Cushions: intricate patterning

CUSHION OBSESSION

Left The Mizumi collection by Black Edition was the result of a collaboration with Japanese artist Katsutoshi Yuasa. The collection explores time-honoured Japanese printmaking practices where traditional and contemporary techniques are combined. Katsutoshi created intricate woodcut prints methodically crafted with small carving tools and then used a manual printing method to create his artwork. The contemporary and richly colourful collection embodies texture with opulent velvets, elegant linens and indulgent jacquard weaves. Black Edition is available from Cortidea on the Mijas Road and in Urbanización Marbella Real (www.cortidea.es) and Alison Bethell-Collins Interior Design in Avenida del Mediterráneo, San Pedro de Alcántara (www.alisonbethellcollins.com).

Below Left The stunning new Landscape cushion cover from Zara Home is made from 100 per cent cotton and comes in two different sizes (www.zarahome.com).

Below These new 100 per cent French flax cushion covers from Tell Me More are made from soft stonewashed linen with a small decorative stitched edging, and they come in an array of different colours. Available from Avoi in La Mairena or buy online at www.avoi.eu.

Opposite Page The new multi-coloured Ellipse fabric by Jane Churchill features elements of soft and relaxing velvets, as well as tactile and textured weaves offering a playful pattern, ideal for the summer. Available from Alison Bethell-Collins Interior Design in Avda. del Mediterráneo, San Pedro de Alcántara (www.alisonbethellcollins.com).

MODERN CLASSIC WITH A TOUCH OF FUN

INTERVIEW WITH THERESE LINDBERG, CO-FOUNDER OF DIANA DOMINIQUE INTERIORS

Tell us about Diana Dominique… Diana Dominique is the upgraded and refined result of merging three longterm companies in the interior sector. We decided to come together and combine our skills and assets into an exciting new brand. With Diana Dominique we have created a platform that brings together all aspects of interior and exterior design, including reformations, architecture, sourcing and international logistics, under the one roof. Most importantly, we wanted to do this while still staying open to both professional and end-clients through our Atelier and stores. After a period of construction, the first 500 square metres of our new showroom is now open for business and a further 200 square metres is currently under construction.

What is special about your showroom? First of all, we are of course happy about the distinct style that is Diana Dominique. I would describe it as an elegant modern classic, with a fun twist. The look is achieved with a large selection of brands from all over the world (some exclusive to us), in-house designs and an excellent combination of minds. The shop features a great range of furniture and décor, fabrics, wallpapers and rugs. Our assistants go out of their way to help clients source that one perfect chair. At the bar we invite designers and clients to have a coffee or a drink and browse our stock at leisure. There is a co-working station for freelance designers looking to benefit from our portfolio of suppliers and craftsmen. We believe that the willingness to share and cooperate with the market is really important for maintaining the dynamics and fun of the whole process. Down the road we have another two warehouses full of ready-to-collect stock, making us a particularly interesting place for those in a hurry. We always carry a good selection of Swedish beds as well as international accessories, rugs and furniture ready for same-day delivery. What is your key philosophy when it comes to decorating? We have the benefit of working in a town with many talented decorating companies. I think all of us would answer more or less the same. We want to meet and exceed the expectations of our clients with quality, service and accuracy – and of course a great design! Furthermore we go a long way towards properly getting to know our clients and their tastes, enabling us to adapt our look to their vision. Ultimately, decorating should be a joyful experience, whether it is commercial or private. Bringing together the project by understanding the client, the location, the ambition and the budget is the key. It is also what we love to do.

Where do you see the future for Diana Dominique? We are grateful to be growing and are constantly on the lookout for new talent to join our team. The goal this year is for another store to open in the area, and we are currently negotiating a couple of international locations. A parallel team is working on a really interesting webshop to take our products further afield. The sky’s the limit. Meanwhile, I would love to welcome everybody to visit us and have some fun. If you want to design a special cushion, find a perfect table or design the house of your dreams, we are there to help. Diana Dominique Atelier is open Monday to Friday from 10am to 7pm, but we are happy to see you outside of hours by appointment.

Diana Dominique Interiors Pol. Ind. Nueva Campana 54, Marbella Tel. (+34) 663 568 988 info@dianadominique.com www.dianadominique.com