’ libertylondon.com; jermainegallacher.com
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TYRONE JOSEPH , buying and development manager for Tate Enterprises, and textile designer
KANGAN ARORA A mutual love for celebrating the arts emerged when Tyrone Joseph and Kangan Arora recently came together to create an exclusive homeware and textile collection inspired by the ‘Blavatnik’ check of Tate Modern’s Switch House façade, the scalloped floor tiles of Tate Britain, and the undulating waves of the River Thames. Tyrone, who is responsible for ‘everything to do with print’ for the galleries’ gift shops – postcards, art and custom-made prints, as well as recently transforming Anni Albers’ designs into rugs and accessories – has long wanted to work
with Kangan. Both are Central Saint Martins graduates, enrolled in the same year but never connected until now, 12 years later. For Punjabi-born Kangan, who in the past has also collaborated with Floor Story, Heal’s and Ikea, it was a thrill to create patterns for the Tate, which proffered the potential of becoming, she says, ‘part of the vocabulary of London’. ‘If you live in the capital and you’re creative, you go to the Tate, weekend after weekend – it’s just a part of your life,’ she adds. The range, which includes socks, mugs, pouches, totes and tea towels, exemplifies Tyrone’s aim to create ‘useable, giftable items that relate to art or being creative in some way’. Joining forces with Kangan provided the route to drawing inspiration from the buildings themselves – ‘so recognisable yet so simple’, as he
describes them – as well as reflecting on ‘what the Tate represents’. Dashes of neon, offset with dirtier or duller hues, come as standard in Kangan’s designs. ‘Even if it’s just an accent colour on the tag or buttons, these bright touches symbolise London’s energy alongside which everything else plays,’ she explains. For Tyrone, working with young rising talent is, he says, ‘one of the perks of the job’. ‘There’s a more flexible response when working with new and young designers,’ he continues. ‘I want to know how they want to work and then how we can work together, rather than me telling them what to do, which takes the creativity away.’ Kangan agrees: ‘The scope is wider when you can learn from each other – you end up making something more exciting.’ tate.org; kanganarora.com
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EMILY DUNSTAN, home buyer for Heal’s, introduces artist and furniture-maker
KIERAN LETTS Graduating with a degree in criminology isn’t the most conventional route into furniture buying, but for Emily Dunstan, who started at Loaf before joining Heal’s three-and-a-half years ago, it certainly taught her to keep her eyes peeled. It’s how she discovered Kieran Letts’ wobbly steam-bent mirrors via an Instagram story posted by the furniture designer Sebastian Cox (for whom Kieran is currently working). ‘Giving young talents a platform is important to me – it’s vital to have our finger on the pulse, finding these amazing people for our customers to discover through us – and
‘IT GIVES THEM THE CHANCE TO GROW AND GO ON TO DO INCREDIBLE THINGS’ that’s where social media gives us the chance to find talent that might otherwise go under our radar,’ she enthuses. Steam bending had played a key role in Kieran’s materials practice during his fine-art degree at Goldsmiths, University of London, where he used it to make ‘a sculptural stance on the picture frame, designed for images I’d taken or drawn’, he explains. In need of a gift for his partner’s birthday, he decided to make a curvy frame with a mirror in it. ‘The reception was really encouraging,’ he recalls. So much so that he launched a set of curvy frames to great response during LDF last year. Drawn to Kieran’s ‘amazing craftsmanship’, Emily chose to stock his ‘Coastal’ mirror design at Heal’s – it ties perfectly with her search for unique pieces. ‘Mirrors are usually rectangular or round, so these ones really reinvent a classic idea,’ she says. ‘Plus they have a sustainability angle, because they’re made in the UK using British elm.’ Giving makers like Kieran exposure via a platform like the Heal’s Discovers programme also offers them the chance ‘to learn, grow and go on to do incredible things on their own, with Heal’s and other retailers,’ adds Emily. For Kieran, being championed by the retailer this year has left him both ‘grateful and surprised’, he admits. ‘I’ve always made things that feel personal, so to see how much Emily cares about the same things as I do really feels like a big step forward in terms of my future.’ heals.com; kieranletts.com DECEMBER 2021/JANUARY 2022 ELLEDECORATION.CO.UK 45
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‘I CAN SEE THINGS MAYBE THEY CAN’T. I GET SATISFACTION FROM THE BOUNCING OF IDEAS BETWEEN US’
CAMPBELL THOMPSON, head of furniture and lighting at The Conran Shop, and industrial designer
FRANK WINTER Fostering talent like the recently graduated designer Frank Winter, winner of The Conran Design Award for his ‘Workshop System’ collection in 2020, goes all the way back to the late Sir Terence Conran, the design emporium’s charismatic and groundbreaking founder. ‘It’s something he was always involved in, working with the likes of Russell Pinch, Thomas Heatherwick and Sebastian Cox in the infancy of their careers,’ says Campbell Thompson, whose own past
experience includes working with Skandium, Ligne Roset and Harrods. ‘So now it’s part of our DNA.’ Frank’s design for a coffee table – inspired by looking at the way picture frames are joined – intentionally exposes how the wooden frame supporting the glass top inserts neatly into the tubular metal leg. ‘By not hiding this small detail, it allows people to understand my thought process and maybe changes the way they look at and appreciate the design,’ he says. ‘It really ticked the box for me,’ enthuses Campbell. ‘It’s a simple idea and it won’t be too hard or too expensive to make. It shows great design integrity.’ Bringing such fresh talent into the fold not only helps to grow what the retailer offers in its own collections, but also ‘attracts different audiences, especially younger customers’, Campbell adds.
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‘Younger designers are living in a different time with a different perspective, absorbing a huge volume of inspiration via social media, so it sparks different thoughts; but with my experience I can see things maybe they can’t. I get a lot of satisfaction from the bouncing of ideas between us.’ Campbell wanted to add a diverse mix of products, at accessible price points but ‘with potentially the same distinctive silhouette as the icons have’, and this is what led him to Frank’s collection. For an up-and-coming designer, The Conran Shop’s support is invaluable. ‘If you haven’t had much experience or you don’t have many connections, it can be hard to get your work noticed,’ says Frank. ‘This prize is an opportunity to get my foot in the door and to work with some very talented people.’ conranshop.co.uk
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BODIL KJAER The Danish architect whose functionalist philosophy is reflected in her solid, cube-like designs Simple, strong and no-nonsense: three qualities that sum up the work of Danish architect and designer Bodil Kjaer (born 1932), who is known for her versatile furniture in boxy shapes. Her style is what you might expect from a woman who grew up on a Jutland farm and is inspired by modernist masters such as Mies van der Rohe – every piece is functional and stripped of superfluous details. Kjaer’s furniture grew out of her architectural explorations, and she describes it as ‘elements of architecture’. Kjaer studied in London, Denmark and the United States before opening her own studio in Copenhagen in 1960. Her early experience designing public buildings led to a period creating furniture between 1955 and 1963, including office furnishings. These pieces weren’t initially intended for general production, but when architects including Paul Rudolph and Marcel Breuer began specifying them for their projects, they were put on sale. One of these office designs, a 1959 desk for the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, now produced by Karakter, achieved cinematic greatness. A slimline timber platform floating atop a light chrome frame, it was dubbed ‘the most beautiful desk in the world’ and appeared in three James Bond films. Kjaer’s furniture, she explained, was big because it was made to suit the human frame; she had no interest in a chair that was more important than the person sitting in it. Her ‘Indoor-Outdoor’ teak furniture (1959), now manufactured by Carl Hansen & Søn, is a prime example of this. Cube shapes are a recurring theme in Kjaer’s work, as seen in her wooden serving cart and nest of tables, both designed for her own home in 1963. Sometimes, her cubic forms take on a translucent quality. The acrylic and glass
Clockwise from above ‘Office Desk’, from £5,492 (karakter-copenhagen.com); wooden ‘Serving Cart’, from £2,642 (cassina.com); ‘Crosses’ vases by Holmegaard, from £60 (panik-design.com); ‘Principal’ chair, from £1,162 (karakter-copenhagen.com); ‘Cross-Plex’ table lamp, from £357 (fritzhansen.com)
‘Cross-Plexi’ table (1959), produced by Karakter, echoes the lightness of mid-century-modern architecture, as does her Plexiglas ‘CrossPlex’ table lamp, which resembles a miniature building. In 2017, Holmegaard reissued the ‘Crosses’ glass vase (1961), a cruciform shape that makes flowers appear as though they are growing in nature; it’s intended for wild flowers, not formal bouquets. From 1965 to 1979, Kjaer worked as an architect in London. For a while, she joined engineering practice Arup, where she planned spaces for Penguin Books and the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge. She also spent time teaching. Today, she lives in Denmark, in a simply decorated home. bodilkjaer.com 48 ELLEDECORATION.CO.UK DECEMBER 2021/JANUARY 2022
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EVERY PIECE OF FURNITURE IS FUNCTIONAL AND STRIPPED OF SUPERFLUOUS DETAILS
DESIGN DNA
‘MAH JONG’ SOFA BY ROCHE BOBOIS This 1970s design, inspired by the Chinese game, set the standard for what a sofa could be. Now reissued to celebrate its 50th anniversary, its legacy lives on In the 1970s, laid-back, low-level furniture reigned supreme, and the ‘Mah Jong’ sofa by Roche Bobois was a trailblazer for the trend. Its German designer, Hans Hopfer (left; 1931-2009), was also a painter and sculptor, and is regarded as the pioneer of ‘seating landscapes’: modular floor cushions that could be reconfigured at will to form customised seating arrangements. The ‘Mah Jong’, which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, is the most famous of Hopfer’s creative experiments. The design is inspired by the Chinese game mahjong, in which players compete to form sets of tiles. The sofa consists of three basic elements that can be combined or stacked to create anything from a lounge chair to a large sofa or bed. What made Hopfer’s idea radical was the way it placed the user in an interactive role, empowering them to become the designer. The ‘Mah Jong’ was born from a meeting between Hopfer and Philippe Roche, co-founder (with his brother François) of the Roche Bobois brand. Its success coincided with a surge in television ownership in the 1970s that was driving new attitudes to seating in the home: no longer a stiff parlour piece, the sofa had become an everyday essential, with comfort a priority. Hopfer would go on to create several classic sofas for Roche Bobois, but the ‘Mah Jong’ remains the most celebrated – and is still a bestseller. To mark its half-century, it’s being reissued in exciting new formats that incorporate floating platforms, side tables and shelves. They’re proof that a great design always has the potential for reinvention. roche-bobois.com
T H E M A K I N G O F A N I C O N Entirely handmade pieces help to
elevate the sofa to new heights of artistic excellence Fittingly for a design that has a strong fashion element, the ‘Mah Jong’ sofa is made entirely by hand in an Italian workshop that crafts furniture in a similar way to haute couture. The mattress-style cushions are individually hand-stitched to create their signature plump quilting and precisely angled, intersecting shapes. This process gives an artisanal quality to the design that enhances its timeless appeal.
Hans Hopfer’s original design of the sofa (above) was upholstered in simple materials, but today the sofa is hand-stitched (left) and has been dressed, throughout the years, in on-trend designer fabrics (right)
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The ‘Mah Jong’ sofa with upholstery by the fashion designer Kenzo Takada
W H Y I T ’ S N O W A timeless design revived with modern shapes and patterns It may be 50 years old, but the ‘Mah Jong’ sofa is still as fashionable as it was when it was created back in the 1970s. Not only can it be found in the homes of A-list celebrities – with fans including supermodel Gigi Hadid and rapper Drake – but it could also be spotted at this year’s Oscars ceremony, offering cosy respite for the Hollywood elite. The VIP lounge (below) at the award show’s screening in Union Station, Los Angeles, was designed by the Rockwell Group and featured the ‘Mah Jong’ in a newly launched guise. Placed on a platform with recessed legs, it now appears to be floating lightly above the ground, with ledges serving as side tables and updated upholstery by Roche Bobois’ long-time collaborators Jean Paul Gaultier, Missoni Home and Kenzo Takada.
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B R E A K O U T M O M E N T S Creative collaborations invite artists to make the iconic sofa their own canvas Roche Bobois is renowned for its spirit of creative freedom, collaborating with a range of international artists and fashion designers. It’s no surprise then, that the endless versatility of the ‘Mah Jong’ has been explored by venerated figures including Jean Paul Gaultier, Missoni Home and Kenzo Takada (below). The latter designer’s East-meets-West elegance is the perfect match for this piece, his colourful upholstery fusing stripes and oriental florals. Other artists have pushed the boundaries even further: in 2015, French street artist Alias Ipin spray-painted himself against the sofa cushions, creating a ‘self portrait’ in silhouette (right). And in 2019, Portuguese artist Joana Vasconcelos highlighted the sofa’s playful nature with the addition of candy-coloured cushions shaped like boiled sweets.
THE ‘MAH JONG’ SOFA HAS REMAINED FRESH THANKS TO REGULAR REINVENTIONS Kenzo Takada (left) pictured at home on the ‘Mah Jong’ sofa and street artist Alias Ipin’s spray-painted self-portrait (above)
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Few chefs have shaped London’s food scene like New Zealandborn Margot Henderson. Fans of her unfussy, produce-led cooking followed her from The French House dining room, which she founded in 1992 with husband Fergus Henderson, to beloved Shoreditch restaurant Rochelle Canteen, which also serves as a base for catering company Arnold & Henderson. She’s the author of You’re All Invited: Margot’s Recipes for Entertaining, and was awarded an OBE in the 2021 honours list. arnoldandhenderson.com The first album I loved was Pearl by Janis Joplin. I was about eight or nine, and I’d close all the doors in the sitting room and dance for hours. I didn’t really understand the words – it was more her energy and soul. It was the beginning of a life-long love affair. My all-time favourite piece of music is Bob Dylan’s Like a Rolling Stone. I dance, drive and cook to Bob. This song is a timeless, beautiful piece of poetry and I never tire of it. I’m currently enjoying the Stack Radio App. I’ve been listening to Pauline Daly’s guest mix tape, which is full of gems from New Order to Siouxsie and the Banshees. The book that changed my life is Nose to Tail Eating (6) by [my husband] Fergus Henderson. He taught us to cook on the bone, to cook gently, and to respect the whole animal. I also love Edmonds Cookery Book – a classic found in every New Zealand household – and Simon Hopkinson’s dreamy Roast Chicken and Other Stories (5). I return over and over to his love of gentle, classic cooking. At the moment I’m reading My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante. The pain of these young relationships is almost unbearable sometimes. 52 ELLEDECORATION.CO.UK DECEMBER 2021/JANUARY 2022
My favourite film is Jane Campion’s The Piano (4), which was so wild and moving when it came out. I loved all the rain and that sex scene with Harvey Keitel, when he puts his finger into the ripped hole in her tights. Another great New Zealand film is Hunt for the Wilderpeople (1), which is an uplifting jaunt through the bush. The young lad is brilliant. Where do they find kids like that? My most-loved museum is The National Gallery. As a young family we lived in Covent Garden and I would often take my kids to fill an hour or two. Jacopo Tintoretto’s The Origin of the Milky Way (3), a story of breast milk making the Milky Way, is so lush and voluptuous it takes your breath away. The children loved ‘the tiger painting’, Henri Rousseau’s Surprised!. The best exhibition I’ve seen was a Sarah Lucas retrospective at The New Museum in New York called Au Naturel (7). A retrospective is an emotional experience. The art comes together saying different things as it ages along with you. I have a few collections. Lots of cookbooks, which I love flicking through. Plants, too – I’m a terrible gardener but very enthusiastic. I also have a drawer full of gorgeous knives from around the world. My favourite place in the world is Paris (8). The food, the streets, the bars, the galleries. It’s a feast for the senses. Le Baratin, Chez Georges and Le Clown are some of my favourite restaurants. Festive traditions? Fergus and I always try to go for Japanese at our favourite restaurant Ikeda – the food is a joy – and to Quo Vadis (2), which is a place to meet up with old friends and let your hair down. We had a caviar party last year, with a large pot of caviar, crème fraîche and plain crisps. I hope that becomes a tradition.
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TOWER OF INVENTION Glenmorangie produces all its single-malt whisky from a 200-year-old distillery in Tain, in the Scottish Highlands. With the opening of two new buildings, designed by French studio Barthélémy Griño, the company now has an opportunity to innovate. The all-glass tower, known as the Lighthouse, functions as a research laboratory. Meanwhile, a new factory brings state-ofthe-art technology to the whisky production process. (barthelemygrino.com).
ONE FOR THE BOOKS Originally a cowshed, this brick barn located on Stanbridge Mill Farm in Dorset has been converted into a library for the owner's beloved book collection, which includes a section on Palladian architecture. London-based Crawshaw Architects carried this inspiration through to the interior design, creating a barrel-vaulted nave that divides the interior into different zones for browsing and studying. The design also respects the building’s past, with material joints that celebrate farm carpentry and metalwork techniques (crawshawarchitects.co.uk).
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COOKING UP IDEAS Bringing an architect’s level of precision to a kitchen design just got a whole lot easier. Architecture and design studio From Works has launched a sister company, From Kitchens, which specialises in bespoke contemporary designs. Founders Adam Eckworth and Darren Hancock work with natural and highquality materials to create robust kitchens that celebrate clean lines and minimal detailing (fromkitchens.co.uk).
Black and white A monochrome palette has been used to striking effect in this renovation of a Victorian terrace in Balham, south London. Locally based JAAM Architects designed a rear extension faced in both burnt and silvered Scottish larch. This cladding is set at 45-degree angles and mitred, creating 3D geometries that enhance the feeling of depth. This façade also integrates huge sliding glass doors that wrap the corner, allowing the owners to open up their dining space to the garden ( jaamarchitects.co.uk). DECEMBER 2021/JANUARY 2022 ELLEDECORATION.CO.UK 55
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Indigenous’ new Japanese-style ‘Ofuro’ bathtub is designed for a different type of bathing experience. Handmade from untreated, aromatic cedar, its steep-sided shape is made for a contemplative deep soak rather than washing, and encourages an upright, rather than reclined, position. It’s also suitable for outdoor use, for the ultimate natural bathing ritual. £7,880 (indigenous.co.uk).
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‘Edition 90 Square’ is the latest line of brassware by bathroom specialist Keuco. Characterised by precise 90-degree angles, crisp lines and chrome surfaces, pieces have an architectural, Bauhaus-esque look. The range includes three singlelever mixers, a bidet fitting and accessories including towel rails. From £524 for a single-lever basin mixer tap (keuco.com).
Working out how much cupboard space you will need depends on how you use the kitchen. That said, there are rules of thumb for things like how many pan drawers the average kitchen needs. Each design reflects the homeowner’s priorities, and the size of the space dictates how much storage there can be. Open shelves are great for providing storage without the density of material that comes with wall cabinetry. If what is on display is intentionally curated, they will look lovely and reflect the homeowner’s character. They are also useful, with quick access to items. A larder is the best way to store consumables. They are designed so you can easily access the contents, so height is important. In theory, any kitchen can accommodate one, but if you have a small kitchen you may have to compromise. Having a worktop nearby is handy so you can transfer the ingredients to that surface (pluck.kitchen).
SQUARE DEAL Squares have recently outranked the ubiquitous metro as the tile of choice for bathrooms and kitchens – and Claybrook’s new ‘Macaron’ collection is proof that the simple shape is more than capable of creating real impact. Available in six sultry shades, including ‘Raspberry’ (pictured), its semi-matt finish lends a softer look compared to glossy glazes. £1.25 each (claybrookstudio.co.uk). DECEMBER 2021/JANUARY 2022 ELLEDECORATION.CO.UK 57
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ff the beaten track in Hawkhurst on the Sussex-Kent borders is Water Lane, a one-acre walled garden housing beautifully restored Grade II-listed Victorian glasshouses and a recently transformed peaceful but active flower and vegetable garden and restaurant created by its new custodians, Nick Selby and Ian James. In what were grounds of the Tongswood Estate, now an independent school, Selby and James have opened an unexpected and magical oasis since they moved in February 2021. Water Lane is part home to the couple – a modest two-bedroom bothy – and part thriving garden business, all of it a spontaneous adventure for the pair who founded the fashionable gourmet Primrose Hill grocer Melrose & Morgan in 2004. ‘I’ve always loved gardening,’ says Gloucestershire-born co-founder James, ‘but we lived in a basement flat in Hackney for 22 years with no outside space. Having brought in an investor for Melrose & Morgan in 2018, we knew we’d need a new venture and preferably one away from London after we’d eased our way out of the business.’ A conversation with a friend who introduced them to the floral stylist Flora Starkey led to James researching small-scale flower farming and the realisation that this had career and life potential. An online RHS course and nine months of volunteering at Wolves Lane Flower Company later, and an idea was born. ‘We found this place on Rightmove,’ says Dorset-born Selby, who leads the creative side and the restaurant alongside head chef Jed Wrobel. ‘There was an existing nursery, but it looked like it had been mothballed during lockdown. We loved it when we visited and raced home to write a business plan. We knew we wanted to reinvent it but hold on to its wonderful heritage.’ Since they began work in May 2021, they have hand-laid rows of no-dig beds for organically grown vegetables and fruit, overseen by head gardener Linda Herbert, and a large and lush selection of flowers, overseen by James. The imposing glasshouses include a carnation house and pelargonium and melon houses, among others. There’s propagating, drying, growing. Design-wise, what Selby and James bring to this very British rustic setting is their pared-back urban aesthetic, which stops this place ever looking twee. ‘We love juxtaposing old and new with a light modern feel,’ explains Selby. The restaurant, which serves seasonal British food, much of it from the garden, is nestled under a vast peaked tent, which Selby jokingly refers to looking ‘like something Zaha Hadid might have designed’. Tables and chairs, designed by VG&P, are crafted from recycled plastics and hemp – aligning with Selby and James’s sustainable principles. An adjacent shipping container and Portuguesemade woodfired oven bring an aspect of theatre. ‘We wanted to capture that sense of looking out and seeing on your plate what we’ve grown right there. There’s also a lovely, cocooned feel you get from being within the walls of the garden.’ Menus have been designed by the Swedish illustrator Malin Rosenqvist and, along with daily menu updates, also feature charming details such as that day’s weather, what food is in season and gardening tips. Workshops with the Kent-based ceramicist Kate Monckton and flower arranging with Bloom & Burn founder Graeme Corbett have been a huge hit, and food not grown within the walls is mostly sourced from local suppliers. With the pair’s pedigree from Melrose & Morgan, a retail space was also inevitable. A shop, inside the vinery by the potting house where the restaurant kitchen has been installed, sells cut flowers from the garden, enamel tableware, oak cutting boards, natural vegetable-dyed napkins and pickled goods alongside nursery plants and festive wreaths to browse. ‘It’s contemporary and thoughtful,’ says Selby. ‘We’ve been careful with what we present. Everything is British and mostly local. Everything should be useful, like gardening tools or utensils for the kitchen. We want to be considerate with consumption.’ waterlane.net; bloomandburnflowers.com
Sloe and wood sorrel sours
Nick Selby (left) and Ian James have combined their passion for food and gardening to create Water Lane
Opposite ‘Cornice’ linen tablecloth in ‘Rust Red’, £435, Summerill & Bishop (summerillandbishop.com). ‘Long Lunch Stripe’ napkins, £15 each; handmade breakfast plates, £20 each; ‘Oro’ tumblers, £20 each, all Late Afternoon (lateafternoon.co.uk). Raffia placemats, £16 each; washed linen napkins, £10, all Toast (toa.st). Round placemat in ‘Mustard & Natural’, £24; ‘Officina’ candleholder by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec for Magis, from £97, all The Conran Shop (conranshop.co.uk). ‘Milky’ stoneware plates, £142 for a set of six; ‘Age De Fer’ cutlery, from £7.50 per piece, all Caravane (caravane.co.uk). ‘Terra Cuff’ napkin rings, £160 for four, L’Objet (uk.l-objet.com). ‘Karis’ votive, £10, Abigail Ahern (abigailahern.com). ‘Sandscape’ candleholders, £35 each, Objects & Finds (objectsandfinds.com). Hand-dipped candles, from £16 for a pair, Wax Atelier (waxatelier.com). ‘Bohemia’ glass jug, £95, Artemis Deco (artemisdeco.com). Glass baubles by Iittala, from £28 each, Panik Design (panik-design.com). ‘Paperpulp Terra’ jugs by Debbie Wijskamp, from £69 each, Flow Gallery (flowgallery.co.uk). ‘Latte’ chairs, £245 each, Very Good & Proper (verygoodandproper.co.uk) Top right ‘Perfection’ cocktail glasses, £77 for a set of six, Nordic Nest (nordicnest.com)
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‘EVERYTHING IN THE RESTAURANT IS BRITISH AND MOSTLY LOCAL’ Scallop, celeriac purée, apple and pepper dulse
Chicory with hedgehog mushrooms and drunk cranberries, with a blue cheese and hazelnut crumb
Top left All tableware as before Bottom left (from left) ‘Oro’ tumbler, £20, Late Afternoon (lateafternoon.co.uk). ‘Dimpled’ glass in ‘Amber’, £15, The Conran Shop (conranshop.co.uk). ‘Bohemia’ tumbler in ‘Amber’, £15, Artemis Deco (artemis deco.com). Slab built bowl by Tim Lake, £120, Flow Gallery (flowgallery. co.uk). Above ‘Herringbone’ napkin in ‘Mustard’, £21.50, The Edition 94 (theedition94.com). All other tableware as before Opposite ‘White Wash’ dinner plate by Wonki Ware, £30, Toast (toa.st). Stoneware bowl by Tim Lake, £60 for a set of two, Flow Gallery (flowgallery.co.uk). All other tableware as before
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Duck legs, carrots, beets and red cabbage
Chocolate and pear pavlova
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H O W W E H O S T. . .
Water Lane founders Nick Selby and Ian James share their festive to-do list Post-pandemic, we’re feeling a great need to be with dear friends around a table. The mood is one of conviviality and warmth for us, less about any ostentatious displays. We’ll be decorating with what we have around us, such as holly branches, evergreens and berries. We’ve also been drying dahlias, which we’ll add to dried seed heads. We love displaying bowls of overflowing seasonal fruits, such as pomegranate and leafy clementines.
‘HOSTING SHOULD BRING THEATRE AT THIS TIME OF YEAR’
We plan to decorate our table with simple runners and modern, pared-back ceramics, along with classic Finnish Hackman cutlery. We’re fans of tradition at Christmas, so a homemade wreath on the door and place settings at the table. A centrepiece is also a lovely thing. It could be flowers or even a simple bowl of pine cones. We always think that hosting should bring with it a little theatre at this time of year, so we like to start with the most evocative sense: scent. The plan is to have beautiful, natural beeswax candles and plenty of fragrant, homemade evergreen garlands to drape along the shelves. For New Year’s Eve, we go for more of a grazing table with sharing platters arranged at different heights – people can wander over and help themselves. It makes for more of a party atmosphere. We’ll be decorating with a Kate Monckton candelabra, which is handmade locally. A mistake people often make is creating menus that require them to be in the kitchen when friends arrive. If food is mostly prepped, you can just run things through the oven and bring them to the table. Melting cheese pots feel nicely decadent – we’ll serve them with homemade rye biscuits.
Bloom & Burn founder Graeme Corbett hosts flower arranging workshops at Water Lane
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RECIPES FOR A FAMILY FEAST
Prepare a delicious meal in advance with these showstopping in-season sharing dishes, taken directly from the Water Lane kitchen…
T H E C O C K TA I L SLOE AND WOOD SORREL SOUR (Makes enough for 8 martini glasses) Wood sorrel has a green apple and lemon flavour and is refreshing in this woodland-inspired cocktail. Advice on how to forage wood sorrel is available at wildfooduk.com or you could order via the Bello Wild Food app, which will deliver directly to your door. Ingredients M 300ml sloe gin M 100ml lemon juice M 20g wood sorrel heads, plus 8 heads to garnish M 4 egg whites Method 1 Pour the gin, lemon juice and the wood sorrel (about 30 heads) into a cocktail shaker. 2 Stir the egg whites with a fork to loosen and add it to the shaker. 3 Shake hard to froth up the egg white, add a good handful of ice and shake again. 4 Once the outside of the shaker is cold, strain into a chilled glass filled with ice and garnish each glass with a wood sorrel head.
THE CANAPÉ CHICORY WITH HEDGEHOG MUSHROOMS AND DRUNK CRANBERRIES WITH A BLUE CHEESE AND HAZELNUT CRUMB (serves 8) Festively hued red chicory is a perfect boat shape, ready to be filled. One of our favourite blue cheeses at Water Lane is Pevensey Blue from nearby Heathfield in East Sussex. A creamy, Gorgonzola-style cheese, it is delicious with the fruit and nuts against the bitter foil of the chicory. Ingredients M 60g butter M 60ml light olive oil M 1 large onion (thinly sliced) M 500g hedgehog* mushrooms (cleaned, diced) (*known to local greengrocers as pied de mouton) M 3 cloves garlic (crushed with skins on) M Salt and pepper M 50g parsley (finely chopped) M 150g hazelnuts (roasted and crushed) M 150g fresh breadcrumbs M 150g Pevensey Blue cheese (available from Neal’s Yard Dairy) M 200ml Cointreau M 150g dried cranberries (unsweetened) M 3 heads of red chicory (separated into leaves Method 1 Preheat your oven to 190°C. 2 In a small saucepan, melt 30g butter and 30ml of olive oil and slowly caramelise the onion with a pinch of salt until golden brown and soft. 3 In a roasting tray, mix the mushrooms, garlic, salt, pepper and the remaining butter and oil. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes, mixing regularly until golden. When cool, add the parsley. 4 Turn the oven down to 160°C and roast the hazelnuts for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Crush to a crumb. 5 Roast the breadcrumbs until golden, combine with the hazelnuts and then sprinkle the Pevensey Blue cheese over the top. Roast for a further 5 minutes, mixing well from time to time. 6 While the nuts, breadcrumbs and cheese mixture is cooling, add the Cointreau to a small saucepan and heat until hot, but not boiling. Add the dried cranberries and simmer for 2 minutes, then remove from the heat to fully absorb the alcohol. 7 To serve, place the chicory leaves in a single layer on a platter. To each leaf add the caramelised onion, mushrooms, drunk cranberries and finally the Pevensey Blue cheese and hazelnut crumb.
T H E S TA R T E R SCALLOP, CELERIAC PURÉE, APPLE AND PEPPER DULSE (serves 8) A little seafood decadence can never go amiss over the festive period. Serve these delicious scallops in their shells piled high on your favourite platter. They can be made ahead of guests arriving. Keep them in the fridge after stage 7 below, then just blast them in the oven ahead of serving. Pepper dulse (a type of seaweed known as the truffle of the sea) adds a tang to the scallops, but if you can’t source it, try a sprinkle of seaweed salt, or even crispy fried chorizo. Ingredients M 50g butter M 20ml light olive oil M 1 medium celeriac (peeled and diced into 2cm pieces) M 150ml double cream M 24 scallops (in their shells, ask your local fishmonger to gut and clean them) M 3 red eating apples (cut into matchstick-sized pieces) M 1 lemon, juiced M 50g pepper dulse (cleaned and chopped) Method To make the celeriac purée 1 Melt the butter in a large pan with the olive oil. Add the celeriac with a large pinch of salt and cover with a cartouche or scrunched-up baking paper, then put the lid on. 2 Cook gently for 20 minutes, stirring regularly, until the celeriac is very soft and starting to collapse. If it starts to stick, add a splash of water to the pan. 3 In a separate pan, bring the double cream to the boil. Combine the cream and cooked celeriac in a blender and process until smooth. To cook the scallops 4 Preheat oven to 240°C. 5 Prep the apple into matchsticks, adding drops of lemon juice to prevent discolouring. 6 Rinse the dulse, then roughly chop. Brush the scallops with a little oil and season. 7 Spoon a tablespoon of the celeriac purée onto the bottom of each reserved scallop shell and bed the seasoned scallop meat into the purée. 8 Roast in the oven for 10 minutes. 9 To serve, garnish with the apple pieces and a sprinkle of the chopped pepper dulse.
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THE DESSERT
THE MAIN EVENT DUCK LEGS, CARROTS, BEETS & RED CABBAGE (serves 8) These legs are happy cooking in the oven well ahead of serving time. Once ready, they can be chilled until they are ready to reheat once everyone is seated. Serve with a bitter winter leaf salad and segmented orange pieces, plus plenty of crispy roast potatoes. Ingredients M 20g butter M 3 leeks (sliced into 1-inch pieces) M 16 heritage carrots (peeled and halved) M 8 small beetroots (washed and halved) M 1 small red cabbage (shredded) M 150g bundle of hard herbs (thyme, rosemary and sage) tied with string, plus 3 fresh bay leaves M 1 star anise M Half a cinnamon stick M 8 duck legs, well-seasoned with salt and pepper M 1 litre chicken stock (hot) M 500ml apple juice (hot) Method 1 In a large saucepan, melt the butter with a large pinch of salt and sweat the leeks on a low heat until translucent, then place in a roasting tray large enough to hold the duck legs. 2 Heat the oven to 150°C. 3 Add the carrots, beetroot and red cabbage to a deep-sided, sturdy roasting tray in layers, seasoning each layer, before adding the herbs, spices and finally the duck legs, skin side up. 4 Combine the chicken stock and apple juice and pour into the tray until the duck legs are almost submerged. 5 Tightly cover the tray with tin foil and roast for 3½ hours. 6 Once cooked, remove the duck legs and skim the duck fat from the remaining juices and keep the vegetables warm. 7 Further roast the duck legs at 240°C for about 5 minutes, until golden and crisp, before serving with the vegetables.
CHOCOLATE AND PEAR PAVLOVA This recipe can be made ahead of guests arriving. Make the three different components, storing the meringue in an airtight container, and the pears and cream in the fridge. Simply assemble and serve. Any extra syrup from the poaching liquor is delicious mixed with Champagne or sparkling wine to make a spiced pear bellini. Ingredients For the poached pears M 1 litre water M 300g demerara sugar M 4 cloves M 1 vanilla pod (split lengthways) M 6 allspice berries M 6 fresh bay leaves M 6 long strips of lemon peel M 6 conference pears, peeled, cored and halved For the meringue M 200g egg whites (approximately 5 large eggs) M 400g caster sugar M ½ tsp vinegar M 1 tsp cornflour M 2 tbsp cocoa powder, sifted For the cream M 500ml double cream M 1 tbsp cocoa powder M 1 tsp ground cinnamon Method 1 Heat the water and dissolve the sugar into it. Add all the aromatics (cloves, vanilla pods, allspice berries, bay leaves, lemon peel). 2 Place the pears in the mixture and gently poach for about 20-30 mins, or until soft and translucent. 3 Remove the pears from the pan and leave to cool. Continue simmering the poaching liquor, reducing by three-quarters until it is sticky and intensely flavoured. Chill the pears and syrup until ready to serve. 4 Heat the oven to 160°C 5 To make the meringue, beat the egg whites and caster sugar together in an electric mixer on a medium speed for 10 minutes, then increase to high speed for another 5 mins until glossy.
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6 Mix in the vinegar and cornflour on a low speed, then add 1tbsp of cocoa powder. 7 Before removing from the mixing bowl, sift the final 1 tbsp of cocoa powder over the surface of the meringue mix. Using a large metal spoon, loosely fold it in with two or three gentle movements to create a marbled effect. 8 Spoon the meringue mix onto a lined baking tray in a roughly 20cm circle, leaving a well in the middle. Place in the oven and reduce heat to 120°C and cook for 1½ hours or until crisp. After the cooking time, turn the oven off and allow to cool with the door closed. At this stage the meringue can be left to fully cool for 3 hours (or even overnight) in the oven. 9 When ready to serve, lightly whip the cream, sifting in 1 tbsp of cocoa powder and the cinnamon. Assemble by gently spooning it onto the centre of the pavlova, followed by the pears. Drizzle with a little of the reserved pear syrup and garnish with fresh bay leaves.
‘MAKE THE DESSERT AHEAD OF GUESTS ARRIVING’
GIFT GUIDE 2021
MAXIMALIST If their taste is ‘more is more’, these prominent pieces – opulently decorated or striking in shade – are sure to appeal
‘Wiggle’ candlesticks, £52 each, Bias Editions (biaseditions.com)
‘Living in Colour: Colour in contemporary interior design’ by Phaidon Editors, £29.95, Phaidon (phaidon.com)
‘Linnea Andersson’ wool blanket in ‘Lilac’, £69, Arket (arket.com)
‘Coloniale Métaphore Ball’ vase by Vincent Darré, £5,388, The Invisible Collection (theinvisiblecollection.com)
‘Rainbow Rosa’ espresso cup, £120 for set of two, La DoubleJ (ladoublej.com)
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‘Sky Tripper Checker’ bag by Baggu, £14, Goodhood (goodhoodstore.com)
‘Candy Jar’ by Malin Pierre, £280, Selfridges (selfridges.com)
‘Poured’ platter dish by Troels Flensted, £420, Aben (aben.as)
‘Arcade’ boxes, from £98, Jonathan Adler (uk.jonathanadler.com)
‘Chiavi Oro e Losanghe’ stool, £1,080, Fornasetti (fornasetti.com)
‘Amaranthine’ velvet cushion in ‘Jadeite’, £165, House of Hackney (houseofhackney.com)
‘Rainbow’ lacquered ice bucket, £285, Matilda Goad (matildagoad.com)
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MINIMALIST Delight devotees of stripped-back style with designs that combine clean lines, pastel hues, geometric forms and low-key finishes
‘Anden Caddy’, £550, Anden (madebyanden.co.uk)
‘Skittle’ hip flask by Lund, £35, V&A Dundee (shop.vandadundee.org)
‘Triangle’ table lamp, £119, Ciel Shop (cielshopinteriors.com)
‘Wave’ tray by Cara \ Davide for Muuto, £179 (muuto.com)
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‘Arcs’ candle holders by Muller Van Severen for Hay, from approx £30 (hay.dk)
‘Brutes Ceramics’ mug, £30, Smith & Goat (smithandgoat.co.uk)
‘Pure New Wool’ blanket in ‘Bold Black’, £175, Tekla (teklafabrics.com)
‘Stool 60 ColoRing’ stool by Alvar Aalto for Artek, £378 (artek.fi)
‘Nimbe’ mirror trinket pot, £388, Ligne Roset (ligne-roset.com)
‘Canvas’ desk tidy (elements sold individually), from £45, Raawii (raawii.eu)
‘Recycled Wool Beanie’ hat, £75, Ganni (ganni.com)
‘Unison’ ceramic carafe, approx £85, Schneid Studio (schneidstudio.com)
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LUXE
Spoil the one who likes the finer things in life with these artisanal objects of desire, crafted from earthy riches, marble, glass, silk and leather
‘James’ bar cart by Yabu Pushelberg for Stellar Works, £2,306 (stellarworks.com)
‘Miles’ marble task lamp, £178, Anthropologie (anthropologie.com)
‘Holiday Collection’ votive trio by Boy Smells, £67, Space NK (spacenk.com)
‘Laurent Cerulean’ unisex silk pyjamas, £520, Olivia von Halle (oliviavonhalle.com)
‘Stevie’ ceramic vase in ‘Charcoal’ by Marloe Marloe, £235, Net-a-Porter (net-a-porter.com)
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‘Extra Large High Gloss Lacquer’ tray in ‘Deep Red’, £285, De Rosee Sa (deroseesa.com)
Jewellery box, £275, Anissa Kermiche (anissakermiche.com)
‘Riviere’ Murano glassware set, £545, Armani Casa (armani.com)
‘Special’ silk eye mask by More Joy by Christopher Kane, £60, Amara (amara.com)
‘Interconnect’ candle holder in polished brass by Colin King for Menu, approx £353 (menuspace.com)
‘Mumbai Noise’ eau de parfum, £178, Byredo (byredo.com)
‘Tetbury’ stool in leather, £795, Soho Home (sohohome.com)
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CLASSIC
Mid-century aficionados, vintage mavens and those who feel an affinity with eras gone by will all appreciate these iconic and timeless designs
‘Revolver Column Vase 1’ by Christoph Radl for Bitossi, £414, Aram Store (aram.co.uk)
‘Butterfly’ chair in ‘Vintage Red’, from £720, L. Ercolani (lercolani.com)
‘Anni Albers’ wall hanging by Anni Albers, £650, Twentytwentyone (twentytwentyone.com)
‘Datejust 36’ watch in Oystersteel and yellow gold, £9,350, Rolex (rolex.com)
‘Meadow’ pile cushion in ‘Light Sand’ by Ferm Living, £115, Nest (nest.co.uk)
‘Kastehelmi’ recycled glass by Oiva Toikka for Iittala, £30 for two (iittala.com)
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‘Planner’ coffee table by Paul McCobb for Fritz Hansen, from £998 (fritzhansen.com)
‘Wideboy’ clock by Newgate, £40, Heal’s (heals.com)
‘Bowie Hunky Dory’ vest, £225, Hades (hades-shop.co.uk)
‘Girard Bird’ by Alexander Girard for Vitra, £210 (vitra.com)
‘Panthella 320’ table light by Verner Panton for Louis Poulsen, £590, Holloways of Ludlow (hollowaysofludlow.com)
‘M10-R’ in ‘black painted finish’, £7,500, Leica (uk.leica-camera.com)
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SUSTAINABLE Make a considered choice this festive season with a gift that does a bit more, from supporting independent makers or brands to the use of natural or waste materials
‘Totem’ and ‘Sphere’ candlesticks by Oros, from £69, Couverture and the Garbstore (couvertureandthegarbstore.com)
‘Urban Farmers’ by Mónica R Goya, £30, Gestalten (gestalten.com)
‘Round 20 Sweet Jane’ quilt by Jessica Ogden for APC, £470 (apcstore.com)
‘Rattan’ basket with bamboo handle, from £29.99, Zara Home (zarahome.com)
‘Hemp CBD Field Salve’ by Margent Farm, £62, The Conran Shop (conranshop.co.uk)
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‘Grace’ lounge chair by Tove Kindt-Larsen for Gubi, £1,224, Chaplins (chaplins.co.uk)
‘Good Cheer’ hamper, £110, Daylesford Organic (daylesford.com)
Snack bowl in ‘Stone’ by Lucia Ocejo, £24, Artists & Objects (artistsandobjects.com)
‘Kintsugi’ repair kit, £15, Foundland (foundland.com)
Spatulas, from £15, British Standard x Grain and Knot (grainandknot.com)
‘Isla’ planter/desk tidy, £35, Mind the Cork (mindthecork.co.uk)
‘Round bottle’ vase in ‘Pink and Blue’, £65, Sophie Alda Studio (sophiealda.co.uk)
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FESTIVE FLAIR From alternatives to the traditional tree to putting a twist on table settings, why not do Christmas a little differently this year? Words KATE WORTHINGTON, CAT OLLEY
HANG TOGETHER Any seasoned dinner party host will tell you that twinkling candlelight is a shortcut to atmosphere. For serious festive drama, try hanging candle holders at different heights over the Christmas table. Circular shapes in warm metallics will catch the light beautifully – even a single flickering flame will muster up a little extra magic.
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Tablecloth, from approx £101, and napkins, approx £34, all in ‘Jeep Green’, both Lovely Linen (lovelylinen.com). For similar candle holders, try the ‘Round Hanging Candlestand’ by Madam Stoltz, £17.99, Trouva (trouva.com)
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STEP CHANGE A handrail heaving with greenery might be a decorating tradition, but gently threading foliage along the base of the bannister is a subtler take on the same idea. Feathery options like olive branches are contemporary and easy to work with. ‘Richardt’ chair by Frama, £3,000, Monologue London (monologuelondon.com). ‘Pelican’ chair by Finn Juhl for House of Finn Juhl, £8,389, Skandium (skandium. com). ‘Epic’ coffee table by GamFratesi for Gubi, £3,005, TwentyTwentyOne (twentytwentyone.com)
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HEARTH OF GOLD Forget the stockings – a mantelpiece is the perfect spot for a Christmas shelfie. Play with height and scale using vases and candlesticks, adding stems of golden eucalyptus and poppy seed heads for sculptural appeal. Spray paint them yourself for a gloriously hands-on advent activity. Garland, £14.99; small candlestick, £8.99; tall candlestick, £12.99; tall vase £24.99; and round vase, £24.99, all H&M Home (hm.com)
In the zone
If you’ve already selected a stylish pot or stand for your Christmas tree, skip the skirt in favour of a decorative rug. It will balance the proportions of the tree and create a natural zone for all the presents – if you’re really coordinated, you can even match the gift wrap. ‘Tonal’ Christmas blanket, £63; ‘Twirl’ ornament, approx £24 for a set of four; ‘Paper Pulp’ box, approx £30 for a set of two, all Ferm Living (fermliving.com)
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Wreath magic Though doors dotted with wreaths are a welcome sight as the festive period gets underway, it seems a shame for passersby to get all the pleasure. A picture hook above a sideboard will do just the job for an indoor wreath, and while a simple circle will always be a classic, geometric designs make an interesting framework for moss, fir or berries – simply fix with wire. Arrange two or three wreaths in a cluster for a high-impact display. Small ‘Talini’ wreath, £32.50, and large, £49.50; small ‘Mbata’ candlestick in Antique Brass, £22.50, all Nkuku (nkuku.com)
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PAPER TRAIL Flat-pack and lightweight, paper decorations are a gift for creating easy festive displays in a flash with no need for drills, DIY skills or even a tree. Magic up tableaux anywhere that takes your fancy – from mantels and walls to windows. More is more when it comes to these delicate decs, so cluster in generous groups, mixing up colours, sizes and shapes for a jolly, playful arrangement. Paper decorations, from £8 each, Garden Trading (gardentrading.co.uk)
Strike a posy
Bring a little yuletide cheer to the threshold of every room by tying a fragrant posy of foraged foliage or dried flowers around door handles. Attach with ribbon off-cuts and add a bauble or bell into the mix for extra twinkle. For dried flowers, try Fox Flowers (foxflowers.co.uk). For a wide selection of ribbons, try VV Rouleaux (vvrouleaux.com)
If the bulk of a real tree encroaches on your living space, opt for the next best thing with a faux variety. With less densely packed foliage, it creates a visually lighter look and has the flexibility to fit into the tight spaces or awkward corners of your home. The benefit of choosing spindly specimens is that they can be displayed in twos – or even threes – without infringing on the rest of the room. For a Narnia-esque, forest-like ambience, go for a snow-frosted finish and leave branches bare but for strings of warm-toned fairy lights. ‘Indoor Outdoor Alpine Fir Tree’, from £95 each, Cox & Cox (coxandcox.co.uk)
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Faux friends
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IN SUSPENSE Dining tables and living rooms tend to take the starring roles when it comes to festive trimmings, but bestowing a bit of sparkle on those often overlooked areas you spend time in will spread the joy to every corner of the home. Ceiling- or wall-hung decorations are a good option for saving on space and can create real impact – a simple branch bedecked in baubles will do the trick. For an assortment of glass decorations, try Rockett St George (rockettstgeorge.co.uk)
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TAKE A BOUGH No matter how capacious your Christmas table, it’ll invariably end up crammed with crackers, condiments and candles, with little room for much else. Hanging a centrepiece above the table skirts this problem and means you can go bigger with your arrangement – winter greenery will emit a lovely scent as well as setting the tone visually. ‘CH24 Wishbone’ chair by Carl Hansen & Søn, from £442; ‘Oslo’ dining table by Heal’s, from £1,899; Icelandic Sheepskin rug by The Organic Sheep, £130; ‘Cobra’ candle holders by Georg Jensen, £125 for a set of two; ‘Strøm’ bowl by Raawii, £46; ‘Nordic Sand’ dinnerware by Broste Copenhagen, from £11; ‘Puck’ flutes by Tom Dixon, £65 for set of two; ‘Cobra’ vase by 101 Copenhagen, from £49; tableware, all Heal’s (heals.com)
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Potted romance
For a sustainable stance on Christmas trees, try potted evergreens, which look lovely whether decorated or left unadorned. Dot smaller specimens around the home for a pine scent that will pervade longer than a cut tree.
Under the tree may be the traditional spot for stacking presents, but when they’re so beautifully wrapped, why hide them away? Make an abundant display of your packages and parcels and they’ll double up as a decoration in their own right – just take care to coordinate your papers. For kraft wrap and plain papers, try Paperchase (paperchase.com)
‘Christmas Star’, £18.90; ‘Christmas Mix’ decorations, £18.50 for a set of four; ‘Pulp’ tree, from £16.90, all Broste Copenhagen (brostecopenhagen.com). For potted trees, try Notcutts (notcutts.co.uk)
Decorating for the festive season needn’t always revolve around the conventional colour palettes of red and green or gold and silver. Everything from inky shades to pretty pastels are becoming popular for a contemporary take on Christmas trimmings. This moody table scheme of black, lilac and green, devised by Katie Brigstock of Edinburgh-based creative studio Style Your Spaces, showcases how eschewing traditional tropes can reap dramatic results. For dressing tables in particular, she’s an advocate of appealing to all the senses: ‘Candles for warmth; flowers or foliage for scent and texture; fruits or nuts for taste; and fabrics for touch – I love that layering effect.’ Tableware, from a selection at Style Your Spaces (styleyourspaces.co.uk)
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UNDER WRAPS Prettify presents in packaging that’s as special as the gift inside 1 ‘Otti’ print patterned paper, £5 for two sheets, Ola Studio (olastudio.co.uk) 2 ‘Marbled’ paper gift wrap by Gemma Lewis, £30 for 10 sheets, Trouva (trouva.com) 3 ‘Objects’ wrapping paper by Alejandra García Y Gutiérrez, £4.75 for three sheets, Wrap (wrapmagazine.com) 4 ‘Festive Stripe’ wrap by Rifle Paper Co, £12.95 per roll, Liberty (libertylondon.com) 5 ‘White’ wrapping paper, £15 for five sheets, JamJar Edit (jamjaredit.co.uk) 6 ‘Gingham’ recycled wrapping paper and plantable tag set by Ruby & Bo, £3.50, Not On The High Street (notonthehighstreet.com) 7 ‘Red Berries Christmas’ wrapping paper, £2.20 per sheet, Cadeaux Paperworks (cadeauxpaperworks.com) 8 ‘Scandi Dog Print’ wrapping paper by The Black Pug Press, £2.80 per sheet, Etsy (etsy.com)
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Primal in their impact, iron, brass, aluminium and more precious alternatives are in the spotlight now more than ever. Hammered or smooth, tarnished or gleaming, metallic designs add instant edge to any interior Photography NICK ROCHOWSKI Concept & styling ALEX KRISTAL
From left Steel ‘Box’ staircase, from £8,000, Metalworks London (metalworkslondon.com). ‘Nausta Black Night’ rug by Henzel Studio, £1,100 per sq m, Monologue (monologuelondon.com). ‘Tasca’ chair by Pedro Sottomayor for Frama, £480, Holloways of Ludlow (hollowaysofludlow.com). Platinum steel ‘Gong’ table, from £5,868, Meridiani (meridiani.it). On table (from left) Sterling silver ‘Standing Spoon’, from £150, Kei Tominaga (keitominaga.com). ‘Mirror’ titanium goblet from Sus Gallery, £340; tin ‘Katakuchi’ vessel by Nousaku, £46, both Japan House (japanhouselondon.uk). Sterling silver ‘Sylvan Relic’, £5,400, Claire Malet (clairemalet.com). Levity painted steel sculpture, £1,600, Alejandro Urrutia Lorenzini (alejandrourrutia.art). ‘Silver 95’ pendant light by Paola Navone, £437, Gervasoni (gervasoni1882.com). ‘Porcelain III Mirrored’ bulb, £26, Tala (tala.co.uk). ‘Hydro’ aluminium chair, £2,021, Tom Dixon (tomdixon.net). ‘Nagaski’ metal chair by Mathieu Matégot, £435, Gubi (gubi.com). Black oiled steel wall panel, from £360 per sq m, Novocastrian (novocastrian.co). ‘Inox Cloud’ polished stainless steel mirror by Zieta, £2,610, Mint Shop (mintshop.co.uk). ‘Existence’ stainless steel bookcase by De Castelli, £9,480, Tollgard (tollgard. com). On shelves (from top) metal vase by Catherine Tutt, £120, Monument Store (monumentstore.co.uk). Black oxidised copper vases, £520 and £670; sterling silver vase, £780, all Kei Tominaga (keitominaga.com). ‘Mirror’ ‘bottle keeper’ from Sus Gallery, £310, Japan House (japanhouselondon.co.uk). ‘Standing Spoon’, as before. Untitled glass and pewter sculpture (on floor), £6,000, Harry Morgan (harrymorgan.info). Aluminium ‘Plateaux’ coffee table, £3,000, Samuel Collins (samuelcollins studio.com). On coffee table (from left) ‘Mirror Globe’ titanium cup from Sus Gallery, £260, Japan House (japan houselondon.uk). Silver crescent candlestick, £150, Monument Store (monumentstore.co.uk). ‘Russet Bronze Conical’ verdigris copper bowl by Alexander de Vol, £2,100, The New Craftsmen (thenewcraftsmen.com). Cast and wrought iron industrial floor lamp, £1,200, Puckhaber (puckhaberdecorativeantiques.com) ±
From left ‘Blockchain’ powder-coated steel pendant light by Markus Johansson for Oblure, £1,395; ‘Duct’ rug by Henzel Studio, £2,500 per sq m, both Monologue (monologuelondon.com). ‘Pyrit’ curtain in ‘colour 409’, £157.20 per m, Création Baumann (creationbaumann.com). Aluminium ‘Lune’ table by Ado Chale, from £14,000, 88 Gallery (88-gallery.com). On table (from left) Sterling silver square trays, from £370 each; gold-plated ‘Standing Spoon’, from £120, all Kei Tominaga (keitominaga.com). Black stainless steel dish, £60, Alex Pole (alexpoleironwork.com). Silver spoon by Simone Ten Hompel, £700, Flow Gallery (flowgallery.co.uk). ‘Pooled Reflections’ vessel by Adi Toch, £3,360, Sarah Myerscough (sarahmyerscough.com). ‘Zaza’ desk lamp by Vincent Collins, £4,250, Willer (willer.co.uk)
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From left Patinated bronze ‘Dark Lichen’ mirror by Charlotte Kingsnorth, £4,840, The New Craftsmen (thenewcraftsmen.com). Blackened steel staircase, as before. On stairs (from top left) Stainless steel vessel from saki set, £1,950 (for set, including cups), Callum Partridge (@c.m.partridge). Large steel ‘Perceptions’ vessel, £750, Daniel Freyne (danielfreyne.co.uk). Copper spoon by Simone Ten Hompel, £375, Flow Gallery (flowgallery.co.uk). Rusted vessel, £20, Pachadesign (pachadesign.co.uk). ‘Coco Maze’ copper vessel by Shinta Nakajima, £4,800, Gallery Fumi (galleryfumi.com). Rust patinated steel vessel by Antonino Sciortino, £750, Willer (willer.co.uk). Small steel ‘Perceptions’ vessel, £325, Daniel Freyne (danielfreyne.co.uk). ‘Folded Squares’ copper wall panel, from £1,700, Kei Tominaga (keitominaga.com). ‘Moça’ steel side table by Pedro Paulo Venzon, £300, Monologue (monologuelondon.com). On table (from left) small copper bowls, £35 each, Alex Pole (alexpoleironwork.com). Slices of Leutogi brass sculpture by Shinta Nakajima, £3,840, Gallery Fumi (galleryfumi.com) ±
From left Brass steel wall panel, from £600 per sq m, Novocastrian (novocastrian.co). Florentine gold steel ‘Memphis’ coffee table, £4,580, Tom Faulkner (tomfaulkner. co.uk). On table (from left) Gold and steel ‘Flared vessel’, £850, Claire Malet (clairemalet.com). Brass ‘T Lamp’ by Regular Company for Frama, £200, Holloways of Ludlow (hollowaysofludlow.com). Upupa brass, copper and steel wire sculpture, £420, Adeline Halot (adelinehalot.com). ‘Shrouded V’ patinated brass vessel by Adi Toch, £2,640, Sarah Myerscough (sarahmyerscough.com). Brass ‘Decade’ pendant light by Atelier de Troupe, £1,638, Dodds & Shute (doddsandshute.com). Brass ‘Basalt’ pendant light, £260, Tala (tala.co.uk). Patinated steel vessel (on floor) by Antonino Sciortino, £1,050, Willer (willer.co.uk). Oxidised brass ‘Celato’ chest of drawers by De Castelli, £6,900, Tollgard (tollgard.com). On drawers (from left) Blackened bronze ‘Surface Sconce’ table lamp by Henry Wilson, £1,446, House of Grey (houseofgrey. co.uk). ‘Odd brass’ candlesticks, £245 for a pair, Monument Store (monumentstore.co.uk). Corten steel sculpture, £800, Callum Partridge (@c.m.partridge). ‘Emberiza’ brass wire tapestry (on wall), £2,700, Adeline Halot (adelinehalot.com). Brass ‘Egg’ wall light, £2,280, Cox London (coxlondon.com). Polished brass and bronze ‘Egg’ mirror, from £1,410, Novocastrian (novocastrian.co). Cast-bronze Bird Stool sculpture by Abel Cárcamo, £11,000, 88 Gallery (88-gallery.com) ±
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From left ‘Vapòr’ fabric in ‘Bronzo’, £92 per m, Rubelli (rubelli.com). ‘Lederam F0’ gold finished aluminium floor lamp, £850, Catellani & Smith (catellanismith.com). Bronze chair, £15,400, Isabelle de Borchgrave (isabelledeborchgrave.com). ‘Port Free’ blackened steel and bronze-tinted glass mirror, £3,156, Novocastrian (novocastrian.co). Ogry Bamboo copper sculpture by Shinta Nakajima, £8,400, Gallery Fumi (galleryfumi.com)
From left Black oiled steel wall panel, as before. ‘Staiths’ blackened steel console table, from £3,885, Novocastrian (novocastrian.co). On console (from top left) ‘Verdigris Elliptic’ copper bowl by Alexander de Vol, £2,800, The New Craftsmen (thenewcraftsmen.com). Oxidised vessel by Grant McCaig, £2,100, Flow Gallery (flowgallery.co.uk). Black stainless steel dish, £60, Alex Pole (alexpoleironwork.com). ‘Crumbling’ verdigris copper bowl by Ane Christensen, £1,700, Flow Gallery (flowgallery.co.uk). ‘Mirror’ bottle keeper from Sus Gallery, £310, Japan House (japanhouselondon.uk). Persian silver ‘Hug’ pendant light, £530, Tom Faulkner (tomfaulkner.co.uk). Metallic silver glazed ceramic sculpture (on floor) by Roger Coll, £2,600, Thrown (throwncontemporary.co.uk). Iron ‘Strata’ mirror, £6,720, Cox London (coxlondon.com). ‘Epic’ galvanized steel coffee table by GamFratesi, £1,315, Gubi (gubi.com). Verdigris and silver ‘Ghost’ bowl by Ane Christensen, £1,600, Flow Gallery (flowgallery.co.uk). ‘In Between’ chrome-plated aluminium floor lamp by Michael Anastassiades, £2,820, Viaduct (viaduct.co.uk)
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It’s coming… the FESTIVE season we all deserve. Our homes, which have had to function as sanctuaries, offices and everything in-between, are now going to become places of CELEBRATION. That transformation isn’t just about Christmas – although the natural DECORATIONS in architect Jørn Utzon’s former home on the outskirts of Copenhagen (p110) will give you plenty of ideas for that. It’s a fact that the social events before and after the big day are just as important. So, to set the PARTY mood, this month’s homes are all designed for the sounds of chatter and popping Champagne corks. There’s the richly pattern-packed Zürich apartment (p120) that’s undergone a MAGICA L transformation, the Paris pad (p130) with a look inspired by photographs of Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé's legendary SOIRÉES, and interior designer Jo Berryman’s Somerset house (p140) where the grand hall’s Victorian features are regularly lit up by DISCO lights. Finally, a cabin in Tyrol (p166) adds a little much-needed winter-wonderland SPLENDOUR, boasting mountaintop views blanketed in thick snow.
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In this architecturally important home in Holte, north of Copenhagen, preparations for the season involve a lighter touch Words CAMILLA TANGE PEYLECKE Photography PETER KRAGBALLE
Dining room In the corner of the house, between the kitchen and the dining area, sits the Christmas tree. Decorated sparingly, it sets the scene without overpowering the home’s architectural lines. Homeowner Henriette Staib’s labrador Hamilton relaxes beside a pair of ‘Smock’ armchairs by Patricia Urquiola for Moroso
When setting the table for Christmas, and the many feasts that surround the festive season, Henriette Staib, owner of the flower shop De Fire Årstider, likes to raise up her floral arrangements. Placing bouquets on plinths, in thin-stemmed urns and vases, is just one of the subtle nods she makes everyday to the unique design of her home. Raised on stilts and overlooking Furesø lake in Holte, on the northern outskirts of Copenhagen, this 1950s property was designed by renowned Danish architect Jørn Utzon. Best known for designing the Sydney Opera House, Utzon made a less dramatic impact on the skyline with this property, showing the influence of the great modernist architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe on his work instead. It is a local landmark that Henriette passed everyday for 15 years as a neighbour. She admired the home’s simplicity of form – a long, narrow and single-storey structure – with a vast glass façade providing a panorama of its lakeside setting. When, four years ago, the house went on the market, she and her husband didn’t even hesitate before putting in an offer. Of course, taking ownership of a home with this kind of architectural heritage comes with certain expectations and restrictions. Almost everything was protected by heritage laws, from the wood panelling to the blue and red details that appear on walls and around its windows. Even the colour of the radiators couldn’t be changed. The one place Henriette could effect change was in the kitchen, as it was not part of the original design. Here, by choosing simple but beautifully crafted cabinets by &SHUFL, she has taken inspiration from Utzon’s key principles. It’s no surprise that she adopts the same approach when it comes to decorating for Christmas. The house’s colour palette is used as a starting point, to which dusky, understated, complementary shades are added. Then, natural elements are layered on top. On the table, a scattering of small ceramic mushrooms by Meyer-Lavigne and decorative fruits adds interest, an oversized bunch of mistletoe is suspended above the stairs, and the tree, that centrepiece of the season, has a stripped-back elegance with just a few carefully selected baubles. ‘I like to collect things and memories, especially Christmas decorations,’ says Henriette, for whom this level of minimalism is a work in progress. ‘When we moved in, it was a total change, not only spatially but aesthetically. We have tried to make our style simpler, even though it’s sometimes difficult,’ she admits. Restraint isn’t a word often used when it comes to Christmas, but this home proves that it doesn’t have to be a time of excess. Here, comfort comes from focusing on the important things: nature, family and heritage.
Dining room Mid-century rattan and chrome chairs (for similar, try 1stDibs) are placed around the table, which was designed and built by the homeowners. It is covered in an oatmeal-coloured linen tablecloth – the ‘Gracie’ by Broste Copenhagen has a similar look. The tableware is from the ‘Blomst’ collection by Royal Copenhagen. The pendant light above the table is a vintage design from Murano
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Kitchen Although this space is not part of the original design, the uncomplicated nature of the cabinets, by &SHUFL, topped with a lava stone worktop from File Under Pop, is true to the original style. A thin island, edged in wood panelling that matches the walls, provides a break in this long, narrow space. The pendant lights were created especially for this home by Utzon; the ceramic owls are by Pylle Søndergaard
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Four Scandi brands to know for simple festive touches Lovi Best known for its alternative carved wooden Christmas trees, this brand also makes baubles, reindeer, angels and even jellyfish that can be assembled at home. For every tree used, they plant another. lovi.fi
Georg Jensen Decorations make thoughtful gifts, and the gold and palladium-plated baubles from this historic company (whose pieces are still handmade in Copenhagen) are sure to provide joy to loved ones. georgjensen.com
DBKD This Danish brand (the name stands for Design by Karin Dahlin) has become known for its cute but minimal Christmas tree ornaments. Place one on a side table or gather a small forest. Available at royaldesign.co.uk
Holmegaard Treat this Danish brand’s delicate glass baubles with care and their timeless style will make them heirloom pieces enjoyed for many Christmases to come. holmegaard.com
Living room Finished in a soft blue linen that speaks to this home’s palette, the ‘Queen’ sofa by Andrea Parisio for Meridiani is pure comfort. It is paired with a ‘Flag Halyard’ chair by Hans J Wegner for PP Møbler. The wall light is by Muller van Severen for Valerie Objects. The artworks, which add character to the original wood-panelled walls, include pieces by Michael Kvium, Annette Merrild and Ida Kvetny
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Hallway A mid-century metal wall sculpture hangs above the staircase that leads up to this raised bungalow. Henriette has placed a select few pieces from her ceramics collection along the floor to draw the eye towards the bedroom. Bedroom Situated behind the living room, this is a cosy nook, with the feeling of comfort enhanced by the wooden cladding that covers all of the walls as well as the ceiling. The artwork above the bed is by Danish artist Kurt Trampedach, and the two silver pendant lights are the ‘Mirror Ball’ by Tom Dixon. For similar bedding, try Piglet See Stockists page for details
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Transformed from a pair of dowdy office spaces into an opulent, pattern-packed fantasy, this home is ready for the big social events of the season Words JEREMY CALLAGHAN Photography GAELLE LE BOULICAUT
Dining room The table, with its pearlised golden surface and scalloped edge, was designed by Atelier Zürich and made by Girsberger. It is surrounded by ‘Executive’ chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, reupholstered in a mix of tweed and velvet from Osborne & Little. The rug, which picks up on the golden theme, is another Atelier Zürich design, produced for their concept store Frohsinn. ‘Easy Wall’ lights by Servomuto decorate the already elaborate ‘Zanjan’ wallpaper by House of Hackney, and the floor lamps are from the ‘Multi-Lite‘ collection by Louis Weisdorf for Gubi
his is a classic rags-to-riches story: the tale of how two tired, easily-overlooked offices in central Zürich became an opulent family home. The seemingly magical change is largely down to this property’s own fairy godmother, Claudia Silberschmidt, founder and creative director of Atelier Zürich. It was soon after purchasing the two empty offices, originally built in 1897, that owners Purvi and Frédéric (pictured above) turned to Claudia. They were drawn to what they describe as her studio’s ‘stilsicherheit’, or confident style. A unique result was important to them, and they were unwavering in their trust of Claudia’s vision. She describes a ‘Wow’ moment when, after the first visit to the site, they handed her the keys and confidently asked her to take care of everything, from architecture to furnishing and decorating. ‘It’s very unusual to get such trust from a client from the very beginning,’ she admits, ‘but I loved it!’ The first task was to unite the two spaces, located on separate floors, into a coherent home. After going back to the property’s original blueprints, Claudia discovered plans for an internal staircase that was never built. More than a century after those plans were drawn up, she put the idea into action, creating a 200-squaremetre duplex with two small verandas overlooking the street and a bamboo garden and terrace at the rear. 122 ELLEDECORATION.CO.UK DECEMBER 2021/JANUARY 2022
Floor plan united, the attention turned to the interior and, from the start, it was clear that a characterful take on luxury was the way forward. Purvi, originally from Los Angeles, has worked with iconic jewellery house Tiffany & Co and Frédéric is involved in Switzerland’s fine-watch industry. Even their beloved dog, Raja, knows how to wear a bow tie with panache! This is a household that understands and appreciates a contemporary, not-too-serious kind of grandeur. In the kitchen, Claudia has festooned the walls and ceiling in House of Hackney’s ‘Mey Meh’ wallpaper. The rich, burgundy shade of this room evokes the couple’s love of good food and great wine. It is a veritable cave of pleasure and gourmandise, with the intimate feel of a private members’ club. This same decadent approach has been taken in the dining room, which features a distinctive House of Hackney wallpaper in a deep olive hue, paired with a bespoke scallop-edged table and rug by Atelier Zürich that inject gold into the scheme. Not entirely dedicated to the pursuit of decadence, this former place of work also includes a home office. A departure from the style of the rest of the home, it’s lifted above the everyday by a palette of lavender blue and cognac brown, as well as a number of customdesigned pieces created by expert Swiss craftspeople. As we rush towards the festive season, Purvi and Frédéric’s Ginori 1735 tableware will be dusted off ready for dinner parties and entertaining family and friends once again. Because that’s when this sumptuous home really comes into its own – its interior taking on another fairy-tale-like transformation as the sound of conversation fills the air. atelierzuerich.ch
Breakfast area Plated in 18-carat gold for an extra touch of luxury, the ‘Platner’ chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll surround a bespoke marble-topped table created by Girsberger for Atelier Zürich. The design studio also created the pendant light, suspended above and the sofa, which has been covered in House of Hackney’s ‘Mey Meh’ fabric (also used to create the blind) to match the wallpaper
Kitchen The worktops and island are made from nero assoluto, a kind of black granite from Zimbabwe. It is the perfect foil to the House of Hackney ‘Mey Meh’ wallpaper that covers not just the walls, but the ceiling too. Pattern continues on the floor, where there’s a combination of wooden herringbone parquet and cement tiles from Bisazza. The wall lights are the ‘Modo’ by Roll & Hill
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Veranda Placed in the shade under the ostrich feather-adorned floor lamp from British brand A Modern Grand Tour is a rattan armchair by Soane, which has been upholstered in House of Hackney’s ‘Zanjan’ fabric. The wooden coffee table is from Linteloo and the rug is a sisal design run through with gold thread, created by Atelier Zürich Living room Designed by Atelier Zürich and made by Girsberger, the sofas are covered in a deep green velvet by Osborne & Little. The colour was chosen to complement the custom paint hue on the walls, produced by Keim. On the Jan Kath rug sits a coffee table – in fact a metal tube, part of the ‘BOB’ modular storage system by Paul Kelley for Bisley. Cushions include the ‘Saber’ by House of Hackney and the lighting consists of a ‘Globo’ table lamp by Jonathan Adler and a spectacular ‘Cloud’ pendant light by Apparatus Studio
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Purvi and Frédéric share their top tips for creating a memorable evening Our dinner party style is casual and fun, but it is still important to keep things elegant and pay special attention to even the smallest details.
When it comes to drinks, we welcome guests with a glass of Bollinger Champagne. For later, there has to be bottles of Bordeaux on hand.
The playlist needs to include jazz… You’ve Got That Thing by Bobby Short, They Can’t Take That Away From Me by Fred Astaire.
Dressing for dinner is essential, but the best-dressed gentleman present is always Raja our pug. He has a bow tie for every occasion.
Don’t forget how lucky we all are to be hosting friends and family in our homes again. After such a long time, it feels extra special.
Bedroom Jim Thompson Fabric’s ‘Olympus’ design covers the bed, which is dressed in linens from C&C Milano. The wallpaper is from Arte and the pendant light is the ‘Cintola Maxi’ by Tom Kirk Lighting Bathroom Dornbracht taps and sanitaryware from Ceramica Globo complements this double-sided vanity unit designed by Atelier Zürich and created by cabinetmakers Weishaupt. The herringbone oak flooring (for similar, try Ecora) is paired with white ceramic tiles arranged in the same pattern. For similar tiles, try British Ceramic Tile. Brass trim around the shower door helps to tie the golden elements of this room together See Stockists page for details
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Inspired by the decadent soirées thrown by the 1970s Parisian fashion elite, this apartment is dressed to impress Words CLARE SARTIN Photography MICHEL FIGUET/LIVING INSIDE
Living room Two ‘Groovy’ armchairs, designed by Pierre Paulin in the 1970s for Artifort are paired with a ‘Facett’ sofa by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec for Ligne Roset. The coffee table is a mid-century piece by Italian designer Aldo Tura. A mirror panel above the fireplace adds to the reflections created by the varnished oak panelling. The stools are by India Mahdavi for Monoprix and the floor lamp is the ‘Flag’ design by Servomuto
hen Samantha Hauvette and Lucas Madani, co-founders of Parisian interior-design studio Hauvette & Madani, were first shown this apartment by their clients they were completely enchanted. Just a short stroll from the city’s famous Trocadéro, it may not have had the architectural heritage of nearby landmarks, but from the art deco-influenced detailing on its staircase to its double-height dimensions, this 1980s building had a very special atmosphere. ‘We could imagine Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé having lived here,’ enthuses Samantha, conjuring up images of the wild parties the long-time partners threw back in the 1970s. Two photographs depicting scenes from one of these infamous soirées hang on the mezzanine level in this beautiful home and the similarities are simply striking. Essential to this comparison is the oak panelling. Part of the one-bedroom flat’s original design, there was never any question of Samantha and Lucas removing it. It may have been out of favour for a while, but everything comes back into fashion and, for this duo, its effect was irresistible. ‘When you walk into a room clad in wood it has a special sound, a special smell,’ says Samantha. The colours of the oak had faded over the decades, but an application of varnish helped its beauty shine through. Now, it’s no longer oppressive and dark. Instead, it shimmers in the sunlight. At night, the streetlights create tiny points of reflection everywhere. ‘It’s a little bit of magic.’ Samantha and Lucas’s challenge, however, was not to let this decorative choice dominate. ‘We are always thinking about the contrast or the balance. That is our main objective,’ explains Samantha. ‘If we feel that the balance is rich, we are happy.’ Key to that equilibrium in this home is an edit of furniture that includes gems from the 1930s, 1970s and today. ‘For us, there is no favourite period, just favourite pieces,’ adds Samantha. Here, those include ‘Groovy’ chairs by Pierre Paulin, a ‘Facett’ sofa by the Bouroullec brothers and an oversized Isamu Noguchi pendant light – all dressed in white for maximum impact against the wooden backdrop. The kitchen, too, is what Samantha calls ‘a pop of air’. With Calacatta marble countertops and walls painted to create a timeworn patina, it wears marks of decadence, but with a lighter touch. The same could be said of the bedroom, with its mirrored wall, and the ensuite, where Emperador marble adds gravitas. Just like Saint Laurent and Bergé’s pad, this is a home designed for sophisticated hedonism. ‘It’s ideal for apéro,’ adds Samantha, who notes that she always finds space in her interiors for a well-stocked bar. ‘People arrive early in the evening and drink wine, eat cheese and listen to music late into the night.’ hauvette-madani.com Staircase Under the stairs, with their iron, art deco-style detailing, sits a dessert cart, here used for cocktail essentials. The ‘Shut Up and Relax’ pitcher is a piece by ceramicist Tracy Murray, available at Boon Paris, and the stool is another piece by India Mahdavi for Monoprix. The ‘Flag #1’ floor lamp is by Servomuto Living room The console table by the window is a postmodern-style piece designed by André Sornay in the 1980s. A sculpture by Audrey Guimard and Marie Jeunet sits on top, lit by a Wever & Ducré wall lamp
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Kitchen Calacatta marble countertops are paired with walls custom painted by Redfield & Dattner to create a patinated effect. The painting is a vintage piece sourced by La Galerie Française and the teapot (in foreground, right) is by French ceramicist Jacques Laroussinie from Le Vide Grenier d'une Parisienne
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‘ When you walk into a room clad in wood it has a special sound, a special smell’
Dining room A vase by Services Generaux for Théorème Edition and a ceramic bowl by Claire de Lavallée sit on this ‘Mesa Nero’ table by Heerenhuis. The chairs are designs by Italian cabinetmakers Fratelli Levaggi – available at Artemest – and the oversized paper pendant light is by Isamu Noguchi for Vitra Staircase Hauvette & Madani worked with La Galerie Française in Paris to create a mix of photographs and artworks that suit this home’s 1970s party vibe. On the right is one of the pictures of Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé’s home, which inspired this interior
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Bathroom Once sporting mirror panels on all walls and the ceiling, this room is now a sophisticated affair with Emperador marble and a custom-made oak vanity unit. The reeded glass wall lights are by Astro Lighting and the wooden stool is the ‘AML’ by Frama Bedroom The hemp-coloured bedlinen and the cushions are all from Maison de Vacances. The rug (just seen) is the ‘Nuragic Black Tapestry’ by Roberto Sironi and Mariantonia Urru for Pretziada and the wall light (visible in the mirrored wall) is from DCW Éditions. For a similar rattan and wood headboard, try the ‘Sogno’ by The Socialite Family See Stockists page for details
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A little anarchy can be a wonderful thing, and interior designer Jo Berryman’s party-ready home in Somerset gets the balance just right… Words CLARE SARTIN Photography BÉNÉDICTE DRUMMOND/PHOTOFOYER
Living room A ‘Ball’ chair by Eero Aarnio (modern versions are available at Eero Aarnio Originals) and a cluster of chairs that make up a Swedish circular sofa system, designed in 1968 and bought at Alfies Antique Market in London, surround a coffee table from the same era that Jo bought at the same time. The wallpaper is Pierre Frey’s ‘Leo’ and the pendant light is the ‘Orb’ by CTO Lighting. The two bookshelves are the ‘Oblique’ by Marcel Wanders for Moooi
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reating pockets of chaos has always been an idea I’ve liked,’ says interior designer Jo Berryman with a mischievous glint in her eyes. In her home, a lateVictorian pile on the outskirts of Frome in Somerset, this tendency to decorative rebelliousness has led her to make decisions that she admits ‘may be a little bit too rock ’n’ roll for some people’s tastes.’ In her living room, that has meant pairing Pierre Frey’s ‘Leo’ wallpaper (like a colossal Jackson Pollock art installation) with peeling original plaster on the ceiling. The smart juxtaposition of wabi-sabi-like imperfection and fearless modernity has been an instinctual process; Jo’s way of celebrating her home’s historic features while simultaneously subverting them. In the dining room, when stripping back the space she discovered layers and layers of plaster dating back more than a hundred years – just one of many ‘a-ha’ moments. ‘It began to look like those incredible walls in the film The King’s Speech,’ she says, ‘but much more subdued.’ How these rooms look now is a long way from what Jo’s husband Phillip saw when he first spotted the home on a property website back in 2016. Its style then was more traditional, but they were smitten by it, and disappointed to be told that its owners had decided to take it off the market. It felt like fate when they recognised the driveway while passing on a family trip from their then-home in London to this creative corner of the countryside, so the couple decided to knock on the door. After a chat and a pot of tea, a very amicable deal was struck. ‘They liked the fact that we loved their home,’ she recalls. ‘It was a wonderful passing of the baton really.’ Now, in the reception room at the front of the house where, says Jo, ‘one might expect to see a classic battered Chesterfield sofa, we have a design by William Andrus instead!’ It’s just one of the retro-futuristic pieces from the 1970s and 1980s that are given space to properly shine in this property’s large, interconnected living area. ‘There is a kind of unabashed arrogance to furniture from that era,’ adds Jo fondly. ‘Here, the designs have the space to scream as loudly as they want.’ This is still a country house, with muddy boots belonging to Jo’s daughters – Romy, six, and Nico, 15 – lined up in the hallway, as well as the everyday mayhem caused by two naughty dogs – Marley and Dolly – but there is an undeniable glamour here. Not many Victorian estates have an area in the hallway that is regularly converted into a DJ booth, or disco lights (Philips Hue bulbs set to flash in time to the music) ready to turn the space into a dance floor at the drop of a hat. A lot has changed since Jo moved in, but one thing she believes has remained unchanged is this home’s welcoming quality. ‘It is,’ she says, ‘imbued with a wonderful energy. You feel that good times have been, and will be, had here.’ joberryman.com
Portrait Interior designer Jo Berryman in her living room Kitchen Gold lips by Hervé Dunoyer hangs above a salvaged industrial chest of drawers, originally used in a dentist’s office in 1930s Berlin. The paint colour is Farrow & Ball’s ‘Dead Salmon’
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T H E J UX TA P OS I T I O N O F WA B I -SA B I - L I K E I M P E R FE C T I O N A N D FE A R L E SS M O D E R N I T Y HAS BEEN AN I N S T I N C T UA L P RO C E SS Kitchen Bespoke cabinets, painted in Farrow & Ball’s ‘Off-Black’, are injected with a note of bling by the brass splashback. The crescent-shaped aged mirror is an old factory window, bought at Lorfords Antiques, and the clock is another vintage piece from 1stDibs. The tiles above the Aga are reclaimed French designs and the artworks on the open shelves include pieces by Jack Burton and Abbot Kinney Breakfast area A pendant light by Rockett St George hangs above an Ercol table in this sunny corner of the kitchen. The chairs are a mid-century French design. The window offers a glimpse of the garden, which Jo has allowed local shop Rye Bakery to use to grow organic vegetables
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Jo Berry shares her essentials for party perfection If I had to choose between a dinner party or a dance party, dancing would always win. I would always much rather invite people over for a good old knees-up. My go-to song to get the party started is I Believe in Miracles by the Jackson Sisters. My husband and I are quite obsessed with natural wines. We like to arrange a buffet of boutique, sulphate-free natural red wines. I do also like a drop of mezcal with ice and lime too, though – it guarantees high vibes. I also need a diverse cheese plate! I’m big on scent. I love the house to be infused with the gorgeous waft of incense. My go-to is probably Astier de Villatte’s ‘Tucson’ – it’s smoky with that mezcal element. I have lots of musician friends, so they will often bring a guitar out during the evening and we will all have a raucous sing-song.
Reception room American designer William Andrus’s ‘Steelcase’ sofa and armchairs from the 1970s add a retro-futuristic feel to this grand space. The rug is by The Rug Company and the mirror above the original fireplace is a vintage starburst design bought on 1stDibs. A ‘Big bulb’ pendant light by CTO Lighting hangs above and the floor lamp is the ‘Array Opal’ by the same brand
‘L AY E R S O F O L D P L A S T E R I N T H E D I N I N G RO O M M A D E T H E WA L L S LOOK LIKE THE I N C R E D I B L E O N E S FRO M TH E KI N G’S S PE EC H ’ Dining room Black-and-white photographs by Peter Saville contrast with this room’s distressed plaster walls. Red leather upholstered Julian Chichester chairs surround the ‘Drapers’ table by Rose Uniacke and the oversized pendant light above is a 19th-century black chainmail design from France – for similar try 1stDibs. Two ‘Shear’ wall lights by Bert Frank are placed either side of the 1950s bookcase, salvaged from a Swiss library Hallway This space’s sweeping wooden staircase and original sienna-toned floor tiles posed the biggest problem for Jo, who wanted to find pieces capable of denting the slight pomposity of its style. A painted triptych, picked up in an antiques shop in Tetbury, is placed above a mid-century sideboard, while the ‘Dioscuri’ pendant lights by Michele de Lucchi for Artemide are fitted with Philips Hue bulbs that can set an instant party vibe
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Main bedroom A bespoke headboard upholstered in linen from Romo sets the calming colour scheme in this relaxing room. The bed is dressed with a throw from The French Bedroom Company and cushions Jo made herself using surplus Pierre Frey fabric. The bedside tables are vintage rosewood designs from Vinterior and the lamps are retro buys from the same online store. The rug is the ‘Circular’ from Birgit Israel
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Bathroom Wood panelling painted in ‘Off-Black’ by Farrow & Ball contrasts with white floorboards. The bath is from Albion Bath Co. and the vanity unit by Devon & Devon. Two wall lights by Industville are placed either side of the mirror from Restoration Hardware Bedroom This floral wallpaper was put up by the previous owner and was so beautifully done Jo couldn’t face removing it. Instead, she has added extra colour with bedding from Caravane and two gold table lamps from Kartell. The artwork is a flea-market find and the pendant light is from Trainspotters See Stockists page for details
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THINGS ARE A cast of astonishing animals occupy this historical home in Bologna, creating a touch of contemporary magic beneath its frescoed ceilings Words CLARE SARTIN Photography FABRIZIO CICCONI/PHOTOFOYER Styling FRANCESCA DAVOLI
Enter this vast apartment within the 15th-century surroundings of Palazzo Poeti in central Bologna and you are greeted by walls teeming with life. Moooi’s ‘Menagerie of Extinct Animals’ wallpaper is a theatrical, maximalist introduction to the home of architect Carola Fumarola, but one that signposts the excitement that can be found within. Running the successful Arcade Studio from this palatial apartment has meant that, sadly for animal lover Carola, she has been too busy to have a pet. But that hasn’t stopped her injecting a little animal energy into the home she has dubbed ‘The Bestial House’. A life-sized ‘Horse’ lamp by Moooi is stabled in one of the reception rooms, while elsewhere there is a vintage carousel steed and equine ceramics by Enza Fasano. ‘I am the host and they graze carelessly,’ says Carola. In a property with more modest dimensions, these fourlegged friends could appear out of place, but here they are dwarfed by the sheer scale of these rooms, the eccentricity of Carola’s style choices softened by the historic decorative excess on display. Look up in this home and you will never be disappointed – painstakingly restored, the vaulted ceilings feature original frescoes and boiserie panelling, as well as carved details in china red, gold and more muted chalky plaster pink. Such expansive spaces could be intimidating, but Carola was not cowed. Far from it. She chose to add even more volume to the more modest spaces in this home, opening up the boxed-in ceilings to reveal original wooden beams. There is no central
hallway in this property, but to create a sense of flow and connectivity, she carved voids into the upper reaches of some of the walls, a trick inspired, she says, by the architecture of the great Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. ‘I feel like a tailor who cuts and sews bespoke projects,’ explains Carola. ‘First and foremost it’s the architecture of a place that wins me over, its history; then I make insertions and interventions until I reach something magical.’ Selecting furniture for a place this architecturally resplendent meant finding pieces that matched its wow-factor. Carola’s picks are bold and brave, focusing on the work of designers with distinctly architectural styles – think Carlo Scarpa, Angelo Mangiarotti, Patricia Urquiola and, of course, Mies van der Rohe. ‘This is not as minimal as my work for clients,’ she admits, ‘but I have switched between elegant ,glossy lacquered surfaces and matt materials, all inspired by the tones found in the frescoes above.’ There’s space for some tongue-in-cheek subversion of all this grandeur too – just look at the ‘Two of Spades’ mirror by Seletti in the bathroom. A workplace and a home, this is intended to be a bustling space full of creativity, but since completing its renovation the pandemic has prevented Carola from entertaining. That is soon to change. ‘I am organising events related to Italian cuisine, as well as architecture, art and cinema,’ she says, clearly excited by the prospect. ‘I want the chance to share the charm of these spaces.’ arcadestudio.it
Entrance Moooi’s ‘Menagerie of Extinct Animals’ wallpaper for Arte is the perfect welcome to this home where guests are greeted by the sight of Arik Levy’s ‘Wireflow’ pendant light for Vibia. It hangs above a carrara marble table by Angelo Mangiarotti for Agapecasa. The chair is the ‘LC2’ by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand for Cassina. Ceramic horses by Enza Fasano set the scene for this home’s fascination with animals
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Living room Two purple ‘Bend’ sofas by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia are dwarfed by the dimensions of this room, with its original mouldings and decorations. The side tables are the ‘Tulip’ by Eero Saarinen for Knoll and a red ‘T1’ table, designed by Osvaldo Borsani in the 1950s for Tecno. A ‘Tribute to Man Ray’ mirror by Dino Gavina for Paradisoterrestre adorns the wall
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Dining room Carlo Scarpa’s ‘Valmarana’ table, designed for Cassina in the 1970s, is paired with ‘Gaja S’ chairs by Kazuhide Takahama, also for Cassina. On the lacquered ‘Bramante’ sideboard, also by Kazuhide Takahama for Cassina, sits a ‘Taccia’ table lamp by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos and ceramic riders on horseback by Enza Fasano Reception room Moooi’s ‘Horse’ lamp stands watch over a Thonet rocking chair in this room. The rug is the ‘Rotazioni A’ by Patricia Urquiola for CC-Tapis and the small side table is by Tecno. In the adjoining room, a ‘Panton’ chair by Verner Panton for Vitra is placed beside a modular storage unit from USM
Office A pair of black ‘Kazuki’ chairs by Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina are placed at either end of the ‘Metallico’ table by Piero Lissoni for Porro. The other chairs are ‘Brno’ by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll. Fornasetti plates hang above a USM storage system Kitchen A sleek combination of wood, marble and stainless steel, these cabinets and island designed by Boffi cut a smart figure juxtaposed against the graphic pattern of Patricia Urquiola’s ‘Tex’ floor tiles for Mutina. The pendant lights are the ‘Aim’ by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec for Flos
‘I MAKE INSERTIONS AND INTERVENTIONS UNTIL I REACH SOMETHING MAGICAL’
Main bedroom A large white lacquered wardrobe by Cappellini acts like a headboard for the vintage ‘Vanessa’ bed by Tobia Scarpa for Gavina – try Béton Brut. A collection of parchments showing embroidery patterns decorate the wall behind the ‘New-tone, Timeless’ sofa by Massimo Iosa Ghini for Moroso. The armchair is the ‘Lena’ by Tosconova
Bathroom A ‘Two of Spades’ mirror by Seletti x Toiletpaper hangs cheekily above the ‘Vieques’ bathtub by Patricia Urquiola for Agape. ‘Pallatre’ pendant lights by Vesoi are suspended above. The taps are from the ‘Industria’ collection by IB Bedroom ‘L202’ bedside tables by Luigi Lanzi, available at IMaestri, sit beside the ‘Ashawood Baldaquin’ bed by Studio Controdesign for Xam, as does the ‘Khao’ suspended storage unit, also by Studio Controdesign for Xam See Stockists page for details
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What could be better than a quaint mountainside chalet? How about a luxury six-floor interpretation with an updated take on traditional charm? Words JEREMY CALLAGHAN Photography GAELLE LE BOULICAUT
Living area Divided into a cosy and bespoke raised lounge area and a dining spot, this is a hardworking family space. The table was custom-made to a design by the homeowner and the chairs are by Klaus Lichtenegger. A ‘Smithfield’ pendant light by Jasper Morrison for Flos hangs above. The artwork in the snug is a photograph by Stefan Bogner
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t was memories of childhood winters spent in the wooden cabins that dot the snow-topped mountains of Gerlosberg in Austria’s Tyrol region that drove Tobias Petri, co-founder of interiordesign brand Holzrausch, to search for a home here. Recapturing the past did not prove easy, though. After years spent searching for a rustic chalet in need of renovation, Tobias decided to take matters into his own hands, building his own interpretation of the properties he loves. ‘It seemed to me that those traditional cabins were the perfect size for spending quality family time in. They are conducive to a confined togetherness, which I really like,’ explains Tobias. Enlisting the help of Munich-based architecture firm Grünecker Reichelt, he took this cosy inspiration and, quite literally, elevated it. Turmhaus (or Tower House) is a luxurious six-storey interpretation of mountain living. ‘We designed it like a stack of those old cabins,’ says Tobias. To maintain a modest appearance, half of the building is concealed underground. These subterranean levels include a garage, games room, wine cellar and an entire guest suite – perfect for hosting grandparents or family friends. Above the thick, white blanket of snow that covers the land in winter are the main living areas: an openplan kitchen, living and dining room; kids’ bedrooms and a bathroom. On the top floor is the main bedroom with its own office space and sauna. All of these levels are linked by a concrete spine that conceals the chimney flue and a lift. ‘We needed it to transport the bags, supplies and wood. But in an alpine environment like this, where winter sports are so prevalent, I thought that the option of stairs was a sporting challenge I couldn’t pass on,’ quips Tobias. Hanging at the foot of this grand staircase is one of a series of photographs depicting Tyrol’s historic farmhouses, a collaboration between Tobias and German photographer Florian Holzherr. It’s an apt place to find the seed of inspiration from which this towering home grew. Like those early structures pictured, this house consists of a very strict, natural palette of materials. Massive boulders of quartz excavated during the creation of the basement levels were
used as flooring, a kitchen worktop and even a sink. ‘We were so excited by this discovery that we decided to go with the idea of using only local materials,’ says Tobias. ‘We used larch wood sourced from the nearby mountains, plus concrete and the stone. That’s it. Nothing else.’ The purity of this approach is the essence of this property’s beauty. ‘Normally, we don’t use so much wood in our projects,’ admits Tobias, referring to his work with Holzrausch, ‘but here it felt very important. We wanted to use the traditional chalet material, but make something that was modern. For us, it’s about simplicity and sophistication.’ Those looking for a winter escape with a difference can experience Turmhaus for themselves, as it is now available to book. offgridhideaways.com; holzrausch.de; gruenecker-reichelt.de Opposite Stone unearthed during the excavation of this home’s lower levels has been used as flooring, and also as a worktop in the adjoining kitchen. One of the cabin’s many balconies, this outdoor room beside the dining space is an ideal spot to wrap up in a blanket and enjoy the alpine view Above A compact ‘Traffic’ sofa by Konstantin Grcic for Magis, an ‘AJ’ floor lamp by Arne Jacobsen for Louis Poulsen and artwork by Walter Maurer create a feeling of modern comfort in one of the home’s guest suites
This magical mountain retreat features alongside other rural properties in Volume 19 of ELLE Decoration Country – on sale now. Buy your copy at WHSmith or online at hearstmagazines.co.uk/ ED-Country-19
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Bedroom Located on the sixth floor of the towering home, this room is clad in white fir and features a bespoke mirrored wardrobe that reflects the snowy scene outside the window. The bed linen is from Maison de Vacances and the vintage Scandinavian chair in the corner was one of the first pieces Tobias bought for this property – for a similar look try Carl Hansen & Søn
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MATERIALS, BUT MAKE SOMETHING MODERN’
Study A Prada Marfa sign, a prop from artists Michael Elmgreen and Ingar Dragset’s unshoppable Prada store beside Highway 90 in the American desert, is placed above this custom-made white-fir workspace. The stool is a piece by Karl Lichtenegger and the green table lamp was picked up at a flea market in Arezzo, Italy Bathroom Lined with larch wood and featuring a white resin floor, this space is inspired by the natural palette outside the window. The bath and sink are from German brand Michel Bäder and the playful tap is the ‘Pinocchio’ by Bruno Negri for Emmevi Rubinetterie See Stockists page for details
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Eight ways to share the festive season, from cocktail spots to workshops, exhibitions and more…
1. FOLLOW THE LIGHT
With luminous mushrooms, moths and glowworms on display, Wakehurst’s Glow Wild will invite visitors to reflect on the ‘anthropause’, or how nature responds when humans retreat. Winding its way through the wild landscape of Kew’s Sussex site before arriving at a mighty sequoia dressed in 1,800 eco bulbs, this year’s light trail heralds new installations from award-winning artists and a feasting experience at the Elizabethan Mansion. Select evenings from 25 November 2021 – 2 January 2022 (kew.org/wakehurst).
2. HIT A HOTEL BAR
A red-veined Italian marble fireplace sits in The Red Room at The Connaught
Bryan O’Sullivan designed the intimate art deco hideaway The Painter’s Room at Claridge’s
The Fife Arms is home to elegant whisky bar Bertie’s
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If the festive season isn’t just cause for a cocktail or three, then what is? This year, disciples of The Connaught’s eponymous bar – which has topped the world’s best list twice – should make a beeline for new haunt The Red Room. The hotel’s first new bar in a decade evokes a collector’s lounge, with its soft lines, swirling marble floor and thread of red running through works by female artists. It’s been a busy few months for its designer Bryan O’Sullivan, who is also behind The Painter’s Room, a petite new cocktail spot around the corner at Claridge’s replete with a pale pink onyx bar and stained glass artwork by British artist Annie Morris. For a dram of something delicious, you’re best off heading to the Highlands – Bertie’s is the latest addition to The Fife Arms in Braemar, where Russell Sage Studio has created a sumptuous drinking den in which to deliberate over 365 varieties of whiskies. Cheers…
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Somerset House is transformed into a winter wonderland for the festive season
3. SKATE AND SIGHTSEE Stately architecture provides the perfect backdrop for some of Britain’s best rinks SOMERSET HOUSE, THE STRAND Skating in the courtyard of Somerset House is like being cocooned in a Christmas bubble. With a 40-foot tree and Hotel Chocolat-supplied treats, it’s a staple of the festive calendar for good reason. From 17 November 2021 – 16 January 2022 (somersethouse.org.uk).
THE ROYAL PAVILION, BRIGHTON Visit for the interiors, stay for a spin on the ice. Brighton’s Regency palace is host to the UK’s only Christmas ice rink powered wholly by green energy – a stone’s throw from North Laine’s independent shops. From 30 October 2021 – 9 January 2022 (royalpavilionicerink.co.uk).
NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM, SOUTH KENSINGTON This season is a swansong for the much-loved rink, which will melt in January to make way for a five-acre urban garden. Don’t miss your last chance to skate in front of the Romanesque building. From 22 October 2021 – 16 January 2022 (nhmskating.com).
QUEEN’S HOUSE, GREENWICH There are few opportunities to skate in the shadow of a formal royal residence, and fewer still at a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The views across to Canary Wharf provide some unconventional festive sparkle. From 18 November 2021 – 9 January 2022 (rmg.co.uk).
4. TAKE AN ARCHITECT-LED CITY TOUR
Few understand our greatest cities better than those tasked with designing them. The architect team behind Cobble Tales have created a series of audio guides tracing Edinburgh’s Old Town, New Town and Dean Village. The former takes in everything from the Le Corbusier-influenced National Museum of Scotland to Richard Murphy’s RIBA award-winning home (cobbletales.com). Tour network Guiding Architects connects practices with adventurous pedestrians from Rio to Rotterdam, and Glasgow firm Dressed for the Weather will show you a ‘crosssection’ of their home city (guiding-architects.net). In London, look to Open City (open-city.org.uk) and The Architecture Foundation (architecture foundation.org.uk) for visits to landmark projects. DECEMBER 2021/JANUARY 2022 ELLEDECORATION.CO.UK 181
Theatre is back – if a little bruised – and where better to welcome its return than London’s West End, where architects Haworth Tompkins have signed off on a £60 million restoration of The Theatre Royal Drury Lane. The foyer and auditorium have been reconfigured, the original cantilevered staircases by Benjamin Dean Wyatt reinstated and three elegant, art-filled bars devised with the help of interior designer Alexander Waterworth. Subtler improvements include better sightlines and increased legroom. To enjoy it all to best effect, you’ll have to give in to the irresistible pull of Frozen the Musical, booking to June 2022 (lwtheatres.co.uk).
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5. SETTLE IN FOR A SHOW
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6. LOOK TO THE STARS
Perched above the rooftops on Calton Hill, Edinburgh’s City Observatory seems an unlikely home for forwardthinking arts charity Collective, whose arrival three years ago heralded the restoration of the City Dome, as well as the creation of new exhibition space The Hillside and restaurant The Lookout. Now they’ve enlisted local firm Collective Architecture to work its magic on Observatory House, an 18th-century former lodgings for visiting astronomers. Divided into two apartments, the retreat utilises sandstone, walnut and brass as well as artist commissions – wallpaper from Rabiya Choudhry and paintings by Christian Newby adorn the walls of the dining room in the circular Gothic Tower. From £290 per night (observatory-house.art).
7. LEARN A NEW SKILL From textiles to pottery, there’s no time like the present to try your hand at something different NEON WORKSHOPS, WAKEFIELD Between commissions for galleries and festivals, this specialist fabrication studio will let you in on the art of neon sculpture – an elemental mix of glass, fire, high voltage and gas – with courses from two-hour tasters to one-to-one tuition. Even the shortest sessions produce something to take home (from £75 for a two-hour taster; neonworkshops.com). STUDIO POTTERY LONDON, BELGRAVIA Hands-on and prone to unexpected results, working with clay surely lends itself to shared experience – and so do the sociable, relaxed classes at this central-London pottery studio. Select your best effort at the end of a three-hour beginners’ session and it’ll be glazed and fired, ready to pick up in a few weeks (from £130 for a three-hour taster; studio-pottery-london.com).
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POLLIANDER, FALMOUTH For the uninitiated, upholstery can feel like something of a dark art. Well placed to demystify the process is expert restorer Polly Waite, who revamps tired chairs and more with fabrics by Designers Guild, House of Hackney and Christian Lacroix. You’ll work on your own project during a weekend or five-day course (from £140 for a two-day course ; polliander.com). BLACKHORSE WORKSHOP, WALTHAMSTOW This London makers’ hub is, as they put it, a place to ‘get involved in the gritty act of putting stuff together’. Learn how to make a hanging planter or plywood vase in an evening, spend a few hours on projects like an oak display shelf and a contemporary metal candlestick, or sign up for a woodworking weekend (from £50 for an evening course; blackhorseworkshop.co.uk). DECEMBER 2021/JANUARY 2022 ELLEDECORATION.CO.UK 183
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8. CATCH AN EXHIBITION Art you’ll want to discuss afterwards, from radical filmmaking to intimate photography 1. HOCKNEY TO HIMID: 60 YEARS OF BRITISH PRINTMAKING A testament to the printmaking that emerged in a transformed post-war Britain, the Chichester-based Pallant House Gallery’s exhibition traces the medium from 20th-century obscurity. Expect over 100 etchings, engravings, lithographs and screenprints, including works from early pioneers like Enid Marx. From 13 November 2021 – 24 April 2022 (pallant.org.uk).
2. LIGHT LINES: THE ARCHITECTURAL PHOTOGRAPHS OF HÉLÈNE BINET With its language of sharp delineations and sweeping curves, modern architecture is a natural friend to the camera. And few capture it all so evocatively as Swiss photographer Hélène Binet, whose images of buildings by Zaha Hadid, Peter Zumthor and more are on display at The Royal Academy. From 23 October 2021 – 23 January 2022 (royalacademy.org.uk).
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3 . FA B E R G É I N LONDON: ROMANCE TO REVOLUTION The exquisite creations of goldsmith Carl Fabergé have become a byword for Russian craftsmanship. There are over 200 of his objects on display here at the capital’s V&A, including three Imperial Easter Eggs on a first-ever UK outing. The exhibition will also shine a light on the jeweller’s little-known London branch. From 20 November 2021 – 8 May 2022 (vam.ac.uk).
4. DEREK JARMAN PROTEST! Delays have only bolstered the buzz around this major retrospective of the British polymath, which was originally shown at Dublin’s Irish Museum of Modern Art. The free exhibition, which arrrives at Manchester Art Gallery this month, will be supplemented by films at the HOME arts hub across town. From 2 December 2021 – 10 April 2022 (manchesterart gallery.org).
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Get that ‘members only’ feeling in the V&A Museum’s former history study room
More eco-friendly than a pile of gifts (and more considered than cash), an annual membership is the perfect present for creatives
BEST FOR BEAUTIFUL MEMBERS’ ROOMS O London’s landmark galleries have something of
a monopoly on members’ rooms, and none are as special as the V&A’s. Membership includes unlimited free entry to all exhibitions, exclusive previews and shop discounts (from £45; vam.ac.uk). O Friends of the Royal Academy of Arts get free and prioritised access to all exhibitions, plus the option to bring a family member and up to four children. The Friends Lounge is tucked away in the Keeper’s House (from £62; royalacademy.org.uk). O It’s four-for-one with Tate membership, which grants members free exhibition entry and special hours across all galleries. There are members’ bars at Tate Britain and Tate Modern, and the latter boasts brilliant views across to St Paul’s Cathedral (from £84; tate.org.uk).
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The Messums sculpture garden includes Albert Paley’s ‘Proscenium EX-252’
Artland holds a special May preview for Friends, who can ramble among its Antony Gormleys and Phyllida Barlows as they please during the open season. For an extra £25, they can bring up to two dogs (from £40; jupiterartland.org). O Friends of Lambeth’s Garden Museum enjoy private views of exhibitions, discounted tickets for garden visits and a subscription to the journal. Its Dan Pearson-designed Sackler Courtyard Garden is an urban sanctuary (from £40; gardenmuseum.org.uk). O With its 13th-century tithe barn and sculpturedotted grounds, Wiltshire arts centre Messums is a spectacular rural offshoot for the London gallery. Members get access to it all, plus preview days and online talks (£50; messumswiltshire.com). DECEMBER 2021/JANUARY 2022 ELLEDECORATION.CO.UK 187
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share their skills and insight in over 100 beautifully shot online courses – think Frank Gehry teaching architecture, Annie Leibovitz on photography and Kelly Wearstler’s insight into interior design (from £168; masterclass.com). O An invitation to ‘dive into one’s deepest self’, membership to The School of Life includes big discounts on workshops, conversation evenings and books, reflecting on everything from relationships to resilience. (from £30; theschooloflife.com). O The Idler Academy is an offshoot of the cult magazine, and members get a subscription, unlimited access to back issues and over 60 courses. Some err towards the esoteric – beekeeping, ukulele, medieval literature – which is all part of the charm (from £69.95 for course access; idler.co.uk). Buy into the emotional education and words of wisdom offered by The School of Life
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The spectacular Lakeside Terrace and concrete aesthetics of the Barbican in London
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O Friends of the Royal Institute of British Architects get discounts on walking tours and behind-the-scenes building visits, as well as money off in the bar, café and bookshop (£45; architecture.com). O Barbican membership means free entry to all exhibitions at the brutalist beacon, plus after-hours previews, exclusive film screenings, rehearsal viewings and access to the members' lounge (£59; barbican.org.uk). O Members of charity The Twentieth Century Society, which campaigns for buildings under threat, receive discounts on events, a free copy of the journal and magazine C20, as well as supporting a good cause (from £45; c20society.org.uk).
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more than 200 museums and galleries as well as 50% off exhibitions at many of the big hitters. The scheme is an important channel of support for charity Art Fund (from £43; artfund.org). O Rough Trade Club is a must for open-minded music lovers, who will receive an exclusive pressing of its Album of the Month. Swaps are offered too (£263.88 per year for vinyl; roughtrade.com). O The Willoughby Book Club’s subscriptions include themes such as Homes & Gardens and Food & Drink, as well as a bespoke option, with titles hand-selected according to tastes (from £119.99; thewilloughbybookclub.co.uk).
This page, clockwise from right Tintagel House’s shared workspace, London; the former Damien Hirst-backed restaurant, Pharmacy, Notting Hill; At Six hotel, Stockholm; the Google Web Lab at the Science Museum; Stella McCartney’s New York store
Universal OUTLOOK Founded by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby in 2001, groundbreaking practice Universal Design Studio has been quietly shaping the way we live, work, shop and eat for 20 years On one of the opening pages of the new book, Inside Out (Phaidon), marking the 20th anniversary of the London-based architectural practice Universal Design Studio (UDS), there’s a comprehensive list of every person who has contributed to the practice during its two decades. It’s over 240 people. Therein lies the beating heart of how this studio, founded by the award-winning British designers Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, functions. It’s about the multiple thinkers who’ve contributed to the diverse range of projects, which include retail spaces for Stella McCartney and Mulberry, hospitality ventures such as the Ace Hotel in Shoreditch and a cocktail bar for Fortnum & Mason, exhibition design for the V&A Museum and Frieze Art Fair as well as workspaces for IMB and Jimmy Choo. When UDS was founded in 2001, it was a way of Barber and Osgerby separating their product and furniture design studio from their work across other design disciplines, including architecture. ‘In the mid-late 90s when we started, while this was perfectly normal in Italy where there’s a history of architects working in all aspects of design, here in the UK it was considered odd,’ says Osgerby. ‘We were finding it hard to explain to people in the industry what
we were doing so we decided to create a new division, which focused on architecture and interiors with an eye on collaboration.’ At UDS, there’s never one author for a project, nor a set formula, but instead an egalitarian approach – a team of creatives working collectively, utilising the minds of many. ‘We’ve never been about that singular vision of a maestro,’ says Osgerby. He calls the studio ‘an experimental playground that explores ideas about how we shop, live, eat out, learn’. Each project, he says, is trying to break new ground within its sector and challenge the received wisdom of how things should be done. It’s also a practice that reuses and reprograms existing buildings, examining how they’re used and how they serve their community rather than demolishing and rebuilding. ‘We’re an architecture practice that doesn’t build buildings,’ says Osgerby. The aim is ultimately to create spaces that, rather than be defined by stylistic signatures, are about the expression of how design and architecture can reflect changes in society. Jason Holley, director of UDS, explains the studio’s principle, ‘as the book title suggests, we try to work from the inside out. We’re thinking about humans
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This page, clockwise from above Ace Hotel, London; Fortnum & Mason at the Royal Exchange; At Six Hotel, Stockholm; UDS’s Clerkenwell office
and the context in which a building is used. That means every says. ‘What made it special was the blurring of boundaries to make response is site and user specific.’ a hybrid space that was partly about transient guests from out of There are the stand-out projects, of course. The expressive town, and partly about local culture and that casual workspace in Stella McCartney stores in New York’s Meatpacking District and the lobby.’ That project has led to a long-term collaboration with on London’s Bruton Street were early defining moments for the the design-led, co-working brand The Office Group, for which UDS studio in 2003. Barber and Osgerby, who remain on the board of designed Tintagel House in 2018, a flagship 12-storey heritage the company, but are no longer part of the day-to-day running of building, along with numerous other workspaces in the pipeline. So, what’s next for UDS? ‘We’ve not yet delved into the ageing the studio, led the project, which successfully married bespoke product, industrial design and interior community,’ says co-director Paul Gulati. architecture. The custom-made tile they ‘We need better experiences in healthcare ‘WE’RE TRYING TO designed and used across the wall space is and a focus back on to the high street. If retail one such example. ‘We often talk about our is dead, then there’s real estate that’s GIVE PEOPLE THE important to not just business, but also local architecture having the level of detail that a SPACES THEY DESERVE, community – we can use our experience piece of furniture might have,’ says Holley. there. We’re also interested in mobility and Similarly, the interactive Google Web Lab WITH PASSION at the Science Museum, which opened in 2012, electric vehicles.’ Holley agrees: ‘We’re trying AND OPENNESS’ was about using a space for unpacking ideas to give people the spaces they deserve. We and storytelling. Weaving physical and digital look for collaborators and clients who share worlds together, it looked at how a playful exhibition space could that same passion and openness.’ enable people to engage with technology in a meaningful way. Ultimately, Barber and Osgerby's core aim has always been about The Ace Hotel in Shoreditch, completed in 2013, was a pivotal collaboration: to create a campus atmosphere. ‘I honestly think that moment for both the studio and the neighbourhood. ‘We’d not Ed and I have spent 25 years trying to recreate college,’ Osgerby says. worked on a hotel at that point,’ admits Holley, ‘but the Ace team ‘That feeling we had at the Royal College of Art of wandering around, loved how we challenged them. They didn’t give us much of a brief, going between departments, being friends with people in graphics, but we went on this journey together.’ UDS associate director Carly product design, architecture and knowing that sharing ideas between Sweeney, who worked on the project, agrees. ‘We learned so much disciplines without being siloed was productive and exciting. It’s still on that project and became a genuine contributor to the area,’ she the best way to work. That’s it, really.’ universaldesignstudio.com DECEMBER 2021/JANUARY 2022 ELLEDECORATION.CO.UK 191
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DAVID STUDWELL David Studwell often uses figures that are synonymous with certain eras, in particular the swinging sixties. Marilyn Monroe, Elizabeth Taylor and Steve McQueen all crop up in his prints, evoking a strong sense of nostalgia. His work has been exhibited in London and the USA. David’s work hangs in private collections worldwide and has been collected by Kate Moss, Nile Rodgers and Sheryl Crow. Title: ‘Elton John: Home Run-Dodger Stadium 1975’ Screen print. Edition of 50. 95 x 63cm. £1,650. Visit: www.davidstudwellgallery.co.uk or email david@davidstudwellgallery.co.uk
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HENRY HOLLAND My husband David and I didn’t have a dining table for almost two years. I’m an entertainer, but he’s not as sociable. All of our friends know what he’s like, so it’s become a long-standing joke. All of a sudden, we were seeing Dirk van der Kooij’s work everywhere and I thought, ‘Oh my god, this would be amazing’. He makes all his pieces from plastic off-cuts, so the team in the Netherlands sent us a picture of a pile of remnants. Working on the colour palette with them was a really cool process. There’s lilac, yellow, white, a sort of textured peachy grey, and then a neon pink which was created by melting down those old coloured CD cases from the early 2000s – you can still see the 99 cent price tickets. In places it’s completely transparent. It’s got a real depth to it. 202 ELLEDECORATION.CO.UK DECEMBER 2021/JANUARY 2022
We both have parents that have been collectors or dealers of antiques and the table is kind of the same idea: it’s about taking something that’s going to be thrown out and repurposing it in a different way. When we bought our first house, we had zero money left after the renovation, so it was very much about what we could afford. Now we’re focused on buying fewer things and investing in pieces that we’ll have for a long time. This is one of the first design pieces that we’ve bought together. We have quite different tastes, but this was one thing we managed to agree on, even though it’s quite a bold piece. We’ve just bought our second house, and I think the table is a signifier that we should start inviting people over for dinner again. henryhollandstudio.com
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A custom-made Dirk van der Kooij ‘Melting Pot’ table was worth the wait for the fashion and homeware designer