The Art Of Design - Issue 2 2013

Issue 2 - 2013 ÂŁ4.25

Interiors | Fashion | Lifestyle | Luxury Homes

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David Gill Galleries announces new show of sculptures

by Barnaby Barford entitled Seven Deadly Sins in February 2013

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The Seven Deadly Sins runs from 27 February to 12 April 2013 at David Gill St James’s, 2-4 King Street, London SW1Y 6PQ www.davidgillgalleries.com Known for his controversial re-modelling of traditional ceramic a new form of ceramic subversion with his latest project, The Seven Deadly Sins, which will be on show at David Gill Gallery in London from 27 February – 12 April 2013.

bearing the faces of porn stars. representing the ‘nothingness’ of inertia. Pride, the largest of the mirrors, allows the viewer to see themselves as a potential Avarice, representing a love of money, is made with porcelain Sterling, Euro, Dollar etc.

Each of the seven ‘sins’ takes the form of a mirror. Human in scale, there is nothing modest about these works which have

Finally, Wrath expresses the violent impact of hatred administered from a distance in the form of an explosion.

perception in terms of form and message.

The initial response is to marvel at their beauty and delight at the intricate detail which has gone into the construction

posing the question: Are sins a plague upon the social order or the grease that turns its wheels? At what point does

interpretation of sin: Pride, Avarice, Gluttony, Envy, Lust, Sloth and Wrath.

perfectly understandable impulse?

However, when seen close up, the visual message can be foliage made of porcelain or ceramic, some bearing the patina of images loaded with emotional, sometimes distasteful, messages. For example, Gluttony carries images of fast food and takeaway menus, Envy uses photographs of the London

Barford’s view is that sin is ‘love gone wrong’, adding that, ‘our insatiable appetite is the cause of so many of our problems.’

in the UK, and exhibited internationally.

David Gill Galleries, 2-4 King Street, (corner of Duke Street), St James’s, London, SW1Y 6QL www.davidgillgalleries.com

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Editors Choice

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Contents

Issue 2 - 2013 6 - 8 Editors Choice 10 Art & Sculpture 10 - 16 Bathrooms & Kitchens 16 - 18 Beds & Bedding 19 Ceilings, Walls & Partitions 20 Concrete & Stonework 21 Design Building 24 - 27 Doors, Windows & Fittings

Haro P58

28 - 29 Fabrics & Textiles

gpstudio P56

32 - 33 Floors & Flooring 34 - 42 Furniture 43 - 44 Glass & Glazing 45 Heating & Ventilation 47 - 54 Lighting & Electrical

Sanindusa P12

54 Lifestyle

Editor: Rebecca Keating

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Tel: 01843 864138 Email: rebecca@theartofdesignmagazine.com

Cover Story Issue 2 - 2013 £4.25

Interiors | Fashion | Lifestyle | Luxury Homes

GPStudio completed flagship store

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The Sculpture House marazzidesign.com

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marazzidesign.com see where inspirational design takes you Can a kitchen have a soul? If you look at the designs of Paul Marazzi, the answer may be yes.

Marazzi’s passion for design began a new approach to creating bespoke kitchens that are not only functional but also provide a focal point for a contemporary home.

Small wonder why, ten years after Marazzi Design company’s inception, it won the Best of the Best International Design Europe Award 2010.

Read more on page 14

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Editors Choice Designs in plasterboard

Tile: Stacked Pebble

V-Cut curved, recessed, L, U and and new build schedules. They are available in a choice of thicknesses and angles and cut using CNC equipment which can remove plaster down to the board’s facing. Supplied

Colour: PM Antique White

they can save as much as 60% on installation time. At the £12.6m Apex City of London Hotel, the design brief was to achieve a luxurious interior so used to create niches for beds and TVs and bulkheads and troughs for concealed lighting. www.vcut.co.uk

admire Stand back and admire the effect!

Island Stone’s Stacked Pebble uses the side edge of the pebble as the feature profile to create a stylish, contemporary look.

The ‘Super Home’ is Reborn ! Asetti unveil the new $150 Million ‘James Bond’ Home.

The Asetti Design Group unveils its spectacular new ‘James Bond Home’

Tile : Stacked Pebble Colour: PM Antique White

T +44 0800 083 9351 | www.islandstone.co.uk

James Bond movies, the home covers thousands of square metres. The design is sensational with features such as tropical lagoon pools, waterfalls,

© Island Stone International Ltd, 2008.

dome with bars and living areas, luxury accommodation and spiral staircases. you got the money, Asetti have the imagination. Contact them at: chris@asetti. com www.thailandhousedesigns.com

Project Sypnosis: Finally down come the boards and in go the Clement windows!

“The design objectives were to replicate the original windows. This was achieved to the satisfaction of the Client, the Architect and the Planners. Clement succeeded in quality and programme. We have learnt that some companies can achieve what they promise!”

Peter Martin, Site Manager, Quarmby Construction.

Opposite the railway station in Leeds City Square is the Majestic. An Developers Rushbond plc have acquired the building to create prime leisure accommodation and also a feature roof top external trading area. www.clementwindows.co.uk

Chic plastic seating . . Great in or outdoors . .

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Press Release from JJOplc eco kitchens ups the Tempo

Press Information

Press Release from JJOplc eco kitchens ups the Tempo eco kitchens Tempo Aragon Oak eco kitchens

Tempo Aragon Oak

Offering its dealers the broadest spectrum of style at an affordable price has always been a pivotal feature of

JJO Plc’s eco kitchens range. As befits a successful British manufacturer, there is no shortage in the catalogue of what would be considered ‘British’ kitchens, designed to appeal to middle England and complement the

unique architecture and dimensions of British homes. But eco kitchens is also renowned for its affordable

NEW BETTEFLOOR SIDE - FLUSH TO FLOOR SHOWER AREA WITH SIDE OUTLET BETTE has created a new version of its award-

interpretations of all that’s best in continental kitchen design and its latest launch, Tempo, is poised to appeal

to aspirational home owners who value cutting edge looks and modernity coupled with the creative freedom to

combine colours and textures.

Unashamedly ‘European’ in its styling, Tempo is built around a choice of five rich grain doors from Egger.

The available finishes are Aragon Oak, Grey Brown Avola, Driftwood, Grey Bardolino Oak and Coco Bolo.

These may be combined with units in either ‘Stone Grey’ or eco’s popular ‘Image’ gloss doors to lend interest,

contrast and continental ambience to the kitchen.

eco kitchens Tempo Aragon Oak

Offering its dealers the broadest spectrum of style at an affordable price has always been a pivotal feature of

JJO Plc’s eco kitchens range. As befits a successful British manufacturer, there is no shortage in the catalogue of what would be considered ‘British’ kitchens, designed to appeal to middle England and complement the

unique architecture and dimensions of British homes. But eco kitchens is also renowned for its affordable

interpretations of all that’s best in continental kitchen design and its latest launch, Tempo, is poised to appeal

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to aspirational home owners who value cutting edge looks and modernity coupled with the creative freedom to

combine colours and textures.

Unashamedly ‘European’ in its styling, Tempo is built around a choice of five rich grain doors from Egger.

The available finishes are Aragon Oak, Grey Brown Avola, Driftwood, Grey Bardolino Oak and Coco Bolo.

These may be combined with units in either ‘Stone Grey’ or eco’s popular ‘Image’ gloss doors to lend interest,

contrast and continental ambience to the kitchen.

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idet toilet seats are nothing new, having been in widespread use for many years in the Far East where they are simply another piece of household equipment. All hotels and public buildings in Japan are fitted with them as are millions of homes. But until six years ago none were approved for connection to the water supply in this country.

In 2005 PDS Hygiene saw the potential of bidet toilet seats. The main challenge was the important matter of compliance with British water regulations that require backflow protection for all sanitary equipment that is to be connected to the public water supply.

PDS Hygiene carried out the design and development work necessary to obtain the approval of the water regulators.

WRAS (Water Regulations Advisory Scheme) approval was obtained in late 2006 and Bio Bidet was introduced into the UK in September 2007.

Bio Bidet fits most conventional toilet pans, simply taking the place of the original toilet seat. Specialist

commissioning is not required; it is ready for immediate use and if the users move home, it can move with them. It is a toilet seat, a bidet and a dryer all in one and by definition a brilliant space saver.

Bio Bidet allows users to wash and blow-dry themselves while remaining seated after finishing on the toilet.

Touch buttons on a control panel enable them to activate and adjust the variable settings to suit their personal preferences for temperature and pressure-controlled washing and blowdrying operations. Economy settings minimise power usage while ensuring, with the aid of the system’s memory, that

Bio Bidet is always ready for use.

There are two models available: BB-800 Prestige and BB-1000 Supreme. BB-800 has a fixed control panel on the side of the seat while BB-1000 has a remote control unit and the added feature of a deodoriser.

Tel: 01603 426 700 E-mail: info@pdshygiene.com Web: www.pdshygiene.com

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Sanindusa can be found in the bathrooms of Fletcher Hotel Amsterdam

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The recently inaugurated Fletcher Hotel Amsterdam in Holland is equipped with materials of the Portuguese brand Sanindusa.

This futuristic hotel, with a svelte 60 metre high silhouette and a diameter of 24 metres, has a façade all made of glass and the signature of the Benthem Crouwel architecture studio.

Like the hotel itself, the bathrooms have the particular aspect of being round. The products chosen to integrate the bathing spaces, of this 4-star hotel, were the suspended sanitary facilities of the CITY line, the WCA washstands and originals, the BLOK wash-stands, the Tube line of brassware and the LUXE line hotel accessories.

In a press release the company states that “we are very proud to be able to add this hotel too with unique features to its vast portfolio which already has some major work not only in the hotel business but also in other categories.�

The Fletcher Hotel Amsterdam is located 20 minutes away from the city centre and the dining room allows you to see the panoramic views of Amsterdam.

Sanindusa T. +351 234 940 250 F. +351 234 940 266 sanindusa@sanindusa.pt www.sanindusa.pt www.tec.sanindusa.pt

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Can a kitchen have a soul? If you look at the designs of Paul Marazzi, the answer may be yes. Marazzi’s passion for design began a new approach to creating bespoke kitchens that are not only functional but also provide a focal point for a contemporary home. Small wonder why, ten years after Marazzi Design company’s inception, it won the Best of the Best International Design Europe Award 2010.

Drawing on his Italian heritage, Marazzi developed a philosophy based on understanding artisans’ techniques of the past, then reinterpreting them using modern engineering and technology. the result is beautiful products and spaces that are wholly custom made for clients.

These bespoke kitchens have become part of a repertoire of cutting-edge rooms that belong to a long list of satisfied owners. But the Marazzi library of work stands out not only for its unique design and innovation but also for its ability to influence the lifestyles of those who experience his kitchens. Marazzi feels that “a kitchen should have a soul and presence, transforming a room into an emotional experience, a celebration of family life and convivial living”. Marazzi likes working with fluid shapes inspired by nature.

They allow him to do something very creative and individual, and they are peoplefriendly — no hard angles or corners to bump into, no rigid lines to conform to. “fluid shapes and organic and sensual designs have now become something of a trademark for me,” he says. Such concepts reveal an understanding of a client’s needs — not only in his preferred design and materials, but also in his lifestyle. So Marazzi adapts each design to take account of how the client likes to use and move around his kitchen. He turns his clients’ requirements into individual solutions that elevate the cook’s enjoyment and comfort in preparing dishes at home.

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A clue as to why a Marazzi kitchen is so special is seen in the Colosseo Oro, a limited edition series of 10 individually engineered kitchens presented in September 2011 at the 100% Design Show at Earl’s court, london.

Based on the Best of the Best Award winning Colosseo design, the Oro is a refined, no-expense-spared version, which includes newly developed composite materials that form smooth radius central ‘island’ units. Metallic chameleon lacquer emphasises the dramatic curves, giving depth and definition to the surface.

Finishes include 24-carat gold leaf.

The Colosseo’s ‘no compromise’ futuristic design extends to four metres in diameter, removing the confining planes of wall-facing kitchens. It is a detached, fully integrated island with appliances positioned around the cook, ensuring that everything is close at hand. The circular design complements the natural twisting ergonomic movements of the body while preparing food. The outer circle of the island is a special area that invites friends and family to sit and chat while the chef whips up the meal, or just allows one to

immerse in the enjoyment of one of the most impressive kitchens in the world.

Other finishes include crocodile embossed leather, metallic gloss chameleon lacquer, Swarovski crystal lights and Venetian inked gold glass. Appliances are by renowned manufacturers from around the world — Zaha taps, a collaboration between architect Zaha hadid and triflow concepts; Sub-Zero refrigeration and wine storage systems; ovens, hobs and warming drawers from Wolf ovens; Max fire custom-made steel extraction systems with boiled and chilled water delivered via gold plated Zip hydro taps. fisher and paykel make the drawer dishwashers, and worktops are sculpted by hi-MAcS@Solid Surface.

The hallmarks of a Paul Marazzi kitchen can be seen in their bold vision, refined engineering and cutting-edge composites and materials. Add to this craftsmanship, bespoke design and practicality and it’s easy to see why the company has a growing client list and enjoys accolades from all over the world. And why many of his kitchens are now the favourite nook in the house.

Finishes include:

Crocodile Embossed Leather, Matallic Gloss Chameleon Lacquer, Swarovski Crystal Lights and Venetian Inked Gold Glass.

www.marazzidesign.com sales@marazzidesign.com

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Bathrooms & Kitchens TREND – Stunning Quartz Worksurfaces from Compac from COMPAC involving a new design approach - adding magic and alchemy to create a totally unique collection - warm and friendly, where simplicity and purity are its hallmarks.

The TREND collection, COMPAC believe, is ecologically superior in its the market and has been designed for healthy living - where colour and texture contribute to an equilibrate feeling.

COMPAC UK T: 0208 564 9377 E: London@compac.es www.compac.es Recycled Glass Black Worktop Is The New Star In the kitchen, black is the new black for worktops, according to makeover specialist, Granite Transformations. Although earthen tones seemed to be gaining in popularity last year, black worktops have had a strong renaissance, with recycled glass worktop Black Star now clocking up 23% of all Granite Transformations’ sales. What’s more, black worktops in general also proving particularly popular.

For a preview of all worktop materials and to check out the nearest showroom, go to www.granitetransformations.co.uk or telephone 0800 822 3410.

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Here at Moonraker Beds we passionately believe in quality and service and our current product range encompasses our beliefs. Since the company’s inception in 2003 we have grown into an important player within the UK and overseas contract market.

We proudly supply our range of divan beds and mattresses to many major hotel operators across Britain offering a diverse range of products to meet every requirement. Unlike many of our competitors we are prepared to go “the extra mile” for our clients. Aside from the regular sizes we have the capability of manufacturing a whole host of special size bespoke products to meet individual project requirements.

With every item manufactured to order here in Wiltshire we have full control of production and quality and, despite offering a huge breadth of product, we deliver FAST. We are renowned for offering one of the fastest lead times in the UK bed industry.

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By Asetti “A 5 star design service. Simply the best at what they do” Calendar Magazine 2012

In the movie world, the words ‘Diamonds are Forever’ are synonymous with the ‘luxury theme’ of James Bond. In the architectural world, the same can be said about Homes designed by ‘Asetti’. If you genuinely appreciate luxury and want a fabulous, unique home, then these are the guys to talk to. Asetti are to ‘Super Homes’ what Jon Bannenberg or Tim Heywood are to ‘Super Yachts’.

It was early in 2010 when ‘Asetti’ blasted onto the design world out there. Formed by creative founder Chris, Asetti gathered together some of the most exciting new talent available.

Their winning combination of professional architects and a highly creative founder, culminate in some of best home designs the world has to offer. One of the team was even instrumental in designing the famous Mandarin Oriental ‘Dhara Devi’ hotel in Chiang Mai, Thailand. One of the top hotels in the world. They have designed casino projects, eco and a whole plethora of fabulous developments.

Asetti’s latest ‘Super Home’ is still under development but is James Bond House is a home the word ‘Wow’ was surely created for. This has got to be on every billionaire’s wish list.

Just imagine the ‘Asetti’ home with a 100 metre super yacht, moored out on a private island hideaway ! Inspired by the villains hideouts in the James Bond movies and combined with the rich creative ideas of Chris and the Asetti team, this who better to do it then Asetti; hailing from Thailand, the land of smiles, Buddhist principles and backdrop to the James Bond movie ‘Man with The Golden Gun.’ Can’t wait to see Asetti are like no one else and offer a truly unique design experience. If you seek cool, spectacular design, awesome luxury and someone to design that dream project of yours... then Asetti are the guys for you. Why not send them an may well end up amazed. Welcome to the world of Asetti Design.

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Why not call us and be pleasantly surprised by our expert service and amazing value Doors of Distinction are delighted to announce their new range from ‘Lebo’ doors & frames from Germany.

Not only does the portfolio offer an incredible array of choice, from the traditional to the contemporary, The perfect answer to both design and function.

We have ‘Lebo’ doors and frames on display in our Devon and Dorset showrooms.

Doors of Distinction Ltd Dorset - 63 - 91 Cobham Road - Ferndown - Dorset - BH21 7QF - Tel: 01202 872211 Devon - 1 & 10, The Old Sawmills - Hawkerland Road - Colaton Raleigh - Devon - EX10 0HP - Tel: 01395 568400 www.doorsofdistinction.co.uk

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Doors,Windows & Fittings

Ahmarra Door Solutions launches the Artisan Panel Door Collection Guns and Roses are the latest designs from Philip Watts.

Specialist door manufacturer, Ahmarra has launched Powermatic® concealed door closers have become the designer’s favourite for creating attractive

Gun is a giant 1.8m statement entrance handle.

Rose is smaller, but no less impressive, at 600mm.

Both shown here in cast aluminium, they can also be appearance, ambience and comfort are paramount. produced cast in solid brass and bronze, with antique Fitting neatly between the door and frame, Powermatic® is totally concealed when the door These handles are part of the new range of rock is closed and has none of the unsightly control n roll ironmongery inspired by iconic tattoos and arms and boxes that come with other door closers, unsurprisingly all things rock n roll!

For other creative architectural ironmongery visit the ensuring that nothing interferes with the appearance of the door or interior and creating a more relaxed, web site or call for the new 2013 brochure. less institutionalised, ambience.

Contact details.

Powermatic has been used at The Savoy, Hilton hotels, Café Royal, the Shell building and many other Philip Watts Design prestigious projects throughout the world.

Unit 11: Byron Industrial Estate Arnold Nottingham NG5 7ER T: +44 (0) 115 926 9756 F: +44(0) 115 920 5395 www.philipwattsdesign.com

Samuel Heath & Sons plc Leopold Street, Birmingham B12 0UJ Tel: 0121 766 4200 Fax: 0121 772 3334 E Mail: sales@samuel-heath.com www.perko-powermatic.co.uk

the luxury housing market.

The new Artisan brochure showcases the full range and includes useful information on design and performance options.

Tim Doran, Managing Director said “We have been making doors for customers who appreciate quality for over 20 years and we have selected our most successful panel door designs for our Artisan range.

The aim of this brochure is to simplify the design decision for our customers and the whole range can be individually tailored to complement any interior design.”

Ahmarra has worked with leading building contractors, architects and interior designers to complete a range of outstanding projects. These cover all sectors including hotel, airport, commercial, health, education, heritage, leisure and luxury homes.

To view or download the new Artisan brochure, please visit www.ahmarra.co.uk

SLIDER L IS A SMOOTH OPERATOR

TECTUS – “Winning” Hinges

Hinge specialists Salice, have augmented their product offering, with classleading co planar sliding door solutions that offer smooth, silent and highquality performance in all situations.

Over 5,000 SIMONSWERK award winning TECTUS hinges, model TE 528 3D venue, primarily in corridor areas to ensure harmonised aesthetics for athletes by concealing all the electrical ducting and service piping behind jib door

Within the range, the Slider L coplanar sliding mechanism can be used for door sizes up to 2000mm in width and 3000mm height, and of weights up to 100kg.

TECTUS hinges are completely hidden from view and provide perfect The Slider L is one of a family of coplanar mechanisms that are suitable for use within a wide range of furniture production, including bedrooms, kitchens and modern living room designs.

With technical reliability and exclusive design, Slider L is a preferred choice for designers, architects and manufacturers keen to incorporate innovative and modern furniture designs, which maximise space and storage, without compromising on style.

For further information on the Salice product range please telephone 01480 413831, email info.salice@saliceuk.co.uk or visit SALICE online at www.saliceuk.co.uk

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“Less roof, more sky!”

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Fabrics & Textiles

Contempo is part of the new Collection 3 range of upholstery leathers from CrestJMT Leather which combine careful selection of raw materials from around the world to produce six great value ranges, each with their own unique look and characteristics, to give customers a far greater choice of quality.

This new range is ideal for customers who are looking for high quality, great value, hard-wearing leathers that are perfect for many types of applications.

Sourcing Inspiration

We work with a large number of interior designers, curtain makers, contractors,

Contempo will give a good cutting yield and have excellent durability. This type of leather offers excellent light fastness, stain resistance and has outstanding durability.

This range is a perfect contract leather as it meets with the high technical standards required in this sector and will maintain its appearance at the same time making it suitable for all types of commercial applications.

Further information can be found on our website: www.crestjmtleather.co.uk or call 01706 643 121 for a brochure.

Browse the latest collections on-line - all major designer names Over 75,000 images of fabrics, wallpapers, trimmings and paint Competitive pricing Create on line moodboards and order samples Superior but well priced making up service for curtains, blinds etc

www.kingdominteriors.co.uk 01684 291037

Rosetta from Borderline Fabrics is a truly beautiful design.

It consists of our favourite flowers, roses and tulips, in a full blown summer profusion of colour and shape.

Printed onto soft 100% linen and available in two colour ways.

Visit the studio or website to view our eclectic collection of fabrics.

Borderline Studio 013 Worlds End Studios 132-134, Lots Road London SW10 0RJ 020 7349 7196 www.borderlinefabrics.com

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The Sophina Collection is a group of beautiful sumptuous silks including damasks, stripes, sheers, brocades, embroideries and satins.

This co-ordinated collection is suitable for curtains, draperies and light upholstery.

Matching tie-backs and trimmings are available to order.

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MAKERS www.contemporarymakers.com

A Selling Exhibition CUBE Gallery Manchester 15th-25th May 2013

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Exciting New Event!

MAKERS is the only contemporary design craft exhibition in the North that is dedicated to the highest quality items for interiors. It is welcomed by design-orientated thinkers who will now be able to access design of the highest calibre on their own turf.

Imaginative Furniture, Glassware, Ceramics, Metalwork, Soft furnishings, Lighting and Wall Installations that embody an uncompromising quest for beauty as well as function for both residential and corporate spaces.

A chance to see, buy, collect or commission the highest quality interiors products from skilled craftspeople creating unique innovations made to a level that few other countries can replicate. latest work by members of the Northern Contemporary Furniture Makers, professional designer-makers, all based in the North, who aim to support each other and celebrate the excellence of 21st Century design.

High End not High Street.

“CUBE Gallery is one of Europe’s most exciting art, architecture and design centres, dedicated to broadcasting the ideas and issues that lie behind the buildings, spaces and cultural networks that make up our built environment.”

“One of the coolest and classiest galleries around, CUBE continues architecture & interior design.”

PREVIEW Night Tuesday 14th May 5.30pm - 8.00pm CUBE Gallery 113-115 Portland Street MANCHESTER M1 6DW t: 0161 237 5525 www.cube.org.uk FREE Entry 15th - 25th May Mon - Sat: 12noon - 5pm www.contemporarymakers.com

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Floors & Flooring May you always be on Cloud 9 as Ball and Young reveal the results of recycling one million Red Noses!

Ball and Young are delighted to announce the results of an joined together after Red Nose Day 2011 with the aim of recycling a massive one million Red Noses and are now proud to reveal the

Ball and Young had no hesitation in agreeing to recycle the PU foam Red Noses, many of which had been collected from recycling points at Sainsbury’s stores nationwide as to the Ball and Young factory in Corby, Northamptonshire where they were washed

were processed in our state of the art factory where they were chipped, bonded and rejuvenated to attain the quality necessary

Glass tiles to fall in love with Solus Ceramics introduces the exciting new Glassheart range, a luxurious and elegant glass tile

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Paul Schatz ‘Miraflores’ for New Ravenna Mosaics In collaboration with New Ravenna Mosaics, interior designer Paul Schatz has created a new

Paul’s design and philosophy emphasises a high level of imagination paired with great attention to detail and has shown much success in creating functional spaces

Timeless patterns, high quality natural materials and the expertise of artesian workmanship bring

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100% Natural Luxury Handmade in Ireland

F

OR NEARLY four decades, Connemara Carpets, based in Moyard in Connemara, Ireland, has been hand-tufting the finest 100% pure wool carpets, area rugs and wall hangings in the world.

Over the years our reputation has led to commissions for embassies, high-end hotels, private estates and luxury yachts. Our carpets can be seen in Slane Castle, Waterford Castle, (Ireland), Scone Palace, (Scotland), The Royal Palace, (Bahrain), The Corinthia Hotel Group (Malta and Tripoli), The Greenbrier Hotel (West Virginia), The Grand Hotel, (Mackinac Island), The Plaza (New York) to name but a small few.

The possibilities in terms of designs, colour, sizes and shapes are quite literally endless and our design team is vastly experienced at interpreting and developing clients’ ideas.

Connemara Carpets does not sub-contract and all of our commissions are executed by our own skilled workforce in Ireland.

Our carpets are hand-tufted onto huge vertical tufting frames by our experienced artisans who have been refining their skill for over forty years. We can

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produce seamless hand tufted carpet of up to 8m x 50m plus. Our quality is further enhanced by our specially selected blend of wools from throughout the world which is spun into yarns exclusive to Connemara Carpets. The standard pile height runs between 12 and 16mm deep – though even 40mm piles can be manufactured. Lasts 20 years plus even in high traffic areas.

We can dye wool to match any colour and our dyeing process is environmentally sound with no residual waste. Our carpets have thermal insulation and sound absorption qualities - specially suitable for large rooms, halls, corridors, cinemas, performance areas and spaces with variable humidity.

“Great workmanship, honest design and exquisite craftsmanship” - Sir Christopher Frayling (Former Chairman of the Arts Council of England & Wales) after his visit to the Connemara Carpets exhibition at the London Design Festival, Sept 2012.

For more information or to view samples of our many design and colour possibilities visit our website at: www.connemaracarpets.ie or give us a call on 35395-41010. We will be happy to provide you with a sample of our quality on request.

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The Sculpture House FURNITURE BY ARTISTS

The Sculpture House launches this month, presenting its debut collection of artist-designed furniture. commissioning international artists to create functional, furniture pieces for cutting edge interiors.

A new destination for furniture lovers, consumers and collectors.

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February 2013: The Sculpture House (TSH), founded by young directors Alex Chinneck, David Murphy and Richard Davies, launches online this month, presenting its opening collection of artistdesigned furniture. The new venture aims contemporary design by collaborating with an ever-growing, but carefully selected group of young International artists. With no design being limited in number, www.thesculpturehouse.co.uk offers a new destination for furniture lovers, consumers and collectors – a place where artistic inspiration meets function.

Motivated by a belief that artists bring alternative attributes to a design process, The Sculpture House was originally conceived as an opportunity for artists to explore furniture design freely and without compromise. Recognising the important role that artists have played throughout the history of design, and realising that this energy continued to thrive today but without cohesion and focus, The Sculpture House has grown into a company that channels the diversity of artistic output into beautifully crafted, functional items.

“We are bringing together a carefully chosen but broad spectrum of artists and

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aesthetics under one roof — developing innovative output of contemporary art”.

What began with a single exhibition in East London during the summer of 2011 has now widened to involve an International community of artists. While The Sculpture House currently works in close collaboration with 20 artists from Europe, Asia and the U.S, the restless young directors are not stopping any time soon. Whether it be scouring art schools for young talent, or approaching more established names directly, The Sculpture House is constantly exploring new creative relationships that will take the everevolving initiative forward.

“We select artists based on their extraordinary ideas, not their reputations.”

The Sculpture House debut collection is available to buy online now at www. thesculpturehouse.co.uk. For details of forthcoming events and exhibitions, please subscribe to the e-newsletter.

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Furniture

Antiques and Interiors

Visit www.finaframe.com for: r Louis Chairs r Armchairs r Sofas r Headboards r Bergères

FinaFrame

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Specialists in Antique French beds and complimentary furniture with Interior design and Hotel refurbishment a speciality.

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There’s A New Look For The New Year… At Whitehead Designs

LOGAN CHAIR

There’s a fabulously fresh new look to 2013 at Whitehead Designs, with a sumptuous new brochure and stylish new website that both showcase the quality and craftsmanship of their bespoke UK-made furniture in beautiful detail.

‘We’ve invested in lots of stunning new location images of our furniture, as well as large, clear detailed shots of individual pieces’ explains Janet Houston, Head of Sales & Marketing. ‘Shot in natural light in real interior settings makes it so much easier to imagine the furniture in your own home, whilst the individual images really highlight the quality and detail of our www.whiteheaddesigns.com workmanship.’

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working with & rewarding designers plus

FREE DELIVERY with this advert Ts & Cs apply

dwell is the UK’s fastest growing furniture retailer offering the best in contemporary furniture and accessories. Designed by our in-house design team, our collection is unique, exclusive to us and available in 24 stores across the UK as well as online. Our collection is constantly updated ensuring the latest trends are always represented.

We set up our Commercial Scheme to reward designers, developers and other industry customers for choosing to work with us. The scheme offers a minimum of 20% discount on all orders – then the more you spend with us, the greater this becomes.

But the scheme is much more than that. You can expect top quality service including a named consultant, project support throughout, rapid delivery from stock from our own dedicated delivery team, a fair returns policy as well as invitations to exclusive events when new ranges are launched.

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Not-So-Expanded Polystyrene Chair in Design Museum Show A chair developed, designed and delivered by Silo, Jablite’s Designers-inResidence has been chosen to be part of the Design Museum’s Extraordinary Stories exhibition which has just opened and will be on show until 2015.

The chair is made from NSEPS or Not So Expanded Polystyrene, a new variation of EPS (expanded polystyrene) developed by Silo who are based at the insulation manufacturer’s Belvedere site. A specially commissioned film about Silo and Jablite will also be shown.

“We work with the same raw material that Jablite use to make insulation; but we handle it in a completely different way,” explains Oscar Wanless, one half of design studio Silo. “We do not preexpand the material and we use handmade textile moulds and our own steamer.

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“After that the process is similar,” continues Attua Aparicio, the other half of Silo. “The material expands to fill our mould and after it has cooled we remove the textile to reveal a unique object – for the exhibition we created a chair.”

Silo has been Jablite’s Designers-inResidence for just over a year and the relationship looks set to continue: “It is a great learning experience for us being connected with a manufacturer like Jablite.

“Jablite works in large volumes and we are hands-on, but we are both looking for ways to innovate and improve what we do and that connection gives us a fruitful overlap in our conversations.

“Jablite has generously given us studio space and free material, but even more importantly than that, this association with a manufacturer working with the

same material, is a constant source of new knowledge and inspiration,” adds Oscar.

For Richard Lee, Jablite’s Managing Director, Silo is an interesting and stimulating part of the extended Jablite team, “Visiting Silo’s studio space is a refreshing experience, it is full of colour and strange shapes and I have huge respect for their boundless enthusiasm and energy for their work.

“It is great to be in a position to lend a hand to a these two talented designers.

Creativity and innovation are at the core of our business strategy. Having Silo on site gives all of us in Jablite the opportunity to step out of our normal routine and see creativity in action.”

www.jablite.co.uk www.silonet.co.uk

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MODEL: AFFAIR by Uwe Fischer Business means movement, which is why the furniture on which you do business should be just as flexible as the business itself.

It goes without saying that the furniture also has to be exceptionally aesthetic and functional at the same time. In contract, the business collection from COR, you will find all of these qualities in consummate form. A fine example of this is Affair – a relaxed all-rounder that can be reconfigured endlessly to create seating islands or never-ending sofas, room dividers or seating corners, just as the occasion and purpose require. Thereby providing the most relaxed basis possible for any kind of business.

For further information please contact Alex Knowles Agencies t + 44 (0)7967.399759 a.knowles@cor.de

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Today, a good product is not just about a great design, it’s about life, it’s about people. Bringing emotional value and quality time is the key characteristic of the Fusion table.

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GLASS IN COMPLETE HARMONY WITH ARCHITECTURE.

AND THE PERFECT FIRE PROTECTION FROM VETROTECH. Vetrotech fire resistant glass offers the ultimate protection for people and property. It also has the aesthetic and multi-comfort qualities you expect from architectural glass. More than 30 years of specialised experience means we are able to provide solutions for virtually any application, worldwide. For more information, visit: www.vetrotech.com Vetrotech Saint-Gobain UK a branch of Vetrotech Saint Gobain International AG Swiss Herald Way Binley Coventry CV3 2ZG Tel - 024 76547620

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Specialists in all things glass and glazing

We have a large range of products that include the best available globally and others that we have developed and tested ourselves at our customer’s request. Global products include the stunning Skyframe sliding door and the Schuco range of reliable and

to research the positive biological effects of daylight on humans and how these effects can align our evolutionary needs with our hypertension and others.

innovation and value; therefore we would not be suitable on schemes driven by cost alone. Eventhough we are aware that commercial considerations are important; we do not believe that budget solutions are ever suitable for modern life where

We have an extensive showroom in North London where we would be happy to show you around and demonstrate our

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Heating & Ventilation The award-winning Artemis Liquid Nickel ceiling fan provides a great way to keep cool in the summer and bar, hotel, shop or restaurant.

Stylish, reliable and silent, the fans use 95 per cent less energy than an equivalent air-conditioning unit, and can save up to 24 per cent of heating costs when operating in reverse in the winter. Hunter ceiling fans come For more information telephone 01256 636509 or visit www.hunterfan.co.uk

compromising comfort standards.

Engineered in high-quality ABS polymer they feature to other available diffusers, giving even distribution. of ceiling systems, have superior aesthetic impact, and can be painted (or have printed foils applied to the face) to suit the widest range of interior design concepts.

RADIATORS – FOCAL POINTS FOR ROOM DÉCOR Radiators now offer interior decorators the opportunity to add a new focal point to the décor of any room in the home. The broadening of the options available to include a wide range of decorative and aesthetically

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heating system far more straightforward than was the case ten years ago. The UKs leading radiator manufacturer is Stelrad and the choice available from them today is staggering. Visit www.stelrad.com or call 0870 849 8056 and request your own copy of The Radiator Book – loads of aesthetic and technical information – all in one publication.

Timeless style launched in 1968, the Gyrofocus from Diligence dramatic focal point.

The timeless elliptical shape is suitable for all rooms where a design statement is called for. It could be the centrepiece of a lounge, or if space allows, located in a entrance hall to provide a warm welcome for visitors.

A specially designed stainless steel ball bearing system allows the

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European Road Freight Transport Specialists Since our foundation in August 2000, we have become recognised as a leading logistics provider of International road freight services to and from Italy and Western Europe.

Trailer groupage services to and from Italy, Spain, Portugal and Greece.

Our success can only be attributed to our guiding philosophy of providing a quality of service above and beyond industry expectations.

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W&Co help drive sales at BMW Park Lane Following success with previous car showroom display projects including BMW Westminster, W&Co were invited to produce a range of light boxes for a new state of the art showroom in Mayfair, London - BMW Park Lane. A selection of illuminated and non-illuminated fabric face displays were custom made to showcase a wide range of classic and modern BMW models on display.

The frameless, chrome finished units, many LED illuminated, compliment the high quality brand and create a stunning backdrop within the contemporary showroom space.

One particularly large format Fabric Face LED light box, within the Motorrad display area of the showroom, reaches five and half metres high and spans two floors of the building!

The lightboxes were chosen not only for their high quality build and frameless design, but also because they offer the client the flexibility to easily replace and/or reuse the dye-sublimation printed textile graphics. W&Co Fabric Face systems offer a front loading graphic change whereby a rubber lip easily pushes into the face of the unit by hand without the need for specialist tools or installation teams.

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Lighting & Electrical 1. Versatile LED Reading Lights Astro Lighting is a leading British designer and manufacturer of contemporary lighting at the forefront of the hospitality sector, offering the largest range of IP44 rated products anywhere in the world.

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Astro design and manufacture a wide choice of contemporary wall lights, table lamps and down lights with an extensive use of LED designs within the range. LEDs feature prominently in Astro’s intriguing collection of wall-mounted directional reading lights, such as the Leo LED. For more information and digital imagery contact Tracy Ann Bates or Belinda Robinson at Esprit PR Ltd. Tel: 01428 714546 Fax: 01428 714812 Email: tracy@espritpr.com belinda@espritpr.com 2. SOVEREIGN® Mini LED Downlight A genuine replacement for MR16 halogen downlights, this high quality British

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100 lm/W offering substantial energy savings. Cleverly designed aluminium front bezel reduces glare to a minimum without loss of light output, with built-in clear lens to ensure optimum performance and longevity. Full range available including decorative drop glass and sealed “under-canopy” versions suitable range of BS/RAL colours.

3. The PAI Group comprises of four businesses specialising in the design, installation and support of integrated audio, video, lighting and control solutions for local, national and international clients.

We use our extensive service industry knowledge of over 40 years to provide Registered electrical contractors with a belief in creating and maintaining long-term relationships with both clients and suppliers alike, we are frequently recognised as excelling in our commitment to quality standards of installation with particular attention to safety.

We are CEDIA members, and our principal designer is a CEDIA T: +44 (0)1554 740500 / E: info@paigroup.com / W: www.paigroup.com 4. The room controller Deseo matches perfectly with Basalte switch the Basalte switches, and it allows the use of all home automation functions in a room in a very user-friendly manner.

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The integrated display allows the operation of all functions in a very simple and intuitive way.

With a simple touch, it is possible to operate any lighting circuit, create different scenes, control the screens, or operate the heating, air conditioning and ventilation using the built-in thermostat.

Deseo even enables you to operate the multi room audio system.

The innovative touch technology, typical for Basalte products, allows the control of all these functions with extreme ease of use in a sleek,

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Lighting & Electrical där lighting is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of innovative, quality lighting for commercial applications.

From timeless classics to design-led contemporary pieces, our inspiring portfolio and full bespoke service ensures that our product offering continues to push the boundaries in this quickly evolving, fashion forward industry.

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discovery for The Whisky Shop gpstudio, the luxury retail design consultancy, has just completed a flagship store in the heart of Piccadilly for The Whisky Shop, fulfilling the brief of creating a truly different customer experience.

The Whisky Shop is the largest whisky-only specialist in the country, with 20 shops nationwide. The new store, which opened its doors for the first time on the 22nd November, is their twenty-first opening.

The design had two main objectives educating and informing the consumer, and conveying a sense of the skill and craftsmanship involved in the creation of the fascinating luxury product. Whilst it makes a strong statement, the new store ultimately aims to be welcoming and accessible. This guided the split of the space into three distinct sections; “show me”, “tell me” and “sell me”.

The first of these rooms, “show me”, showcases key whisky houses, distillers and product brands. gpstudio worked very closely with each of these groups on their design plans, including the houses and distillers Pernod Ricard and Whyte & MacKay, as well as product brands such as Chivas Brothers, Royal Salute, The Glenlivet and The Dalmore. In appreciation of the rich heritage and expertise of the product, the spirits are presented in the same way as a fine perfume.

where customers can choose from a vast selection of the most prestigious whiskies in the world.

The“tell me”room centres on the educational aspect of the consumer experience. This room explains the process of making whisky – how the flavours are created, the importance of the aging process, and how this impacts on the sensory experiences of taste and smell – as well as dispelling many of the common myths about whisky. The third and final room is a Library of whisky,

Stuart Naysmith, Partner at gpstudio, says, “It was clear that education and discovery was an incredibly important part of the customer experience, which is why it was so central to our ideas. We immersed ourselves in complexities of the product, and tried to incorporate what we learnt into the design.

Across all three rooms, timber, copper and glass have been carefully interplayed to ensure a contemporary styling that still gave a nod to tradition, referencing the heritage of the products sold. The latest display technology has been used throughout the store, with tablets to inform and educate customers about their choices.

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We even designed bespoke neon angel wings that will hang in the Library, in reference to the whisky-making terminology of ‘the angels share’.”

Andrew Torrance, Managing Director of The Whisky Shop, said: “Our vision for the new London flagship store was to raise the bar for whisky retailing by offering customers a new and unique whisky retail experience which is both luxurious and accessible at the same time.” “gpstudio brought a fresh and innovative approach to the design of the store, tapping into the heritage of whisky as a product whilst also challenging perceptions and ripping up the rule book of traditional whisky retailing.

Their experience in catering for high end luxury consumers has been instrumental in the visual and experiential treatment of the space, bringing a theatrical quality to the art of retail.”

For more information visit:

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HARO presents the Longstrip in a new way Fascination for parquet in every single strip Up until now, naturalness, oiled surfaces and a rustic look were solely associated with Planks 1-Strip. Hamberger Flooring, Germany’s leading parquet manufacturer has now landed a real coup with its wood floor: Longstrips with the attributes of Planks 1-Strip, which can be seen and felt in every single strip. Relieflike textures, bevelled edges on four sides and natural oil which emphasizes the rustic character design a floor that creates a totally novel effect on the room. With this uniqueness and its higher value, the HARO Longstrips with their intensely textured surfaces are to stimulate the parquet market. Trade benefits in particular, as the Longstrip is still the bread and butter product, which is now receiving a new impulse.

Healthy living, sustainability, naturalness: more than just mainstream concepts which are continuously increasing in importance for the end consumer. And this is where the new HARO Longstrips score, which are entirely treated with natural oil. The range is arranged in a way that expresses rusticity and a character of its very own through the relief-like textured floors with lively gradings, colourchanged surfaces and bevelled edges on four sides. The second

range features softer textures and calmer grains and lets furniture and interior decoration give a strong performance. Of course, the installation system Top Connect can be installed quickly and easily, even on underfloor heating.

New Outside – Proven Inside These parquet floors, which are manufactured in a complex process, are produced from the trunk to the finished board at the Rosenheim headquarters. After all, the brand HARO particularly stands for quality assurance as well as a sustainable and environmentally friendly production. All HARO Parquet Floors are 100 % PEFCcertified, have been awarded with the national technical approval (‘bauaufsichtliche Zulassung’) and the Blue Angel.

The new HARO parquet range celebrates its premiere on the trade show BAU in Munich in January 2013. The sale also starts at the beginning of next year. To accompany the market introduction, HARO provides an extensive marketing package and supports the sale through print and online services. On top of this, there is the benefit of a strong brand name.

With every single strip the relief-like HARO Longstrips express the charm of Planks 1-Strip.

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