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news & shopping E VE RYO N E ’ S TALK I N G AB O UT Tate Modern’s Level 9 restaurant, Atelier Vime’s wicker panels and JFK’s Connie Bar NEWS Succumb to the Sevillian influence of Cole & Son’s latest collection, indulge in the decadence of Fortnum & Mason’s Easter chocs and discover how some big brands are taking a new approach to retail TH E E DITE D CHOICE Take a good look at yourself – in these cool curvaceous mirrors THE CATWALK LOOK We’re romancing the stone with pebble shapes and organic hues TH E E DITE D CHOICE If it’s beautifully chiselled side tables you’re after, put it there... DESIGNING THE HOMES OF THE FUTURE The concept of houses is about to change beyond recognition – we investigate the cause and effect LI F E . ST Y LE . E TC Eco-retailer Beth Noy explains her one-woman plan to save the planet THE ART OF COLLABORATION Ella Ritchie bangs the drum for equal opportunities in art
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fabulous spaces ROOM OF THE MONTH An amazing sofa and modern art are a match made in, well, a palazzo WEST LONDON HOME Laura Higgs and her husband Chris brought their Victorian house to life with cool colours and design classics AUSTRALIAN BARN Far from the city – and far from dull – stylist Lynda Gardener’s beautiful bolthole is a masterclass in serenity and style EAST LONDON PAD Interior designer Emilie Fournet enhanced this Georgian townhouse with vintage furnishings and neat architectural ideas MADRID APARTMENT Designer María Santos took the white approach when creating a home that combines aesthetics of comfort and calm NORTH LONDON FLAT Mallika Chaudhuri and husband Sean Hill were on the same level – literally – when thinking of ways to maximise family space
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design & decorating DETAIL OF THE MONTH The only way is up with this ingeniously designed curving staircase RIGHT ANGLES Geometrics rule in textiles and papers, and the result is energy and warmth STYLE FILE Rugs, sofas, cushions and pendants, with the accent on sustainable living NEW SEASON SS20 wallpapers and fabrics – from monkey motifs to colourful kilims ECO WALL FINISHES For a greener home DESIGN PROFILES Three emerging designers who are changing the way materials are used
innovate dossier NEWS Cool but clever buys for the hi-tech home NEWS Security with a cutting edge NEWS Ultra-smart blinds, shades and shutters LOOKBOOK Spaces that incorporate tech stylishly INTERVIEWS Smart home insights from Google Nest’s Katie Morgenroth and architect David Money PLANNING Seven tips for seamless tech INNOVATION Advances for a better lifestyle
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the lifestyle edit PLACE OF THE MONTH Locket’s, a retro gem that’s a cafe by day and a wine bar by night GOING OUT OUT Diaries to hand – our pick of this month’s must-visit events and hangouts COOK An easy masala omelette for two DOWNTIME Essential sights, sounds and reads for the ultimate you-time HOTEL HOT LIST The most stylish retreats, from sleepy Paros to laid-back Palm Springs GLOBETROTTER An insider’s view of Bangkok from designer Patcharavipa Bodiratnangkura MY HAPPY PLACE News editor Maudie Manton goes goggle-eyed at the Berkhamsted Rex cinema
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innovate I’m not particularly good with change. I find comfort in routine, friendliness in the familiar, solace in knowing what’s about to happen next. It’s an unfortunate personality trait that I’m always intending to work on (although my fiancé might say it’s not as bad as my inability to unload cutlery from the dishwasher w ithout ma king a clatter), as clinging to the knowable is not a quality that gets you very far in 2020. I am writing this four days before the UK is due to leave the EU – and it looks as though it might actually happen this time – another example of shifting circumstances, a future shrouded in uncertainty. And so, I’ve decided to get on board with it all. Not all change is bad (if I say this enough, I might start believing it); for instance, after years of a stagnant housing market, it seems like buoyancy is back. Anecdotally, in conversations with our friends at interiors brands, there’s a sense that business is picking up, people are decorating, renovating, moving up and moving on – embracing change of their own. It’s in this spirit that we’ve devoted this issue to looking ahead at the advances being made in design. I found our report about the architects creating the
homes of the future (page 34) particularly fascinating. It’s a glimpse into how changing briefs are informing what our next homes could be like. I love the idea of how a thoughtful positioning of a front door can affect how plugged in we feel to our community, which in turn has a positive influence on our lives. Elsewhere in the issue you’ll find an aesthete’s guide to folding tech into your home in our Design Dossier Lookbook (page 140), advice on how to use the sustainable wall finishes that are becoming more widely available (page 124) and a look at some exciting new designers who are changing the way we think about materials (page 128). Of course, one of the biggest challenges facing all of us, not just designers, is how our choices continue to impact on the environment. I was pleased to see that some of my colleagues here at TI Media have created a new magazine called Green Living Made Easy, which is full of great ideas for smarter living and inspiring information about how to take care of our future. It’s available from newsagents now (and, yes, it’s printed on paper with EU Ecolabel certification – a level of environmental excellence). Here’s to looking ahead with excitement.
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everyone’s talking about... P O P E AT S Yes, the Marilyn Diptych will be on show at Tate Modern’s imminent Warhol blockbuster (from 12 March), but you’d be a fool to miss the action upstairs at Level 9 Restaurant. Head chef Jon Atashroo has devised a witty snack menu reimagining popular American foods, with Coca-Cola jelly, cornflakes panna cotta and ‘bringing home the bacon’ ice cream.
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FAB COLLABS We love a surprise design dalliance. This month’s creative couplings bring us graphic furnishing fabrics (left) by fashion designer Duro Olowu and furniture maker Soane, and vases and tableware by Claudia Schiffer in partnership with Vista Alegre and Bordallo Pinheiro.
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Mile-high style doesn’t have to be all plastic trays and dull lighting. At JFK, calm pre-flight nerves in TWA’s Connie Bar (right) – located in a disused plane – for a retro take on cabin chic. Back on home tarmac, dine at Bob Bob Cité in Leadenhall Street, London, for smart train carriage-cum-cruise ship casino interiors.
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TA B L E S C A P E S There’s no need to worry about aesthetics when laying the table for your next dinner party. Following in the footsteps of catering companies that deliver canapés and three courses to your door, beautiful rentable table settings from The Sette ensure you serve up in style on the big night.
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supporting role If floor-to-ceiling storage strikes you as bulky and space-sapping, look to Living Divani for an approach that’s light and streamlined. Sailor, its bookcase designed by David Lopez Quincoces, features solid wood shelves held together by slender hexagonal uprights to form an understated piece that’ll let treasured objets shine.
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all the trimmings You can always rely on Christopher Farr Cloth to focus on fine materials, art and craftsmanship, and its first passementerie collection is no exce ption . These de corative trimmings are part of a brilliant collaboration with colour-confident designer Kit Kemp, co-owner of boutique hotel group Firmdale Hotels. Expect ombre fringing and geometric patterns. Pop Art borders, £90m (christopherfarrcloth.com)
Shelves, from €728; uprights, from €395 (cavigioli.com for stockist details)
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First designed in the 1930s and now relaunched in a fabric from 1943, this punchy little stool from designer Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn will allow you to sit on a little slice of history. What’s more, look closely and you’ll notice that its Notturno print depicts yellow peppercorns dancing against palm trees in a tropical night’s sky. Magical. €1,500 (svenskttenn.se/en)
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in the clear ‘Gardening, but make it chic’ was the brief behind this slick borosilicate glass watering can from Ichendorf Milano. It’s a welcome and equally practical alternative to the plastic green perennial. Sold! Boboli watering can, £43.50, (scp.co.uk)
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Large Pond mirror, £239, Ferm Living at Amara
Yuma mirror, £25, Habitat
Wall jewellery mirror, £490, Ligne Roset Bamboo mirror, £59, Bloomingville at Nordic Nest
Ellipse mirror, €490, Red Edition
Keste mirror, £1,550, William Yeoward
Cesta mirror, £601, Ames at Made in Design
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cur v y mirrors Bare white walls need little more than loopy lines and sinuous silhouettes to ring the changes
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top marks Bitossi Home’s Abracadabra collection is tabletop eccentricity at its best, bringing circus colours, harlequin patterns and big-top stripes to dinner times by way of gold-rimmed dessert plates and porcelain cups. Fortuna (top) and Tempesta dessert plates, £29 each, La Tigre for Bitossi Home (madeindesign.co.uk)
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lounge around Typical of Gallotti & Radice’s grown-up aesthetic, the three-part Oly seat pairs a monochrome tweed with brown suede for standout sophistication. And given that it sits somewhere between an ottoman, chaise longue and bench, it should be easy to find a space for it to call home. From £5,263, Massimo Castagna for Gallotti & Radice (gallottiradice.it)
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in the spotlight The Balancer wall lamp, new from Scandi brand Northern, caters to homeworkers who like to burn the midnight oil. Keeping things pared-back and professional, it features a black extendable steel arm and a softly diffused light that will see you through those long evenings spent at your laptop. £550 (northern.no)
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Terracotta large plate in Grey, £47, Silvia K Ceramics at The New Craftsmen
the catwalk look Fiori coffee table, £2,050, Antrei Hartikainen & Poiat at Monologue
Hebe lamp, £240, Ferm Living at Utility
Retro Webbing black mango cabinet, £845, HK Living at Design Vintage
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Seated Nude rug, £7,200, Faye Toogood for cc-tapis at Monologue Acne Studios’ spring 2020 collection was all about rough-hewn finishes for an earthy luxe look
Stitch cushion, £175, Tom Dixon at Made in Design
Stone-shaped cut-outs and cool cream tones elevated knitwear at Toga
stone’s throw Ipanema sofa, from £5,220, Didier Gomez for Ligne Roset
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holiday romance A recent sojourn in Seville, Spain’s Andalusian capital, proved to be a trip that would set the wheels in motion for a knockout summer collection for Carley Bean, design director at wallpaper mammoth Cole & Son. Struck by the city’s visual diversity, Bean later had her wider team, cameras and sketchbooks in tow, nose to the ground, on Seville’s ceramiclined streets, resulting in 14 papers that reflect the city’s rich cultural history. Spanning trompe l’œil to small-scale geometrics, standout designs include Alcazar Garden – with its neat rows of topiary and 13th-century architecture – and Bougainvillea (pictured), a trailing floral print in Spanish-feel colourways. Bougainvillea 117/6016, £120 a roll; (bathroom) Piccadilly 117/8023, £110 a roll (cole-and-son.com)
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heaven scent It’s all aboard the Piccadilly line to Knightsbridge as Harrods steams ahead with the redevelopment of its 160,000sq ft interiors floor (now one of the UK’s largest home design departments we’re told). Follow your nose to the third floor for the Home Fragrance room, a one-stop olfactory destination for everything wax, wick and diffuser, featuring old-time favourites (Cire Trudon, Jo Malone London) and new drops (don’t miss plant-based Notting Hill restaurant Farmacy’s organic candles). If you’ve bigger projects in mind, swing into the new Harrods Interior Design studio. 87-135 Brompton Road, London SW1X 7XL (harrods.com)
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easter chocolate ’Tis the most indulgent time of year for the sweet-toothed among us. Dial up the decadence with these left-field delights that break the mould. Pack of five Asparagus Spears, £17.95 for 220g, Fortnum & Mason; Spring Lemon, £3 for 45g, Waitrose & Partners; Eggs and Soldiers, £10 for 135g, Hotel Chocolat.
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new wave Having played more than a small part in last year’s scallop shape renaissance with its oh-so -prett y placemats and vintage furniture, Fulham Road interiors emporium The Edition 94 is revisiting its best-loved motif by way of handmade and hand-lacquered mirrors. Choose from oval or round designs, a variet y of colours spanning candy pink to forest green, and any bespoke size you fancy. Sold! O val mirror, from £795 for 40cm. (theedition94.com)
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Betania side table, £228, Anthropologie
Balzac side table, £99, Atkin & Thyme
Uma side table, £962, Arteriors Gio side table, £1,150.80, Julian Chichester
1968 small table, £1,584, Gallotti&Radice
Chap side table, £1,510, Matteo Zorzenoni for Miniforms at Go Modern
Halves side table, £291, Muuto at Connox
Floating Disks side table, £149, West Elm
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model has largely been built on a buy-now, try-at-home-later mentality, Samsung is flipping the very concept of how we shop on its head. Its Samsung KX space swaps the humble four-wall shop (both figuratively and literally given it’s housed under Heatherwick Studio’s strikingly curved ‘kissing’ roofs) in favour of ‘experience spaces’ and ‘inspiration hubs’, offering visitors the chance to sample the brand’s technology by way of film nights, gaming tournaments, cocktail masterclasses and a state-of-the-art ‘connected kitchen’ (make purchases at home later if impressed). Samsung is calling it ‘retail therapy of the future’; we’re calling it a pretty fun day out.
that we’re better connected yet living more solitary lives, so Habitat’s MO is to inject sociability into the brand experience. Part of its current Home Detox campaign, a series of workshops hosted by designers and tastemakers, including Topology (above) and Conservator y Archives, promises expert advice on topics such as small-space living alongside the chance to mingle with other home enthusiasts. And because a load of lovely objects chucked together do not necessarily a beautiful home make, each designer will be creating an installation at its Tottenham Court Road flagship complete with tips for replicating the look at home.
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Grove and Dering Street, London; York; Oxford and Brighton stores WHAT If it seems futile to muse over the future of the high street when our very planet is in jeopardy, Toast – everyone’s favourite for rustic-luxe – is addressing the sustainability issue by rolling out its Circle clothes swap initiative to new stores this year. Take your pre-loved Toast item in store, attach a tag detailing its life and wear, receive a token denoting its value (under £199 or over £200) and then redeem it on a piece from the curated rails of donated clothes. With the added bonus of customer connectivity, it’s a brave step in the right direction for mindful shopping and the circular economy.
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designing the homes of the future Chances are your next house will look unlike any you’ve seen before. New ideas are shaping architecture, creating superior, happier, more fulfilling places to live
hat will the decades ahead look like, and how will your house evolve to incorporate them? Probably in more ways than you might expect, as your next home is likely to look very different from those of today. No, we’re not talking space for a Jetsons-era robot housemaid, but architecture that embraces and enhances the changes in our lifestyles. One major shif t is the rise in blende d or mu lt i-gener at iona l families as well as single-person households, meaning that traditional home layouts need updating. And because more people are working from home, a trend is emerging that is part of the ‘sharer economy’, where communities share resources such as meeting rooms and gardens. CO L L A B O R AT I V E A P P R OAC H This new way of thinking is shaping developments such as Marmalade Lane, a RIBA award-winning project in Cambridge by Mole Architects. With 42 terraced houses and apartments, it’s one of the new co-housing concepts springing up around the UK, where residents collaborate to run the estate. Aspiring towards mixed, intergenerational living, it boasts vegetable gardens, a communal kitchen and a Common House containing guest bedrooms. The collective approach improves everyone’s wellbeing, from families to singles who may need more social interaction. Perhaps your next home will be taking its lead from the architects AHMM and developer Solidspace, who have reinvented the mansion block in their project at 81-87 Weston Street near London Bridge station. The design avoids the dated one-size-fits-all approach with eight flats that include flexible open-plan rooms and self-contained bedrooms that can be rented out. Multi-level entrances offer privacy
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for those living together but separately. ‘We build on the principle of long life, recognising that there are times when you might need a relative living with you, or visitors, lodgers or carers,’ says Roger Zogolovitch of Solidspace. FUTURE-PROOF DESIGNS Incidentally, our ageing population could prove to be good for the housing industry, as it promotes design for long-term wellbeing. Wildernesse Mews by Morris + Company, a cluster of almshouse-style retirement homes in the grounds of a Kent manor, is especially innovative. Houses have large hallways that allow residents to install a lift and there are shared planting areas to combat problems like loneliness. ‘We expect to see more developments that make it easier for older people to maintain independence,’ says architect Marcus Adams of JTP. Its Lenton Green and Radford scheme in Nottingham keeps homes close to amenities so people live near the things they need most. Community comes in all shapes and sizes, and low-rise housing, inspired by the familial spirit of the past, is increasingly being chosen over high-rise living. Take Norwich development Goldsmith Street designed by Mikhail Riches, which won last year’s RIBA Stirling Prize. It’s a network of 19th-century-style terraces that blends with its surroundings, a model also followed by Hawkins\ Brown with its new Agar Grove estate in Camden. Here, new buildings are f used with old ones to ‘stitch’ them into the community, while squares and walkways create a social network. Both projects are built in brick, a material that is back in favour. Thanks to a mix of good looks and familiarity, bricks help create a sense of place, as well as being sustainable. Using eco materials in new builds is imperative, but architects are also recycling what
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MODERN U P DAT E 31/44 Architects’ Corner House in London’s Peckham offers a 21st-century take on the Victorian terrace. It comprises a three-bedroom house and two apartments on an otherwise wasted plot of land. (Left) In Weston Street, near London Bridge, AHMM and Solidspace have designed eight flats with flexible living in mind
Marmalade Lane in Cambridge promotes community living
E CO - F R I E N D LY I D E A S And of course, future homes will be greener. Passivhaus – a sustainable approach that creates ultra-energy-efficient buildings – and other eco credentials were once the preserve of self-builds, but now they’re being reworked for the masses: both Goldsmith Street and Agar Grove are Passivhaus compliant, the two largest such projects in the UK. This system, which originated in the 1970s, is now being used worldwide. ‘It’s about attention to detail – positioning windows to let in sun, but adding shades to reduce overheating in summer,’ says The Bicester Box Oliver Bulleid, director of Mikhail Riches. House project ‘Goldsmith Street letterboxes are integrated uses Studio Bark’s U-Build system into external walls, rather than being draughty slots in doors.’ In Agar Grove, large windows are focused on south-facing walls, where they enhance light and warmth, with smaller windows to the north to reduce heat loss. Important changes are happening on the outside, too. While you’re likely to see more living roofs, a response to the increased rainfall that comes with climate change, solar roof panels are also becoming more sophisticated. Tesla’s new black glass roofing is infinitely sleeker than current panels. Solar roofs will soon be able to heat water as well as generate electricity, while biomass boilers can run off plant materials like woodchip rather than fossil fuels. Internally, your home will be a hive of technology – even more than it currently is. One of the most integrated smart home systems is Loxone, which controls multiple functions via an app. Features
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i nclude mon itors that reduce water consumption, sensor-controlled blinds that adjust according to sunlight levels, and the option to switch off individual sockets remotely. Its security system makes your home safer, not just from burglars, but by deploying sensors to detect fires and leaks. All of this means you’ll have more control over your home than ever. While developments like Lenton Green already treat residents as co-creators, a new crop of developers is pioneering the custom- and self-build movement, supplying modular, prefabricated homes. Studio Bark makes it easier to self-build with its U-Build f lat-pack timber concept. It costs from £240,000 and, says director Nick Newman, ‘offers an alternative to the contractorled approach for community housing’. Its first project, Box House in Bicester, will be followed by 1,900 more homes nearby. A F FO R DA B L E O P T I O N S There’s also Naked House, aimed at buyers on modest incomes, whose first plot of 22 homes launches in Enfield in 2021. Constructed from low-cost materials, its modular units have ledges on top, so an extra storey can be added, and come with party-wall agreements if owners want to extend. Interior fittings are basic, so buyers need to complete their spaces. ‘We want to put people back at the centre of homebuilding,’ says co-founder Simon Chouffot. ‘We think this will create a stronger sense of identity, ownership and community.’ If this movement takes off, the tendency of big developers to cut corners with poky rooms and windows – currently a favourite money-saving tactic – could be a thing of the past. As housing designer Wayne Hemingway points out, the home dwellers of the future will include the Greta Thunberg generation, and they won’t easily be fobbed off with compromises. Their homes could be greener and more versatile than ever – and they will be firmly in the driving seat.
PHOTOGRAPHS (MARMALADE LANE) JIM STEPHENSON 2019; (BOX HOUSE) LENNY CODD
already exists by reimagining ‘leftover’ sites. Dallas Pierce Quintero’s Courtyard House occupies a former builder’s yard in London and reuses remnants found there, while 31/44 Architects’ Corner House in Peckham transforms the end of a Victorian terrace, fitting a three-bedroom house and two apartments into what would have otherwise been dead space.
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purred on by her frustration at buying items packaged in singleuse plastic, Beth Noy launched Plastic Freedom – an online shop selling a fabulous range of plastic-free products, from beauty to homeware. In less than two years, it has become one of the biggest online shops of its kind in the UK, and every order comes with a pledge to plant a tree. Beth lives in Southport with her two whippets, Smurfie and Roo. What was the light-bulb moment that led to you launching the business? I was trying to make plastic-free changes in my life and when I ordered a safety razor that came wrapped in single-use plastic, I thought this is insane. I realised that if I was having this problem, other people must be, too, so I decided to make it easier for them. What’s the greatest sacrifice you’ve made for work? Sleep! For the first 11 months, I had a full-time job as a marketing manager in my family’s bike business, so I’d come home and still have a day’s work to do. And the biggest risk you’ve taken? Last January, I took on a warehouse unit and hired my first member of staff. Until then, I’d been operating out of my spare bedroom with no overheads. It was a huge risk, but I wish I’d done it earlier – it was by doing this that the business really took off. What’s your proudest achievement so far? In November, the charity Surfers Against Sewage held the first plastic-free awards and I was a finalist in the small business category. Attending that event, and knowing that every single person there was fighting for the same thing, was very special. The easiest swap for abandoning plastic? I always say start by committing to one thing, such as never buying a plastic bottle. You can use tap water to refill a bottle and buy drinks in cans or glass. It’s a small
lifestyle change, but makes a huge difference. The toughest changes you’ve made to go plastic-free… Definitely food, such as cereals, crisps and chocolate – all those snacks you can easily buy but that come in plastic that may stay around for 200 years. What is the best plastic-free product you’ve come across? Beauty Kubes – a brilliant solid shampoo. I am always being asked what I use on my hair! What are your favourite eco-brands? Beauty Kubes, Wild Sage + Co, White Rabbit Skincare, Georganics, Truthbrush, Lani, Zao… I do my research with every product
before I stock it, as I want people to love it so much that they will order it again. What is your biggest extravagance? I don’t really buy much, as I don’t like waste, a nd I tend to spend more money on experiences, such as spa days with friends. How would you describe your interiors style? Beachy and simple but filled with pops of colour, plants and photographs. Share your best business tip… Trust your gut and don’t be afraid to take risks when you know it is the right move. X
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CLOCKWISE, FROM TOP Installation by Mawuena Kattah; Flying Horse notebook, £6, by Ntiense Eno-Amooquaye; artist Ntiense at work; Scattered Hairline print, £70, by Clifton Wright
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What is Intoart? We’re a collaborative art and design studio in Peckham, south London, which was set up as a cooperative for people with learning difficulties. Our overall vision is to help people to be visible, equal and established. It’s a collective ethos – we have 20 artists who we work with closely as they develop their practices. Why did you set it up? I started volunteering with people with learning disabilities in my second year at Central Saint Martins, and became acutely aware that the people I was working with didn’t have the same access to opportunity that I did. There is a lack of provision and ambition to extend arts education to all, meaning that a lot of talent goes unharnessed, so we opened Intoart in 2000 and we now provide a foundation course that then becomes a long-term relationship – some of our artists have been with us for 15 years. How does the programme work? Five new people started last term, and we spend the first two years teaching them techniques such as screen printing, clay work and drawing. They then come in for a couple of days a week to work in our art or design studio, putting together exhibitions, creating products or developing their art. How does it affect the artists’ lives? I think it helps them to form a different type of relationship, one that isn’t based on support worker and service user, but on equality. Feeling valued, and discovering what is possible can have a huge and long-lasting impact. What counts as a success? It depends on the individual – I tend to look at significant moments rather than the end result. For some artists, simply managing to sustain two hours in the studio is a huge accomplishment, whereas for someone else, it is getting their work into a national touring show. I always say that it’s not just another day in the studio but an opportunity to progress and learn. What support do you need? We’re half funded by the Arts Council and half funded by private donations – so money is always good! But we’re really looking for design ambassadors, anyone who can give us meaningful invitations to collaborate. One Christmas, we worked with John Smedley on a range of jumpers that were showcased in the store window, so any new potential partners would be great. What’s coming up next? We recently had our Intoart Annual Exhibition at our gallery in Peckham, where we launched some new products, too. Then we were off to Tokyo with three of our artists to develop our 2020 collection. We just thought, why not?
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Brut three-seat sofa by Konstantin Grcic for Magis. It has a cast iron frame and seat pad with removable fabric cover. Available from Aram Store
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LIVING ROOM Extra beading was put up in the alcove to frame the bold and colourful artwork. Armchairs, Aldo Morbelli at Vinterior. Photogram, Liz Nielsen at Black Box Projects. Art consultant Amanda Lambert helped source it
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Marrying beautiful traditional details with bold designs in even bolder colours is no mean feat. But with a background in fashion and project management, it’s no surprise that Laura Higgs has used the pops of red, orange, yellow, green and blue found in her wardrobe to such great effect in the Victorian house she shares with husband Chris and their two daughters. The couple found the west London property six years ago – ‘a 1970s relic in a Victorian shell, with peach-coloured bathrooms and old newspapers behind the walls,’ recalls Laura. ‘Chris’ parents had given us some money towards it on the condition that we knocked everything through to give them a mini flat space for when they visit. And although the garden isn’t huge, the house is double-fronted, rare for the area, which meant we could create great spaces for lateral living.’ However, things didn’t exactly go to plan. ‘I thought after buying it we’d be here three months, get planning, move out, do it up and be back in within six months,’ says Laura. In fact, it took three years to get planning approval and then build. The family rented locally while Laura project managed the renovation, liaising daily with the builder Ned Fitzpatrick. ‘Often we decided things on the hoof, literally drawing new plans on the walls. But it really suited how I like to work,’ she says. It proved a gargantuan job and included removing floors, ceilings and the entire back wall of the house, leaving only the traditional facade intact. A curving central staircase – ‘the spine of the house,’ says Laura – was repositioned further back to help create a more ‘left/right even feel’. And a ‘shedload of steel’, as Laura puts it, was also installed to allow for the double-height, all-glass extension on the back. On the third floor (there are five floors), the ceiling was lowered to create a roomier top floor and loft space, which is now a playroom for the girls and an office for Laura. While the new-build back and lower-ground floor’s modern architectural look was intentional, Laura wanted the upper floors to retain as much of the house’s late-Victorian feel as possible. She photographed everything, measuring the high skirtings and elegant cornicing so ‘where we couldn’t keep the old, the new would be in similar proportion to the original’. Towards the end, Laura admits she slightly lost her mojo. ‘I’d overseen construction, I’d chosen all the colours and most of the furniture, but it had stopped being fun,’ she says. With her 40th birthday looming, she turned to Kitesgrove design team, overseen by Sophie Coller, to help push her past the finishing line. ‘It was really nice to have people to talk to and bounce ideas around with,’ she says. ‘They encouraged me to work with designers like Sebastian Cox and challenged my instinct for colour even further. They brought back the fun.’ The result is a home perfect for entertaining, no matter what time of year. ‘Upstairs is more of a winter space and in the summer, it’s so nice to throw the doors open wide downstairs,’ says Laura. ‘Chris and I both love to host!’ she enthuses. ‘Nothing beats dancing to our favourite songs with our friends around us.’ X
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home profile THE OWNERS Laura and Chris Higgs live here with daughters Aveline, eight, and Eloise, five, plus cats Bella and Egor. Laura is in luxury fashion e-commerce, while Chris works in tech.
THE PROPERTY A five-storey, late-Victorian house in west London with seven bedrooms and five bathrooms. On the lower ground floor is a large open-plan kitchen, dining and cinema area, plus a flat for Chris’ parents. On the upper ground floor, there’s a living room and a dining room/study. On the first floor is the master suite, children’s bedrooms and a bathroom. Above are guest rooms, plus a loft playroom/study.
LIVING ROOM Bright colour on the more modern pieces actually draws the eye to the period features. Curtain in Patagonia in Floral Pink, Holland & Sherry. Mirror, Looking Glass of Bath. Clay table, Marc Krusin for DeSalto at Tollgård Design Group. Ring chairs, The Conran Shop
ENTERTAINING AREA Part of the new open-plan kitchen-diner, this space has a projector hanging from the ceiling for cosy movie nights. Table, Anthropologie. Revolve rise & fall pendant light, Bert Frank. Bespoke Brogan console table, Sebastian Cox. Walls in French Grey Mid, Little Greene
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DINING ROOM Laura painted the walls and ceiling in a deep-blue shade for a cave-like feel that’s different to the rest of the house. Walls and ceiling in Hicks Blue, Little Greene. Scorched ash dining table, Sebastian Cox at The New Craftsmen. Bespoke sideboard, Sebastian Cox. Curtain in Memphis, Christopher Farr Cloth; made by Emma Haslam Interiors
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KITCHEN ‘I wanted the materials down here to be the heroes,’ says Laura. ‘Stained wood, marble – and brass as an accent.’ Cabinets, Stanrock Building Services; in oak veneer, Capital Crispin Veneer; fabricated by Kinley. Calacatta Gris/Grey worktop and splashback, Furrer. Colt pendant, Bert Frank. Miniforms Pelleossa bar stools, Arredatutto
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KITCHEN - DINER ‘The table had to make a statement because you look down on it from the mezzanine above,’ says Laura. ‘And the burnt red works in this space.’ Tobi-Ishi table, Barber & Osgerby at B&B Italia. 265 wall light, Paolo Rizzatto for Flos. Garden design, Declan Buckley of Buckley Design Associates (buckleydesignassociates.com)
MASTER BEDROOM ‘I love wallpaper,’ says Laura, ‘but I knew I had to tone it down a bit in this house because everything would have been wallpapered otherwise,’ she laughs. Adam’s Eden wallpaper in Ebony, Lewis & Wood. Oak credenza, Lukas Dahlén for Ringvide. Custom-made cupboards lined with Paso horsehair fabric, John Boyd Textiles at Alton-Brooke
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home truths YO U R B E S T PA R T I E S ? When they climax with a silent disco!
L A S T T H I N G YO U D O W N L O A D E D ? Elizabeth Day interviewing Lemn Sissay on her podcast How to Fail. He talks about how his childhood rejection flourished into huge literary acclaim.
S E C R E T S H O P P I N G D E S T I N AT I O N ? W6 Garden Centre for quirky houseplants and local potters’ ceramics to house them. For special treats, the butcher HG Walter.
NOT MANY PEOPLE KNOW TH IS … …but I once drove forklift trucks.
DREAM MODE OF TRANSPORT? A Grand Prix dressage horse or a Tesla Cybertruck.
FAV O U R I T E T I M E O F T H E Y E A R ? When the beech forests start to unfurl in spring. The sunlight through the new acidic green is so full of hope.
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Pamela armchair, £525, Sweetpea & Willow
Jada four-light linear pendant, £140, Next
Hakimi wallpaper in Ebony, £75 a roll, Sanderson at Style Library
Catalina table lamp in Yellow, £195, Soho Home
Wallace cane and oak sideboard, £1,498, Anthropologie
Woad intelligent eggshell, £31 for 1ltr, Little Greene
Decay glass art, £349, BoConcept
Tulou coffee table, £165, HAY at Amara
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Champagney chevron aged flooring, £163.14sq m, Ted Todd
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Laura and Chris’ eclectic interiors are completely cool
A different perspective Some furniture is made for the here and now. Some is built to stand the test of time. At Neptune, we believe it can do both – look good, and wear well. Because good design never gets old.
Interior stylist Lynda Gardener’s latest project – her own personal bolthole and part-time Airbnb escape – radiates her passion for design and is a masterclass in modern country style PHOTOGRAPHY Marnie Hawson X
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LIVING AREA For a collector like Lynda, no surface is left unstyled. ‘Schemes always start with my collections, old and new – the design builds up around them,’ she says. Libra Black Deco Buffalo Bone photo frame, Cotswold Trading, would also work here. For replica vases in this style, try Artisanti
LIVING AREA A low-level linen sofa adds a relaxed, laid-back vibe to the space. ‘Cushions can be moved to wherever you want them – the sofa instantly makes guests want to sprawl out and relax.’ Temps Calme corner composition sofa, Roche Bobois, has this modular style. Tobacco cushion, Major-Minor. For similar hanging grass pendant lights, try Tine K Home
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hen your Instagram starts pinging frantically with requests to stay at a property that you are still building, you know something special is happening,’ says Lynda. ‘So many guests pre-booked without seeing the finished space – that sense of trust felt very overwhelming and was so unexpected.’ For those in the know, however, it comes as no surprise. Internationally renowned interior stylist Lynda Gardener has spent the last 30 years establishing an unrivalled reputation for her unique design aesthetic and down-to-earth, can-do attitude – styling showrooms for Levi Strauss & Co; opening Melbourne-based Empire – one of the world’s first vintage concept stores that ran for 24 years; establishing design company Inside Story; and building a portfolio of five boutique accommodation properties. The latest boutique property, Room + Board, is set in the heart of Daylesford, one of Australia’s much-visited spa towns, northwest of Melbourne. The new-build barn, completed six months ago, was designed as a personal weekender for city-based Lynda – doubling as an escape for self-catering, Airbnb aficionados. ‘An opportunity arose to purchase a tiny plot, a former driveway, adjacent to one of my other properties and I jumped at the idea. As my first new build, I wanted to create something special that nurtured a sense of wellness – a space where people could really relax and just “be”.’ The dark-grey structure, surrounded by newly planted silver birch trees, is a lesson in symmetry, light and open-plan living – a reminder that it pays to think outside the box. The simple wood-clad, A-frame exterior transforms into a contemporary glasshouselike conservatory inside, with overhead light wells and reclaimed schoolhouse windows
home profile TH E OWN E R Lynda Gardener, an Australian interior stylist, shopkeeper and property developer.
THE PROPERTY A new-build, one-bedroom, contemporary barn with open-plan kitchen-diner/living area and a central bathroom pod. It’s set in the heart of Daylesford, Australia.
running along both sides. Matching barn doors at either end optimise a seamless flow of energy from front to back and can create a picture window vista across the chic space. ‘Being open-plan, every part of the barn is on show, so the design has been considered to visually connect from all angles,’ says Lynda. The double-height, pitched roof instils a lofty sense of calm, and copious indoor trees and hanging plants create a
sense of oneness with the landscape beyond. ‘The central bathroom pod, with its polished concrete floors, is the only enclosed space, but the open ceiling and lush, trailing greenery make it feel as if you are showering outdoors,’ says Lynda. ‘The barn is all about space, simplicity and comfort. I could have easily squeezed in another bedroom but I wanted it to have a private retreat feel – an escape for just one or two people.’ Throughout, the barn is decorated in Lynda’s signature style. Monochrome tones are offset with hues of grey and tobacco, and sculptural dried foliage complements the pared-back aesthetic. The juxtaposition of new and old is balanced perfectly: think custom-made wool rugs, organic linens, low slubby sofas, concrete surfaces, open-shelf storage, grass lampshades and contemporary wooden tables sourced from sustainable suppliers, all balanced with vintage artwork, rustic benches and personal treasures. ‘I never follow trends. The best spaces to me are the ones that follow their own direction.’ Lynda loves antiques and cannot pass a f lea market without a trawl. ‘I grew up collecting with my mum and am a definite hoarder,’ she says. ‘The barn is filled with unique finds, but I’m not precious, everything is used and enjoyed. Each piece holds a special memory – like the sketches discovered last year on a trip to Europe. When I’m travelling, I am constantly finding new places that make my pulse race. I rarely draw breath before taking hundreds of photos to capture that initial moment of excitement. Guests leave notecards saying that they do the same here – to me that is the biggest compliment.’ X
See more at roomandboard.com.au or follow Lynda on Instagram @lynda.gardener
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home truths TELL US SOMETHING NO ONE KNOWS? I have never had a cup of coffee in my life!
LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCE? Always travel.
WHO HAS HAD THE B I G G E S T I M PAC T I N YO U R LI F E ? My late mother.
BEST ADVICE? ‘In order to be irreplaceable one must always be different’ – Coco Chanel.
WH O D O YO U A D M I R E ? Iris Apfel – unique, strong and a fashion icon well into her 90s.
MONOCHROME OR COLOUR? Monochrome, of course!
UTILIT Y AREA A wooden peg rail provides a stylish display for household cleaning equipment, which is as aesthetically pleasing as it is practical. Peg rail, WoodEdit, is similar. For household brushes, bins and bags, try Domestic Science. Wooden dining table, HKliving
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KITCHE N Bespoke concrete-topped open kitchen cupboards provide yet another display space for Lynda’s exquisitely curated collections of homeware and decorative finds. For similar white tiles, try Fired Earth. Cork stools, 1stdibs, are this shape and style
BEDROOM Like the slouchy couch in the living area, a low-level bed in calming, earthy tones invites guests to sink into a deep slumber.
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Custom headboard, Andrew Hemming at The Upholstery House. Bed linen, Major-Minor. Pendant light, HKliving. Similar side tables, Igigi General Store
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B AT H R O O M The chic bathroom pod sits at the centre of the house and is open to the rafters above. A concrete basin and black taps add to the contemporary look. Basin, Schots. Taps, Bunnings. Towel rail, Country Road. For benches and planters in this style, try Igigi General Store
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Boulder vase, £125, LSA International
Large Java lampshade in natural rattan, £59, Made
Extra-large Marathon Boy head figure, £150, Sophia at Liberty
Antique-effect pot stand, £49.99, Zara Home
Round dining table in raw oak, £700, Garden Trading
Skye fabric in Charcoal, £57m, Designers Guild
Omo jute basket, £54, Abigail Ahern
Square wool pouffe, £340, The White Company
Teak and rattan lounge chair, £445, Rose & Grey
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FEATURE JESSE HARRIS
Rustic textures and serene neutrals are Lynda’s go-tos
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By giving classic colours and furnishings a modern edge, interior designer Emilie Fournet has created a home that speaks volumes
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STYLING Emilie Fournet WORDS Jo Leevers
B R E A K FA S T R O O M ‘We wanted the look of a Spitalfields townhouse with a dash of gentlemen’s club,’ says Emilie. Using the earthy green all over, including on the window frame, delivers a modern aesthetic. Walls in No. 9819, archive collection, Farrow & Ball. Vintage rug, Soho Home. Vintage chair in Andrew Martin fabric. Faux coral, Graham and Green
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LIVING ROOM Modern classics, such as the Togo sofa and Geoffrey Harcourt swivel chair, sit easily in the space’s historic frame. Walls in Drakensberg, Paint & Paper Library. Togo sofa, Ligne Roset. Coffee table, Gubi. Rug, Louis De Poortere. Find a vintage Sciolari chandelier at Vinterior
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his is a house rooted in its Georgian history, but its beauty as a “cool” choice at the time,’ she smiles. ‘I’m glad more people are has been illuminated with dashes of modernity. Creative now embracing brown in all its warm glory.’ The brown was chosen colours, vintage furniture and clever architectural as its burgundy undertones link to the tone of the floorboards. ideas have been brought together by interior designer The flooring needed replacing in several areas, so Emilie chose Emilie Fournet to create an enduring whole. ‘If you surround a dark stain for the new boards. ‘I had the image of an 18th-century yourself with art, objects and furniture that have an emotional Spitalfields house,’ she says. That historic atmosphere comes to life memory, the look will transcend time,’ she says. in the breakfast room on the other side of the hallway. A muted green Initially brought in to advise on one small room, Emilie went on paint hits the right note and is warmed up with low-key reds. ‘I’m not to transform the entire ground and first floors – and then created usually a fan of red, but this project converted me,’ says Emilie. A further living spaces in the lower ground floor. The most radical vintage rug highlights both colours, creating an effect that is suitably move was adding a glass box to a back wall so the kitchen and gentlemanly (the homeowner is a single guy), but never fusty. downstairs areas benefit from natural light. Next door, Emilie designed the kitchen ‘This property has beautiful bones, from layout and then took her plans to deVOL. the panelling and mouldings to the shuttered ‘I wanted to make the most of every inch,’ she windows,’ Emilie says. ‘My aim was to stay explains. Textures are key, with the island THE DESIGNER true to the period, but also bring the house into topped with slabs of salvaged iroko wood, Emilie Fournet, who runs Emilie the 21st century, with a nod to key design which were science-lab worktops in a previous Fournet Interiors. eras along the way.’ The dramatic, dark-walled life. ‘There’s even a bit of smutty graffiti living room that lies to the left of the central scratched into one edge,’ she smiles. THE PROPERTY hallway is, Emilie ex plains, ‘the most The deep grey-green paint shade on the A Georgian townhouse in east London. contemporar y space in the house.’ She cabinetry works with the marble worktops On the ground floor is a double knocked through two rooms to create one and brass splashback, but to balance the look reception room, kitchen, breakfast double-aspect space and chose a Michel so it didn’t become too masculine, Emilie room and a bathroom. On the lower Ducaroy Togo sofa for the front half. Her added a row of lacy glass pendants from ground floor, there is a guest suite and rationale was practical as well as aesthetic. Retrouvius. ‘They have a hint of art deco, a utility area. On the first floor are the master bedroom and a further guest ‘The Togo has a nice low profile and I wanted which is like catnip to me,’ she jokes. bedroom; a WC is at the top of to ensure the beautiful front window wasn’t The mood shifts again in the bedrooms, a short flight of stairs. obscu red. It helps you appreciate the which includes a 1970s sleepover den with propor t ion s of t he room a s a whole.’ faux-wood panelling in the basement and In addition, the ceiling and original cornicing a guest bedroom in blush that proves pink are actually painted in two tones of the same paint colour, Salt I can pack a punch. The master bedroom blends teal tones with petrol and Salt II by Paint & Paper Library. ‘The lighter version is on the blue, a shade that covers wall panelling with concealed storage. ‘I have ceiling, which creates the illusion of it receding, accentuating the a bit of an obsession with secret doors,’ admits Emilie. height of the room,’ Emilie explains. In this home, there’s now a flow between spaces but the mood Emilie then carefully selected glam touches to stand out against still subtly shifts from room to room. With mellow colours and this backdrop, including a pair of vintage Sciolari lights. Other clever furniture choices, it segues from edgy to relaxing, surprising mid-century elements include a Geoffrey Harcourt swivel chair and to reassuringly trad. ‘I’m always searching for a look that’s unique a sideboard in golden-toned wood. A more modern mirror and coffee but, ultimately, a home is somewhere where you need to feel table break things up a bit, so the look doesn’t get at all ‘themed’. comfortable and relaxed,’ says Emilie. X For the central hallway, Emilie went high impact with dark paint on the woodwork. ‘It’s actually a very deep brown, which wasn’t seen See more of Emilie’s work at emiliefournetinteriors.com
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KITCHE N The original doors between the kitchen and the breakfast room were reworked as sliding pocket doors, then customised with salvaged brass handles. Units, deVOL; in Studio Green by Farrow & Ball. Reclaimed iroko worktop and glass pendants, all Retrouvius. Architecture, Ibbotson Architects
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T H E D E S I G N E R T H AT M O S T I N S P I R E S YO U ? Dimore Studio can do no wrong, in my opinion. I grew up near Le Corbusier’s Unité d’Habitation, so he massively influenced my love for brutalist architecture.
D R E A M V I N TA G E P I E C E ? I’d love a Soriana sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina.
FAV O U R I T E I N T E R I O R S S H O P S ? SCP and Floor_Story, but I can never resist an antiques shop or French brocante.
BEST THING ABOUT LONDON IN THE SPRING? The rhododendrons at Kenwood House. I haven’t missed seeing them in bloom in 20 years.
FAV O U R I T E C O L O U R C O M B I N AT I O N S ? I’m currently crushing on burgundy and mustard, pink on brown and green against blue… I could go on. Finding new colour combos is one of my favourite things.
BEDROOM A wallpaper that looks like wood adds drama to this space, which is used when friends or family stay over. Wallcovering, Piet Hein Eek. Sofa bed, Willow & Hall. Cushions, Habitat. Side table, HK Living
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BEDROOM Blush was the starting point for the geometric colourblocking in here. Wall in Blush, Córdoba and Tuscan Red, all Little Greene. Throw and cushions, all HK Living
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B AT H R O O M The steel-framed shower enclosure acts as a contrast to the more traditional panelling and vanity. Floor tiles, Fired Earth. Bath, Aston Matthews. Towel rack, Soho Home
MASTER BEDROOM Emilie likes to include surprising elements. In here, it’s the blue ceiling. Wall light, Bert Frank. Cushion, Soho Home. Artwork, Alexandria Coe
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Liila wall/ceiling lamp in Nordic Gold/Opal White, £216, Nuura at Paper Rooms
Pied de Poule cotton cushion cover, from €45, Caravane
Rug in Antique Turquoise, from £34.95, Benuta
Boone aluminium side table in Gold £215.60, The Furn Shop
Railings estate emulsion, £47.95 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball
Pyramid hand-block printed linen lampshade, £75, Hill & May
Gramps armchair in Timeless Teal Vintage Velvet, £1,225, Loaf
Agnes mirror in walnut, £350, SCP at Heal’s
Magino stool in clear acrylic, £150, Amara
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Emilie’s unique look manages to be modern and timeless
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calm and collected X
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Montse Garriga Grau/Photofoyer
STYLING Bea Aparicio
WORDS Leanne Amodeo
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DINING AREA This space plays stylish host to both formal dinner parties and family meals. Shelving the books backwards contributes to the room’s character and palette. Dining chairs, Bañón Tapiceros. The dining table is a custom design by Estudio María Santos. Light fittings, Roll & Hill
m home profile THE DESIGNER María Santos has created this home for media executive Alejandro Serrano, his jewellery designer wife Eva and their two young children, Liam and Estelle.
THE PROPERTY A renovated apartment on the fourth floor of a 1930s building in Madrid’s Barrio Salamanca area. There is a grand entrance with a fireplace that leads into an open-plan living and dining room, which is connected to the kitchen. There are also three en-suite bedrooms.
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a k i n g this home work was quite a cha llenge,’ says interior desig ner Ma ría Sa ntos of t he Mad r id apa r t ment she created for media executive A lejandro Serrano and h is jeweller y desig ner w ife Eva . ‘ T hey wa nted a place that would ref lect their personalities, but they also needed it to have a strong resale value.’ The couple and their two young children, Liam and Estelle, are f rom Ba rcelona a nd moved to Mad r id for work, so knew that returning to their hometown was a real possibility – hence their desire to keep the decor neutral. ‘I knew I could turn it into something special and meet the brief,’ says María. ‘But Alejandro was concerned that giving it a distinct character would turn off any future potential buyers.’ The opposite has proved to be the case, and Alejandro now reports that visitors adore María’s classic yet modern renovat ion a nd wou ld love to move i n themselves, given half a chance. She has ensured the apartment feels timeless but also unique. And the layout has totally changed, too. Located on the fourth level of a 1930s building, the propert y ’s original interior boasted five bedrooms but it only had two bathrooms and suffered from a disconnected pla n t y pical of ma ny of Madrid’s older abodes. The dining and living rooms were at the front of the apartment, while the kitchen was at the rear, linked to the other living areas by a long corridor. A rejig was done. As María explains, ‘We had to reinforce some of the load-bearing walls because they were extremely damaged, but everything else was created from scratch.’ Downsizing the number of bedrooms from five to three (all of which now have their own en suite) gave her more room to play with as far as the kitchen and living areas were concerned. She positioned them as the
centrepiece in a new layout that encourages family time and also suits larger gatherings. A grand hallway is the threshold between the kitchen and the open-plan living and dining space that is accessible through either one of two arched doorways, which are bathed in natural light from two French doors. Design inspiration came from historic buildings, of ten v isited by María on her travels, from Marrakech to Paris. She very much wanted to instil a sense of old world charm with edge in the apartment and so put in an intricately detailed moulded ceiling in the living and dining space and parquetry flooring in the hallway foyer. Finally, a cream finish was applied to the walls, ceiling and built-in joinery to brighten the whole interior. ‘Using the one colour makes everything look so much lighter and that allowed us to decorate it in any way we wanted,’ she says. ‘This gives the apartment widespread appeal and makes it seem like anyone of any age could live here.’ Alejandro and Eva don’t regret giving María free styling rein. And the outcome is a thoughtfully curated home peppered with pops of colour, interesting objects and striking artwork. She collaborated w ith the local Marita Segovia Gallery to build the home’s art collection, beginning with the orange abstract painting by Anke Blaue. María’s design studio has a commercial a rm, Bing ut ti, which buys a nd restores antiques from all over Europe so filling the apartment with interesting one-off finds was made that much easier. Alejandro and Eva are not thinking of moving any time soon and we can see why. This home combines a delightful aesthetic of comfort, calm and character and functions efficiently for family life. X
See more of María’s work and projects at estudiomariasantos.com
ENTRANCE The apartment’s hall is generous in size and is comprised of a series of short ‘arms’ that connect the living areas. It is made all the more grand by a fireplace and carefully curated collection of antiques and fine art. Pouffe, Bañón Tapiceros. Tulip chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll. Zebra artwork by Miguel Macaya at Marita Segovia Gallery
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“We wanted the new moulded ceiling and parquet floors to look like they’ve always been here” X
KITCHE N María has adopted the trend for heavily patterned quartzite worktops, which add a pop of visual interest in an otherwise pared-back space. Bespoke pendant light, Estudio María Santos. Vases, Bingutti by Estudio Maria Santos. Try Caesarstone for similar worktops
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LIVING AREA In here, María has championed an informal elegance, with key furniture pieces that prioritise comfort, but also look stylish against the pale timber floors and moulded ceiling. Rug and sofas, Bañón Tapiceros. Coffee table, Diana Graña. The orange painting is by Anke Blaue and the artwork above the fireplace is by Pilar Cavestany, both from Marita Segovia Gallery
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BEDROOM This serene space follows the design aesthetic of the living areas with panelled walls and layers of soft textures highlighted with glamorous flashes of brass. Brass floor lamps; marble/ brass side tables, all Estudio MarĂa Santos. Find similar linen bedding at The Conran Shop. Artwork by Eduardo MartĂn del Pozo at Marita Segovia Gallery
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FAV O U R I T E T H I N G A B O U T SPRING IN MADRID?
Hydrangeas – for their form and impact.
I like to go for long walks with my Labrador, Bingo, and spend time in Retiro Park.
W H O I S YO U R D R E A M CELEBRITY CLIENT? I would love to design Isabel Marant’s house. I like
W H O I S YO U R FAV O U R I T E INTERIOR DESIGNER?
her style and think designing her home would be fun.
Joseph Dirand because of the way he manages to convert classic spaces into modern ones.
BEST TIP FOR SELECTING N E W ART WOR K?
MADRID’S BEST KEPT SECRET?
Don’t buy art just to fill a wall. Better to wait until
Not many people know that you can visit the
you’ve found something you really fall in love with.
Biblioteca Nacional and that it’s well worth visiting!
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Marble free-standing basins and the shower recess are the well-deserved focal points of the relatively narrow yet perfectly functional space. The basins are a custom design by Estudio María Santos, made with a Greek marble selected by María from the quarry, as is the flooring
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Design that lasts a lifetime
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María’s schemes are all about being pared-back but powerful
Drio pendant light, €175, Caravane
Anya dining table, £1,198, Anthropologie
Retro brass floor lamp, £145, French Connection
Cushion cover with tassels, €50, Tine K Home
Chinoiserie blue and white vase, £47.50, Decorum
Wind pouf in Rainy Day, £623, Broste Copenhagen
Vintage Architecture framed print, £125 for four, John Lewis & Partners
Havana cane sofa and cushion, £675, Soho Home
Sea Cliff Balboa Street polished tile, 60cm sq, £74.96sq m, Claybrook
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KITCHE N - DINE R The couple have made use of every inch of the open-plan space, even managing to squeeze a guest nook and home office area into the side return (see right). Bespoke units; overhead pivot lights, all RISE Design Studio. For a similar rug, try London House
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space creators Designer Mallika and architect Sean have used fresh thinking (and eco-friendly ideas) to make their flat work hard and feel big PHOTOGRAPHY Elsa Young/Bureaux X
STYLING Someday Studio WORDS Jenny Tucker
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living in a building site,’ says Mallika, ‘but it helped us to build accordingly and come up with clever ideas, such as the floorto-ceiling wardrobes in the master bedroom and the design of the girls’ room, which gives them both privacy.’ Mallika smiles when asked who makes the ultimate decisions on style. ‘Sometimes there are challenges because we each have our own opinions,’ she says. ‘Sean is the genius on the overall practical design, while I like to influence the finishing touches. Generally, our inspiration comes from memories and experiences of places we TH E OWN E RS have visited and lived. We wanted the Mallika Chaudhuri, founder of fashion brand Indoi, her husband exterior of the flat to look somewhat Sean Hill, founder of architecture well worn, like the ramshackle streets the bare bones and rebuild using a mix of and design practice RISE Design of El Born and El Gótico in Barcelona; sustainable and natural materials. This Studio, and their two daughters, the bathroom has a Moroccan hammam was a crucial factor to both Mallika, Freya, six, and Indi, three. vibe to it and the Yves Klein blue shade who runs a conscious fashion brand, of my garden studio is our little piece of and Sean, whose architectural practice, THE PROPERTY Spain in north-west London.’ RISE Design Studio, advocates the A ground-floor apartment in a It’s this sensitive and carefully beauty and honesty of raw products. converted Victorian house. It considered approach that makes the ‘We had a list of must-haves,’ says Sean. includes an entrance hall, open-plan world of difference. And, when it comes to ‘Tadelakt on the walls and floor in the kitchen-diner/living area, two the furnishings and fittings, rather than bathroom, non-toxic clay plaster in bedrooms, a bathroom, WC, utility opt for mainstream brands, the couple the bedroom, reclaimed London Stock cupboard and study. There is also a garden studio at the back have, again, created unique one-offs, bricks for the exterior and birch ply in of the home. such as the kitchen island on castors, the kitchen. The only paint we used was which can easily be moved around. outside on Mallika’s studio doors.’ ‘We love living here,’ says Sean. ‘I really notice it when Even though the ideas pot was overflowing, certain we return from a hotel that has been marketed as “highly restrictions did crop up. The couple’s tight budget was one designed”. Having forked out loads of cash on a night’s stay, issue, which also meant they had to move into the flat a few I get home and think, “that wasn’t well-designed, this is”. Our months after starting the work. ‘We had two small children at home isn’t huge, but we’ve made it work for us. In a world that is the time and we were living with breeze-block walls because hopefully moving towards reducing its consumption, there is we couldn’t afford the joinery,’ says Sean. Then there was something to be said for choosing to take only what you need.’ the compact size of the footprint – the factor that dominated the planning of each room. But because they were forced to X move in before the renovation was done, the family could See Mallika’s fashion designs at indoi.co.uk and Sean’s work out first hand what they actually needed. ‘It was hard architectural practice at risedesignstudio.co.uk
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KITCHE N This area is full of Sean’s ingenuity: the custom-made units in sustainable birch ply; an island on lockable castors so it can be moved around to create space; and wall-mounted, industrialstyle lighting that can pivot to illuminate different areas. Bespoke island, RISE Design Studio. Artisau tiles, Topps Tiles, are similar. Bar stools, Ikea
“The house is all about the honesty and beauty of raw materials” X
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Mallika and Sean added floorto-ceiling built-in wardrobes to cover their essential storage needs in a streamlined way.
Clay plaster – an eco option – adorns the walls.
Wardrobes, RISE Design Studio. Doorknobs, Dowsing & Reynolds. Kimono, Indoi
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Pivot light; hanging art rail, both RISE Design Studio. Wall lamp, Tom Dixon. Large throw, The Society for the Rehabilitation of Special Children (SRSC) in Karachi, Pakistan
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home truths B E S T D AY O F T H E W E E K ? Mallika: Sunday for sure! I love lazy mornings where there are no alarms and we are not rushing to get anywhere (I am NOT a morning person). We have family brunch, listen to random tunes on Radio 6 and just chill. Sean: Saturday, start of the weekend adventures after cooking pancakes for the girls.
H O W D O YO U S TAY C A L M ? M: Light candles, burn wood, have a massage. I am also calm when I am in my studio. S: Meditation (Headspace app!).
L AST BOOK RE AD? M: Shoe Dog by Phil Knight. It was an engaging and insightful page-turner. S: Sapiens – A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari, a fascinating insight into the great debates of our history.
BEST TRAIT ABOUT E AC H OTH E R ? M: So many! Sean is highly determined and positive so he always encourages me to move forward and grounds me when I’m anxious. S: Mal is an incredibly considerate person, always thinking of ways to inject adventure into our lives and seek out the extraordinary from the ordinary.
B AT H R O O M ‘We all love the sea and so wanted the bathroom to feel like we were diving into a deep ocean,’ says Mallika. Walls in Moroccan Tadelakt plaster, Tadelakt London. Basin unit, RISE Design Studio. Taps, The Watermark Collection. Art, Natural History Museum
W H E R E D O YO U L O V E T O T R AV E L ? M: We have two young girls so don’t travel as much as we did, but Asia would be my go-to. S: I would love to explore the rugged wonders of Iceland, as well as visit the mighty Hallgrímskirkja.
W H AT A R E YO U C R AV I N G ? M: Sun, sea and blue skies! S: The freedom of the mountains.
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The smart design means that although Freya and Indi share a room, they still have their own separate spaces. To get into the room you can either go through the normal doorway or via a hidden, kid-friendly entrance.
Large sliding doors help create a seamless link between the indoor living area and the garden, making both of the spaces feel larger than they are.
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Norbert traditional parasol in Green, Wayfair, is comparable. Wooden beer table and bench set, Woodside, is this style
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Mallika and Sean’s compact f lat showcases functional beauty
Pampa Mariposa leather butterfly chair, £860, Cuero Design at Nest
Navajo rug in Orange, from £49, Modern Rugs
Besta storage unit in white-stained oak effect, £220, Ikea
Hooper storage coffee table in natural walnut and brass, £199, Made
Studio Simple wall light with plug, £284, Serax at Made in Design
Tall brass-finish rattan planter, £59, House of Doctor at Trouva
Ultra Blue special edition absolute matt emulsion, £49 for 2.5ltr, Little Greene
Monroe mid-century threeseater sofa, £1,599, West Elm
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CL ASSIC CU RVES Play around with shape and texture, layering varying scales of geometric textiles with distinctive, rounded furniture. The vibrant, Escher-inspired cork wallpaper stands out against a backdrop of smooth concrete walls and floor. Wall, as before. Audrey sofa in Tokyo Tobacco 203, £9,370.80, Massimo Castagna at Gallotti & Radice. Billy Keramik coffee table, from £615, Cattelan Italia at Chaplins. Cliff coffee table in Sabbia, £749, Heal’s. Dot armchair in Burgundy, £2,120, Raphael Navot at Roche Bobois. Footstool, as before. (On sofa, from left) Cushion in Kente Atlantic M599/01, £145m, Mark Alexander. Cushion in Ragtime 43930306, £51.50m, Casamance. (On coffee table) Grey coned vase by Kiho Kang, £416; Spotty stoneware bowl, £195, both Flow Gallery. (On red coffee table) Wine red marble table lamp with shade in Natural, £270, Rockett St George. Vintage Middle Atlas rug (used as throw on chair), £348, Larusi. For a similar large glazed plant pot, try World of Pots. Lavo 0014 rug, £310sq m, Kvadrat
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COLOU R SPL ASH Create a corner sanctuary with a trompe l’oeil wallpaper of Turkish ceramics in jewel-bright shades. Pump up the colour and texture with layered carpets and glossy furniture, then add an extra dimension with exotic oversized plants. Persepolis wallpaper panel in Grenade, £172.80m, Pierre Frey. Paint on frame, Obsidian Green intelligent eggshell, £32 for 1ltr, Little Greene. Alison OTD armchair in Bordeaux, £5,006, Flexform at Interdesign. Pilotis side table with four legs in Pink Clay, £2,250, Malgorzata Bany at The New Craftsmen. Gerry floor lamp, £161, Pooky. Cushion in Kalimba in Harissa/ Jute/Harbour, £65m, Harlequin at Style Library. Casa de Familia bottle, £70, Silvera. Light water tumbler in Smoke/Clear, £19, The Conran Shop. Wrong Angle B rug, £1,500; Wrong Angle D rug, £3,350, both Sebastian Wrong at Floor Story. Plant pot, as before
G E O M E T R I C P L AY Take a careful curation of shapely pieces and add a bold patchwork wallpaper backdrop to create a striking display. Matrix wallpaper, £137m, Zimmer + Rohde. Remi walnut and black marble sideboard, £3,299, Heal’s. (On sideboard, from left) For a similar small planter with succulent, try Patch. Tall green glazed vase with handle, £95, Rockett St George. Hinata speckled earthenware vase, £25; Felipe black reactive-glaze tall vase, £30, both Habitat. Large Sphere square vase in Dark Grey, £125, 101 Copenhagen at Heal’s. Dancing Column sculpture, £1,750, Guy Marshall-Brown at Mint. (On wall) Paper Tapestry with Holes framed paper yarn, £832, Catarina Riccabona at Flow Gallery
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P OW E R STRUGGLE A full-height geometric-print curtain drops elegantly into this lofty, minimal architectural dining space, offsetting the sculptural drama of the black prism-inspired table. Curtain in Borodin in Beige, £104m, James Malone at Altfield. Cube dining table, £3,230.40, Julian Chichester. Serena wenge stained ash chairs, £1,174 each; Hilton Canaletta walnut room divider, £8,794, all Porada. Series 7 3107 Velvet Edition chair in Autumn Red velvet, £597, Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen at The Conran Shop. (On table) Frayed stripe napkin in Black, £12.50; Trace low vase in Navy; Trace round vase in Clear, £495, both Vanessa Mitrani, all The Conran Shop. Jessica Hans Glossy Cow vase, £130, Silvera. Mugs, £20 each, Laura Aymara. River Light Green and Brown rug, £844.80sq m, Sinclair Till Decorative Collection at Sinclair Till
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OPPOSITES AT T R AC T Brutalist concrete architecture and a glamorous silk curtain drop are a cool combination of hard and soft. Patterned wool upholstery brings extra comfort, while a lacquer desk makes working from home so very chic. Curtain in Fumarole Z622/01 in Taupe, £90m, Zinc Textile; edged in Capello mohair border BT58553 in Shale, £75m, Samuel & Sons. Victor writing desk, from £3,828, Roberto Lazzeroni at Lema UK. Orton chair, from £1,296, Chapel Street; covered in Mouflon Twill, £105m, Osborne & Little. Plaster table lamp, £1,850, Rose Uniacke. Eames radio, £849, Charles and Ray Eames at Silvera. Flat Lay notebook in Ochre, £16.50, The Conran Shop. For a similar petrified log stool, try Andrew Martin. Collage rug, £508, Calligaris
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MIXED M AT E R I A L S A grid of matt glazed porcelain tiles in earthy red hues moves from the floor up onto the wall, adding graphic warmth and colour to this marble and concrete bathroom space. Lane DMLB 04 poly glazed porcelain wall and floor tiles, £234sq m, Barber & Osgerby for Mutina at Domus. Airisto stool, €400, Made by Choice. Oren brown stoneware jug, £25, Habitat. Haze small tray, £49; Seshin Korean scrub soap by Binu Binu, £18; Ombre tumbler in Turquoise and Petrol, £19, all The Conran Shop. Nourishing Golden body serum (on tray), £65 for 50g, Aman. Truthbrush toothbrush, £4.50, Twentytwentyone. Iso Noppa towel in Off White and Black, £29, Marimekko at Amara. Lapuan Kankurit towel (on rail) in Natural and Multi Grey, £15, Larusi
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A large painterly mural in a palette of muted greens sets the scene for soothing slumber, while a roomy bed, layered with complementary geometric prints and soft green linen, completes the restful scheme.
Gentle greens and painterly marks blur the edges for a calming retreat
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st yle file: sustainable living rugs Standout designs created by artisan craftspeople
Vintage Boucherouite recycled fabrics and cotton rug, £415, edit58.com
Illusion bamboo silk rug in Terracotta, £801, Rug Solid at Bombinate
Weave Felt Ball wool rug, £214, My Felt
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Diamond Handwoven Indoor/Outdoor rug in Light Green, £269.99, Dash & Albert Europe at Wayfair
Shyrdak felt rug, £700, Felt
Geometric 6 wool flatweave rug, £1,200, Amy Kent
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sofas Built-to-last seating that champions sustainable resources and ethical production
Bayleaf settle in Morris & Co Ruskin linen, £3,900, Sebastian Cox
Java II medium sofa, £1,699, John Lewis & Partners
Mistral sofa in Designers Guild Tejo Ochre recycled fabric, £2,499, Heal’s Caisa sofa in Bergo Raw Amber, €2,699, Bӧttcher & Kayser at Bolia
Podge sofa in Bamboo Softie Gull Grey, from £1,345, Loaf
storage baskets Produced by traditional weaving communities worldwide
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Henry large chaise in Sustainable Stripe Fog, £2,310, Arlo & Jacob
(From left) Nyana sisal grass basket, £49, The Basket Room. Osaka palm leaf and bamboo shopper, £42, Bohemia Design. Undyed straw and recycled vintage indigo basket, £42, Lola & Mawu. High felt and hemp calabash with pompoms, €127.20, Muskhane. Rust striped woven milulu grass basket, £30, The Future Kept
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cushions Crafted from recycled or natural textiles for eco-conscious comfort
Andalucia Paloma cushion made from recycled plastic bottles, £75, Weaver Green
Osmington Stripe recycled cotton cushion in Vanilla, £65, Projektityyny
Shibori cotton cushion cover in Natural Indigo, £90, Ecosophy
Linen cushion in Yellow, £45, Oggetto
Recycled sari cushion, £22.99, Ian Snow
Cactus silk cushion cover in Light Pink, £32, Sand & Salt
Acacallis British alpaca and wool cushion, £295, Maria Sigma
Boudoir oblong linen cushion cover, £34.45, Wearth London
Patterned organic cotton cushion cover, £3.99, Conscious collection at H&M
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pendants Lovely lights doing their bit for the planet Mobo ceramic light in Olive, £170, Patrícia Lobo at Lusophile Firefly rattan light, £240, Vincent Sheppard Rafferty light in Coral raffia, £81, Pooky
Nika mango wood light, £250, Nkuku Arame small light in walnut, £325, Tom Raffield
Otton fabric light, £130, Habitat Recycled Pluto light, £200, ReChic
Nest recycled cardboard light, from £329, The Gifted Few
Kasvaa recycled brass light, price on request, Cameron Design House
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This season’s round-up of the ver y best in fabrics and wallpapers From cheeky monkey and birds of paradise motifs to killer kilim prints and dark diva blooms – our favourite new designs display extrovert flair
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PRIMROSE Y E L L OW This bright shade has emerged as one of the biggest colour trends and we’re seeing it more and more on walls and upholstery. Belton Scenic wallpaper in Sunbeam, £209 for six panels, National Trust Papers at Little Greene
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blue blaze T H E S K Y ( A N D T H E S E A ) I S T H E L I M I T W I T H T H E S E AT M O S P H E R I C R E P E AT S A N D S PA R K L I N G WAT E R S C A P E A B S T R A C T S
TOP ROW, FROM LEFT Babylon fabric in Denim, £59m, Andrew Martin. Zighidi fabric in Calypso, £135m, Zinc Textile. Ziggy wallpaper, £140 a roll, Parker & Jules. Alicatado wallpaper, £110 a roll, Cole & Son. BOTTOM ROW, FROM LEFT Gem printed velvet fabric in Blue Onyx, £72.50m, Linwood. Spot and Arrow fabric, £158m, Ottoline De Vries at The Fabric Collective. Erebia fabric in Kingfisher, £20m, Studio G
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noir blooms BU RSTING ONTO THE SCE NE ARE AN ABU NDANCE O F DA R K , M O O DY A N D DY N A M I C F LO R A L S
TOP ROW, FROM LEFT Koi wallpaper, £170m, Arte. Fullerton fabric, £135m, Osborne & Little. Feather Flora wallpaper in Soba, £175 a roll, Paint & Paper Library. Oiseau de Bengale fabric in Marais, £95m, Christian Lacroix Maison for Designers Guild. BOTTOM ROW, FROM LEFT Indra Flower fabric in Indigo/Cherry, £59m, Sanderson at Style Library. Talavera wallpaper, £135 a roll, Cole & Son. Allure wallpaper, £60 a roll, Graham & Brown
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colourf ul nomad W E AV E O F F T H E B E AT E N PAT H W I T H E A R T H Y B R O C A D E S AND PUNCHY KILIM PRINTS
TOP ROW, FROM LEFT Palomar Brocade fabric panel in Multi, 40x100cm, £900m, A Rum Fellow. Ikat Bokhara wallpaper in Espresso, £135 a roll, GP&J Baker. Kelim fabric in Celeste, £98m, Sanderson at Style Library. La Yourte du Nomade wallpaper in Acajou, £182m, Pierre Frey. BOTTOM ROW, FROM LEFT Jungle Music fabric, £178m, No.9 Thompson. Delta Shapes wallpaper, £115.90 a roll, Casamance. Mehari fabric, £55m, Harlequin at Style Library
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wild behaviour ROAMING ANIMAL S MARK OUT THEIR TE RRITORY IN EXOTIC L ANDSCAPES
TOP ROW, FROM LEFT Moooi Rendezvous Tokyo Blue wallcovering in Indigo, £135lin m, Arte. Protea wallpaper in Pink, £55 a roll, Emma J Shipley at Clarke & Clarke. La Jungle wallpaper in Grass, £85m, Raoul Dufy for Christopher Farr Cloth. Giraffe fabric in Sahara, £38.40m, Prestigious Textiles. BOTTOM ROW, FROM LEFT Nimarla fabric, £49m, Harlequin at Style Library. Seoni wallpaper in Yellow, £40 a roll, John Lewis & Partners. Salvator fabric in Noir, £95m, Manuel Canovas at Colefax and Fowler
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eco-friendly wall finishes S U S TA I N A B L E A LT E R N AT I V E S A R E S E T T I N G T H E DESIG N AG E NDA THIS YE AR – HE RE 'S THE LOWDOWN
Silversky lime paint by Bauwerk Colour
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L I M E WA S H Unlike many paints, limewash is a great sustainable choice as it is not made from synthetic chemicals, which can be less healthy for the environment; instead, it is a mixture of natural clays, minerals and pigments. The result is a surface that’s infused with colour and free from solvents and toxins. While many paints prevent the breathability of walls, limewash works in harmony with building materials such as stone and brick. It also makes our homes healthier: it boosts air quality by reducing the risk of damp and has anti-allergenic and antibacterial properties. Beware: not all limewash products are created equal. For example, some are hybrids (usually mixed with acrylics) while others are available in a limited colour palette. If you want a fully eco-friendly option, look for a product made from all natural ingredients. ‘Not only is our limewash made from renewable materials, but our production process uses very little energy and is powered entirely using green energy sources,’ explains Bronwyn Riedel, co-founder of Bauwerk Colour. Plus, when it comes to finding the right shade, the world is your oyster: Bauwerk Colour has 400 to choose from. Bauwerk Colour limewash can be used on all masonry surfaces, but it’s not suitable for metal or wood. Expect to pay from £27 for 1ltr. TA D E L A K T A plaster made of hydraulic lime sealed with olive soap, tadelakt is an ancient solution to our modern need for sustainable interiors. It’s been used for thousands of years in Morocco, and is now becoming popular further afield thanks to its low impact on the environment. No harsh chemicals are used in the application of tadelakt, and its smooth, water- and mould-resistant finish means it’s perfect for bathrooms, wet rooms, kitchens and splashbacks… in fact, anywhere in your home where there’s water. A word of warning: tadelakt is prone to stains. ‘This is especially true if it’s used on horizontal surfaces such as shelves, bath surrounds and vanity units,’ explains Valentin Tatanov of Tadelakt London. ‘Specific water-based stain protectors can be used to minimise this effect, but in general don’t allow products like toothpaste, perfumes and oils to dry or absorb into its surface.’ Clean it with water – you won’t need harsh chemicals – adding an olive soap solution for the bathroom to improve its water-repellent qualities. It’s not necessary to call on an expert to apply tadelakt, but Valentin recommends it, as the ingredients need to be mixed correctly to prevent cracks. ‘Small cracks are repairable, but if they’re much larger, then that section of wall will need to be replastered,’ he says. Prices for supply and install start at £150sq m at Tadelakt London.
Tadelakt, a Moroccan plaster, is an ancient solution to our modern need for sustainable interiors
Tadelakt creates a clean, minimalist look in this contemporary bathroom, installed by Tadelakt London
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Julian Prieto of Edge2 Properties used microcement for a grout-free, waterproof finish
MICROCEMENT Stronger than regular cement-based mixtures and suitable for just about any surface, microcement is becoming increasingly more eco-friendly. It’s a blend of cement, fine aggregates and polymers, along with a waterproof sealant that makes it ideal for kitchens and bathrooms. It also creates a joint-free finish that’s super-easy to clean. It’s long-lasting, making it a good choice for your pocket and the earth. ‘Like all cement products, a lot of energy is used to make microcement, but once it’s installed, it will last indefinitely,’ explains Andrew Cooke, founder of AC Polished Plaster. ‘There’s also very little waste created during the application. And once it’s applied, no volatile emissions are emitted.’ Microcement also has a lower carbon footprint. ‘Tiles, marble and other traditional finishes are heavy and come with a larger CO2 cost when it comes to transporting them,’ explains Julian Prieto, co-founder and head designer at Edge2 Properties. ‘This finish is lighter, and therefore it has a much lower CO2 cost.’ The secret to success with microcement is to make sure the substrate – the underlying layer – is firm and won’t move or crack. It’s best to get a professional to handle this. Andrew Cooke recommends getting a sample board made before you proceed, as there are many application techniques to choose from. Microcement from AC Polished Plaster starts at around £90sq m. C L AY P L A S T E R It’s easy to think that modern building materials must be best – after all, aren’t they at the forefront of innovation? But with many releasing pollutants and creating harmful waste, it’s time to look to more traditional solutions that offer the appearance we want without the cost to the environment. Cornish manufacturer Clayworks is leading the way with clay plaster, a wall finish made from readily abundant natural materials including mineral pigments in hundreds of colours. No synthetics, toxins, glues or paints are added to clay plaster, meaning it ’s f ree f rom formaldehydes and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). ‘The health benefits are obvious and the lack of any noxious substances allows waste to be composted,’ says Clare Whitney of Clayworks. ‘Zero waste means fewer carbon emissions.’ Clay plaster is also a no-brainer from a design perspective. You can use it almost anywhere in the home – although it’s not suitable for showers and other places where there’s running water. That said, don’t be too quick to banish it from the bathroom altogether. Clay Plaster is suitable for other surfaces thanks to its ability to absorb excess moisture. ‘This has wide-ranging benefits for indoor air quality, including evidence pointing to mitigating mould, microbes, asth ma a nd forma ldehyde,’ adds Cla re. Clay plaster f rom Clayworks starts at £20sq m.
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Clay plaster in a custom colour by Clayworks brings warmth and texture to this room
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A rjun Singh A ssa Bor n a nd ra ised i n Momba sa , Kenya , A r ju n Singh Assa grew up in the thick of his family’s woodworking company. ‘Our home was above the workshop, so mornings began with me opening the doors for the employees and leaving for school to the sound of the machines running,’ he says. ‘In high school, I was more interested in fine arts, but financial challenges meant I joined the family business, not realising it would become my passion. It was then I began to learn about timber, how it’s grown, processed and shaped.’ After four years, Arjun moved to the UK, enrolling on the Furniture and Product Design degree course at Nottingham Trent University. ‘At that point, I was more of a traditional maker than a designer,’ he says, ‘so it helped me to learn what design is, and to question the role of the designer in society.’ Inspired by companies that use waste products to create terrazzo, Arjun developed the Poorman’s Pony – a bench made using waste materials, including glass and plastic left behind by partying students, and Weave, a beech and nylon chair that challenges the way traditional seating is made and the carbon footprint of materials used to create comfort. It was this piece that won him the prestigious Product of the Year award as part of Design Fresh at 2019’s 100% Design exhibition. Inspiration, he says, comes from his own and other cultures. ‘I also take inspiration from the unconventional,’ he says. ‘Many objects end up as junk, so we need to be careful of what we produce, how it can affect consumer behaviour and our environment.’ Since finishing his studies, Arjun has been working with design and fabrication specialists 2MZ and Pluck Kitchens, while his spare time is taken up by The Washing Machine Project, a charitable group developing electricity-free washing machines for people without washing facilities around the world. X
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RIGHT Arjun teams his conventional woodworking skills with innovative design, often using waste materials to create imaginative, eco-friendly furniture ABOVE Made of just beech wood and nylon cord, his Weave chair is a study in eliminating excess materials. It has no foam or fabric, thus reducing its carbon footprint
Diane Bresson ‘I enjoy printing as a research process more than as an end in itself,’ explains French designer Diane Bresson. ‘It pushes me to have less control and allows for happy mistakes; things don’t align properly, and stencils aren’t perfectly cut, but it’s what makes the result unique, especially when mixed with sharp geometric shapes created on the computer. Plus, there’s an immediate result and quick turnaround time that allows fast trial and error, and it’s very flexible as to where it can be applied and what it can be used for.’ It’s this combination of traditional and digital techniques that helped the Central Saint Martin’s graduate scoop the Colour in Design award at New Designers in 2018, when she screen-printed 20 metres of wallpaper without repeat before scanning the rolls and turning them into limited-edition giclée prints. ‘Each is a completely different thought process that gives very different results,’ she says. ‘I usually print without a plan, laying sheets of paper or a big roll across the table, before layering screens and colours. I then take those research pieces back to the computer and use elements to get a more textural finish.’ Inspiration comes from photography and music and everyday objects, as well as op art and recreational mathematics, in particular the ‘Mathematical Games’ columns of Martin Gardner, published in Scientific American magazine from 1956 to 1986. ‘During the design process, the work more or less nourishes itself,’ says Diane. ‘I can take one element and work with it through a different process or combine it with something new and it always leads me to fresh outcomes.’ A collaboration with rug manufacturer Floor Story is imminent, while going forward, the music industry is where Diane’s ambitions lie. ‘I’d love to work on visuals – music plays a big part in my creative process, so it would be amazing to design something related to it.’ X
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TOP A mix of traditional screen printing and digital methods helps Diane create her graphic designs ABOVE Tangram Slice XII is one of her limited-edition giclée prints LEFT Citing mathematical puzzles as an inspiration, Diane overlays and combines geometric shapes to form dynamic patterns
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2020 got off to a good start for glassmaker Jahday Ford. The Bermudian-born designer is due to head back to his native country for the first time in eight years to install a one-off glass installation at the new airport on the island, due for completion in May. ‘I’m also designing a digitally crafted glass collection called Axle, which transfers a CNC computerised surface texture on to hot glass,’ he says. ‘This year has kicked off quicker than any other so far!’ Having majored in art and design at high school, Jahday moved to Manchester in 2012 and completed a BTEC Diploma in A rt and Design at Manchester College, then a BA in ThreeDimensional Design at Manchester School of Art. ‘I was graced with an abundance of resources in glass, metal, wood, ceramics, digital programming and mechanical hardware and I couldn’t get enough,’ he says. ‘Once I got over my experimental phase and survived a few intense one-to-ones with very confused tutors, I began to focus on glass design, which is where I had a creative epiphany.’ Specialising in hot glass, he combines moulds, glass blowing and digital techniques, exploring the relationship between glass and other materials to create innovative forms, including his award-winning Breathe project, in collaboration with digital designer Joseph Hillary. Exhibited in galleries and at exhibitions around the country, including New Designers and designjunction where in 2017 it was shortlisted for the Rado Star Prize, the collection is based around recorded soundwaves created by Jahday’s breath in his glass-blowing iron, manipulated into a three-dimensional form using computer software. ‘Glass design has been moving at ground-breaking speed over the past decade thanks to advanced technologies,’ says Jahday. ‘For me, products are much more dynamic when multiple processes are combined, so there is huge scope for experimentation and the discovery of new characteristics.’ X
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TOP Jahday combines glass-blowing and digital techniques to create striking designs ABOVE The curves of his elegant Breathe vases are uniquely shaped by 3D moulds of visual soundwaves RIGHT A piece from the Deconstruct collection, which uses water-jet cutting with metal moulds to make eye-catching sculptural forms
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Brilliant buys for the hi-tech house As well as its ambient mode setting, which turns the screen into a decorative feature, the Q90R TV can be viewed from almost any angle, thanks to its ultra-flat surface and 4K HD. Saves you rearranging the room for movie night... From £1,799 (samsung.com)
Multifunctional minimalist If space on your bedside table is at a premium, the Revive Bluetooth speaker ties up high-quality audio (with a head that pivots to project sound in the optimal direction), a dimmable LED lamp and a wireless charging point for Qi compatible smartphones into one neat little package. £279 (tivoliaudio.co.uk)
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Sound asleep Comfortable enough to sleep in, the Kokoon headphones do more than just play music. With active noisecancelling technology, they block out background sounds, track how well you sleep (offering invaluable feedback) and feature relaxation and meditation exercises for a better night’s rest. £319 (kokoon.io)
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Imagine asking your tap to dispense 150ml of warm water. Controlled by Amazon’s Alexa or Google Assistant, the U by Moen provides any volume of water up to 20 litres and at precise temperatures. It also works manually. Price on request (moen.com)
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Clear some space for the LG Styler, the world’s smartest wardrobe. It refreshes lightly worn clothes in 20 minutes; has a ‘sanitary cycle’ that removes up to 99.9% of allergy-causing irritants; and, best of all, warms up your coat on a cold winter’s day. £1,899 (lg.com)
Whatever the weather Hydroponics is one of the fastest growing (excuse the pun) horticultural trends, and Ikea has a complete hydroponics collection for cultivating plants indoors all year round. The Växer range includes LED lights, nursery and sprout boxes, cultivation insert sets and growing media, including starter plugs, pumice and fertiliser, all mounted in a stylish cultivating unit. Krydda cultivation units, £19 each; LED lights, £27 each; sprout boxes, £6.50 each; cultivation insert sets, £3.50 each; starter plugs, £2.50 for 50, all Växer collection (ikea.com)
3 of the best smart fridge-freezers These slimline models feature the very latest in cool technology. (Clockwise, from above) Wi-Fi connected, Hoover’s HMNV 6202XKWIFI, £699, tracks sell-by dates. Ideal for handleless kitchens, the KF 2801 Vi MasterCool from Miele, £8,499, opens with a light push on the door. TwinTech technology means AEG’s SCE8191VTS can keep food fresher for longer. (hoover.co.uk) (miele.co.uk) (aeg.co.uk)
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Advanced home security to help you stay safe Sleek good looks are the major draw for the wireless Ajax smart home security system. It also has a huge range of up to 2,000m and 27 add-on accessories, including panic buttons. Ajax wireless alarm house kit 2, £384 (miecctv.co.uk)
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Barely bigger than a smoke alarm, Minut is for those who want complete domestic peace of mind without a load of white plastic boxes screwed to the wall. Battery powered, it boasts motion, sound, temperature and humidity sensors, so every coming-and-going is tracked and potential fire risks monitored (a lifesaver for those ‘Did I leave the oven on?’ moments). Going a step further, poor air quality can be detected, and even mould, before it becomes a problem. £129 (minut.com)
E AG LE E YE D 24/7 professional monitoring means SimpliSafe’s security system alerts both you and the police if an issue occurs. Get protected, from just £12.99 a month. Windsor package, £341 (simplisafe.co.uk)
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Don’t let the conventional looks fool you; this handle has the latest smart home technology, including keyless unlocking via app or voice activation, plus auto-unlocking within a set radius of your door. And if your phone is out of sight, it also comes with a traditional key. U lt ion Sma r t door ha nd le a nd lock set, f rom £229 (brisant- secure.com)
Ding dong! By far one of the bestlooking video doorbells on the market, Netatmo’s waterproof design will alert you to any visitors, offering Full HD video quality and surprisingly good night vision direct to your smartphone. You can talk to visitors if you’re not there and its ‘people detection’ differentiates between real folk and the neighbourhood cat. Smart video doorbell, price on request (netatmo.com)
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Left behind for far too long, the humble extraction hood is the final frontier to be tackled in the rapid rise of the smart kitchen. Following the introduction of FoodView in its pyrolytic ovens – a feature that allows you to check on the cooking status of food from your smartphone thanks to an internal camera (one for the keen soufflé chef) – Miele has introduced a cooker hood capable of communicating with its induction hobs via Con@ctivity 3.0 technology to automatically operate at optimum settings and switch off when the hob is no longer in use. Impressive stuff, yes, but that’s not to disregard its elegant doesn’tlook-like-an-extractor-hood design in a sleek white gloss finish. Generation 7000 DA7078 Aura 3.0 cooker hood, £3,699 (miele.co.uk)
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Smart blinds, shades and shutters With this affordable DIY upgrade you can control any Velux Integra blind or window. The system measures CO2, humidity and temperature, and monitors weather data online to automatically control shade and ventilation, ensuring the healthiest conditions. Velux Active with Netatmo indoor climate control starter pack, £219.99 (netatmo.com)
Let there be light Lazy loungers take note: Smart-Tilt are bespoke wood shutters that can be controlled using Apple HomeKit. You can make the slats open and close at sunrise and sunset, and have them shut automatically for cool off should a room get too warm. What’s more, hidden LED lights switch on as the shades close, creating the look of an occupied house from the outside. From £495sq m (ehenleyshutters.com)
Bridging the gap between bespoke installation and DIY, Somfy offers the widest choice of blind and curtain track motors, including batterypowered roller, Venetian and Roman designs. Its battery-powered electric curtain tracks are available up to six metres wide and can support fabric up to 45kg. Irismo 45 RTS electric curtain track, from £579, (powerblinds.co.uk)
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State of the art The latest smart appliances are also statement pieces in their own right. Case in point? These banked Smeg ovens mounted at eye level in sophisticated black glass with elegant copper trims. GET THE LOOK SF4604VCNR1 compact combination steam oven, 45cm, £1,799; SF4604MCNR compact combination microwave oven, 60cm, £1,599; SFP6604NRE pyrolytic multifunction oven, 60cm, £1,399, all Dolce Stil Novo collection, Smeg
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Hidden depths Proof tech really can be discreet comes in the form of this Victorian townhouse. Created by architect William Smalley and interior designer Danny Pine, it features many vintage Italian pieces, but behind the scenes you’ll also find smart lighting and in-wall invisible speakers. GET THE LOOK Design, William Smalley. Interior, Danny Pine. Invisible in-wall speakers, Amina; QS lighting control, Lutron Homeworks; home automation, Crestron; heating control, KNX, all designed and installed by Perfect Integration
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Library opening Architect Ernst Hoek didn’t want a basic door separating his home and office, so he designed these bookshelves that work brilliantly as both a literary passageway and soundproof room dividers. Each one weighs 500kg but opens smoothly and is able to hold in position every 90 degrees. GET THE LOOK Bespoke shelving system, created using FritsJurgens Pivot Hinge System 3, price on application, fritsjurgens.com
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Panel discussion In this lavish bathroom in a Kensington apartment, every aspect of the room’s technology is controlled via discreet wall panels and programmable switches, each finished with the finest brass Meljac plate surrounds. Heating, lighting and in-ceiling speakers can be adjusted to create the perfect ambience, showing that you never have to compromise on style in order to enjoy the very latest in smart home control. GET THE LOOK Custom control, Crestron; lighting, Lutron; multi-room audio, Bang & Olufsen; switches and control panel surrounds, Meljac, all designed and installed by Knektd Integrated Media
Up the wall A fun way to bring countless colours – over 16 million – into your home, this LED light system mounts easily on the wall and can be controlled via app, touch or voice – you can even change colour tones in time with the music. Simply clip each square together to make your preferred shape – combining multiple kits to fill a whole wall, for instance – before creating a unique light canvas that will pulse to the music you play. GET THE LOOK Canvas lighting, from £89,99, nanoleaf.me
Cool sounds Stylish enough to not ruin your decor, but adept at disappearing into the background, this compact wireless streaming speaker from Denon can be used on its own via smartphone app or voice control, or connected via Wi-Fi to a range of other Denon Heos speakers. It’s great for multi-room music and surround sound and, unlike many other systems, the Heos range can play the very best high resolution audio formats, including uncompressed WAV (PCM), ALAC (Apple Lossless Audio Codec) and music files up to 24-bit/192-kHz. GET THE LOOK Home 150 speaker, £219, Heos collection, denon.co.uk
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Super saver Style, technology and efficiency meet in these Duette energy-saving blinds, which can help to reduce heating bills by trapping warm air in between their honeycomb structure. Available in over 300 colours, they’re made using recycled polyester fibres, can cover the top or bottom of a window, depending on your needs, and this motorised version is controllable using an app or Alexa smart speaker. GET THE LOOK Duette blinds, from £115 each, both Capital collection; Dream motor, from £237, all apollo-blinds.co.uk
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As the head of industrial design for Google Nest, I manage a team whose role it is to define the look and feel of our assistant speakers, displays, Wi-Fi and entertainment products. It’s a balance between art and science, as my aim is to create products that are beautiful, useful, understandable and considerate. I’m not a huge fan of the term ‘smart home’, as it sounds very techy; I prefer the idea of a ‘connected home’.
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Our homes change slowly, so some houses of the future will look similar to the one you are living in today. The evolution lies in how we connect with the world while at home. The connected home shouldn’t be clunky, it should be seamless and peaceful. The feeling of what it means to be at home should only get better; safe and secure with less friction and more joy. What is a connected house like? It takes care of you and anticipates your needs. How does that look in practice? Well, my day starts at around 6.30am when my three-year-old son comes to wake me up. Our Google Nest Hub [a voice-controlled smart screen and speaker] gives us a great overview of the day, so we know if we need to make any packed lunches, or if there’s an issue with my commute. After work, I love using our display devices to look up dinner recipes using just a few random ingredients. I’ve also started to order groceries to be delivered just before I get home and using my video doorbell I can see when they arrive and even communicate with the driver, if needed.
My six-year- old has a voice -activated assistant speaker in his room. In addition to listening to his own music and using it as a soothing white noise machine to help him sleep, he also uses it for spelling advice. He’s now discovered that he can call us using the broadcast feature! It’s so important that home technology is simple and approachable. We strive to make everything look less like technology and more like furniture. It’s important that absolutely anyone can use them, so when my grandmother had a fall and couldn’t reach the phone, she was able to call my aunt just by talking to her voiceactivated assistant speaker. Having integrated cameras in our home, and an app that’s accessible from anywhere, I can check on my sons a nd ma ke su re they’re getting to school on time even when I’m away. I love that my in-laws and parents use video chat with us while I’m making dinner.
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It’s incredibly exciting that voice-enabled products are able to be used by so many different demographics . Voice is such an inclusive interface. And like the example involving my g ra nd mother’s fa ll, there a re ma ny more amazing stories about how voice assistants have given independence back to people with accessibility challenges. When you design products to be inclusive, they really are able to reach so many people. X
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Technology, by its very nature, is constantly changing. When the f irst home automation systems started to be widely specified a decade ago, they usually required clunky operating panels in walls, which, within a few years, became obsolete. Recent app-based systems are able to be controlled from a smartphone and easily updated, with minimal ha rd w iring. At f irst, most home automation systems related solely to programmable lighting, but increasingly audio visuals, window blinds, appliances, security and environmental control are included. And while everything looks to be wireless, a lot of cabling lies behind the fabric of the wall. Strong Wi-Fi coverage is the most important aspect of any project. After that’s implemented, we make sure that technology is easy to operate and in areas where it will be frequently used. If we’re creating a beautiful airy living space, w i ll t he client be happy to head to a w indowless basement to watch a film, or can we install effective blackout in the living room? Will they want TV in every room, or should we avoid it in some spaces in order to promote relaxation? Truly ‘smart’ technology takes a pragmatic view of what will really improve functionality in a home. It must also operate by the simplest, most intuitive interface to become second nature and remain relevant and adaptable in the future. There is a skill in making technology useful and not letting future possibilities run too far
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in the wrong direction. Clients can be seduced by the levels in which you can control your home, but every property needs to maintain the feeling of comfort and familiar usability. Just because you can do something hi-tech, doesn’t mean that you should. Home technology isn’t always just about fun wireless app-controlled gadgets. I regard glass as an almost miraculous product and recent innovations are hugely impressive. A s well as the increased size and strength of panels, the opacity of glass can be changed to complete blackout , a nd invisible elements inserted within it that can heat rooms without losing significant warmth to the exterior. The advances that are being made in green technologies are also s t a g g e r i n g . Groundsou rce heat pu mps ca n conjure up enough energy from the cold, hard earth to heat, cool and power an entire house. That feels like a kind of alchemy to me, and I hope it will become standard use in our homes as we tackle the effects of climate change. At the lower end of the green tech scale, we’ve been taken with the properties of wood fibre thermal insulation. This recycled and biodegradable product can absorb condensation during humid internal periods such as winter, releasing the moisture during summer. Standard synthetic insulation can’t do this, and causes many moisture-related problems. X
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Consider a home technolog y integrator. ‘Think of them as you would a builder,’ says Simon Fulstow at SONA. ‘Just as builders have the Federation of Master Builders, reputable installation companies are part of the trade body CEDIA. Look for companies that let you get hands on so you can see what can be achieved.’
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W hen future-proofing your property, remember that off-the-shelf gadgets can’t yet offer the usability of a professionally installed smart home. ‘Using a professional home integrator will bring items such as heating, lighting and entertainment together as one,’ says Owen Maddock of CinemaWorks. ‘Instead of manually controlling your home’s services, or using individual apps, an integrator will install a system that allows you to manage them in one place, whether that’s in one room, across the house or even when you’re out.’
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‘To improve performance, invest in a mesh Wi-Fi system,’ says Oliver Randall, regional UK manager for Netgear. ‘Rather than rely on a single router, these devices cover your home in a reliable wireless signal. Usually sold in packs of two or three, mesh systems can create a superior home Wi-Fi network.’ Running internet cables throughout your home at the early stages of a renovation means you’ll enjoy greater control without being held back by Wi-Fi speeds. ‘Nobody wants to see ugly cables, so get everything planned out to ensure it is all hidden,’ says Anthony Gallon, technical director at Clever Association.
The impact of smart lighting control shouldn’t be underestimated, and with LED bulbs more affordable [Ikea sell smart ones for just £6], price is no longer a barrier. ‘As well as total control over the brightness of every bulb, smart lighting greatly improves your home’s security,’ says Sam Moore, LIFX global
marketing director. ‘Smartphone apps have detailed timers, enabling you to make your home look occupied when it’s not far more convincingly than ever.’
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‘Wi-Fi streaming can be higher quality than Bluetooth and music continues to play if you leave the room with your phone,’ says Paul Murray, e-commerce manager at Sevenoaks Sound and Vision. ‘Sonos has 16 products that work together, so it’s easy to build a multi-room system. Not all brands are so generous, so always check before investing.’
When choosing smart home technology, compatibility is key. ‘Ensuring all your devices are compatible with the same app [Apple HomeKit, Nest, etc] or voice control service like Alexa or Google Assistant, allows you to combine features,’ says Fred Potter, founder of Netatmo. ‘Linking lights to a home security camera is a brilliant deterrent, while combining motorised blinds, heating and a smart speaker in the bedroom makes waking up more bearable.’
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YO U R N E X T VEHICLE WILL BE CLEVERER T H A N YO U A R E New ca rs a re st uf fed f ull of clever tech to ma ke d riv ing more enjoya ble , sa fer a nd env i ron ment a l ly f r iend ly, and as David George, ma nag i ng d i rector of Mi n i UK, says, the way we live at home is inf luencing what we want on the road. ‘A s people become more com for t a ble u si ng voice com ma nd s, we have seen a surge of interest in A mazon A lexa , a llow ing customers to integ rate sm a r t home f u nc t ion a l it y i nt o t he c a r ’s d a sh b oa r d .’ But the rea l game-changing tech nolog y, a s Dav id says, is to be found in the eng ine. ‘ T he bat t er ie s i n ou r f i r s t electric car in 2009 were so b i g we h a d t o r e m ove t h e back seat s, but now they fit u nder t he f loor. T here a re 1.5 million homes that already have accessible plugs for easy cha rg ing , but for those not ready to ma ke the complete le a p , t here a re some good plug-in hybr id models ava ilable on the ma rket .’
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One minute with Corran Brownlee Describe your style. I like my pieces to feel like a dream or a memory. I’ll leave hints of narrative but keep most of the scene in shadow. This way, the viewer becomes the storyteller and connects with my work on a more meaningful level. Favourite materials? I feel a deep affinity with charcoal as a medium; it’s been used to tell stories for centuries. I use black so that the viewers can project their own colours; it’s more personal that way. Artistic inspiration? Alfred Hitchcock and Orson Welles were big influences in my previous career as a storyboard artist, and that feeds into my pieces today. Any celebrity fans? Keira Knightley, Kirsten Dunst and Jodie Whittaker, to name a few. Display advice? I’m a fan of gallery walls for smaller pieces. I try out a number of different positions before I commit to the final layout – it takes patience, but it’s definitely worth doing. To buy artworks by Corran Brownlee, visit runway-gallery.com
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Now in its sixth series, Grace and Frankie has proven to be so much more than the oddball-couple sitcom it first appeared to be. Helmed by feminist trailblazers and screen legends Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin, the smash-hit series is on the surface about what two 70-somethings would do if their marriages broke down. In reality, it’s turned out to be a joyful and uplifting exploration of what it means to grow old and how beautiful it can be. Streaming on Netflix now.
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Parilio, Paros, Greece Despite opening in the past few months, Parilio is already recognised as one of Greece’s most sophisticated resorts. Combining cool, calm Cycladic style with modern-leaning architecture, this dreamy ivory and alabaster-toned hotel offers a contemporary take on the traditional Hellenic escape. On the island of Paros – a sleepy spot on the Aegean, less visited than nearby Santorini and Mykonos – the retreat sits pretty in the village of Naoussa, close to golden sand beaches and al-fresco fish restaurants. There’s a spa, lap pool and a restaurant serving refined Grecian dishes. Parilio’s harmonious design, peaceful surroundings and understated feel lend it naturally to couples or families looking for a truly cool getaway.
IN THE KNOW Pack a swimming costume from cult brand Solid & Striped for maximum poolside glam. Eat at Stilvi restaurant, a popular outdoor spot in a pretty courtyard serving up classical Mediterranean fare in Naoussa. Book it Rooms from £200 a night (pariliohotelparos.com).
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Slow Beam, Hobart, Tasmania A passion project by Australian creatives Lauren Bamford and Keith Mason, Slow Beam is a new single-room guest house in Hobart, Tasmania. It’s the result of the couple’s decision to create their own design-forward accommodation in a city where they couldn’t find somewhere they wanted to stay themselves. Teaming up with Hearth Studio on the architecture, they saw Slow Beam as an opportunity to gather work by local and national artists to create a visual smorgasbord that would make the property, a sleek black box in the capital’s hilly west, a destination in its own right. Despite the retro vibe of the interior, the project feels distinctly forward looking. If you thought dark walls had had their day, this dusky temple to Australian artistry may change your mind.
IN THE KNOW Shop at Hill Street Grocer, a popular local culinary institution serving Tasmanian meats, cheeses and organic veg. Explore the Hobart Rivulet Park, a walking track that runs from Mount Wellington to the city. Book it From £250 a night (slowbeam.com).
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Hotel Le Ballu, Paris Paris is always a good idea. But it can also be an eye-wateringly expensive one, so it’s wise to have an affordable – but fabulous – option up your sleeve. On a quiet street by the Place de Clichy, an area not always known for buzzy bars and happening hotels, is Le Ballu, a compact boutique hideaway run by owner-designers Julia and Thomas Vidalenc. Interiors riff on art deco and Eastern European influences, resulting in a look that combines emerald and sapphire tones with brass detailing for a truly jewel box aesthetic. Bedrooms are comfortable, chic, and a riot of colour making the property a win for out-of-towners, but locals, too, have adopted the chichi outdoor restaurant, where chef Michaël Riss serves up a menu of monkfish, Creole lentils, and a perfect vanilla mille-feuille.
IN THE KNOW Watch out for the hotel’s online flash sales that discount rooms and throw in treats. Relax in the hotel’s secret subterranean pool and sauna, available to all guests but by appointment only. Book it Rooms from £150 a night (leballu-paris.com).
Dive, Palm Springs Hotels don’t come much more simple, or effective, than Dive. This truly under-the-radar find is the kind of place you stop off at casually on an LA road trip, and return to again and again whenever you’re in town. Part highway motel, part classic American compound, Dive is pumped with the essence of West Coast easy living. The 11 bedrooms, white-walled spaces with rattan beds and colourfully tiled bathrooms, are laid out as a quadrangle around a central pool, perfect for morning dips after a grab-and-go breakfast. Surrounding the rooms are lush, well planted gardens and lawns, littered with bistro tables and daybeds for coffee, midday cocktails or nursing hangovers while recounting the previous night’s partying. When in Palm Springs…
IN THE KNOW Pack your itsy-bitsy teeny-weeniest swimsuit and a big pair of sunnies to look the part when horizontal by the pool. Read a future bestseller – we suggest Anna Wiener’s Uncanny Valley or Emily St John Mandel’s The Glass Hotel. Book it Double rooms from £140 a night (divepalmsprings.com).
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n the glittering world of contemporary jewellery, the name Patcharavipa Bodiratnangkura is big. Trained at Central St Martins and with her work stocked at Dover Street Market, the T ha i desig ner is k now n for her bold, spontaneous aesthetic and jewels that feel fresh and forward-looking. We caught five minutes to get the lowdown on her home town, Thailand’s iconic capital, Bangkok. First thing’s first – where should we stay? Try the Park Hyatt Hotel by Yabu Pushelberg at the Central Embassy mall (hyatt.com). I’m always checking in for staycations as it’s close to my shop.
Shop like a local at? In the Old Town on Soi Charoenkrung 36, design store Atta Gallery deals in contemporary art jewellery, v intage pieces a nd celadon cera mics (attagallery.com). The new Bangkok label to know? Visit fashion designer Shone Puipia’s showroom on Soi Suan Plu 3 (shonepuipia.com). I love his details and use of textiles, especially the Thai silks. He has great vision, and stays true to Thai tradition, despite his modernity.
The Amphawa floating market
We’re into local dishes. Where’s Bangkok’s best som tam? Head to Thai Lao Yeh restaurant at the Cabochon Hotel on Sukhumvit 45 Alley (cabochonhotel.com). The dishes are inspired by Thailand’s northeastern Isan region, and blend together Thai and Lao cooking. The future of Thai gastronomy? Baan Tepa Culinary Space, an urban kitchengarden restaurant by my friend Chudaree ‘Tam’ Debhakam (baantepabkk.com). It’s quintessentially Thai, but not too rich. Many of the ingredients are sourced from the garden.
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Best trip out of town? For an archetypal Thai experience, visit the floating market at Amphawa, about an hour and a half from Bangkok. It’s on a canal of the Mae Klong river and is packed with street food stalls, fresh produce and souvenirs.
Thai Lao Yeh restaurant
Sip a cocktail or two at? I love Q&A bar on Soi Sukhumvit 21 (qnabar.com). I just order a simple Punt e Mes on the rocks. Your street food secret? It’s probably not much of a secret, but Wattana Panich’s beef noodles are a Bangkok street food
Where can we get one of your pieces? Find me at the Patcharavipa flagship store, in the Bhakdi building on Wireless Road (patcharavipa.com). The boutique was designed in collaboration with French interior-architects Ciguë.
Patcharavipa’s flagship store
Don’t leave without visiting? In the heart of Bangkok on Witthayu Road is my family ’s historic home, Nai Lert Park (nailertgroup.com). It’s a little oasis in the busy city, where visitors can stroll through the gardens, see ancient Thai trees and visit the eateries, including the Ma Maison restaurant, which offers a taste of my greatgrandmother’s special, traditional recipes.
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the cement. Pre-aged then left unlacquered, these metal surfaces will darken over time. The distinctive terracotta-pink cabinets were originally going to be much paler but mood boards were reassessed at the eleventh hour and Little Greene’s Ashes of Roses switched in to lift and define. Dark stained ash doors help to anchor the island unit and, together with the cantilevered breakfast bar, create a visual link to the dining area. Spanning across ceiling beams and down the walls, the heavy use of natural oak was initiated by CaSA Architects. Celia provided a modern spin using Osmo white-oil finish to knock out any yellow undertones and stop the space resembling a ski lodge. Slender vertical oak battens create a panelled effect on floor-to-ceiling units opposite the island, and again on the bar cabinet in the dining area. The aim was to ensure each elevation offers interest and a sense of continuity as you pass through the space towards the views.
need to know WHAT? A detached five-bedroom Georgian former pub with single-storey extension. WHERE? Near Bath, Somerset. WHO DESIGNED IT? Celia Richardson, Richardson Studio, in collaboration with CaSA Architects. KEY FEATURES Bespoke cabinetry, around £20,000, Atelier Cabinet Makers. H7464BPX handleless oven, £2,249; ESW 7020 warming drawer, £1,199; DGC 7440X steam combination oven, £2,549; KM7678 FL induction hob, £2,399; 2 x KFN37452 iDE fridge freezers, £2,599 each, all Miele. Omni boiling-water tap, £1,646, Franke. Alveus Monarch Quadrix 50 Anthracite sink, £660, Olif. Bespoke aged zinc worktops, £350lin m, The Copper & Zinc Bar Co. Blue Pennant riven paving, from £92sq m, Gwrhyd Specialist Stone. Microcement surfaces, around £95sq m, Bath Microcement. Bespoke table, around £5,800, Atelier Cabinet Makers. CH24 Wishbone chairs, £797 each; Lambert & Fils Dot Line suspension light, £1,275, all The Conran Shop. Hay Cornet bar stools, £199 each, Utility Design. Cast pendant Shape 4, £230; Shape 3, £90, Menu at Nest
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The appliances are all Miele in Graphite Grey with touchto-open doors that share the cabinetry’s linear handleless look
The light-toned wood is contrasted by a bespoke table made from two planks of dark-stained ash
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need to know WHAT? A kitchen-diner in a four bedroom terraced Victorian house. WHERE? South-east London. WHO DESIGNED IT? Sam Hart, Roundhouse; interior designer, Paul Carter, Vivid Consultancy. KEY FEATURES Kitchens start at £35,000, Roundhouse; bespoke Urbo and Metro matt lacquer cabinetry in Copper Beech, New Black and Acqua Viva, all Paint & Paper Library. Leathered African Fusion quartzite and Black Vermouth granite worktops, £10,080 as shown, supplied by Roundhouse. 2 x H6660 BP pyrolytic ovens, £1,999 each; KM6669 five-zone induction hob, £2,549; H6600BM
combi-microwave, £2,457.50; ESW6229X warming drawer, £1,199; G6860 SCVi dishwasher, £1,499, all Miele. H5T811l fridge freezer, £409, Hotpoint. Stratus compact ceiling extractor, £2,239, Westin. Subline 700-U sink in Anthracite, £585, Blanco. Pro-3 Fusion Round boiling-water tap in unlacquered brass, £1,483, Quooker. Brompton pendants, from £295 each, Original BTC. Beetle bar stools in Green velvet, £995 each, GamFratesi for Gubi at The Conran Shop. Forest Oak engineered flooring, £150sq m, Element 7. Walls painted in Desert Rose architects matt, £55 for 2.5ltr, Paint & Paper Library. Artwork, Annet van der Voort
The walnut-lined breakfast cupboard conceals a coffee machine and combi-microwave
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There was nothing inherently wrong with the all-white gloss kitchen that came with this property. But for interior designer Paul Carter and his husband Daniel Marks there wasn’t much right with it either. Known for their opulent style and exquisite collection of art and antiques, the couple wasted no time ditching sterile in favour of sophisticated glamour. With suitably moody dark oak flooring already on their hit list, they opted for a flat lacquered finish on the cabinetry. There are actually three deep shades in play; selected following lengthy studies into how the light falls at certain times of the day, the tall units are painted in Copper Beech, the island in New Black and the cooking elevation in Acqua Viva, all by Paint & Paper Library. The layout loosely follows the previous kitchen’s but with the vital addition of six
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floor-to-ceiling cupboards along one wall. As well as the beautifully appointed double-door breakfast pantry, which is easily accessible from the dining area, they provide abundant storage. Above the hob, a simple shelf was added in lieu of wall cabinets to display art and help the design feel ‘less kitcheny’. Although it is striking as a whole, this kitchen’s success arguably lies in its finer details. The switch from shark-nose edging on the island worktop to pencil edge on the cooker elevation is a subtle twist that adds interest, while walnut interiors make simply opening cabinets a treat. On the island, a thick band of rich brass in the shadowline of the worktop elevates the glamorous quartzite to another level. Finally, a trio of dark glass pendants and bar stools in plush emerald were added, bringing poise, glamour and a swish of jewel-bright colour to the space.
The rich chocolate and blue-black hues of the cabinetry make the most of the changing light
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WHAT? A one-bedroom apartment on the second floor of a Victorian townhouse. WHERE? Camden, north London. WHO DESIGNED IT? Luke Edward Hall and Duncan Campbell. KEY FEATURES Kitchen cabinetry, £8,090, British Standard; painted in AB15 Laughton’s Blue intelligent eggshell, £66 for 2.5ltr, Papers and Paints. C102 Decorated knobs in Antique Brass, £16.56 each, Optimum Brasses. Large
Unexpected colours and an offbeat design unite in a scheme full of fun and surprises
Acanthus finials, £64.80 each, Andy Thornton. Series S Bamboo handpainted tiles, £628sq m, Balineum. BL 1550 Classic Mono kitchen mixer tap in Silver Nickel with Black levers, £662, Lefroy Brooks. Single DishDrawer dishwasher, £759, Fisher & Paykel. Walls painted in a custom-tinted colour, Leyland Trade; Bermuda Pink by Benjamin Moore is similar. Marinace Green 3cm granite, price on request, Stone World
It’s reasonable to assume that buying off-the-peg cabinetry might prove limiting or, at least, fraught with compromises. Think again. Artist and interior designer Luke Edward Hall has unleashed his full fantastical imagination on British Standard’s quality Shaker-style cabinets and the result is breathtaking. ‘These cupboards are very handsome, with wonderful proportions,’ says Luke. ‘And they come unpainted, which meant they were essentially a blank canvas for us to go crazy with.’ Luke (below right) and his partner, product and interior designer Duncan Campbell, visited the British Standard workshop in Stowupland, Suffolk, where the cupboards are handmade. With only one wall to play with – the room also accommodates dining and relaxing areas – the couple had to be space savvy. Thankfully, the ceiling is high, so thanks to British Standard’s free design service, a two-tier run of units was devised, with an integrated fridge freezer at one end and a compact dishwasher at the other. ‘You can see the kitchen from t he sofa ,’ says Lu ke. ‘So a lt houg h I l i ke to have f re sh produce and ceramics on display, it is nice to be able to put things away.’ Next came the opportunity to flex their maximalist wings. A local joiner was commissioned to create a striking pediment topped with ornate wooden finials. ‘We weren’t concerned about creating an accurately proportioned Palladian structure,’ says Duncan. ‘It was more fantastical and fun than that.’ To dial up the drama a few more notches, the couple opted for a deep cobalt blue from Papers and Paints, which looks seriously striking against the custom-mixed pink tone of the walls. ‘I’m drawn to quite jarring, odd colour combinations,’ says Luke. The worktop is elaborately patterned Marinace green granite, chosen primarily to swerve the now ubiquitous white marble, and because it’s not been fashionable since the 1980s – a point that proved irresistible to this unconventional pair. At the end of the worktop is a hardwood cabinet found on the streets of Camden. ‘We liked the idea of incorporating a freestanding piece into the design,’ Duncan says. ‘It was pure serendipity that it was exactly the right height and practically on our doorstep.’
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New skylights direct rays across the surfaces at various points through the day
Elegantly curved cabinets flank the steps up to the hallway, which is lined with closets for coats and stacked laundry appliances
need to know WHAT? An open-plan kitchen in a three-bedroom top-floor apartment in a brownstone townhouse. WHERE? Brooklyn, New York. WHO DESIGNED IT? Andrea Fisk and Jess Thomas Hinshaw, Shapeless Studio. KEY FEATURES Bespoke cabinetry, Workshop Brooklyn; for a similar design in the UK, try Blakes London. Similar Fior di Bosco marble, £354sq m, Lapicida. Professional Series 90cm dual-fuel range
cooker, £3,629; REF90X French door fridge freezer, £2,099; KIN86MOD1XB integrated extractor hood, £599, all Bertazzoni. SMV46MX00G Serie 4 integrated standard dishwasher, £619, Bosch. Purist pull-down mixer tap in stainless steel, from £538; 3325-NA Icerock undermount sink, £516, both Kohler. Similar Douglas fir flooring, from £64.80sq m, Dinesen. Walls and ceiling painted in Glacier White OC-37 regal select, £23 for 0.94ltr, Benjamin Moore
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Designed for a couple who frequently travel and need a sanctuary to call home, this renovated kitchen was led by their love of mid-century furniture. First, the existing small, tired kitchen – firmly stuck in the 1970s – was ripped out, the walls opened up in every direction and skylights added to make it brighter and airier. Shapeless Studio then devised a gentle 1950s-inspired scheme, with carefully selected materials and creamy, earthy colours at its heart. The choice of dark walnut cabinetry was unanimous – particularly on the flat panel in-frame door, to keep the look simple but with smart bespoke detailing. The design works with the couple’s mid-century furniture and includes plenty of display space for the many trinkets they collect on their travels. The layout of the kitchen was also kept simple, and an island eschewed in favour of floor space and good flow. The fridge was tucked into an existing cupboard and the new cooker popped in the same spot as the old, avoiding the rigmarole of repositioning the gas line. Above eye level, the wall was brought out above the units and painted in the same off-white as the surrounding surfaces, cutting out visual clutter and diverting attention from the angled ceiling in the process. Where there isn’t enough space for an island unit, designer Andrea Fisk believes it’s important to have at least one worktop run without cabinets looming above. Here, with storage at a premium, a compromise was reached in the form of a long, narrow shelf. Useful for stacking crockery, it is set back to allow for unobstructed prep. For Andrea, the worktop is the essence of this scheme. With a cool grey background, the Fior di Bosco marble balances the rich walnut and Douglas fir flooring beautifully. As she says, the marble isn’t flashy but its warm orange veins help to spice up everything.
SLEEK, CHIC & UNIQUE Bring a touch of luxury and unique styling to any kitchen with the new Wi6160 fully integrated undercounter wine cabinet. The innovative design allows you to create a bespoke frame to match your kitchen cabinets, ensuring seamless integration and an uninterrupted finish. With brilliant performance this model has been developed to store red, white and even sparkling wine in optimum conditions. The Wi6160 features perfect temperature, humidity and air circulation controls, with unrivalled low vibration technology to minimise disturbance, protecting the wines’ complex flavours. Always choose Caple for complete confidence in your wine cabinet.
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kitchen shopping wooden bar stools These finely crafted perches add the perfect finish to any kitchen – so take a seat
Bar Stool Two bar stool, £425, Another Country
Ovo bar chair, from £925, Benchmark
Wardley bar stool, £360, Neptune
Kyla bar stool, £99, John Lewis & Partners
T bar stool, from £806, Jasper Morrison for Maruni at Twentytwentyone
K65 bar stool, £388, Artek at Nest
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Devlin bar stool, from £79, Made
Svelto stacking bar stool, £405, Ercol at Heal’s
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w ine coolers Sleek units for storing bottles in optimal conditions
Opal Studio pendant, £145, Holloways of Ludlow
Alabaster Stone pendant, £378, Indigenous
iQ700 CI18WP03 wine cabinet, £5,199, Siemens
Wi3123GM wine cabinet, £607, Caple
Lens Flair pendant in Brushed Brass, £850, Lee Broom
Pelote pendant, £227, Patrick Zulauf at Ligne Roset
FWC624SS wine cooler, £539, CDA
Fulbourn pendant in Dusky Pink, £138, Jim Lawrence
sphere pendants SWE61501DG wine cooler, £379, AEG
HWCB 60 UK wine cooler, £469.99, Hoover
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hexagonal f loor tiles Plain or patterned, these crisp shapes add vibrancy and depth to a scheme
(From left) Try Angle Line cement tile in Kelly/White, £12.08sq ft, Clé. Contour Shadow porcelain tile, £32.95sq m, Walls and Floors. Paths cement tile in Eucalyptus/Charcoal, £124sq m, Marrakech Design. Rose Eugenie cement tile, £5.17 each, Bert & May. Cevica Good Vibes Matt Decor (mix of seven patterns) porcelain tile, £65.45sq m, Tiles Direct
hot-water taps Say goodbye to the kettle and hello to an all-in-one faucet
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Docks reclaimed oak in Storm Cloud, £179sq m, Domus
These timber-topped beauties are made to last Kahrs Shine ash in Black Silver, £129.99sq m, Carpetright
Habitation oak parquet in Cotswold Manor, £99.49sq m, Claybrook
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Traditions FHBO Rustic oak in Natural, £67.99sq m, Kersaint Cobb
Woodland Herringbone oak in Whitecross, £94.95sq m, Fired Earth
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(From left) Pronteau Professional 3-in-1 tap with pull-out spray in Chrome, £849, Abode. Omni Contemporary 4-in-1 tap in Black, £1,646, Franke. J Shape 3-in-1 tap in Rose Gold, £1,200, InSinkErator. 1770 Celeste 3-in-1 tap with side rinse in Nickel, £1,340, Perrin & Rowe
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TAKING SHAPE From the end of March, head to Poliform UK’s King’s Road showroom to see the Italian brand’s new Shape kitchen. The crisply executed range is defined by a tapered cut in the drawer line; it’s a subtle detail, but in the minimalist design, the resulting shadowline stands loud and proud. Kitchens, from £36,000 (poliformuk.com)
The heat is on This new gas hob from Caple features DirectHeat+, an innovative technology that produces a 45° flame. Sounds impressive, but what does it do? It directs heat at the base of the pan, so less heat escapes around the rim, which means faster boiling and more responsive cooking. Bravo. C772G hob, from £644 (caple.co.uk)
Check out the advanced tech of SieMatic’s New HandleFree concept, available on its Pure kitchen range. From £25,000 (siematic.com)
Flash the trash Originally intended for commercial use – specifically, lugging waste around open-plan offices – Mizetto’s Bin There is ideal for taking the bin-day strain at home. And besides, the 1930s drinks cart-inspired design, with chic leather and pale wood details, offers a level of sophistication that is, frankly, wasted in the workplace. It’s available in Olive Green (shown), Copper Brown, Beige, Anthracite and Signal White. £997 (mizetto.se)
NEW BRICK ON THE BLOCK A new glazed brick-shape wall tile has just landed at Domus. Produced using state-of-the-art technology, Meld replicates the depth and beauty of handmade majolica tiles in a robust porcelain. The dense glaze (in a choice of six shades, including Blue, shown) and minor surface ‘flaws’ make every tile unique, while the exceptionally straight edges allow almost joint-free installation. £84sq m (domusgroup.com)
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MADE TO LAST Trendsetting isn’t just about chasing the next big thing. In 2020, buying mindfully, by seeking out products with longevity, is in. Scavolini is on the case with Fenix NTM, a material that looks like lacquer but is soft to the touch, durable and easy to clean. It can even be repaired using heat to remove any small scratches. In short, it’ll outlast any Gucci handbag. Shown is the LiberaMente range. Kitchens, from £10,000 (scavolini.com)
Tap choice Torn between modish black and lustworthy copper? The Schön Aaron C swivel spout tap delivers both, and at a great price too, so you’ll have pennies spare to splurge on a dashing sin k or splashback. £99.99 (victoriaplum.com)
Cesar NYC Kitchens’ ‘Williamsburg, Intarsio and The 50s’ model is causing a stir at Espresso Design. From £35,000 (espressodesign.co.uk) Black magic T he w h i s p er s t h at w h it e marble’s popularity is waning are nothing short of slander, yet it’s hard to ignore the news that darker alternatives are rocketing up the sales charts. Surface specialist Caesarstone has revealed that this dramatic quartz colourway, 5100 Vanilla Noir, is already showing strong signs of being its sell-out shade for 2020. The perfect match for black kitchens and a seductive option for many schemes, it is available in a honed finish that also supports demand for a textured, matt surface. From £450sq m (caesarstone.co.uk)
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AC E M OV E It’s ‘advantage Wimbledon’ as Day True has opened its third showroom (also in Chelsea and Maida Vale) there. An essential destination for anyone seeking kitchen inspiration south of the river, the four-storey building epitomises expertise in curating compact living spaces – with a two-bed show home on the top floor – while the kitchen displays are fully working, ready for regular cooking demos and events. Oh, and did we mention the gin bar? Kitchens, from £25,000 (daytrue.com)
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Switched on New online company Corston is fast becoming the design set’s go-to for cabinet knobs, light switches and sockets. Its founding premise was to offer a portfolio of pieces with simple shapes and finishes that will enhance the architecture and tone of a space. We love this barely-there backplate that lets the wallpaper shine through. Clear double socket, £26 (corston.com)
I N TO T H E FO L D Hardworking island or work of art? We’d say this piece by Austrian studio Steininger is both. Simply named Fold, the origami-inspired bespoke design is anything but simple in its execution. Made using complex computer wizardry, the faceted island has a floating appearance and is encased in a brass alloy cut with millimetre precision. The design is purist yet highly functional, and plans are afoot to add other metals to the mix. From £70,000 (steininger-designers.com)
The Arbor kitchen is the latest offering from Harvey Jones – a blend of Shaker design with subtle detailing. From £20,000 (harveyjones.com)
ALL HAIL THE PALE If 2019 was the year kitchens went dark, in 2020 we’re set to step into the light – to a degree. Bespoke kitchen maker Tom Howley predicts that pockets of paler finishes to brighten dark cabinetry will be a hot request, a look demonstrated here by the Kavanagh collection in Nightshade. Kitchens, from £20,000 (tomhowley.co.uk)
That’s neat Each season, a few new pieces emerge that will instantly enhance your life. You might not expect a humble cutlery tray to be on that list, until you encounter this gem from Jamb’s Pantry Collection. Handcrafted in raw mahogany with inlaid ebony corners and a brass handle, it elevates laying the table from chore to delight. £984 ( jamb.co.uk)
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Geometric tiles are the surface trend that keeps on giving, as Original Style proves with this fresh offering. Called Radiance Geo, the porcelain tiles come in a large 30x60cm format for extra grout-swerving points and boast a subtle sheen. Pair with rugged surfaces for a sophisticated dose of pattern that’s easy on the eye. £99.95sq m (originalstyle.com)
Schmidt has added fabulously flat burgundy and green shades to its Arcos Supermat kitchen range. From £10,000 (home-design.schmidt)
expert advice: trends Katie Fontana, co-founder and creative director of Plain English and British Standard, reveals what should be on your kitchen radar for 2020
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For colour, we’re expecting a continued interest in strong shades and bold combinations, perhaps reflecting a desire for the warmth and optimism of mid-century modernism. Many of our projects are also being specified in natural greens, browns and blues. A successful colour scheme balances proportion and intensity; we prefer tonal colours, where the base hue is dulled with grey, as they feel more natural and calming than pure or primary shades. When it comes to materials, we like classic or natural options that will age well, such as wood, leather, metal and stone. Despite changing fashions there will always be love for classic stones such as Carrara and Bianca Eclipsia, in a honed finish. We’re also seeing a mix of worktops, such as stainless steel, zinc, brass or copper used in combination with other surfaces. Provenance is increasingly on the agenda. We’re often asked where our materials come from, and we source as carefully and locally as possible. We’ve always made products that conform to the now fashionable mantra to ‘buy well and buy once’. Our cupboards are built to last, making them a ‘green’ investment, and we like to use reclaimed sinks, taps and worktops where appropriate. As for layouts, we find that open-plan rooms can lack intimacy and storage and be more costly to heat. The shift towards ‘brokenplan’ is a smart way to make use of a vast space – breaking it up with glazed partitions and furniture adds interest, and creates cosy nooks and separate areas for cooking, entertaining and relaxing. britishstandardcupboards.co.uk; plainenglishdesign.co.uk
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LIGHT DRESSING Meet the Atelier Series, a brilliant collaboration between Canadian designer Rachel Bussin and lighting company Lambert & Fils. Scaled for large spaces and high ceilings, the laminated glass pendants can be used like jewellery to dress up a kitchen, lending ethereal beauty whether on or off. The glorious colour options include green, yellow, red, peach and blush. From £2,077 (lambertetfils.com)
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Incorporating bowls, plates, mugs and jugs, deVOL’s new kitchenware collection is all about honest, wholesome objects that feel wonderful to hold and use. Handcrafted by resident ceramicist Claire Fowler, the latest designs are thrown with coloured stoneware clay that fires to a deep charcoal black. The final glaze reacts with the manganese in the clay to produce this homely mottled amber finish. Amber Glaze teapot, £90 (devolkitchens.co.uk)
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inspiration PAST PERFECT The golden eras of art deco and art nouveau inspired this exquisite bathroom that echoes its building’s illustrious heritage CANDY CRUSH A confection of delicate pastel hues, Victorian features and retro motifs creates a sweet scheme with a strong character LESS IS MORE Minimal materials – marble, oak, polished plaster and bronze – form the core of this ingeniously balanced spa-style design
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The cast-iron bath was supplied in a raw finish then painted on site to match the bespoke cabinetry
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The decoration of this bathroom in Malta’s landmark Balluta Buildings was always going to be heavily influenced by the property’s illustrious history. It is one of the few surviving examples of art nouveau architecture on the island and, when it was built in 1928, was revered as one of the largest and most luxurious apartment blocks in Europe. For the first apartment to undergo major renovation in recent years, the owners were keen to honour the building’s past, without creating a pastiche. A few mod cons, such as good water pressure and heating, were also welcomed. Local design studio Rebirth at Cuschieri Architects undertook intensive studies of the art deco era, in which the property was built, and the preceding art nouveau period that influenced its exterior design. The research informed this bathroom’s grand coffered ceiling, marble panelled walls and bespoke furniture. The large window at one end is elegantly dressed with floor-toceiling curtains in the softest grey, colour-matched to the marble. Drummonds fittings were chosen for their traditional design and grand proportions, which were essential to stop everything feeling Lilliputian against the room’s soaring height. Inspired by the classic French bateau, the imposing custom-painted Humber bath makes a striking focal point, while the Brushed Brass finish of the taps and cabinetry hardware provides a warm contrast amid the art deco-led monochrome palette. The bespoke vanity unit and adjoining tall cabinet provide ample storage for towels and toiletries, without taking up excessive floor space, and their black satin finish allows the beauty of the woodgrain to shine through – a signature art deco move. Harnessing the high impact of three-dimensional pattern, the geometric floor tiles give this bathroom a modern twist, along with underfloor heating, naturally.
need to know WHAT? The family bathroom in a three-bedroom 1920s apartment. WHERE? St Julian’s, Malta. WHO DESIGNED IT? Paul Cuschieri, architect and interior designer, and Malcolm Abela Sciberras, interior designer, partners at Rebirth at Cuschieri Architects. KEY FEATURES Humber bath with bespoke finish, from £3,570; Coll Lever bath and shower mixer with china handles on H-stand, from £2,376; Coll Lever basin taps with china handles, from
£1,170; Eden low-level WC suite with china handle and standard loo seat, from £2,406; five bar wall-mounted heated towel rail, from £2,502; Chessleton single wall lights with conical shades, from £474 each; rectangular tilt mirrors, from £828 each; large bath rack, from £582; single glass shelf, from £342, all in Brushed Brass finish, Drummonds. Similar flooring, Marvel Esagono Lappato Multicolour Cold porcelain floor tiles, £310sq m, Minoli. Find similar Carrara marble, £298sq m, at Lapicida
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The chic monochrome palette of the marble, cabinetry and flooring echoes art deco design
Brushed brass ďŹ ttings in perfect symmetry bring a sense of cohesion to the vanity area
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Strong, modern brushed brass taps are a fabulous counterpoint to the soft pastels A Victorian-style slipper bath fits snugly beneath the traditional sash window
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lacked storage. A bespoke vanity unit and built-in shelving solved the latter problem, while Ripples tracked down an elegantly shaped roll-top bath. Crucially, it is shorter than a standard tub, freeing up space for the double vanity. Ripples also enlightened Geraldine on the coordinating potential of custom finishes. The taps, towel rail and even wall light have been matched in the same brushed brass for a uniform look that’s nigh on impossible when shopping across brands. Designed by Geraldine and her architect Samuel Mead, and made by En Masse Bespoke Interiors, the vanity unit is topped with Caesarstone quartz and two Kast concrete basins. Originally wall-hung to enhance the sense of space, the unit was fitted with brass legs (custom matched, of course) at the last minute to allay safety concerns. This was a great call all round, as the legs help to tie the brushed brass elements together for a fun scheme with a sophisticated, ‘finished’ look.
need to know WHAT? The family bathroom in a fivebedroom Victorian terraced house. WHERE? North London. WHO DESIGNED IT? Homeowner Geraldine Tan with Ripples London. KEY FEATURES Hurlingham slipper bath, £1,995; Axor floor-standing bath and shower mixer in Brushed Brass, £3,360; 2 x Axor three-hole basin mixers with cross handles in Brushed Brass, £2,000 each; 2 x Kast concrete Arla basins, £1,452 each; Bisque towel radiator with Brushed Brass rail, £1,279; Ca’ Pietra Eye tiles in Duck Egg, £101.70sq m, all supplied by Ripples. Vanity unit, £3,000, made by En Masse Bespoke Interiors. Frozen Terra quartz top, £410sq m, Caesarstone. Pull Bar handles, £50 each, Buster & Punch. Bespoke legs (for vanity), £280, Urban Editions. Hayek Hex Blush tiles, £69.60sq m, Claybrook. Minton Hollins tiles in White, £101.78sq m, Topps Tiles. Bath painted in Antique Coral advance satin, £24.50 for 0.94ltr; walls painted in Orange Sorbet and Irish Mint aura bath & spa matte, £29 for 0.94ltr, all Benjamin Moore. Customised wall light, £162, Spark & Bell. Similar mirror, Fine Edge Arch mirror, £299, Heal’s
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Mint green and candy pink is a colour combo that never fails to raise a smile. That’s precisely why Geraldine Tan chose these peppy pastels when she joined forces with Ripples to revamp her family bathroom. As with the rest of her Insta-famous London home, which is all about bright, playful hues anchored by original Victorian features, she wanted this room to be colourful and happy. Ripples proved invaluable when it came to spatial design and product sourcing. No stranger to mixing and matching colours and patterns, Geraldine was confident with her choice of Ca’ Pietra’s encaustic Eye tiles in Duck Egg for the floor. Sourcing the exact shades of pink hexagon tiles and paint took plenty of samples and a bit more trial and error. Generous blocks of white – tiles, wall paint and woodwork – help to keep the scheme safely on the stylish side of sweet-shop chic. The former bathroom (beige, brown and uninspiring) sported a leaking bath and
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The egg-shaped bath, chosen for its striking form, has a matt composite ďŹ nish that is warm to the touch
The silver marble and oak veneer double vanity unit is teamed with a full-height mirror that is cleverly illuminated by concealed lighting
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Australia-based Conrad Architects approaches all its projects with the same degree of restraint, selecting materials that will improve with age. An exquisite case in point is this master en suite of a luxury apartment that shares a core palette throughout – namely silver-toned marble, natural oak, polished plaster and bronze detailing. The addition of rugged stone-look textured wall tiles gives this space its own identity; or rather, the identity of a spa-style hotel bathroom, which is what the owners – downsizers looking for low-maintenance, high-quality living – were seeking. Lead architect Paul Conrad is a firm believer that bathrooms should feel clean, without being clinical. Limiting the number of materials in this scheme achieves cleanliness, while the warming tones provided by the aged bronze fittings and oak vanity ensure an inviting feel. The layout was planned to make a focal point of the bath, and to conceal the shower and WC. As you enter the room from the bedroom or the walk-in wardrobes, the freestanding bath is the key visual element in the space. Centred on the textured wall, its crisp, sculptural shape draws attention away from the shower access to the left and WC to the right. Opting for glass doors rather than open entry to these two areas creates a subtle sense of separation that makes the main part of the bathroom feel more connected to the bedroom, a visual link that is further enhanced by the wall-hung double vanity unit. Featuring the same custom-stained oak veneer that has been used in the bedroom, the silver marble-topped piece is modelled on a luxurious dressing table. As bronze is a key finish throughout the apartment, it was the natural choice for the brassware. The minimalist handle and spout of the tap design brings the aged bronze finish up to date, and meets Conrad Architects’ pared-back aesthetic perfectly.
need to know WHAT? The master en suite in a four-bedroom new-build apartment. WHERE? The suburbs of Melbourne, Australia. WHO DESIGNED IT? Paul Conrad, Conrad Architects. KEY FEATURES For a similar countertop, try Light Emperador marble, £288sq m, Lapicida. Similar basin unit, Cubik basin unit, from £1,306.80, Alternative Bathrooms. Similar bath, Picasso
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Stone resin freestanding bath, from £1,295, Lusso. Similar brassware: Loft floorstanding bath spout LOF31, from £933; Zen two-hole wall-mounted basin set ZEF09, from £766; Zen wall-mounted hand shower set ZEN43, from £679, all in Oil Rubbed Bronze, The Watermark Collection. Limestone Blazed wall tiles in Clay £126sq m; Limestone Honed floor tiles in Clay, £106.80 sq m, both Cotto D’Este
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Limestone-effect wall tiles bring an essential note of texture to the scheme, creating contrast with the other materials
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The sleek shower area is cleverly concealed behind this stud wall
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bathroom shopping colourf ul basins Add a splash of personality to your scheme with these bright beauties
Cielo Elle Ovale ceramic basin in Polvere, £1,348, CP Hart
Roma roll-top ceramic basin in Yellow, from £1,710, Aston Matthews
Drop crystal basin in Red, £973.20, Glass Design
Kast Flor double concrete basin in Forest, £3,000, Ripples
Radford 51 Quarrycast stone resin basin in Light Pink gloss, £870, Victoria + Albert
Luna concrete basin in Ember, £1,908, West One Bathrooms
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5205 shower rose in Gold, £245.28, Perrin & Rowe
statement showerheads Grand designs for a luxurious experience – let it pour Grand shower rose and wall-mounted arm in Brass, £1,068, Drummonds
Harbour Status fixed ceiling showerhead in Matt Black, £69.98, Drench BagnoSpa modular water column showerhead in Chrome, £604, BagnoDesign
Union round showerhead in Brushed Brass, £349, Crosswater
Rainfinity 250 3jet shower with wall connector in Matt White, from £1,568, Hansgrohe
Brooklyn Deluge showerhead in Pewter, £1,388.20, The Watermark Collection
ShowerSolutions 300 1jet shower with arm in Chrome, £1,530, Axor
square basin mixers Deliver geometric detail to your bathroom with these chic angles
(Clockwise from top left) Edge single lever 280 basin mixer in Polished Gold Optic, £1,488, Axor. MPRO Industrial three-hole basin set in Unlacquered Brushed Brass, £399, Crosswater. Sleek basin mixer in Rose Gold, £235, Frontline. Notion Slimline mono basin mixer in Brushed Black, £375, Vado. Allure Brilliant M-Size basin mixer in Hard Graphite, £1,052, Grohe. Dornbracht FIL single lever basin mixer in Matt Black, £528.54, CP Hart
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slick towel radiators Warm up to these wonderful classic and contemporary styles
The Mercantile arched ladder towel rail in Silver Nickel, £4,680, Catchpole & Rye
Float towel rail in Satin Brass Lacquered, £1,889, West One Bathrooms
Swale heated towel rail in Metallic Black, £815, Frontline
Wedge towel warmer in Metallic Black Matte, £299, Crosswater
Cygnus Harmonique towel rail in Chrome and White, £752, Vogue UK
Trendy towel warmer in Quartz, £869, Aestus
SuiteArt towel warmer in Polished Chrome, £1,800, The Sterlingham Co
Buckingham towel radiator in Polished Brass, £1,621.20, Bisque
Dulwich Black traditional towel radiator, £269, The Heating Co at Victoria Plum
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f lush bathroom lights Low ceiling? No problem. Look up to these surface-hugging designs
Saint LED flush bathroom light in Opal, £58, John Lewis & Partners
Barclay flush large light in Antique Brass, £86.40, Där Lighting
Brackley flush ceiling light in Brushed Nickel, £245, Christopher Wray
Martine flush ceiling light in Unlacquered Brass with Onyx diffuser, £1,049, Waterworks
Dome flush ceiling light in Brass, £70, Houseof
The Derwent flush ceiling light in Polished Nickel, £990, Drummonds
Gladstone flush fitting light in Antiqued Brass, £239, Jim Lawrence
Södersvik LED ceiling lamp in Chrome Look, £65, Ikea
Carnaby Sunset ceramic tile, £46.80sq m, Mandarin Stone
3D tiles From smooth contours to woven mosaics – top choices for a textural finish
Clay Atelier Pyramided glazed terracotta tile, £372.55sq m, Artisans of Devizes
4D Chevron porcelain tile in Blue, £94.80sq m, Lapicida
Rilievi Pattern 1 Décor porcelain tile in Matt Blue, £156 per tile, Domus
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Marble-effect Matt Wave Decor ceramic tile in Grey, £14.99sq m, Total Tiles
Palio Dome Mosaic limestone tile, £199.32sq m, Fired Earth
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WOW Fiore ceramic tiles in Ice White Matt, £180sq m, Stone & Ceramic Warehouse
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Curve appeal In the mood for some spa-style indulgence? This centrepiece 150cm-diameter Taizu bath is ideal for a long soak. Made from Quarrycast stone resin, it is soft to the touch and available in a spectrum of colours with a gloss or matt finish. From £4,800 (vandabaths.com)
While a matt black tap packs a punch, the super-sleek D1e goes a step further with a smart, safe temperature display. £3,090 (duravit.co.uk) GO WITH THE GRAIN Get the look of timber in your bathroom minus the practical drawbacks with luxury vinyl flooring by Karndean. Thanks to clever technology, it mimics the intricate grain of wood but is highly durable, waterproof and low-maintenance. Shown is Classic Oak from the Van Gogh collection, which spans effects from White Washed Oak to Walnut and Ebony. From £37.99sq m (karndean.com)
GOLDEN MOMENT Designed to look like wallpaper, but with the waterresistant, durable and hygienic benefits of ceramic, these large-scale wall slabs in delicately glistening gold will bring sophisticated glamour to a shower room. Peacock slabs, £1,316sq m (devon-devon.com)
Raising the bar When only the exact shade will do, radiator specialist Bisque can colour-match a range of its models – fabulous if you want to coordinate your heating unit with paint from a popular brand such as Farrow & Ball, Little Greene or Mylands, or complement the hue of a bath, basin or tap. The Balmoral towel radiator shown has been matched to F&B’s Calamine. From £1,529 (bisque.co.uk)
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Hotel style Brook ma ns by Sma llbone has garnered high praise for its new kitchen collection, but our heads have also been turned by its stylish furniture pieces, including this bathroom vanity unit. Beautifully handcrafted, the contemporary cabinetry is made from robust oakveneered board, topped in chic New Marquina marble. Channelling a dark and moody vibe, it would not look out of place in a boutique hotel. Hudson vanity cabinet, £1,500; Hudson medicine cabinet, £870 (brookmans.co.uk)
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GOOD ALL-ROUNDER Paris-based designer Arik Levy has created a new bathroom collection in collaboration with VitrA. Voyage is a system of versatile pieces that can be combined to suit different spaces. It includes storage units that can be hung vertically or horizontally, with a good variety of size, depth and colour options, plus contemporary basins. Prices on request (vitra.co.uk)
Matki has taken frameless shower design to a new level with the launch of its curved EauZone Plus Radius-20 enclosure. Engineered from a single sheet of 10mm-thick safety glass, it has a softened edge for a refined finish. The enclosure is available in a range of sizes, with the door hinged from a panel or wall. From £3,100 (matki.co.uk)
West One Bathrooms has a new showroom in London’s Clerkenwell, focusing on luxury brands from around the globe. (westonebathrooms.com)
Pretty in pink For soft-glam style, look no further than this Casini freestanding bath in palest pink Satin Rose from BC Designs. Cast in Cian solid surface material in a single piece, it has an elegant silhouette with a slim rim and silk matt finish. £3,500 (bcdesigns.co.uk)
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A classic pedesta l basin gets a revamp in high-shine black ceramic for the new Jet collection from Burlington. Here it’s teamed with golden accents for a look of modern opulence. Jet Edwardian 560mm basin with pedestal, £798 ( burling ton bathrooms.com)
A particularly beautiful design, the Brace wall light in a choice of finishes is IP44 rated for bathroom use. From £1,380 (bertfrank.co.uk)
JUNGLE FEVER Maximalism hits the bathroom – these Toucan Ocre Décor ceramic mural tiles from Lapicida can be used to create a tropicalthemed wall in the shower, behind a statement bath or above a coloured basin. £394.80sq m (lapicida.com)
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q&a with john pawson Carrara marble bath and basin, prices on request; bath filler, £1,472; thermostatic bath set, £1,843; basin mixer, £720, all John Pawson by COCOON at CP Hart (cphart.co.uk)
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enow ned a rch itect Joh n Pawson is k now n for the quiet beauty and simplicity of his work . He has recently created a bathroom collection, John Pawson by COCOON, available exclusively from CP Hart, and showcased in a specially created space at the London Waterloo showroom. What inspired you to create the collection? When I lived in Japan, I admired the ritualistic approach to bathing – the traditional bath in the evening to relax and prepare yourself for bed. And taking the time, even for just a few seconds, before you splash water on your face or wash your hands can be meditative, and make you feel different when the moment has passed. How do you approach bathroom design? I enjoy the feeling of space in any room, including the bathroom. It’s
a visceral thing – a beautiful space affects you physically and emotionally. I’m caref ul about the layout and proportions, and the use of materials. Here, we used a palette of just four materials: the bath and floorstanding basin are honed from single pieces of Carrara marble, the floor is solid timber, the walls are coated in polished plaster, and the taps and shower fittings are made from high-grade stainless steel. The atmosphere is restful. The walls are plain except for two simple mirrors – why? Empty walls free up the eye and create that feeling of space. Mirror is essential in a bathroom, and here it is used in a simple, strong way. The mirrors have been positioned at right angles to each other, so mirror is reflected in mirror – showing a different aspect of the space.
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