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is at one with its beautiful surroundings THE PRIMARIES Ideas for adding hits of red, blue and yellow to your schemes CLASSIC ALLURE This Melbourne apartment is awash with a fresh and timeless palette of greens CHARACTER STUDY A masterful mix of colour and pattern brings bold personality to this renovated Sussex property SUNNY DISPOSITION Natural light and a joyful spirit flow throughout this relaxing family home THE BRIGHT SIDE How a ramshackle stone cowshed has been transformed into a cosy, inviting easy-living space GIFTS FOR ALL SEASONS With its clever layout and exquisite planting, this modern Buckinghamshire garden delights the senses all year round

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Ander’s Rock is a calming, moody green PERFECT MATCH Expert advice on pairing colours to marvellous effect IN THE DETAIL Decorative and practical touches for bedroom schemes HOW TO DESIGN A PATIO From materials and position to planting and furniture… the know-how you need to create the perfect outdoor space KITCHENS & BATHROOMS NEWS Names to know and launches to note PLANNING A… BATHROOM LAYOUT All the essential factors to consider, from the head of design at C. P. Hart BATHROOMS WITH COLOUR Inspiring ways of using hues to give your room a refreshing update PANTRIES WITH STYLE Smart ideas for this desirable kitchen addition DOS & DON’TS WITH NINA CAMPBELL Invaluable insights from the world-renowned designer

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LIFESTYLE ONE TO WATCH Ceramicist Bisila Noha OUT & ABOUT The events on our radar WE LOVE Three stylish Italian retreats NARCISSI We celebrate these blooms THE COUNTRY FILES Wallpaper and fabric designer Vanessa Barneby loves life in a Hampshire village MY GARDEN LIFE Jodi Dickinson on his role overseeing the Barbara Hepworth garden museum in St Ives OFF THE SHELF Garden-themed books THE SUSTAINABLE HOME Sebastian Cox’s garden is a mini nature reserve MOVERS & SHAKERS Eva Sonaike brings a bold West African vibe to interiors BRUNCH THE AUSTRALIAN WAY A delicious start for lazy days MY LIFE IN TEN… Sir Paul Smith

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ENDURING APPEAL Our love for the quiet and elegant aesthetic of Pinch knows no bounds and this season it has added two new dining tables to its already impressive range. We’ve fallen for Mead, from £7,150, and its eye-catching octagonal legs. The tabletop, made with full-length European oak boards, is a monumental 280cm in length. Also available in walnut.

ARTISTIC FLOURISH Nothing heralds the arrival of spring like tulips, but it’s a tulip tile from artist Wayne Pate that we’ve been admiring. Working in collaboration with Balineum, this is Wayne’s first foray into terracotta tiles. They feature his painterly geometrics and flora, hand-painted onto tiles by Balineum’s artisans in Italy. The nine patterns are available in three sizes, from £21.60 each.

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We’ve fallen for the playful ripples of the new Wavy lampshade, £185, from Eleanor Cording-Booth of A Considered Space, made in collaboration with Munro and Kerr’s Alexandra John. Hours of studio work achieve just the right curvaceous lines for the Japanese woven paper shade, finished with a terracotta cotton trim.

We’ve been busy at H&G, working in collaboration with Love Your Home to bring you the elegant Bloomsbury sofa and chair collection. The Virginia chair, from £1,197 in plain fabric, or £2,574 in a pattern, captures the feel of a reupholstered vintage classic. Curvaceous legs are a nod to the modern, while smart piping gives an added extra.

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WIDE RANGE There’s so much happening at Paolo Moschino for Nicholas Haslam: as well a new online magazine, there’s the not-for-profit Boiserie collection of wallpapers, sold in support of Italy’s San Patrignano rehabilitation project. And we’re drawn to the new saddle-stitched leather series inspired by icon of French modernism Jacques Adnet, including the Adnet reading wall light, £1,280.

PERFECT SEAT A never-ending search for beautiful and comfy seating led interior designers Turner Pocock to create their own. Working with Lorfords Contemporary, their go-to people for exceptionally crafted pieces, they’ve created two sofas – one classic, one modern – from £5,400, an armchair, a smart ottoman, a neat fireside chair and a versatile end-of-bed bench. View at lorfords.com or Lorfords’ Tetbury showroom.

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IN CHECK Susie Atkinson, the name behind the interiors at Babington House, has launched her own fabric collection, Plain Checks and Stripes, from £75m. Look out for ticking and regatta stripes, and this chequerboard design. The cloth is handwoven in cotton and linen, or a mix, and printed by hand.

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With her flair for adding classic European touches to an elegantly modern backdrop, Sydney-based interior architect Phoebe Nicol allows us a peek into her creative life at @phoebenicol.interiors. How would you describe your Instagram account? It’s a curated mix of my interiors work, a glimpse into my personal life and an exploration of design. What is your USP? Ethereal, classic and light spaces. Who would you recommend we follow on Instagram and why? I follow personal shopper and stylist @bettinalooney as I adore her glamorous fashion and unique style, and also, don’t miss @the_vault_sydney. It’s a treasure trove of antiques, iconic mid-century furniture and objets d’art.

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I nt er ior s c a n’t ge t enoug h of t he woven lo ok (Clockwise, from top left) Bonbon 380 pendant light, £528, Ana Kraš at SCP Intertwine rug in Coral, £1,320, Floor_Story Tessa armchair, £3,116, Antonio Citterio at Flexform Hex Punch tiles in Limoncello and Milk, £192sq m, Popham Design at Day True Marylebone 1 artwork, £2,200, J. Elbourne Ash Lilla Ateljen Highboard sideboard, £904, Woodman at Bombinate

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L IFE S TY L E (Clockwise from this image) Candle jar collaboration with Elm Rd; stormy landscapes on pared-back pieces; Bisila with pieces from Baney Clay: An Unearthed Identity; show with Thrown Contemporary

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O N E T O WA T C H Ta k i n g i n s p i r a t i o n f r o m t h e w o r l d a r o u n d h e r, c e r a m i c i s t B i s i l a Noha cre at e s exqu i sit e piece s of ten w ith a power f u l message or stor y behind them

Tell us a little bit about your background. I was born in Spain. I studied translation and interpreting and then did a master’s degree in international relations and diplomacy. So nothing related to ceramics at all. I have lived in many different places including Madrid, Leipzig, San Francisco and Vienna, and then in 2013 I moved to London, where I discovered ceramics and so this journey started. →

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Where do you look to for

inspiration? I have always looked to nature and its movements and rhythms: often subtle, yet extremely powerful – like the power of a storm or the motion of the clouds in the sky. Conceptually, I look at history and traditions and the way ceramics have been made in different countries. Right now, I am focusing on African pottery.

Who has inspired you? Most inspiring for me are the women I have been lucky to meet while travelling: the potters I met in Oaxaca, Mexico, like Rufina and her sisters, and Mama Aïcha in Morocco, for instance. Their connection to the

Tell us about your technique

and the equipment you use. Up until earlier this year, I had always thrown my work. Now I am interested in mixing both throwing and coiling to create new shapes and for a good challenge. I normally use very little equipment and tools. My favourite tools right now are some stones I got in Morocco that I use when I am hand-building and also to burnish the pieces before I fire them.

Bisila’s work is mainly wheel-thrown, with the distinctive addition of marbled slip decoration

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Do you think your work has evolved over time? Definitely. Not only in terms of size and quality, but also when it comes to the message behind it. I had a phase

What’s been your most exciting project so far? The Brumas project was a key moment for me, since that’s when I started to look at my work on a more artistic basis, if you like. Plus, I had the chance to exhibit it at the London Art Fair and the Edinburgh Art Fair, among other exhibitions and fairs, which was just amazing. Baney Clay: An Unearthed Identity, which

during which I thought that, in order to ‘prove’ my growth, my work had to be just bigger. Now, I am more interested in using my work as part of a larger ‘mission’; as a canvas for my ideas and reflections.

has been my main focus of 2020, is a very personal endeavour and so it has been very important for me to keep discovering my own identity. Despite the fact that I launched it in April, just when Covid-19 and

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lockdown started, amazing opportunities have come up because of it and it has got a lot visibility, especially thanks to the exhibition Gatherers by Thrown Contemporary.

If you weren’t a ceramicist, what was plan B?

Along with my ceramics practice, I also co-direct an arts and activism organisation, Lon-art Creative. We organise exhibitions and events with a particular focus on highlighting hidden women’s stories (herstories). ■

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earth, to the clay and to their work is something that I always carry with me and it has informed the way that I approach my work.

A FORCE OF NATURE Built with a green ethos and full of stunning natural materials, this inspiring Cape Town home shows the endurance of authentic design and considered decoration WORDS JO LEEVERS STYLING SVEN ALBERDING PHOTOGRAPHY WARREN HEATH/BUREAUX

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I NS PIR AT ION POOL HOUSE The beauty of stone and timber is that as they age they become more beautiful and unique. Design, Wynand Wilsenach Architects

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SEATING AREA The owners wanted every part of the house to settle seamlessly into the natural surroundings so chose a palette of earthy colours. Outdoor sofa, Layton by Artwood at Latzio Living is similar. Armchairs, Weylandts; for similar, try Graham and Green

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SITTING ROOM Doors leading outside can be shut to create an intimate feel. Leather and velvet are two luxurious additions. Sofa, Moorgas & Sons. GranTorino leather armchair, Poltrona Frau. Coffee table, vintage Boffi. Try Vinterior for a similar rattan side table

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DINING AREA A circular deep-pile rug echoes the shape of the table and helps define this part of the open-plan space. Table, Pierre Cronje. Chairs, Moorgas & Sons. For a similar light, try the Visual Comfort range at Lumiere. The Rug Companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mohair Slate round rug would work

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exterior of this house in Constantia, a suburb of Cape Town, belies the airy and open feel once you step through the front door. However, owner Caroline Topat wanted to keep a sense of intimacy, so that the rooms gradually reveal themselves as you progress through the house, rather than being confronted by

a space the family all use regularly, whether they are working from home or doing school work. Internal finishes such as stone and timber also contribute to the inside-outside feel. ‘The use of natural materials and textures was the foundation of this home, which needed to settle seamlessly into the environment and beautiful garden,’ says Caroline. A benefit of using stone, metal and timber is that ‘as

one overwhelmingly large, echoey space. ‘While I love open-plan living, there are times when it’s nice to close off an area when you’re entertaining, if the

they age, they become more beautiful and unique’. This attention to detail was followed through by interior designer Andrea Graff, who added layers of

children have their friends over or simply to keep a sitting room cosier,’ explains Caroline. ‘A completely open-plan space can lack warmth, but our home has so many options and interesting corners.’ This property’s layout resembles a series of areas that are connected but unfold as the visitor walks through them. Eventually, all paths lead to the front

texture and furniture that all come together to create a sense of rootedness. Then she sprinkled a few playful elements through the house, from a handpainted wall treatment in the bathroom that (almost) outshines the view from the window, fireside armchairs with ‘deconstructed’ frames and lighting that dazzles with striking shapes and

deck, which is glazed so that the inside transitions naturally into the garden and links with the spectacular landscape beyond. For architect Wynand Wilsenach, this insideoutside feel was central to his adventurous design. ‘What is nice about modern barn-style architecture is the scope for untraditional openings,’ he says. ‘Now, the family can open the entire front facade to the terraced lawn, pool and mountain views.’ For Caroline, this enriches her family’s day-to-day life. ‘We are reminded to take small pauses in our day, to look at an eagle in the sky or a heron flying past or to notice the changing foliage through the seasons,’ she says. In a subtle but significant way, ‘we are constantly interacting with nature,’ she adds. However, Caroline also values the way that the

surprising scales. Andrea continued the natural texture theme by taking her colour cues from nature, including plenty of forest-like greens and greys, worked into schemes alongside rattan, moss-like velvet and earthy, organic-shaped ceramics. Fittingly, this house is also built with a green ethos, designed to make the most of seasonal heat gain and with highly efficient insulation. The eco features continue out in the garden, where water runs through several tranquil, plant-filled ponds that act as a natural filtration system for the water that flows down into the family’s swimming pool. A secluded pool house and a fantasy tree house provide further escapist spaces. Inside and out, this is a home that taps into the calming power of nature and allows for quiet contemplative corners. ‘We really have got the best of both worlds,’ says Caroline. &

he rustic timber cladding on the

main sitting room fosters a feeling of cosiness and sense of privacy, with furniture positioned to facilitate conversation or watching TV together. There’s a second seating area in a large work room,

Wynand Wilsenach Architects, w2.co.za; Andrea Graff Interior Design, andreagraff.co.za

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MASTER BEDROOM From the bed there are amazing mountain views, so the decor in here is pared back in order not to interrupt the vista. Bespoke bed by Andrea Graff; try Poliform for similar. Cushion, Ralph Lauren Home. John Lewis & Partners sells a throw like this one

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MASTER BATHROOM A bespoke, hand-painted chinoiserie-style pattern and a cloud-like pendant make this a dreamy bathing space. Find a slipper bath at Drummonds. Pendant light, Moooi. For a similar hand-painted wall treatment, try de Gournay

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EXTERIOR An eco swimming pool is fed water from a series of natural filtration ponds

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GARDEN The tree house has a bird’s-eye view of the stunning landscape. Tree house designed by Wynand Wilsenach Architects

POOL HOUSE A lofty picture window allows the garden’s lush greenery to feel like part of the space. Chairs, La Grange Interiors; for similar, try Exterior-Interior

EXTERIOR Soft grey tones blend with the surrounding colours and echo the garden’s stone walls. Garden furniture, Tribu, available at Exterior-Interior

INSIDER INSIGHT Interior designer Andrea Graff shares her style vision and loves

GO-TO COLOUR Green is my favourite, plus a dash of animal print, which I, personally count as a colour!

MOST SUCCESSFUL PART OF THE PROJECT The fact that the clients have become great friends and we’ve continued to work together on more projects.

INSPIRATION SOURCES Travel, Instagram, literature and history.

FAVOURITE WEBSITE 1stDibs – I am hooked on hunting for beautiful furniture.

YOUR STYLE IN THREE WORDS Colourful, exuberant and timeless.

WORDS TO LIVE BY I believe in honesty, kindness and mentorship.

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The primaries A lively pop of red, blue or yellow adds unex pected v ibrancy to a neutral backdrop this season STYLING SALLY DENNING PHOTOGRAPHY EMMA LEE

LIGHT THE WAY The fiery shade of this statement lamp instantly lifts the scheme. It’s paired with a vase in a similarly bold colour to balance the look. Bobbin console table, £1,620, Julian Chichester. Fali tumbler, £29.95 for four, Nkuku. Shoreham table lamp, £351, Vaughan. Cast plaster relief of clustered plums, £180, Lassco. Number 2 vase in Cobalt, £575, The Conran Shop →

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THE HOT SEAT Wooden furniture and natural jute flooring is given a new lease of life with a sprinkling of bright primary colours. Create a statement with a single piece in a vivid hue. Here, a red chair delivers drama and works as a wonderful focal point. Barker bookcase in Weld, £3,175, Sebastian Cox. Victoria solid oak dining table, £2,415, Terence Conran for Benchmark Furniture. Ash carver chair, £390 for two, Graham and Green. Red Carimate chair, £1,008, Fritz Hansen. Robertson rug, from £450, Tate & Darby. Thalassia woven basket vase, £145, Oka. (On wall) Naples Giclée print, £200, Adam Watts at Artists & Objects. (On table) Ceramic olive oil pot, £120, Au Bespoke. Earthenware deep bowl

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in Milk, £160; Tequila Sunrise jug in White and Blue, £79; Berlingot striped red tumbler, £89; bright yellow Wonki Ware plate, £23, all The Conran Shop. The Croft spoon, £35, Manifesto at Artists & Objects. (On top shelf of bookcase) Red ceramic fish jug, £35, Rockett St George. Cane bulb vase, £35, French Connection. Small clay vase, £24, Homeplace. Vintage brush and spoon, stylist’s own. (Items on other shelves, see opposite)

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SHELF LIFE Sebastian Cox has introduced a colourful twist to some of his furniture designs, as with this handsome bookcase in Weld yellow. Barker bookcase in Weld, £3,175, Sebastian Cox. (From top) Amina bowl, £24.95, Nkuku. Rustic Sparrow plate, £35; espresso cup, £27, both Manifesto at Artists & Objects. Artisan wooden bowls, £14.95 each, Nkuku. Vintage olive oil pot, £120, Au Bespoke. Amina plates, £14.95 each, Nkuku. Tumbler, as before. Vase, £46, Adele-W at Artists & Objects. Acorn basket, £14, French Connection. Carafe, £20, Homeplace. Ochre + Dent pot, £95, Be Still. Vase, £28, Homeplace. Stone + Grain vessel, from £95, Be Still. Inka Kana pot, £66, Oyoy. Items on table, as before →

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SITTING PRETTY One or two primary colours against a muted palette has an artistic edge. A single vase or key piece of furniture will suffice. Wall in Setting Plaster estate emulsion, £47.95 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball. Curtain in Scribe, £167m, Mark Alexander. Bobbin bedside table in Duckling, £995, Chelsea Textiles. Ochre Fern picture, £495 for six, Oka. Sympoiesis textured table lamp, £1,750, Viv Lee at The New Craftsmen. Vase, from a selection, H&M. Fali tumbler, £29.95 for four, Nkuku. Wycombe armchair, £480, Neptune. Stay sheepskin chair, £2,981, Gubi at The Conran Shop. Bloomsbury sofa, £3,727, Love Your Home x Homes & Gardens Collection.

Kelim cushion, £70, Kagu Interiors. Esme Check cushion, £180, The New Craftsmen. Cushion in Zambales, £123m, Zinc Textiles. Mirage cushion, £70, Kagu Interiors. Block cushion, £105, Catherine MacGruer. Travertine Pyramid coffee table, from a selection, Au Bespoke. Vase, from a selection, H&M. Strøm jug, £95, The Conran Shop. Spalted Maple Wan Nari bowl, £360, The New Craftsmen. Zaani vase, £34.95, Nkuku. Witton by Jonathan Saunders rug, from £2,456, The Rug Company →

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BATHING BEAUTY The splash of red is a modern and joyous touch in this serene wood-clad bathing sanctuary. Red Bombay Button table, £1,668, Howe. Natural oak close-up mirror, £75, Oggetto. Reactive glaze bowl in Mixed Brown, £85; air waffle bath towel, £65, both The Conran Shop. Hutchings bath caddy, £17.99; Kleine

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Wolke wooden bath mat, £42.40, both amazon.co.uk. Bamboo soap dish, £15; Olive soap, £12; linen towels, £6.99 each; body brush, £18, all Burford Garden Company. Small ochre pot, £60, Be Still &

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SMART HOME REPORT The latest appliances and technolog y to k now

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The latest addition to Sonos’ audio collection is a Dolby Atmos-enabled soundbar that will completely transform how your TV sounds, offering room-filling, surround sound without the need for dozens of separate speakers. Measuring 8.7x114.2x11.6cm it’s surprisingly slim, especially as it contains eight separate woofers and three tweeters all angled to fire sound forward, left/right and also up to the ceiling, to create an all-encompassing effect, especially when watching fast-paced films. Sonos Arc, £799, sonos.com

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A stylish bowl – choose from a range of subtle colours and wood veneer – with a hugely practical secret; it has a built-in weigh scale and small LCD display that makes it easy to measure out your pet’s food. The stainless-steel bowl is removable and dishwasher safe, and there’s also a partner app that helps you keep track of your pet’s feeding routines and calorie intake.

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The best-looking video doorbell on the market, Netatmo’s fully waterproof wired design will alert you to any visitors, offering up full HD video quality and surprisingly good night vision direct to your smartphone. You can talk to visitors if you’re not there and clever ‘people detection’ differentiates between someone and the nosy neighbourhood cat, keeping false alarms to a minimum. Netatmo Smart Video Doorbell, £269.99, netatmo.com

FULL CONTROL

Thanks to the inclusion of a Wi-Fi module and fullyfeatured smartphone app, Roca’s latest shower can be controlled wirelessly throughout the home. Use the pre-heat option from under your duvet to warm the water automatically – and you can also personalise settings for different family members, with favourite flow rates and temperatures. Plus you can even set a duration if someone’s guilty of spending hours in the shower. Roca Smart Shower, from £2,751, uk.roca.com →

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An astonishing piece of design, this 55-inch transparent OLED TV conceals all the ports and processors neatly in the base stand, leaving the screen completely clear when turned off, helping it to blend neatly into the background. Aside from its clever disappearing trick, the Mi TV can display 1.07 billion colours with 150,000:1 contrast ratio, super-fast 120Hz refresh rate for incredible motion, plus Dolby Atmos support for the best in surround sound. Xiaomi Mi TV LUX, £5,500, mi.com

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Clad in textured stainless steel, LG’s flagship fridge freezer (A++, 569ltr, 91cm wide) brings professional

cooling and intelligent design features to your kitchen. Its door-in-door design with ingenious InstaView reveals what’s inside – just knock twice on the frosted glass panel – and you can grab items from the door storage without letting the cold air out. Plus if you don’t have a spare hand, just step on the ‘Door Open’ light projection on the floor and it gently swings wide open. LG Signature LSR100, £5,999, lg.com/uk

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ROBOT STYLE

The most stylish robot vacuum on the market, and also the best by far at navigating around your home, the Roomba S9+ picks up a huge amount of dust and pet hair. It automatically adjusts across hard floors and carpets, can be controlled using Alexa, Siri or Google Assistant voice control and best of all, when the 0.4ltr bin is full, it docks, recharges and empties its contents into a vacuum bag that has enough room for 30 full bins of dirt. iRobot Roomba S9+, £1,500, irobot.co.uk

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This interactive fitness studio combines dance classes,

Pilates, weight training, cardio workouts and yoga in a single wall-mounted unit. Based around a mirrored 43-inch 4K UHD display with voice control, touchscreen, webcams and on-demand fitness sessions, it’s available in two versions: Screen for face-to-face free weight and floor-style classes; and Full Studio, which transforms the mirror into a full home gym, with collapsible weight bench, retractable pulley arms and even a ballet barre. FORME Life Home Studio, $2,245 plus the subscription fee, formelife.com &

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STAY: ARTIST RESIDENCE, BRISTOL It started back in 2008 when a

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young hotelier reimagined his parents’ Brighton B&B, inviting local artists to decorate the walls. The Artist Residence was born, and this beloved small group of artsy boltholes now has five locations, with Bristol the latest to open its doors. Located at Portland Square, in the city’s creative heart, the Grade I-listed hotel is part Georgian townhouse, part boot factory. Antique finds mix with modern touches with distinctive decorative style across 23 rooms. There’s always an inviting bath and, true to the hotel’s roots, a selection of local artwork on display. artistresidence.co.uk

While last spring’s lockdown imposed a fallow period on most, others embraced it as a time for renewed creativity. Royal Academy of Arts alumnus David Hockney was one such artist and this month he unveils a new body of work, The Arrival of Spring, Normandy, 2020 at the RA, the fruits of an intense period of activity for the artist confined to his Normandy home. The works, ‘painted’ on an iPad and printed large scale for the exhibition, capture the progression of spring. Through his art, Hockney encourages us to embrace his favourite phrase ‘love life’. royalacademy.org.uk

Arguably America’s most joyfully eclectic design house, Schumacher, has opened its first UK showroom at the Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour. Founded in New York in 1889 by Parisian Frederic Schumacher, the house has been mixing traditional styles for modern tastes ever since. Creative director Dara Caponigro’s most recent book S is for Style: The Schumacher Book of Decoration celebrates the limitless possibilities in design, while the new showroom is well worth a visit to see collaborations with British names, such as Neisha Crosland, Molly Mahon and A Rum Fellow. fschumacher.com

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LA PRORA, SICILY Nestled on the east coast below Taormina, La Prora is a luxury island villa in which no design detail has been overlooked. With its expansive terrace, cook’s dream kitchen, smart living spaces and glorious sea views, you may never want to leave – but venture out you must. Stroll along the coast to Isola Bella for a swim and local fare or head up the hill for the cultural treasures in the town. From €10,010 per week, sleeps 14. thethinkingtraveller.com/laprora

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A former garage and launderette, this one-bedroom bolthole in the artsy Porta Venezia district is the work of London-based designer Ilse Crawford and her architect husband Oscar Peña. Expect lush greenery, emerald Moroccan-style tiles and standout artwork. Among the area’s must-visits is Bar Basso for its Negroni Sbagliato with a vast handcut ice cube. costanzamilano.it

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Not h i ng sig n i f ie s t he on set of spr i ng more t ha n car pets of daf fod ils g row ing in f ields of g reen

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(Opposite) Beautifully proportioned N. ‘High Society’ is a versatile choice that performs well in beds, borders or containers

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‘WHEN all at once I saw a crowd, A host, of golden daffodils; Beside the Lake, beneath the trees, Fluttering and dancing in the breeze.’ So wrote William Wordsworth on seeing (almost certainly) our native Narcissus pseudonarcissus. The link between the plant and its Latin name is unexplained; in one of the Greek myths Narcissus pines away after falling in love with his own image and after he dies is changed into a flower. There is no proof that the flower we know as narcissus was that flower, but its bright beauty mirrors that of the exquisite youth as rendered by painters, sculptors and writers over the centuries. The origin of the plant’s common name, daffodil, is equally hazy but it is a mid-16th-century word believed to derive from the late Middle English word Ideal for planting in groups in a rockery, N. ‘Jetfire’ has reflexed petals with a long orange trumpet and flowers in early to mid-spring. Plant it near a path where you can catch its delicate fragrance

‘affodill’, which in turn is a variant of the Greek genera asphodelos, an everlasting flower that was said to grow in the Elysian Fields. Whatever the origins of its names, the genus, a member of the Amaryllidaceae family, is classified by size and flower shape into 13 divisions. There are more than 3,000 varieties to suit every garden situation, from the tiny Alpine Narcissus asturiensis x cyclamineus for the rockery to the large-cupped N. ‘Carlton’ for an eye-catching start to the herbaceous border.

POTS AND ROCKERIES ‘N. ‘Thalia’ looks lovely in galvanised pots or planted against dark evergreens,’ says Matthew Biggs, from BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners’ Question Time. He also suggests planting single dwarf varieties, such as N. ‘Minnow’, in terracotta pots up the steps leading to a front door. Marie Shallcross of Plews Garden Design recommends pots of scented narcissi by the door or on a balcony, containing the fragrant pheasant-eye daffodil, N. poeticus, planted with N. ‘Jetfire’ or N. ‘Pinza’. ‘For pots, you need multi-head, multi-stem daffodils, such as N. ‘Tête-à-Tête’, N. ‘Toto’ and N. ‘Hawera’,’ says Christine Skelmersdale of Broadleigh Gardens. For larger pots, Chelsea Silver Medallist Vicky Harris uses N. tazetta ‘Geranium’, which is

The large-cupped N. ‘St Patrick’s Day’, perfect for a field of gold in a town garden, grows to 40cm high

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pure white with an orange cup. Jonquilla cultivars such as N. ‘Pipit’, N. ‘Quail’ and N. ‘Rosemoor Gold’ are ideal for pots and naturalising. ‘They will scent a room when cut and also look great at the front of the border,’ she says. N. asturiensis x cyclamineus is another good choice for rockeries and patios. It likes well-draining soil and plenty of sunshine in summer. &

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Hardy N. ‘Jersey Torch’ will provide early interest in the herbaceous border or can be naturalised in woodland

N. ‘Ice Follies’ has a large saucer-shaped crown. It is ideal for naturalising in long grass or beneath trees

N. ‘Replete’ is a double daffodil with a wonderfully ruffled pink trumpet. It makes a dazzling cut flower, but can also be naturalised in grass

Bright yellow with darker trumpets, N. ‘Glenfarclas’ would be a glorious spring statement in pots near the house

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St Catherine’s Hill at Winchester

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The Three Horseshoes in Bighton

The view over Winchester from St Catherine’s Hill

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THE COU N TRY FILES Wa l l p a p e r a n d f a b r i c d e s i g n e r Va n e s s a B a r n e b y o n h e r Ha mpsh i re ha ng- out s, v i l lage l i fe a nd good wa l k i ng boot s

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VANESSA Barneby is one half of Barneby Gates,

It’s social here. We go out to pubs – my favourite is the Three Horseshoes in Bighton – or have people over for dinner when we can. Local friends include the shoe designer Charlotte Olympia, the fashion designer Tabitha Webb and the artist Faye Toogood. n

the wallpaper and fabric business she started with her best friend, the artist Alice Gates, after more than a decade as a stylist and editor. The pair grew up together in a small village in the Hampshire countryside, where Vanessa returned to in 2010 with her husband Tim and children Lily and Gabriel. Barneby Gates designs, which are created in their

There’s an amazing cafe that has just opened called The Yard, which I can run to from my house

studio in Wiltshire and printed in England, have graced the walls of everyone from celebrities to royalty – Prince Charles has a Barneby Gates design

across the fields. They have cakes and ice cream to die for and their own coffee blend; my regular order is a flat white with oat milk.

in Dumfries House. They have collaborated with fashion stylists and designers, including Nick Knight and Tabitha Webb. The latest joint venture is coming this spring with the florist and stylist Willow Crossley. Our house is located right on the edge of a tiny village, overlooking fields, just outside n

Alresford in Hampshire. I love this time of year especially with the fresh greenness popping up and the new buds on all the trees. Every detail feels so enjoyable – it even makes the 7.30am school run something to look forward to. My signature style for rural life is nice jeans, I like Rag & Bone, a warm jumper and a practical pair of boots. I’m currently wearing a Scottish brand called The House of Bruar, which are excellent for walking through the fields in.

We’re spoiled for choice for lovely walks around here. One great one in Winchester is on the edge of the city, near the cathedral, and up St Catherine’s Hill. You reach the top and look down over the city and it’s so beautiful. n

I love going to antique markets to find treasures and there is a great auction house in Winchester called Andrew Smith & Son. There’s also a brilliant shop called The Long Barn in Alresford that not only grows its own lavender, but stocks vintage furniture from Sharon Bradley at Old Albion in Bridport. n

When I first moved here from London, I put all my smart clothes at the back of my wardrobe and thought I’d never wear them again; now I find myself really dressing up for dinner. It feels like a treat. My favourite local shop is called The Hambledon in Winchester, which is like a mini department store in n

a lovely old town house. They have a great Belgium brand called Bellerose, which makes beautiful denim, shirts and skirts, and they also sell Nordic brands like Ganni and Stine Goya.

On Instagram, I follow all those brilliant people who can throw together colour and pattern and make it look wonderful: @Cutterbrooksshop – because it’s the most glorious little treasure trove and I love Amanda’s chic country style, @Collagerie – fabulous curation of fashion and homeware by ex-Voguers Lucinda Chambers and Serena Hood. n

Community is strong in small villages. We have a shop called Candover Valley Store that was an absolute lifeline last year. It is run by volunteers and they n

started doing deliveries for families that were ill and elderly people. It provided a huge amount of solidarity. n

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FEATURE SARAH WILSON PHOTOGRAPHS (CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT) BARBARA HEPWORTH, SPRING 1966, VIEW OF SCULPTURE GARDEN, JODI IN GREENHOUSE. ALL © BOWNESS © KIRSTIN PRISK; (STONE CARVING WORKSHOP) © BOWNESS © RIKARD ÖSTERLUND

The Barbara Hepworth House and Garden is a magical space. Jodi (below) oversees the garden created by Barbara (her studio is seen below left)

MY GARDEN LIFE Jod i D ick i n son work s at t he Ba rba ra Hepwor th ga rden mu seu m

Tell us about life in Cornwall I’ve lived here most of my life, currently near St Agnes. I love the mix of woodland, moors and rugged coast. The temperate climate allows a great variety of plants to grow here.

i n St Ive s, where he i s g ua rd ia n o f t h e a r t i s t ’s v i s i o n

How did you start in gardening? I trained with the Royal Horticultural Society and I’m currently in the →

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second year of my RHS Master of Horticulture, which is their top award. Meeting my fellow students at RHS Wisley was a career high.

Jodi’s role is to maintain the historical authenticity of Barbara’s vision as closely as possible

Landing the job at the Hepworth must have

been monumental… In my late 20s I started my own company Juniper Gardens, which now looks after gardens throughout Cornwall. So when this job came along, I jumped at it. The gardens remain as Hepworth laid them out, with bronze sculptures exactly where she placed them.

What’s your take on Hepworth’s contribution to British art? She is one of the most important artists of the 20th century, the original pioneering, strong female voice in modern British art. She created bold and beautiful works often inspired by the natural world.

Any current highlights in the garden? Canary Island geraniums and cinerarias flower at the end of March and fill the garden with blues, purples, magentas and pinks.

Favourite plant?

I’m quite fickle. My favourite plants change from week to week, but I love grasses

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and their seed heads, for movement and the way they capture light.

changing climate. Then add plants that originate from the same region for harmony. It’s important to be ‘loyal to the soil’.

What are your top garden

design tips? Start with plants you love but that are also suited to the habitat. If you have a sunny garden perhaps choose Mediterranean species that will be drought tolerant and adapt to our

Finally, what does gardening mean to you? Creativity, wellbeing, diversity. ■

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PHOTOGRAPH (VIEW OF THE SCULPTURE GARDEN) © BOWNESS © KIRSTIN PRISK

Where do you get your inspiration? I love Japanese gardens for their careful consideration of space and understated aesthetics.

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FEATURE JO BAILEY ILLUSTRATION (FLORIOGRAHY: THE MYTHS, MAGIC AND LANGUAGE OF FLOWERS COVER) CLOVER ROBIN

Une a r t h a we a lt h of i n s pi r a t ion w it h ou r e d it of t he b e s t garden-themed book relea ses this spr ing

NEW WILD GARDEN: NATURAL-STYLE PLANTING AND PRACTICALITIES by Ian

FLORIOGRAPHY: THE MYTHS, MAGIC & LANGUAGE OF FLOWERS by Sally Coulthard

NEW NORDIC GARDENS: SCANDINAVIAN LANDSCAPE DESIGN by Annika Zetterman

Hodgson (£20, Frances Lincoln) Using naturalistic planting to create mini wildflower meadows has grown in popularity over recent years, not only for its loose, prairie-style aesthetic but also for its benefits to both the land and the wildlife that feeds off it. In his updated version of New Wild Garden, Ian Hodgson includes step-by-step planting schemes and essential plant lists to suit all tastes, spaces and resources, as well as examples of how to adapt this environmentally conscious approach to gardening. Richly illustrated with ideas and projects, this book offers an inspirational

(£12.99, Quadrille) People have used flowers as a secret language – a shorthand of sorts – to express emotions and communicate hidden feelings for thousands of years and it is a practice that is still used in some cultures today. In her new book, Sally Coulthard digs deep into the fascinating world of flowers and the messages they convey, taking the reader on an intriguing journey through meanings, anthropology and literature. Exploring the history of 50 well-loved plants – from peonies

(£25, Thames & Hudson) With its love of raw and natural materials, Scandinavia is well known for effortless style that seamlessly marries functionality and sustainability. While the timelessness of Nordic interiors has long been noted, its garden and landscape design has often been overlooked. Redressing the balance, Annika Zetterman’s new book presents some of the best gardens created over the past ten years, exploring how Scandinavians mix traditional Nordic planting principles with

to passion flowers, poppies to sunflowers – Floriography is a charmingly illustrated guide that uncovers the folklore and symbolism displayed throughout history, appearing in the works of Shakespeare, Jane Austen and the Brontë sisters to name a few.

breathtakingly innovative ideas. In a true celebration of quiet landscapes, each chapter reveals distinct characteristics through detailed descriptions alongside images of the work of skilled gardeners and landscape architects across the region. &

yet accessible guide to wild planting that is low-maintenance yet enormously creative, to push the boundaries no matter how big or small your container, patch or allotment may be.

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THE SUSTAINABLE HOME Desig ner Seba st ian Cox char t s the renovat ion of his home, one inspir ing and innovat ively eco -f r iend ly idea at a t ime

t’s strange to start a renovation with the garden, but that’s what we did when we moved to our Victorian terraced house in Margate. Most architects or builders would recommend leaving the garden so you have a space for mixing mortar, washing out plaster buckets or storing materials during the build. But where’s the fun in leaving the part that takes the longest to mature until the end? When we bought the house, I immediately made friends with the neighbours by hiring a breaker and smashing up the six-inch thick concrete that suffocated every square foot of our outdoor space. The soil front and back had been buried under one continuously poured ecological tombstone. Brogan hid indoors while I tore into it, avoiding window contact with locals. Once the concrete was removed, I forked the compacted earth for the first time in decades and raked it level. In three days, I didn’t encounter a single worm. What right do humans have to sterilise land like this? The soil was reassuringly poor, perfect for wildflowers. As I hung up my rake, my Meadowmat wildflower turf arrived and by the afternoon I’d rolled out the new lawn. We opted for the ‘species rich’ turf – a mix of slow-growing native grasses with wonderful names like sheep’s fescue and small leaved Timothy, and wildflowers that can survive in a lawn, such as sorrel, selfheal, yarrow and birdsfoot trefoil. I’m waiting with huge excitement to see what pops up first in spring, and will be not cutting it until July. I’ve refused family offers of hand-me-down lawnmowers, explaining that I’ll scythe it twice a year. Pollinators will thank me for letting the taller flowers actually reach their height and complete their flowering cycle. During the winter I planted a half-pint hedge of terrace-friendly shrubs such as dogwood, hazel, hawthorn and crab apple, and set hops and climbers next to it, ready to colonise the fence and connect the hedge. This cover will be essential to garden birds trying to avoid the cats on our street. In a sunny spot I’ve made raised beds, soon to be planted with veg for the kitchen. Although our

garden is only 18x25 feet, this is the only area directly designated to us, save for access paths and log storage. Our toddler and baby may well trample through the long grass and wildflowers, but we have no need for a billiard lawn; we’ll let insects use that space. Owning a garden, however small, is a privilege, pleasure and a responsibility – a responsibility not to lay that land useless to other species. An astonishing 87 per cent of households in the UK have a garden, totalling 400,000 hectares of land – an area nearing double the size of the Lake District. If that land is patio, Astroturf, hard driveway, decking or even fertilised and weekly-mown lawn, or heaven forbid all of the above, it’s hostile to wildlife already hard pressed by our intensively farmed countryside. If, however, that space is seen as shared between man and nature, or even spared by man for nature, then we could create a connected national nature reserve spanning the whole country. I couldn’t think of anything better than being a part of that, and I hope that our scruffy and teeming patch will encourage our neighbours to join up too. &

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C r e a t i v e d i r e c t o r, E v a S o n a i k e WORDS FIONA MCCARTHY PHOTOGRAPHY DAMIAN RUSSELL & ANNA STATHAKI

Eva with, to her left, pieces from her new ceramics range, handmade in Nigeria (price on request)

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Brightly coloured tie-dyed velvets from the new àsà collection in Sage, Indigo, Copper and Gold, all £125m

‘J

ust a little colour can enhance the mood and feel of a room,’ enthuses German-born, London-based

Eva Sonaike. Her love for vibrant patterns and hues inspired her to found her eponymous luxury textiles and soft furnishings brand, infused with a dynamic West African aesthetic, just over a decade ago. Drawing on her family’s Nigerian heritage, and its ‘strong culture of storytelling’, Eva says, she started her first collection as a creative side to her then day job as a fashion journalist. ‘I was on maternity leave and gave our flat a makeover, sewing cushions from African wax fabric,’ she recalls. ‘I really enjoyed it

Pouffes in àsà in Sage, Copper and Gold, £399 each

and began selling to family and friends.’ Today, she runs her interiors company full time, with designs sought after by stores in London, Zurich, New York and Hong Kong, counting interior designers such as Hubert Zandberg as fans. Her ‘bringing colour to life’ collections reflect myriad influences, including the Aburi botanical gardens in Ghana, Yoruba embroidery, childhood memories of rainy skies in Lagos and West African post-colonial architecture. Eva has worked these designs across cushions (made with the Working Well Trust), pouffes, wallpaper and fabric, all manufactured in the UK, while her Nepalese rugs are made in collaboration with the global charity GoodWeave. Her latest collection, àsà, was inspired by traditional Yoruba adire cloth. This old tie-dyed batik technique has been given a rich contemporary feel on soft cotton velvet in shades including dusky pink, fresh green, warm yellow and deep indigo. ‘I wanted to create something subtle and simple, like a breath of fresh air,’ Eva says. ‘I love its versatility.’ Her chic geometrics and stylish palm prints not only champion luxurious African pattern and texture but, with bespoke upholstery and customised colouring services available, can be worked to fit into any space, from industrial modern to relaxed boho. ‘For one client, I upholstered an antique Biedermeier chair with my zigzag Odi fabric. I loved the elegant effect of two such diverse cultures coming together.’ → ■

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Fabrics, from top: Ijoba in Blue, Aburi collection; Aye in Pink, Eko Eclipse collection; Odi in Purple, Falomo collection; Aye in Blue; Ona in Blue, Aburi collection

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Eva has recently added ceramics to her range, alongside the new àsà collection, including the àsà in Indigo pouffe, £399

Lampshade in àsà in Copper velvet, £145; àsà ceramic base, £140; pouffe in àsà in Stone velvet, £399; on wall, àsà wallpaper in Gold, £125 a roll

Okuta in Indigo pouffe, £329; cushion in Ala in Blue (top), £75; àsà large cushion in Indigo, £125

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BRUNCH THE AU S T R A L I A N WA Y IN HIS NEW BOOK AUSTRALIAN FOOD CHEF BILL GRANGER CREATES DELICIOUS RECIPES PERFECT FOR BRINGING A SUNSHINE VIBE TO LAZY DAYS PHOTOGRAPHY MIKKEL VANG

Bill began serving his legendary brunches in Sydney more than 25 years ago

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CHICKPEA PANCAKES WITH SPICED ROASTED VEGETABLES SERVES 4 FOR THE SPICED ROASTED VEGETABLES 1 large cauliflower, broken into florets 3 large carrots, cut into chunks 2 tbsp light-flavoured oil 1 tbsp black mustard seeds 2 tsp cumin seeds 1 tsp coriander seeds, cracked ½ tsp ground turmeric ½ tsp chilli flakes FOR THE CHICKPEA PANCAKES 150g chickpea flour (gram or besan) ½ tsp salt ½ tsp ground cumin 2 spring onions, finely sliced 2cm piece fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 green chilli, deseeded and chopped 1 handful coriander, roughly chopped 2 tbsp light-flavoured oil, for frying

For the spiced roast vegetables, preheat the oven to 230°C/Gas 8. ■ Place the cauliflower and carrots on a baking tray in a single layer. Drizzle ■

COOK’S TIP Serve topped with Greek yogurt, sliced red onion and green chilli, and a handful of coriander leaves. The pancake batter will last a couple of days in the fridge

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with oil and season. Roast for 15 minutes, or until beginning to char. ■ Reduce oven to 200°C/Gas 6, stir in spices and roast for a further 5 minutes. ■ For the pancakes, mix the flour, salt and cumin. Slowly pour in 250ml water, stirring to make a batter. Mix in vegetables, herbs and spices. Set aside for 15 minutes. ■ Heat a little oil in a frying pan over a medium heat. Ladle in a quarter of the batter. Tilt to spread evenly. Cook for 3 minutes. Turn over. Cook for 2 minutes until golden. ■ Turn out on to a plate and spoon over with roasted vegetables.

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SEEDED BREAKFAST MUFFINS MAKES 12 85ml light-flavoured oil 85ml milk 4 large eggs, lightly beaten 300g plain flour 2½ tsp baking powder ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda ½ tsp ground cinnamon 125g soft brown sugar 25g currants 150g blueberries, raspberries or chopped strawberries 1 large banana, sliced, or 1 apple, grated 1 heaped tbsp rolled oats 1 heaped tbsp pumpkin seeds

Preheat the oven to 180°C/Gas 4. Line a 12-hole muffin tin with 12 large muffin cases or squares of brown baking paper to form

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COOK’S TIP Weigh and mix together all the dry ingredients in a bowl and leave it in the fridge. Then, in the morning, stir in the

tulip cases. ■ Mix together the oil, milk and eggs until combined. Put the flour, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda, cinnamon, sugar and currants in a large bowl with a pinch of salt. Pour in the egg mixture and stir to combine. ■ Gently fold in your chosen fruit – we used raspberries and apple. ■ Spoon into the muffin cases and sprinkle with the oats and pumpkin seeds. Bake for 30 minutes, or until a skewer poked into the centre of a muffin comes out clean. Cool on a rack. →

wet ingredients and bake. Muffins warm from the oven – that’s always impressive

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BRUNCH BOWL WITH GREEN TEA NOODLES, EDAMAME AND SALMON SERVES 4 FOR THE MUSHROOM AND WAKAME DASHI 1½ tbsp dashi 1½ tbsp dried wakame 1½ tsp mirin 3 dried shiitake mushrooms 1½ tbsp miso paste 3 fresh shiitake mushrooms, finely sliced FOR THE CUCUMBER AND CARROT PICKLES 1 tbsp rice vinegar ½ tsp caster sugar ½ tsp salt 1 carrot, peeled into ribbons ½ cucumber, peeled into ribbons 200g green tea, soba or buckwheat noodles or brown rice 2 tsp light-flavoured oil 200g edamame beans 2 avocados, halved 4 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted 4 eggs 2 hot smoked salmon fillets, flaked 1 red chilli, finely sliced 4 spring onions, finely sliced 8 radishes, finely sliced 1 handful shiso leaves

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To make the mushroom and wakame dashi, put the dashi, wakame, mirin, dried

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shiitakes and 800ml water in a pan. Bring to the boil, then simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the miso and sliced shiitakes and remove from the heat. ■ For the cucumber and carrot pickles, mix together the vinegar, sugar and salt until dissolved. Add the carrot and cucumber and toss gently. Set aside. ■ Meanwhile, cook the noodles according to the packet instructions, drain and cool under cold water. Drain again and drizzle with the oil to stop them sticking. ■ Cook the edamame in boiling salted water for 4 minutes, then drain well. Coat the avocado halves with sesame seeds. ■ To poach the eggs, bring 5cm water to the boil in a frying pan. Turn off the heat and add the eggs at once. Cover with a tightfitting lid and leave to cook undisturbed for about 3 minutes until the whites are opaque. Remove from the pan and place on kitchen paper. ■ Divide the noodles between 4 bowls. Pour the dashi over the noodles along with some wakame and shiitake mushrooms. ■ Add the edamame, a poached egg, sesame-coated avocado, flaked salmon, chilli, spring onion, radish and shiso. Serve with cucumber and carrot pickles. →

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COOKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S TIP Break the egg directly into the water, carefully opening the two halves of the shell at the surface so the egg slides in

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BAKED GREEN EGGS WITH ROAST TOMATO AND CHILLI SALSA SERVES 4 2 large Roma tomatoes 1 large red chilli 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp sweet smoked paprika 500g Swiss chard or silverbeet 4 tbsp olive oil 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 2 tsp each of ground cardamom, ground coriander, cumin seeds and fennel seeds 200ml double cream Juice of ½ lemon 8 eggs ■

To make the salsa, using tongs, hold

the tomatoes and chilli over a gas flame, or cook under a hot grill, for 5-10 minutes, turning until blackened. Place in an airtight container. Leave for 5 minutes, peel the charred skins and stalks. Halve the tomatoes, discard seeds and chop the flesh. Finely chop the chilli and add to the tomato with the oil and paprika. Set aside. ■ Shred the chard leaves and set aside; finely slice the stalks. Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat, add the stalks, garlic and spices and

COOK’S TIP At the table add a spoonful of sour cream and salsa to the dish. Sprinkle with sweet smoked paprika and serve with sourdough toast

cook for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the shredded leaves with 2-3 tablespoons water and cook for 5-8 minutes, until wilted. Increase heat, pour in the cream and lemon juice and simmer for 3 minutes. Season. ■ Preheat the oven to 200°C/Gas 6. Spoon the chard mixture into 4 250-300ml ovenproof dishes. Make 2 holes in the mixture and crack an egg into each hole. Cover with foil and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the whites are set and the yolks runny.

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YUZU, POPPY SEED & BLACK SESAME LOAF WITH YUZU CURD MAKES 10 SLICES FOR THE LOAF 250g butter, softened 250g caster sugar 4 eggs 250g self-raising flour 40g toasted black sesame seeds, lightly crushed 30g poppy seeds 1 tbsp buttermilk FOR THE YUZU SYRUP 100ml yuzu juice 50g caster sugar FOR THE YUZU CURD Zest and juice of 1 lemon and 1 lime 100ml yuzu juice 100g caster sugar 50g butter 2 eggs, plus 1 egg yolk

Line a 21x10cm loaf tin with baking paper. Preheat oven to 180°C/Gas 4. ■ Cream the butter and sugar together until fluffy. Beat in the eggs one by one. Gently fold in the flour, ■

sesame and poppy seeds. Stir in the buttermilk to loosen the mixture. ■ Spoon into the tin and bake for 40-45 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean from the centre. Meanwhile, for the syrup, gently warm the yuzu juice and sugar in a pan, stirring until dissolved. Simmer until reduced and thickened. ■ While the loaf is still warm, skewer ■

Recipes taken from AUSTRALIAN FOOD by Bill Granger (£20. Murdoch Books)

the top all over. Brush the syrup over to soak in. Leave to cool in the tin. ■ To make the yuzu curd, whisk continuously all ingredients in a pan over low heat. When thickened, blend with a stick blender to remove any lumps. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. &

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CLASSIC ALLURE An extensive collection of cabbageware inspired interior designer Adelaide Bragg to decorate a city apartment with a timeless green palette WORDS FIONA McCARTHY STYLIST TESS NEWMAN-MORRIS PHOTOGRAPHY LISA COHEN

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SITTING ROOM The flooring has a trellislike pattern that reflects Adelaideâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love of timeless English style. Dresser, The Vault Sydney. Lily chair, Soane Britain. Cabbage pottery, including pieces by Anne Gordon and Jean-Paul Gourdon (available through Julia Boston Antiques)

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t isn’t often a cabbage – or indeed an avocado – inspires the colour palette for an entire decorating scheme. And yet, this is exactly what Australian interior designer Adelaide Bragg drew on for the redesign of Jenny Lempriere’s two-bedroom apartment in South Yarra, one of Melbourne’s chicest neighbourhoods.

Jenny’s existing pieces into new context. ‘I like to have a good mixture,’ Jenny enthuses. Antique fruitwood tables and French enfilade side cabinets sit happily alongside graphic works by contemporary Australian artists such as Cressida Campbell and William Delafield Cook; a romantic chinoiserie wallpaper in the master bedroom marries beautifully

Looking to Jenny’s extensive collection of cabbageware china (or lettuceware, a trend in porcelain started in 18th-century Britain) and

with soft cottons and linens in neutral hues. ‘I like the way the dark furniture weighs the rooms down,’ says Adelaide. ‘If you took it away, it would be

Christine Viennet trompe-l’oeil porcelain plates, collected over many decades, Adelaide washed the apartment, from walls to furniture, with a subtle variation of sea and sky hues. ‘The ceramics were such a strong element of the design, we decided to run with their colours throughout the apartment.’ These light, airy shades proved the perfect foil for

too pretty.’ Lending an interior textural depth is one of her signature touches – ‘without layers, rooms can be very flat,’ she says. Walls lined with grasscloth add artful interest – ‘it’s a lovely colour to live with because it’s so calming and sometimes it looks green, sometimes blue,’ enthuses Jenny. Skinny rope braiding finishes off an elegant sofa, while the guest

the heaviness of the apartment’s pre-existing oak beams and the once dark wood columns given a facelift of a plastered finish and painted bright white. The floor-to-ceiling windows of the apartment boast constant views of the surrounding trees, emphasising the shades of green within. With high ceilings and good foundations – ‘we didn’t have to muddle with the layout too much,’ says Adelaide – they reconfigured spaces to create a sophisticated, grown-up inner-city apartment. A third bedroom gave way to make a small study for Jenny’s partner Michael and a previous TV nook off the sitting room was transformed into a working space for Jenny. Off the master bedroom, Adelaide created a bathroom, complete with faux skylight – because ‘as an internal room, it needed a little bit

bathroom’s original white walls were painted and polished to provide a luxurious apple green sheen. ‘There is a subtlety here though, so you don’t actually notice it all at once. I like rooms to look effortless, but it comes with great thought,’ says Adelaide. Jenny’s ceramics – in the shapes of cauliflowers and cabbages, bulbs of fennel and garlic, radishes and melons, some precious, some not – are displayed in custom cabinets or hung in groups on walls ‘to give them strength,’ says Jenny. The infusion of fabrics, furniture and accessories from British suppliers such as Chelsea Textiles and Cox London reflects Adelaide’s original training with Colefax and Fowler in Sydney and her annual buying trips to London and LA. ‘That style of English decorating – where nothing speaks of any era, so it feels timeless – made

of bling in there’ – and a generous dressing room. As much of the design work was decorative, Adelaide (and Jenny’s daughter Camilla, also one of the interior designer’s team) focused on bringing

a huge impact on me,’ Adelaide says. ‘It’s nice to walk into a room and not know where everything is from.’ & ■

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GO-TO COLOUR Green. It softens an interior and I probably put a touch of green into just about every interior that we do. I love

thing to walk into, a visual feast of beautiful, special pieces that are exquisitely made and perfect to collect because they are so timeless.

LAST EXHIBITION VISITED The

BIGGEST INDULGENCE Being able to

National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) puts out a tour every week online where you can walk through different parts of the permanent

shop internationally for beautiful pieces. They

collection with curator Tony Ellwood.

are considered pieces, but they add something special and also marry well with the pieces

INDULGENCE YOU WOULD NEVER FORGO Good soap, scented with

to bring a little bit of the outside in.

and artwork crafted in Australia.

GO-TO BRAND Soane Britain. The Pimlico Road shop is the most wonderful

orange blossom, that fits well into the palm of your hand, particularly from Jo Malone, Buly 1803 and Fragonard.

DINING AREA This space is cleverly separated from the kitchen with a bespoke unit that matches the cabinetry. Cabbage ceramics, for similar try Bordallo Pinheiro. Dining chairs, clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own; re-covered in Amalfi in Amande, Pierre Frey

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SITTING ROOM Different zones work beautifully together â&#x20AC;&#x201C; from the work area at the back to the table for social gatherings. Custom sofa, Rose Tarlow. Cushions in Floral Embroidery in Beige, Chelsea Textiles, and Bellflower in Cornflower, Rose Cumming. Walls in Shang Extra Fine Sisal in Aqua, Thibaut

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SEATING AREA IN MASTER BEDROOM Hand-painted wallpaper creates a bucolic backdrop for this serene space. Walls in Hampton Garden hand-painted chinoiserie, Gracie. Custom sofa in Monterey Woven Texture in Sand, Brunschwig & Fils. Cushions in Daisy Trellis in Indigo/Gold, Chelsea Textiles. Beaujon floor lamp, Currey & Company. Antique side table; for similar, try Antiques World

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MASTER BEDROOM Layering of materials and texture was used to bring a sumptuous feel. Custom Queen Anne headboard in Maroquin in Vanille, Manuel Canovas. Custom bedspread in Trinidad in CrÃ¨me, Pierre Frey; lined in Suffolk Small Check in Mint, Ian Mankin. Onion lamp in Sea Green, Bragg & Co

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MASTER BATHROOM Botanical touches connect this room, with no natural light, to the outdoors. Walls in Block Print Stripe, Farrow & Ball. Antique botanical prints, for similar try John Lewis & Partners. Stool in Marie Antoinette silk taffeta in Aqua, Rubelli

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BEDROOM The bedside table has been covered in grasscloth for added texture. Walls in Tealby Stripe, Colefax and Fowler. Headboard and curtains in Tigger Hallâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nine Muses Jaipur Floral Block; curtains lined in Seaweed in Aqua, Colefax and Fowler

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CHARACTER STUDY This Sussex home with schemes full of glorious hues and personality is the work of interior designer Kate Forman and project designer Will Martin WORDS PENNY BOTTING PHOTOGRAPHY ROB SANDERSON

BACK HALL Kate suggested painting the walls a deep blue to enhance the feeling of warmth and richness. Walls in Prussian, Zoffany. Armchairs from Lorfords; covered in Robert Kime’s Tansy Rust. Vintage lamps, Brownrigg. Flowers throughout from Anna’s Flower Farm

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KITCHEN SEATING AREA The kilim rug, bought at Ardingly Antiques Fair, was the inspiration for this dynamic decor. Ottoman, Puckhaber; covered in vintage suzani fabric. Cupboard, Tallulah Fox. Armchairs, Long Barn. Signature sofa, George Smith

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oming down the elegant sweeping

and pattern – it was an absolute dream job for me.’

drive, with a duck pond on one side and a wooded escarpment on the other, it’s almost impossible to think that the approach to this stunning Sussex property is actually new. Nevertheless, it is and part of an extensive revamping project, both inside and out. The property, a curious amalgam of different styles

Kate worked on the house as a whole to ensure there was a sense of unity, so when she was sourcing products for one room, she often found other items for different areas. One of her first ports of call was Ardingly Antiques Fair in Sussex where she bought four beautiful kilims in one day. These spicy toned rugs provided the basis of the palette for many of the

and periods, overlooks a beautiful 19-acre estate with enviable views of the rolling South Downs. It was this aspect that provided the starting point for the

schemes, as did a fabulous multicoloured statement chandelier, which has been given pride of place in the kitchen. ‘Being brave with colours made this

considerable work undertaken. Today, the key rooms are predominantly south-west facing, but this wasn’t always the case. To redesign the internal space for a better flow, to add light and personality and to capitalise on the stunning views, the clients enlisted the expertise of project designer Will Martin from Albany Martin; and for the interior

project really exciting,’ says Kate. There’s a more dramatic effect in the back hall sitting room, which is a dark, north-facing space. ‘I’m a firm believer that if a room is dark, you should celebrate that, so I used a deep Prussian blue on the walls for a cosy feel,’ explains Kate. ‘Trying to lighten a room can kill its character and you’re left with a

design they chose Kate Forman. ‘It was a huge job,’ explains Will. ‘We moved the front door to the back of the house, extended what is now the drawing room and entrance and introduced a first-floor balustrade. We also replaced the small leaded windows with bigger panes of glass that let in more light and reconfigured the layout downstairs, particularly the kitchen, opening up the rooms to create a sense of cohesion,’ he says. When Will had completed the house’s internal reconfiguration, the flooring and cabinetry, Kate focussed on choosing the textiles and fabrics for the rooms. She has known the client for 20 years and they share a passion for colour and vibrancy. ‘Because there were only a few pieces brought from the clients’ previous home, I was pretty much

space that looks and feels cold.’ At the other end of the scale, softer schemes were achieved using gentle pinks for the master bedroom, and warm gold tones to create a relaxing feel in the drawing room. Most of the items Kate had collated for the project were kept in storage until the structural work was finished. ‘When the clients were ready to move in, everything happened really quickly,’ explains Kate. ‘The curtains went up one day and the furnishings the next so, because we’d planned everything down to the last cushion placement, the house felt like home almost immediately.’ It's clear that both Kate and Will are almost sorry the project is finished. ‘We became very attached to it,’ says Kate. It sounds, though, as if their unique partnership won’t end here. &

sourcing materials from scratch,’ explains Kate. ‘We also have very similar taste, so there was almost no need for a brief, my suggestions were very rarely turned down and I was working with lots of colour

For more information, contact Kate Forman, kateforman.co.uk; Will Martin, albanymartin.com

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KITCHEN The reclaimed elm floorboards are held in place with handmade nails, so each one is unique. Will designed a secret electric hatch that leads to the wine cellar. Units and window seat in Stony Ground; island in Charlotteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Locks, both Farrow & Ball

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BOOT ROOM A decorative wallpaper is a wonderful foil to the more rustic elements. Lhasa wallpaper in Aqua, G P & J Baker. Woodwork in Fired Earthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hummingbird HALL Will designed the staircase and commissioned a cabinetmaker to age the new banister, which he did by hitting the wood with a bunch of keys before French polishing it then hitting it again. York stone flooring, Horsham Stone & Reclamation. Console table, Puckhaber

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LANDING Brilliant patterns bring this space to life. The decorative costume was found in a charity shop in Manchester

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MASTER BEDROOM The mix of folk and Eastern-inspired fabrics is striking but the pale pink walls ensure a serene scheme. Headboard in Isfahan Stripe in Raspberry, Peter Dunham Textiles. Chaise longue, Fifi Leuchars Antiques. The throw is a vintage suzani

BEDROOM Different patterns are united by the use of similar tones and depth of colour. Headboard in Penny Morrison’s Sunda Red. Cushions, Penny Morrison at Tobias and the Angel. Bedside table, Lorfords

CLOAKROOM A chocolate shade on the walls is a luxurious choice. Walls in Spanish Brown, Little Greene. Chair in Samarkand, Ornamenta at Tissus d’Hélène

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POOL HOUSE Will designed the building and its internal fit out, which includes the impressive vaulted ceiling and fireplace. Wicker chairs, Oka. Lampshades, Lorfords

POOL This is the perfect place for the clients’ three grown-up children and their friends to gather

INSIDER INSIGHT Kate Forman shares her style vision and loves

OBJECT YOU WILL NEVER PART WITH A beautiful Ossie Clark dress that belonged to my mother.

BEST GIFT A pair of vintage curtains given to me 20 years ago that inspired me to go into printing.

WORDS TO LIVE BY The mind is everything – what you think, you become.

BIGGEST INDULGENCE An Italian cupboard dating from the 18th century.

SECRET ADDRESS One of my favourite places to source home furnishings is Indigo Antiques in Wiltshire.

PLACE TO VISIT I love Charleston in East Sussex, home to the Bloomsbury Group.

MY STYLE IN THREE WORDS Eclectic, timeless and colourful.

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SUNNY DISPOSITION Luminous colour, lively patterns and an abundance of light lend this grand 1930s home a relaxed and happy spirit FEATURE JULIET BENNING PHOTOGRAPHY AARON LEITZ

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ENTRANCE HALL The beguiling handpainted wallpaper runs up to the top of the house and sets a joyful tone. Traditional Plum Blossom wallpaper, de Gournay. Campion pendant light, The Urban Electric Co

INFORMAL SITTING ROOM Traditional pieces honour the period of the property, while bold colour and designs add modernity. Sofas in Ikat in Ocean; curtains in Fig Leaf, both Peter Dunham Textiles. Ottomans in Great Plains Mohair at Holly Hunt

FORMAL SITTING ROOM Alison created an accessible, bright and comfortable scheme. The large format plaid is an irreverent twist on the classic check motif. Oversize plaid wallpaper by David Bonk. Vintage bamboo Chippendale chairs, Chairish. Hamilton lantern, The Urban Electric Co

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rilliant was one of the first things designer Alison Pickart thought when she took on this San Francisco project. ‘The clients are such an upbeat family that the typical pale, bleached out and neutral palette in San Francisco wouldn’t have suited them,’ she says. ‘Driven by their personalities, I wanted to bring in a fun sense of colour and pattern,

The identity of many of the rooms comes from the wallpaper choices – nowhere more prominent than in the foyer hall and staircase. Beguiling guests from the moment of entry, it’s dressed seductively in a traditional plum blossom hand-painted de Gournay wallpaper. ‘It’s a robin’s egg blue shade with white blossom and the skylight above means the colour graduates from lighter to darker the lower down the

all blending with an underlying preppy vibe.’ Alison’s clients, who are both entrepreneurs, were undeterred by the fact that this corner house in

house you get,’ says Alison. ‘It’s the central point from which everything else plays off,’ she adds. Eager to preserve the home’s handsome

San Francisco’s Presidio Heights neighbourhood had been in the same family for around 40 years and untouched for decades. ‘The house has exposure to natural light and a grand facade with quadruple frontage. My clients, who have four children, also wanted to move closer to their school, and imagined loving the house back to life and making

proportions and architectural details, Alison was also aware that the house shouldn't become too formal or stuffy. ‘Although it is a grand property we wanted it to feel homey and accessible,’ she explains. This has been achieved through a series of twists on more traditional interior motifs. The oversized plaid wallpaper in the sitting room is as unexpected as it is

it their forever home.’ With the house in need of a full renovation, Stephen Sutro of Sutro Architects was enlisted to add a vast basement level with media room, gym, mudroom, laundry and extra guest bedroom suite. ‘It was one of the last projects to get approved before the regulations became tighter, but we still had to adhere to seismic guidelines. The amount of engineering that went into the basement was intense,’ Alison explains. ‘The 12-foot ceilings of the gym are so cavernous, the family jokingly refer to it as the racquet ball court. It’s breathtaking.’ On the ground floor, a new corridor with bar, WC and pantry connected the main reception rooms. ‘This addition gave the house a pleasing circular flow that didn’t previously exist,’ Alison adds. ‘It’s a compressed yet intimate section of the house where I used the blue that’s running through the house but

bold. Riffing with the joyful and naive floral fabric of the club chairs, in combination, the pairing summons an irreverent mood. The main reception rooms are united by the chartreuse of the wallpaper and curtains, and have a cohesive identity despite a host of differing prints and fabrics. ‘Turquoise, camel and green blend with pops of orange and pink. Patterns are mixed in with Uzbek tapestry pillows and art collected from their travels,’ Alison adds. ‘As a family with adopted children, the heritage and culture of their Ethiopian twins was a huge inspiration,’ she elaborates. ‘I took great pleasure in planning how to showcase all the treasures they have accumulated over the years and these details are what really made it feel like a home.’ With so much colour and life, the vitality and joy Alison’s interiors have brought to the home matches the family perfectly. &

took it to a deeper level of saturation, combining it with the lovely Jardin d’Osier print by Hermès.’

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KITCHEN Pale yet interesting with panelling on the ceiling, tiles up to the ceiling and a mix of unit styles. Ravenspoint wall lantern, The Urban Electric Co. Wall tiles, Ann Sacks. Calacatta marble countertop, similar from Marble City

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BUTLER PANTRY AND BAR Painting the walls, ceiling and trim in the same saturated blue gives this space an intimate and dramatic quality. Blinds in Jardin d’Osier, Hermès. Walls in Galápagos Turquoise, Benjamin Moore. Vintage brass bell-shaped pendants, 1stDibs

FIRST FLOOR LANDING Alison arranged that fewer branches be painted on the wallpaper where the family photos are displayed. The skylight was enlarged to provide greater illumination through the centre of the house. Traditional Plum Blossom wallpaper, de Gournay

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DAUGHTER’S BEDROOM One modern print used throughout – on the bed, blind and walls – delivers a striking look, while the upper bunk is perfect for slumber parties. Wallpaper, bed and blinds in Tuk Tuk Sunflower, Kerri Rosenthal. Blanche ruched duvet cover, La Redoute, is similar

GUEST EN SUITE The rooms in the basement have a more modern feel. Here, a saturated blue tone pairs beautifully with the bronze tap fittings. Henry taps, Waterworks. Tiles, Popham Design. Source a large round mirror at Cox & Cox

INSIDER INSIGHT Alison Pickart shares her style inspiration and loves

SECRET SOURCE Kerri Rosenthal, the artist who designed some of the wallpaper we used.

BIGGEST INDULGENCE The de Gournay wallpaper. My client hesitated due to the price but her husband said, ‘As you love it you should have it. It will make you happy.’

GO-TO COLOUR Farrow & Ball’s Pointing. It’s so perfect and creamy – a good complement to many palettes.

SMALL CHANG, BIG IMPACT Opening the connecting thoroughfare on the ground floor. It’s been critical to creating a modern flow.

FAVOURITE BUILDING The Milwaukee Art Museum in Wisconsin. It has a moveable component so the ‘ribcage’ sits over glass and can open like a bird.

LAST PODCAST DOWNLOADED The Daily from The New York Times.

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THE BRIGHT SIDE Samantha Todhunter’s vibrant makeover has turned a derelict cowshed into a delightful bolthole for her clients’ family and guests WORDS RACHEL LEEDHAM PHOTOGRAPHY JONATHAN BOND

ENTRANCE The original beams and stone wall are juxtaposed with a steel staircase in this light-filled space. Venetian glass pendant, The Decorative Antiques & Textiles Fair. Table, La Maison Chic. Rug, Lorfords. Building work, Hammond Building Contractors

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SEATING AREA In the open-plan living space, the remit was to create a joyous scheme full of colour. Armchair and blind in Sintra in Multi, G P & J Baker. Bespoke Howard sectional sofa, Samantha Todhunter Design; covered in Craft linen in Indigo, Pierre Frey

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hen the owner of this former cowshed in Dorset acquired the ramshackle stone structure four years ago, it was still very much in the state its bovine occupants had left it when they decamped a good two decades previously. ‘I poked my head inside and thought how the heck will this become a wonderful space to spend time in,’ she admits. She and her husband had their eye on the cowshed and the neighbouring threshing barn ever since they bought their 16th-century farmhouse in the Stour Valley 20 years ago. ‘These buildings were once part of the farm and we always thought they would make lovely accommodation for our grown children, their families and friends,’ she recounts. When they bought the farm buildings, the couple were nearing the end of an extensive refurbishment of the farmhouse, collaborating with architecture firm Llewellyn Harker Lowe and interior designer Samantha Todhunter. ‘The architects have worked on a lot of historic buildings in the West Country and so we knew the barns would be in good hands,’ explains the owner, adding, ‘Their stamp is that they always seem to succeed in giving a building a bit more presence and perhaps an element of surprise.’ The cowshed dates to the late 19th century and is the larger and more recent of the two barns (the threshing barn will feature in the May issue). ‘We wanted to show the workings of the building – all the beautiful old trusses and purlins,’ says the owner of the aesthetic, which sees the rugged timber frame juxtaposed with an unabashedly modern steel structure and generous Crittall openings that pull light into the building. True to form, the architects have given the cowshed that extra oomph, celebrating its volumes with a soaring double-height entrance and steel staircase; a second side entrance

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opens into an extra-wide hallway. ‘You could play a game of cricket in that hallway,’ says the owner. It is the owners’ sociable nature and sense of fun that was at the heart of their brief to Samantha, who not only helped select the furnishings but also the key finishes for the bathrooms and kitchen, as well as the fabulously textural sawn oak floor that unites all the spaces. ‘The barn needed to be cosy, comfortable and practical, and it had to work for all generations,’ explains Samantha. ‘Nothing could be too precious; they wanted it to be easy for little ones to crawl around or play hide-and-seek.’ So, furniture is robust, from a bespoke, slouchy sofa in practical denim-hued linen to sturdy antiques sourced by Samantha and the owner. Fabrics bring joyous touches, such as an exuberant embroidered stripe that has been used on a pair of armchairs and to dress the expanses of glazing in the large openplan living space. The fabric nicely complements the kitchen, which forms part of this room and has cabinetry in a punchy shade of green. ‘The owner was adamant about a Hunter green kitchen so I was equally adamant that we would have to have dark worktops – the combination of green and black definitely has the edge,’ Samantha insists. Having previously decorated the owners’ London home, this is Samantha’s third project for them, and the sense of ease and familiarity between designer and clients is reflected in the effortless way in which the barn has been transformed. ‘It was tremendous fun,’ says Samantha. ‘My client has a fantastic eye and had a very clear picture of what she and her husband wanted – essentially, we’ve created a canvas for people of all ages to kick back and enjoy themselves.’ & Samantha Todhunter Design, samantha todhunter.com; @samanthatodhunterdesign; Llewellyn Harker Lowe, llewellynharker.com

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ENTRANCE Glazed doors create a sense of openness and offer views to the terrace and countryside beyond. The elephant was from an antiques shop in India. Windows and doors, Crittall Windows. Bench, The Decorative Antiques & Textiles Fair

KITCHEN The punchy green units are tempered by the dark quartz worktops. Cabinetry, designed by Samantha Todhunter Design and made by Spiral Interiors & Joinery; painted in Hunter Dunn, Paint & Paper Library. Worktops, Caesarstone

DINING AREA Pretty pendants help to define this space within the large living room. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;They can be pulled down to create a cosy ambience,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; says Samantha. Christie rise and fall lights, Original BTC. Table and chairs, The Decorative Antiques & Textiles Fair

UTILITY ROOM Panelled doors are complemented by a similar wall treatment. Cabinetry, designed by Samantha Todhunter Design and made by Spiral Interiors & Joinery; painted in Railings, Farrow & Ball. Regent lever tap, Barber Wilsons & Co

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BEDROOM An exposed stone wall adds to the charm of this space, where guests can enjoy a leisurely soak in their room. La Rochelle bath, The Cast Iron Bath Company. Rander ceramic stool, Oka. Tulu rug, Ornate Rugs

BATHROOM Tongue and groove is a pleasing foil to an industrial-style mirror. Try the folding mirror in Black, Cox & Cox. Arcade pedestal basin, UK Bathroom Warehouse. Rixy woven basket, La Redoute

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BEDROOM A vibrant geometric linen informed this fresh green and white scheme. Headboard, valance, cushions and curtains in Ravenna, Christopher Farr Cloth. Kashmiri blanket, Torna Lucia. Antique botanical prints, Etalage

LANDING The client had owned this pair of Portuguese chairs for years and found the perfect spot for them on this galleried space. Foglio wall lights, Flos. Henley sawn oak flooring, Havwoods

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INSIDER INSIGHT Samantha Todhunter shares her style vision and loves

BIGGEST INDULGENCE The Crittall windows and doors. They add a modern face – I wanted to avoid a pastiche barn narrative.

YOUR STYLE IN THREE WORDS Luxe, laid-back, chic. GO-TO COLOUR Right now – dirty pink! LAST THING YOU BOUGHT FOR YOUR HOME A pair of adorable, very low-to-the-ground footstools. They slip neatly under a chair and are really useful.

WHAT’S CURRENTLY INSPIRING YOU Lattice – on interior walls, wardrobe doors, vanity drawers and so on.

BEDROOM Samantha left the wall behind the bed in its natural plastered state. ‘I’m glad we did as it’s the perfect pink,’ she says. Headboard in Haveli in Pink, Penny Morrison. Square cushion in Fez Weave in Vintage, Guy Goodfellow Collection

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GIFTS FOR ALL SEASONS Cleverly crafted planting schemes produce an evolving picture throughout the year in this modern country garden in Buckinghamshire WORDS ZIA ALLAWAY PHOTOGRAPHY ROSANGELA PHOTOGRAPHY/STEFANO MARINAZ

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As summer arrives the crab apples evolve into a leafy green screen and the meadow bursts into flower

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The leaves of bugbane (Actaea simplex Atropurpurea Group) mingle with the dainty white bell-like flowers of Chinese meadow rue (Thalictrum delavayi â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Albumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;) in summer

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Early summer sees the white ox-eye daisies in the perennial meadow appear among the grasses

urrounded by the stunningly beautiful Buckinghamshire countryside, the garden at the Gate House celebrates the natural cycle of the seasons, with each month offering an evolving kaleidoscope of plants designed to delight the senses. Landscape architect Stefano Marinaz’s inspiration for this family garden near Gerrards Cross was the rare heathland and pine woods that bleed into the property to the rear and stretch out beyond its boundaries on all sides. He also took his cue from the architecture of the buildings, creating a connection between the early 20th-century house and its sleek new cedar-clad extension. ‘The owner contacted me when work had begun on the extension and he wanted a new design to complement it,’ explains Stefano. ‘It was good timing, because the first thing I decided to do was to move the car park from in front of the house to the side, which we tagged on to the extension build.’ The front garden was originally laid to lawn and the owners were keen to keep some grass, but were otherwise

open to ideas. While this gave Stefano the artistic freedom to do as he pleased, his instinct was to create a design that would complement the natural landscape. ‘I decided to use a palette of seasonal bulbs and perennials in the courtyard in front of the extension, with structure supplied by pleached crab apples,’ he says. ‘These partly mask the building as you enter the property, revealing the planting and the house gradually as you walk up the path.’ To increase biodiversity yet still offer a sward of grass, Stefano designed a perennial wildflower meadow that greets visitors with a sea of blooms in spring and summer. ‘After the meadow is cut in late summer, it just looks like a lawn for half the year,’ he explains. ‘But as summer approaches it explodes with flowers and draws in bees and butterflies that animate the space, bringing it to life.’ In addition to the meadow, he has also edged the property with a wildlife-friendly hornbeam hedge. Stefano replaced the wooden fence that divided the front and back gardens with a set of yew hedges clipped into playful wave-like shapes, an idea →

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Stefano planted the yew hedges and cut them almost immediately to create an instant feature

inspired by the garden of the famous Dutch plantsman Piet Oudolf. A grass path meanders through the hedges and opens up to reveal a large lawn behind the house, which provides space for the client’s three children to play. Beyond the lawn lies a couple of acres of natural heathland and pine forest. Here, Stefano has mown paths through the trees and augmented the existing grasses, ferns and rhododendrons with climbing roses, spring bulbs and witch hazel – with its colourful, fragrant winter flowers – to increase the interest throughout the year. The planting in front of the house was chosen to complement the white building and Japanese-style burnt sugi-board (carbonised cedar) cladding on

autumn. The late summer-flowering perennial Actaea simplex Atropurpurea Group and shrubby black elder, Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla ‘Eva’ (syn. ‘Black lace’), sport both dark foliage and white flowers, offering two for one in this duotone scheme. Year-round interest isn’t forgotten closer to the house either. ‘I’ve used combinations of dogwoods (Cornus sanguinea ‘Midwinter Fire’), hellebores and daphnes, which have fragrant winter flowers, in the large pots on either side of the front door to introduce some permanent colour and texture,’ says Stefano. Despite the seemingly complex planting design, the front garden needs very little maintenance. The pleached crab trees just require an annual prune in late winter, and the perennials in the

the extension. Stefano says: ‘Many of the bulbs are white or black to pick up these colours, and include snowdrops in February and March, followed by the tulips ‘Angel’s Wish’ and ‘Queen of Night’. Then come the white alliums (‘Mount Everest’ and allium nigrum) and black-flowered Iris chrysographes in late May, with white cyclamen following on in

courtyard are cut back at about the same time. The meadow is mown once a year in late summer, after the flowers have gone to seed, and the cuttings are then removed a few days later and composted. The result is an easy-care, modern garden that the owners love for its panorama of plants that deliver surprises for 12 months of the year. &

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“I LOVE THE PLANTS IN THE COURTYARD, STARTING IN SPRING WITH TINY BULBS AND ENDING AS THE SUMMER FLOWERS TURN INTO BRONZE SEED HEADS OVER WINTER”

White astrantias and Molinia caerulea grasses are picked out by the morning sun, creating a striking contrast with the black extension

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Stefano has left the natural woodland at the back of the house almost untouched, simply lining the mown pathways with pruned stems

“MY FAVOURITE PLANT IN MARCH IS SWEET BOX, ITS TINY UNASSUMING WHITE FLOWERS INFUSING THE AIR WITH THEIR WONDERFUL SCENT”

GARDEN GUIDE ORIENTATION The front garden is north-facing.

SOIL TYPE Imported sandy-loam soil at the front; poor, slightly acidic soil in the woodland area at the back. SPECIAL FEATURES Courtyard featuring bulbs, perennial plants and pleached crab apple screen; perennial wildflower meadow; sculptural yew walkway; play lawn; natural heathland and woods. GARDEN DESIGN Stefano Marinaz, Stefano Marinaz Landscape Architecture, 020 3727 7264/075150 23 760, stefanomarinaz.com

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Chinese meadow rue Thalictrum delavayi ‘Album’ (above, right) produces a profusion of dainty white flowers on tall stems in late summer

The fragrant blooms of sweet box (Sarcococca confusa), above far right, are followed by long-lasting berries

White astrantias and purple summerflowering alliums (right) are dotted amongst the Molinia caerulea grasses

The black elder Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla ‘Eva’, far right, has nearblack foliage with sprays of creamy white spring flowers

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Known for its calming and restorative nature, green is the perfect antidote to the turbulence of the past year. No surprise then that there are several shades to choose from in Ca’ Pietra’s new paint collection. But it’s the slight moodiness of Ander’s Rock that is instantly captivating. With a hint of heritage, it brings a warmth that is particularly beneficial to north-facing rooms and it will deliver a cosy feel to smaller spaces. It mixes beautifully with wood tones, giving the room a nature-inspired feel, or can be a delightful backdrop for more vibrant reds, pinks and mustards. Wall in Ander’s Rock proper matt emulsion, £46 for 2.5ltr, Ca’ Pietra

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PERFECT MATCH WHICH SHADES WORK WELL TOGETHER? INTERIOR DESIGNERS AND COLOUR EXPERTS REVEAL HOW TO TEAM TONES FOR DIFFERENT EFFECTS

CREATING HARMONY There are no hard and fast rules about what colours should be paired but we can learn a huge amount from nature, where colours harmonise and partner naturally. Colours never need to match; they just need to sit happily together. Look at how they react with each other – some will recede while others will demand attention. When using different shades

FEATURE ARABELLA YOUENS PHOTOGRAPH (CREATING HARMONY) JAMES MERRELL, (BALANCING ACT) BENOIT LINERO

Farrow & Ball’s India Yellow sits pleasingly against deep grey Down Pipe in the adjoining room as they have the same tonal weight

in adjoining rooms (left), they should both have the same tonal weight. For example, rich India Yellow in one room sits compatibly alongside leaden Down Pipe in the next because neither feels more important than the other. JOA STUDHOLME, colour curator, Farrow & Ball, farrow-ball.com

BALANCING ACT I wanted to push boundaries when it came to the colour combinations at the Parisian Hotel Les Deux Gares (right) and to challenge the idea that guests always want to stay in bland boxes. However, I don’t believe in throwing a rainbow of colours at a room: there needs to be balance and control. So, we have an olive-green bedroom with orange woodwork, and a violet one with emerald woodwork. The ceilings are painted a caramel tan tone, while the carpets feature a geometric blank and beige pattern. The tension between the black and the warm neutrals and punchy tones is what makes the rooms exciting and, I hope, elegant instead of overly sugary. LUKE EDWARD HALL, lukeedwardhall.com →

To control these bright, strong colours, Luke Edward Hall mixed them with darker elements such as black, plus white and wood

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COMPARE AND CONTRAST Colour pairing is essential when creating a tranquil environment (right). Usually we tend to paint the skirting and doors in a different colour from the walls to create definition and add interest to a room. For me, there are no rules. It is more about how the colour combinations make you feel – I’ve seen some that I would never have dreamed of pairing but that look wonderful. The only thing I won’t do is team brilliant white with other colours; I find it is too harsh and cold, especially in the UK where the light is grey. If I use white, I always add some of my favourite pigments, such as raw and burnt umber or yellow ochre, to achieve warmth and depth and ultimately add more visual interest. FRANCESCA WEZEL, founder, Francesca’s Paints, francescaspaint.com

Decorator Libby Lord, libbylorddesign.com, has contrasted bold pink Rudranath Temple with Giacomo’s Cement, both Francesca’s Paints, for a sense of calm

SATURATION POINT Our signature colour combination is pink and green (left) – we love the vibrancy and boldness that it brings. You can do it in a chic, muted way as we might have seen in the Georgian era, or turn up the saturation and suddenly it looks young and fun, almost tropical. I think this works particularly well in a bathroom, where you can be braver with colour and inject bright pure glossiness with tiles. If you surround yourself with tones that make you feel happy, your home will be your sanctuary. This bathroom is one of my favourites: it is bright, joyful and uplifting. LUCY BARLOW, founder, Barlow & Barlow, barlowandbarlow.com

Lucy Barlow teamed crackle metro tiles in bottle green with a candy pink basin for this vibrant bathroom scheme

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NATURAL TONES The tones that help us to concentrate are the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;base coloursâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; of nature but adapted to indoor lighting. Paler nuances of blue and green aid focus so are ideal for working environments such as home offices as well as reading rooms and libraries, and they are particularly effective when using paint made from natural pigments. Other elements that create a good area to work in, and also bring harmonious colours to a space, are green plants, which increase the ability to focus and boost the immune system, and lots of natural materials such as wood, which is thought to have the power to lower stress levels and blood pressure when you touch it. DAGNY THURMANN-MOE, creative director, KOI Colour Studio, koifargestudio.no

Dagny Thurmann-Moe has created a relaxing scheme with walls in Belgian Wilderness and ceiling in Steel Blue, both Pure & Original, pure-original.com

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BE INSPIRED BY THESE DECORATIVE IDEAS FOR BEDROOMS, FROM STANDOUT PATTERNS TO SURPRISING TOUCHES

SIZE IT UP The headboard you choose will set the tone of your bedroom and opting for an oversized statement style can help anchor the space. In this Terrace Suite at Kit Kemp’s The Soho Hotel, the master bedroom features a hand-embroidered applique headboard created in collaboration with fashion designer Clio Peppiatt and inspired by the local Soho music scene. For your own scheme, consider creating a headboard with your favourite fabric for a finish that feels personal. For this, a stockist to know is Ensemblier London. Go for a wall-mounted design that also sits on the floor for support and finish with studwork or a contrasting pipework for a luxurious hotel-style look. →

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“BEYOND JUST DECORATION, THE OF A SCENIC WALLPAPER WITHIN A BEDROOM CREATES EXPANSIVE SURROUNDINGS AT AN INTIMATE SCALE” CLAUD CECIL GURNEY, founder of de Gournay

STORY TIME

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INTO THE WOODS

Wallpaper doesn’t have to be pasted across the whole of your wall. Here, a characterful mural has been applied in panels for a window-style effect. Design by Stewart Manger Interior Design. Hand-painted Rateau on Deep Rich Gold gilded paper by de Gournay.

Picking a palette of one core colour and using different tones of it is a way to be bold without incidentally clashing. Wendi Wolf Lewitt designed this cocooning bedroom as such, with built-in open shelving, too, so personal belongings can be displayed.

Timber cladding is a great way of adding texture to a space if wallpaper isn’t your thing. It is relatively easy to apply with brands such as NatureWall offering self-adhesive designs. It is paired here with Bedfolk’s cotton bedding in Snow, £99 for a double set.

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PAPER THE CEILING For those who prefer a more neutral look it’s wise to think about ways of adding details to a space to prevent it from feeling too stark. A textured cushion or patterned curtain may be the first ideas that spring to mind, but have you considered decorating the ceiling? All too often the ‘fifth wall’ is left untouched but it can be a great opportunity to incorporate colour or pattern. We love how this Nuvolette wallpaper by Fornasetti for Cole & Son provides a playful ‘head in the clouds’ moment, yet doesn’t detract from the simple scheme by Gunter & Co in this Grade II-listed house in Chelsea. A design on your ceiling is best enjoyed when in bed, so choose a pattern that is calming to look at. →

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Painting both walls and ceiling in the same colour can create a cocooning feel. Soft greens were used in this garden-inspired room and adding leafy patterns and florals works well as they’re all based on the same colour palette. The Colefax and Fowler curtains tie in nicely with the headboard covered in Rapture & Wright’s Walled Garden fabric. It shows how accessories can help bring the design to life – including the Wisteria lamps with Empire shades in Cloud Chevrons by Pooky. Knightsbridge headboard, The Odd Chair Company. Tapa Kahala quilt; Osborne oblong cushion; Kemble cushion (centre back), all Wicklewood. Rosita cushions, £110 each, William Yeoward. Florentine rug, Woven.

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PHOTOGRAPHS (STICK WITH NATURE) CHRIS EVERARD/FUTURECONTENTHUB.COM; (COLOUR POP) ALECIA NEO/FUTURECONTENTHUB.COM; (MARBLE MARVEL) DAVIDE LOVATTI/FUTURECONTENTHUB.COM STYLING (MARBLE MARVEL) CLAUDIA BRYANT

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“BEDROOMS ARE OUR PRIVATE INNER SANCTUARIES AND GIVEN THAT ARTWORK IS SUCH A PERSONAL CHOICE, IT CAN BE USED TO ELEVATE SCHEMES AND PROVIDE A SENSE OF IDENTITY” ROSLYNKEET, associate director, David Collins Studio

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MARBLE MARVEL

WORK OF ART

A bold paint job is often all it takes to give antique furniture a new lease of life, which interior designer Elizabeth Hay has done with these two locally found beds. The deep red makes a bold statement, so paler tones were applied to the walls for balance.

Decoration is all about accessories. A quick way to incorporate more detail into your scheme is with cushions, throws and lampshades (check out Rosi de Ruig for marbled shades). You can switch these out easily, season to season, or as your mood changes.

‘Wall art plays a critical role in establishing the overall atmosphere in a space,’ says Roslyn Keet, associate director of David Collins Studio. ‘A series of pictures placed together adds a strong focal point and is a great way to bring interest to plain walls.’ →

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Panelling is a popular way to add character to your walls and there are plenty of techniques to try. Consider cladding half or three-quarters of the height of your walls and painting the wood in a contrasting colour. Test out the shades in your room before committing, to see what they look like in different lights. The woodwork here is finished in Paint & Paper Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Blue Gum, which looks much brighter as light floods the space, complementing the headboard and curtains. The tongue and groove design not only adds an interesting visual element but is practical, too, as it allows the wiring of the light and touchscreen below to be hidden and has created a shelf for pictures above.

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INSIDER INSIGHT BEDROOM DESIGN IS ALL IN THE DETAILS – JUST ASK THE EXPERTS PATTERN PLAY ‘Mixing patterns is one of the most enjoyable parts of a design scheme,’ says textile designer Bethie Tricks. ‘I tend to use the rule of

help to create a cosy, cocooning environment where you can wrap yourself up and escape from it all.’

three as a starting point – pulling together patterns that share a similar colour or design element to ensure they echo each other subtly while adding variety and a sense of continuity. Using the biggest pattern on the floor in the form of a rug helps to anchor a space. Apply another on one of the main pieces of furniture, such as a headboard or armchair,

STYLISH STORAGE ‘Bespoke fitted

and finish with either a patterned wallpaper or curtain fabric. You can then pick out colours from these patterns to finish the scheme when choosing

design that is as individual as you are. You can specify materials and colours to match your room scheme or existing items of furniture, and a style

your bedding and other decorative accessories.’

that suits your taste and type of property.’ &

furniture allows you to create a tailored storage solution that not only maximises use of the space but is also designed to suit what you want to put away and what you want to display,’ says Roselind Wilson, owner and director of Roselind Wilson Design. ‘It’s also the perfect opportunity to create a statement

FOCAL POINTS ‘Bedrooms are deeply personal spaces and should be decorated accordingly,’ says Joa Studholme, Farrow & Ball’s colour curator. ‘If you are tempted to just have a feature wall of wallpaper, then it is best to use the

“FABRICS ARE A REALLY EFFORTLESS WAY TO ADD A

wall behind the bed to ground the room. But if you are feeling daring you might consider using wallpaper on the ceiling – you will spend a lot of time admiring it from bed!’

DECORATIVE ELEMENT TO A BEDROOM. UPHOLSTERED PIECES, SUCH AS A HEADBOARD OR CHAIR, CAN

PICK YOUR PALETTE ‘The bedroom is

ACT AS A STARTING POINT

somewhere you want to relax, unwind and switch off from the everyday. Tranquil blue tones and calming neutrals are known for their relaxing and regenerative powers,’ explains Zoffany designer Peter Gomez. ‘Using muted, pared-back hues will create a sophisticated and soothing space. If you want something a bit warmer, a shade like pewter will

FOR THE REST OF THE ROOM” HAYLEY McAFEE, design director of Villa Nova

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Based in Devon, award-winning brand Naturalmat has been crafting organic beds and mattresses from sustainable and renewable materials for more than 20 years. Look out for the H&G collection of shapely designs. naturalmat.co.uk

Specialising in luxury handcrafted beds and bedroom furniture, And So To Bed sells beautiful own-brand pieces alongside products by leading brands such as Tempur and Vispring. Its linens are also worth a look. andsotobed.co.uk

From cushions and rugs to trunks and wardrobes, Oka’s designs take influence from across the globe and you can shop both online and in stores around the UK. The brand also offers its own interior design service. oka.com

Offering beds, mattresses and free-standing furniture, Feather & Black has been creating timeless classic designs since 2004, and now has luxury bed linen sets so you can shop the whole room in one place. featherandblack.com

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HOW T O DE S IG N A PA T IO AS GARDENS ARE INCREASINGLY BECOMING AN EXTENSION OF OUR HOMES, PATIOS ARE THE KEY TO A FUNCTIONAL OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE

We have come to expect so much from our gardens

PROVIDING SHELTER Form follows

of late. So when it comes to designing the main elements, such as patios, they must simultaneously act as vibrant social hubs furnished for dining and entertaining, and areas for quiet moments of reflection to escape the stresses of the day. Striking such a balance takes careful consideration. Finding

function for garden designer Peter Reader MSGD; he recommends a ‘shelter’ only if the client needs or wants it, or if the site or aspect demands it. Pergolas are good for adding height, structure and atmosphere to a patio space, and create a dappled shade rather than a full sun block. They are perfect

the perfect location is the first step; a spot that catches the light at the right time of day, but that is also conveniently situated close to the house or

for training scented climbers up, which will give your patio a sense of secluded serenity.

sufficiently equipped to provide everything you need. The intended function of the space will ultimately dictate the outcome of the design.

WATER WORKS ‘Water features are in high

has been a big shift in both materials and finishes used in patio design over the past few years. Porcelain is becoming increasingly popular, according to Cassandra Crouch, a member of the Society of Garden Designers (MSGD), primarily due to its low-maintenance requirements and the wide variety of colours and finishes available. ‘Porcelain can provide a clean, more contemporary look,’ she says. ‘To avoid designs feeling cold or hard, I use planting to soften this.’

INCORPORATING PLANTING When composing a planting scheme for a patio, work with the characteristics of the plants to optimise the space. Landscape architect Oliver Bond MSGD uses tall plants to frame the area and screen at the rear of beds, and short or creeping varieties that overhang the hard edges of paving to soften the division between the two. ‘I incorporate a planting palette that provides form, structure, colour, aromas and sounds, along with tactile and edible elements,’ he explains. ‘It’s important to provide stimuli for all the senses throughout the year, to allow the patio space to inspire and entice.’

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installed a small contemporary water feature that doubles as an ice bucket for social gatherings.’

DON’ T FORGET COSTING There’s the all important matter of money. Garden designer Cherry Mills MSGD advises, ‘There’s a vast range of natural stone and manufactured paving available at different prices. But remember to factor in the cost of preparing the ground for landscaping, and of laying the base material and the labour to install the paving.’

“PLANTING AND FURNITURE ARE FUNDAMENTAL TO A PATIO AREA. THEIR IMPACT CAN BE GREATER THAN THAT OF THE HARD LANDSCAPING – THEY SHOW YOUR INDIVIDUALITY” OLIVER BOND, landscape architect

FEATURE TERESA CONWAY

MATERIAL CONSIDERATIONS There

demand,’ says Oliver, ‘mainly as a focal point, but also because the sound of water or the calmness of a still mirror pool will transform a garden into a tranquil space. Water features can be functional and versatile; they can provide habitats for wildlife or be used in innovative ways – I recently designed and

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In order to make the patio an extension of the home, Oliver Bond replicates the interior elements, such as flooring materials, colours, furniture style and architectural details

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FINDING THE RIGHT MATERIAL Renowned garden designer Butter Wakefield offers the advice you need to make the best choice

BE SYMPATHETIC TO LOCALITY At my garden design studio, we tend to choose a paving material that either directly reflects aspects of the architecture of the house or elements of the interior design. We also like to create pattern within the paving, so we often specify a smaller paving unit, sett or brick to use in conjunction with a larger format. The more interest and pattern we can create in the paving, the more visually pleasing the overall scheme.

WOOD FOR DECKED PATIOS It is worth spending a bit more on hardwood decking, sustainably sourced, as this produces the best and most long-lasting results. We prefer ipe, iroko or teak, in as wide a board as possible, which is usually around 140mm. We tend to specify concealed milled joints; this means the boards slot together side to side, avoiding the need for surface-mounted screws.

Moortel bricks and have created quite a few patio schemes recently using these. The Ancienne Belgique range is a particular favourite as they are the most delightful size, full of character and charm. We also often choose Durlston Driveway and Stableyard cobbles and setts from Allgreen Group to add interest and pattern in paving.

ENVIRONMENTAL OPTIONS Stone sourced and supplied in the UK is certainly more environmentally friendly than a granite sourced and shipped from China, for instance. Allgreen Group produces a wonderful range and is based in the UK.

Here, Butter Wakefield has used Ancienne Belgique pavers in Oyster Grey from Vande Moortel

“THE VANDE MOORTEL DARK BRICKS DON’T STAIN OR SHOW MARKINGS FROM LEAF LITTER OR SOIL, AND THERE IS VERY LITTLE IF ANY UPKEEP” BUTTER WAKEFIELD, garden designer

THE SOURCEBOOK: STOCKISTS TO CONSIDER VINCENT SHEPPARD

TILE GIANT

VANDE MOORTEL

JOHNSONS WELLFIELD

Designers of indoor and outdoor furniture since 1992, the team at Vincent Sheppard works closely with local communities to preserve traditional manufacturing techniques. vincentsheppard.com

The go-to retailer for all things tiling, including the Homes & Gardens collection. It covers tools and accessories as well as an extensive array of tiling options from mosaic to natural stone. tilegiant.co.uk

Butter Wakefield uses this company’s slender Belgian bricks to create stunning patterns for her patios and paths. vandemoortel.co.uk

For sawn York stone, this quarry on the outskirts of Huddersfield produces beautiful, consistent, blemish-free stone that weathers beautifully. johnsons-wellfield.co.uk

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PHOTOGRAPHS (VANDE MOORTEL) JASON INGRAM, (LUCIANO GIUBBILEI) JAN BALDWIN, (ROUND TABLE AND CHAIRS) FUTURECONTENTHUB.COM

BRICK CHOICES We love Belgian Vande

The simplest way of creating a welcoming spot for alfresco meals is with a generous table and comfy chairs on a paved patio near the house (above, left)

Cassandra Crouch recommends wrapping planting around edges to soften them (above) or to incorporate beds within a terrace to help create different rooms

Custom-made furniture ensures a seamless design. Garden design and bespoke furniture (left), Luciano Giubbilei, lucianogiubbilei.com

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MODERN CL ASSICS R e i m a g i n i n g t r a d i t i o n a l p a t t e r n s f o r t h e h e r e a n d n o w, To p p s T i l e s o f f e r s a s t r i k i n g w a y t o t r a n s f o r m y o u r s c h e m e s Create a statement shower room with the decorative monochrome Berkeley Essence Graphite tiles, £69.99sq m

THOUGH all decor can be considered a form of

In an evocation of the art deco era, these interlocking tiles turn attention to the floor. Gatzby tiles, 59.96sq m. On walls: Zellica Forest Green tiles, £68.75sq m

self-expression, pattern undoubtedly wears the crown. Vivid and vibrant or intriguingly subtle, it sings out its message from walls, floors and furnishings. With an eye to using pattern in contemporary ways, Topps Tiles has drawn from former design eras, adapting traditional shapes and hues to come up with fresh colour palettes and new ways of laying tiles. For maximum impact in a walk-in shower area, consider bringing in a sense of mood and drama with the ornate Berkeley Essence design, inspired by the magnificent balustrade of the staircase at architect William Kent’s 44 Berkeley Square in London’s Mayfair. The design is part of the Topps Tiles Statements range, in a format influenced by traditional

for ease of laying, each tile is divided by pre-scored lines to give the impression of four smaller ones. Motifs from the art deco period have long been an inspiration for bathroom designers. The Gatzby tile picks up on this, with a monochromatic palette of marble-effect strips arranged to create a lively interlocking diamond pattern. Team it with sultry dark-tiled walls for a contemporary spin. Once an afterthought in a scheme, flooring has taken up a leading role. In a new interpretation of the classic black-and-white tiled floor, Darlington from the Victorian Flooring range adds a zing of vibrant blue to the mix, with a design of triangles. For a bespoke effect, it can be completed with diamond and triple strip borders. The interlocking

encaustic methods. Though produced in a large size

tiles come on a mesh back for accurate installation.

FIND OUT MORE At toppstiles.co.uk you can view the entire range. Or call 0800 783 6262 to find your nearest store, where you can get practical advice from in-store tiling experts. Instagram @toppstiles

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WORDS CAROLINE RODRIGUES

The Darlington Blue tiles, £199.03sq m, are a stunning update on traditional Victorian designs. On walls: Minton Hollins Roker Sea Mist tiles, from £101.78sq m

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THIS DEDICATED SECTION SHOWCASES STYLISH LAUNCHES, INNOVATIVE IDEAS AND INSPIRATIONAL DESIGN

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Italian heritage designers Officine Gullo and pioneering British makers Smallbone have joined together to create a new kitchen force to be reckoned with. Smallbone’s Iconic collection is a fusion of both brands, powered by the Italian makers’ specialist cooking appliances. In addition, sinks and taps – showcasing Officine Gullo’s renowned metalwork, crafted using age-old techniques in Tuscany – will be fitted across the new range to complement Smallbone’s acclaimed joinery. The new collection will be displayed in Smallbone’s showroom in Knightsbridge. Iconic collection, from £70,000, Smallbone. →

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SMART SWIRLS Looking for an eye-catching over-island pendant? With its swirled-glass mirrored shade, the sculptural Tiber provides both drama and style. Available in Soft Grey or Emerald Green, it also comes in two sizes – small and large – and you can select from a number of finishes including Antique Brass and Matt Nickel. The Tiber pendant costs from £492, Hector Finch.

B&Q HAS LAUNCHED NEW KITCHEN PRODUCTS, INCLUDING A PEWTER GREY KITCHEN, FROM £1,118 FOR EIGHT UNITS, AND A BRUSHEDCOPPER SPLASHBACK, £89 FOR A 2.4M X 0.6M PANEL.

HIT REFRESH With kitchens needing to be more hardworking than ever, Scavolini has given its Carattere range an update. New elements include a selection of glossy lacquered finishes to complement matt surfaces, and the Pinstripe Ash veneered door now comes in four new shades: Cashmere, Cloud, Capri and Iris. Also look out for new handles and the Orizzonte Up magnetic splashback in stratified laminate. Carattere kitchen, from £10,000, Scavolini.

STRONG FINISH

FEATURE BUSOLA EVANS

COLOUR MATCH The new Omnia bath by BC Designs is hand-painted to order and, unlike many other brands, there is no pre-set limit on colour options. What’s more, you can take advantage of the matching service to ensure you select a shade that’s spot-on for your scheme. It’s made from the patented Cian material and promises to be stain and scratch resistant. Omnia, from £2,940, BC Designs.

Franke has unveiled three new finishes for its Minerva Helix 4-in-1 electronic instant boiling water tap. As well as stainless steel, you can now choose Industrial Black, Copper or Champagne Gold. The tap can be pre-set to dispense 30 or 60 seconds of filtered 100°C or cold water, and it switches to child safety mode when not in use, £1,599, Franke. →

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3 OF THE BEST... SPLASHBACK BASINS An integrated basin and splashback gives a neat look as well as protecting the wall without having to tile. The vintage-inspired Smithfield from Claybrook echoes the curves of a roll-top bath. If you’re after colour, choose from one of 28 shades with this compact concrete design by Kast. And Dyke & Dean’s enamel bucket sink is timeless enough to work in any scheme. From top Smithfield basin, £600, Claybrook. Elm basin in Ember, £2,820, Kast Concrete Basins. Enamel bucket sink, £150, Dyke & Dean.

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SARAH WATSON, FOUNDER, BALINEUM Tell us a bit about Balineum’s new tile collection with Brooklyn-based artist Wayne Pate... I’ve admired Wayne’s work from afar for a number of years and have often thought his designs, which are influenced by architecture and the classical elements of decoration, would translate beautifully onto tiles. Turns out he’d been dreaming of working with ceramics. How did the collaboration come about? I have a never-ending list of ideas and inspiration for new tile collections which is constantly changing, evolving and being added to. In early 2019 Tamsin Johnson, an Australian-based interior designer, got in touch looking for tiles by or inspired by Wayne’s artwork. So that gave me the impetus to ask the man himself! I picked an initial edit of his patterns largely from his website and Instagram feed, and we used these to create our first samples. What are the tile designs influenced by? Wayne is a self-described alchemist and finds inspiration in sources as varied as a stately Roman mosaic to the simple shape of a jug spotted in an antiques shop. Do you have any more collaborations in the pipeline? We are working on a collection with Louis Barthélemy, taking his Egyptian-inspired motifs and my personal favourite – some semi-naked body builders – to put on tiles. This is probably the most complicated collection we’ve ever put together. And a second collection with Wayne is also on the cards: this time, looking at more organic and less structural shapes.

SHINE ON Gloss is this year’s key trend and new ranges at C.P. Hart are no exception. The Le Acque Di Cielo basin by Cielo Ceramica comes in six shades, while Artelinea’s Monolite vanities now have a striking fluted finish. Le Acque Di Cielo basin, from £644; Monolite unit in Bronze, from £3,180, both C. P. Hart.

Which tile trends do you feel will be particularly popular this year? We are definitely seeing clients requesting and using colour and decoration with more enthusiasm than they have in the past. See our feature on Wayne Pate’s tiles, page 17. balineum.co.uk ■

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SIZE RULES The room size undoubtedly has the biggest impact on what can be achieved, but you also need to consider door and window positions, as well as any fixed features like a fireplace or Listed panelling. For a separate shower and bath, plus WC and basin, we’d suggest a bathroom of at least 1.7x3m. Almost all bathrooms require compromises. If you want a large, luxurious shower, prepare to settle for a small vanity. Prioritising your preferences is a good place to start.

LOCATE PLUMBING You don’t need to be a slave to the soil pipe when positioning fittings, but you do need to know where it is coming in, and how far it can be moved without affecting performance. The less distance soil has to travel the better. Soil pipes can be extended within stud walls, under the floorboards (if joist direction allows), or even redirected on the exterior wall to enter the bathroom exactly where you want it.

FIND YOUR FOCUS Establish a focal point upon entering your bathroom. This could be a lovely vanity unit with mirrors and wall lights, or a beautiful free-standing bath. It should not be the WC, if at all possible. Where there is a window, the sill height is very important. Can you fit that WC cistern frame under the window? If the window is large or particularly beautiful, you may wish to highlight it by positioning a bath below.

ROOM TO MOVE There must be sufficient space between fittings for usability, cleaning and aesthetics. Leave at least 10cm between a vanity unit and a wall or shower screen, and allow 80cm-width for the WC, to provide elbow room. The same for a shower; I wouldn’t like to go below 80cm wide

inside. Consider circulation space in the centre of a room. Can you move around comfortably and is there enough space to fully extend the vanity unit drawer, or to bend your legs when sat on the WC?

BOOSTING SPACE Wall-hung fittings allow you to see underneath, giving a better sense of space. A stud wall is built out by at least 12-20cm to hide cistern and pipes but if you have a studpartition wall already, for example it’s a newly created en suite, you can utilise the interior voids. Wetroom floors can also give the illusion of extra space as there is no break in the floor type. Underfloor heating can free up wall space for other fittings.

AVOIDING EMPTINESS In very large rooms, putting fittings around the edges can make the centre feel cold and empty. I often try to play with interior architecture in big bathrooms. For example, using stud walls for separate shower and WC areas, placing large baths centrally, or creating double-entry shower scenarios. It’s also lovely to include seating – a bench, a side chair, or even a glamorous chaise longue – to create space for relaxation.

THINK VERTICALLY If ceilings are particularly high, then I would stop the tiling at 2.2m or 2.4m high (picture rail height) and paint above. High ceilings can push lighting out of IP-rating zones, affording more design choice – consider a glamorous chandelier. A low ceiling requires careful showerhead positioning. A flush-to-ceiling shower can help gain extra headroom, as will a low-level shower tray. ■

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BATHROOMS WITH COLOUR BE IT SUBTLE NODS OR A FULL-ON CARNIVAL MODE, BOLD HUES WILL RAISE THE STYLE STAKES

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Minty greens and sugary pinks look fresh and clean, a winning combination in the bathroom. Dilute the sweetness with a punch of stronger pink and black brassware. ‘While it’s wonderful that we’re more open to using stronger colours now, there needs to be balance and pale pastels make a great neutral backdrop,’ says Dean Keyworth, director of Armstrong Keyworth. Take advantage of the increased availability of custom-coloured finishes, like this striking bespoke magenta mirror. ‘You may have to pay a surcharge for non-standard colours but it’s worth it to achieve a beautifully balanced scheme,’ adds Dean. Ninfa basin in Bianco Carrara marble, £3,300, Salvatori. Prismatics ceramic tiles in Mintwater gloss and Peppermint gloss, £29.86sq m, Johnson Tiles. Flora mirror 8 Petals, £940, Balineum. Walls in Amaryllis 1256 Aura eggshell, £30.50 for 0.94ltr, Benjamin Moore. China Blue vinyl flooring, 2m wide rolls, £29sq m, The Colour Flooring Company

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DARING BUT TIMELESS Embracing strong colour, when designed as part of the flow of the rest of a home, can produce joyful results. ‘Boldly coloured and patterned tiles can add such personality, dynamism and impact to bathrooms, really lifting the space,’ enthuses Caz Myers, director, Caz Myers Design. ‘While the tiles may be dramatic, the overall scheme can be timeless if you choose a colour that truly resonates. Pattern-wise, go for tiles in two-tone repeats, like these modern geometrics, which, even when mixed, work effectively to create a unique and surprisingly restful space.’ → Hexa pattern floor tiles, £88.80sq m; Diamond pattern wall tiles, £92.40sq m, both in Yellow J and Stone, Mosaic Factory. Interior design by Caz Myers Design

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Colour blocking is a great technique for anyone keen to test strong colour without overcommitting. An all-out approach, with multiple blocks of undiluted colour, often clashing, is

As permanent fixtures, coloured sanitaryware requires commitment and is not for the fainthearted. ‘Coloured sanitaryware is seeping back into bathrooms now, and we’ve had orders for

popular in modern homes. But for a more classical look go for one small, clearly defined block of dramatic colour. Here, a Shaker-style vanity in an orange-toned red – try Andrew Martin’s Tomato Frog No. 52 – provides a dynamic focal point against creamy stones. Restricting the rest of the paintwork to muted tones makes the statement

stunning fittings in deep mustards, heritage greens and teal blues,’ reports Louise Ashdown, head of design at West One Bathrooms. ‘If you’re still sitting on the fence, go for white sanitaryware with paintable exteriors, like cast-iron baths and this retro basin – West One’s Broadway basin is similar. For a more discreet colour pop, consider coloured

colour feel more impactful. Best of all, small injections of saturated colour are easy to update.

brassware, like Vola’s classic HV1 basin tap, which comes in fiery oranges and zingy limes.’

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Well glass wall lights, £335 each, Davey Lighting at Original BTC. Wall panelling in Lemon Squeezy eggshell, £30 for 1ltr, Claybrook Studio

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DIVIDE AND CONQUER While there’s nothing wrong with a plain white ceiling, for colour lovers it’s a missed opportunity. Here, the ceiling is painted in Little Greene’s Yellow-Pink, a warm mustard shade that has a cosying effect on high ceilings. Little Greene’s Carmine picks up the pace on the bath, with Farrow & Ball’s Arsenic adding brightness on the shutters. ‘These colours verge on clashing but, thanks to the subtler wall and floor tiles, they don’t,’ explains Mandarin Stone’s marketing director Louisa Morgan. Using tiles with textured finishes and interesting shapes provide enough depth and character to carry the bright paint colours. → Carnaby Mint ceramic wall tiles, £46.80sq m; Stellar Green matt porcelain hexagons floor tiles, £94.73sq m, both Mandarin Stone. Astonian Marina freestanding bath, £3,566, Aston Matthews

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NATURALLY INSPIRED Exotic stones like onyx and Marinace marble are stealing the show in luxury bathrooms. Celebrated for their jewel-like hues and crystalline sparkle, these rarefied stones can create incredible splashback and shower backdrops. In areas that benefit from low maintenance, Bathroom Design Studio’s managing director John Naughten recommends man-made alternatives, like this basin custom-made from porcelain tiles in a convincing natural agate pattern. ‘Thanks to the many advances in surface technologies, the designs of porcelains inspired by precious stones are now incredibly lifelike, yet offer far easier cleaning and no aftercare,’ he explains. Bespoke basin made from 150x300cm Agata Blu porcelain tiles by Fiandre, £300 each, Bathroom Design Studio

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PATTERNED PAPER ‘Wallpapering is a great way to stop bathrooms feeling too sterile and for creating truly happy spaces, which I believe every bathroom should be,’ says Nicola Harding, owner of Nicola Harding & Co. ‘Installing half-height panelling helps protect wallpaper from the danger zone, where water is most likely to splash, while also providing another opportunity to add cheerful colours.’ Here the bath is positioned well away from the walls, offering protection for the beautiful wallpaper. If you’re still concerned apply Polyvine’s Decorator’s Varnish over wallpaper to prevent moisture ingress. & Pome wallpaper in Dusky Pink, £140 for a 180x300cm roll, Ceraudo. Panelling in Red Earth modern eggshell, £71 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball. Tub roll-top bateau bath, £2,190, Living House. Design by Nicola Harding

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DIFFERENT STROKES For something a little out of the ordinary, consider pantry doors in metallic mesh. The opacity level conceals contents, so shelves don’t need to be fastidiously tidy. ‘Mesh doors also promote clean air flow between spaces, and from a design perspective, mesh has an interesting aesthetic, resembling a modern take on rattan or wicker,’ says Alex Beaugeard, director of design at Lanserring. This sliding door design also boasts space-saving benefits. A bespoke kitchen starts at £80,000, Lanserring

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‘The true wonder of a walk-in pantry is about having everything you need in sight and easy to grab. However, there’s a growing trend for creating high-impact pantries that are a talking point in their own right,’ says Jane Stewart, design director at Mowlem & Co, who designed this beautiful space. ‘Architectural metal-framed glass draws attention to the interior, creating a feature that’s as valuable aesthetically as it is practical.’ Crittall Windows pantry door in Farrow & Ball’s Down Pipe. A full kitchen starts at £30,000, Mowlem & Co. →

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“INSTALLING SHELVES ACCORDING TO THE HEIGHT OF THE ROOM IS A GREAT WAY TO MAXIMISE THE STORAGE SPACE” PETER HUMPHREY, design director, Humphrey Munson

GUIDING LIGHT

‘Much overlooked but an unequivocal game-changer in these windowless spaces, pantry lighting requires careful consideration,’ says Peter Humphrey, design director at Humphrey Munson. Lighting shelving from behind looks pretty and ensures nothing gets lost at the back. ‘The choice of door can also impact lighting control; glazed doors benefit from dimmable lighting that will add atmosphere within the kitchen. For solid doors, lighting on automatic sensors is more practical.’ Nickleby cabinetry in Soot; kitchens start at £40,000, Humphrey Munson

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A well-equipped walk-in pantry can perform a vital supporting role to your main kitchen. ‘This pantry was fully loaded with a second fridge, sink and drinks bar, all within reach of the main kitchen,’ explains Richard Mason, owner of The Secret Drawer. ‘Installing stone worktops and full-height tiling behind the shelving is a great design feature that also helps keep the interior temperature down, taking pressure off the fridge.’ Bespoke pantry in Zoffany’s Musk Pink, from £10,000, The Secret Drawer

Don’t assume walk-in pantries are only for palatial kitchens. In smaller spaces, they can often prove more effective, like this snug walk-in tucked in a corner demonstrates. ‘Creating a dedicated storage area, rather than spreading items around the kitchen, is more efficient when you’re cooking. And although you may lose some worktop space, you’ll gain more storage overall,’ explains Rebecca Nokes, kitchen designer at John Lewis of Hungerford. Bespoke walk-in pantry in Blake Blue and oak, from £2,500, John Lewis of Hungerford →

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If you don’t have space for a walk-in pantry, a bespoke larder cupboard is the next best thing. ‘Larders give you the flexibility of choosing storage options that work for you, whether that might involve more drawers, an emphasis on shelving or multiple spice racks, all orderly contained behind beautiful cabinetry,’ says Tom Howley, design director at Tom Howley. Do supply exact dimensions of frequently bought food packaging – a bespoke maker can tailor shelves to match. Devine Collection kitchen in Inky Sky, from £20,000, Tom Howley &

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Carefully considered design details can transform a simple storage space into something truly extraordinary, as Hetherington Newman shows with this delightful jewel box of a pantry. ‘We love to look for unusual ideas to push a pantry beyond the ordinary,’ says John Hetherington, chairman of Hetherington Newman. ‘From mosaic floors and specialist lighting to cast-iron shelf brackets and marble slabs for cheese and butter, the creative opportunities are endless.’ A bespoke kitchen starts at £50,000, Hetherington Newman

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DOs DON’Ts WITH NINA CAMPBELL THE GLOBALLY RENOWNED DESIGNER SHARES WISE ADVICE FOR BEDROOM DESIGN, USING GREEN AND DECIDING ON A RUG

DECORATING WITH GREEN DO... ■

Blend greens. Almost all greens work together well, as long as you

don’t become too fussy in the overall room design. ■ Try green and white together– it’s always a winning combination. In fact, I’d say green is better just with white than with any other colour. ■ Throw chartreuse green into lots of schemes as an energising accent: a cushion or lamp makes the whole room leap into activity. ■

Use Invisible Green by Edward Bulmer as a wonderful background colour for pictures. ■ Go for a lacquer finish on dark green walls.

DON’ T... ■

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“YOU WOULDN’ T WANT TO PAINT A WHOLE HOUSE GREEN, BUT ONE ROOM PAINTED IN THIS COLOUR, FLOWING INTO OTHERS THAT FEATURE TOUCHES OF GREEN, GIVES A SENSE OF RECALL”

Combine green walls with green carpet. It would just be too much. Green walls work well with wood or stone floors. ■ Forget to ‘weight’ the floor to offset strong green walls with a bold rug or a little piece of black furniture, perhaps. ■ Use a green that is too crude, such as stark emerald. It needs an intelligent undertone of black or umber. ■ Choose solid green walls in bathrooms as they’re not so favourable to skin tones, although a green and white paper can look pretty. →

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CHOOSING AND USING RUGS DO... ■

Pick a rug that fits the scale of your room rather than looking like a postage stamp in the middle. ■ Turn a rug from time to time. It prevents fading in one specific area and avoids a path being worn in the pile. ■ Consider using rugs in a bathroom, especially those where you have space for an occasional chair and table. There are wonderful outdoor rugs now designed to cope with water. ■

Allow ample time for a bespoke rug to be created: the process can take up to a year. I go to Maison

Braquenié from Pierre Frey (seen below), Tim Page and Tai Ping. ■ Place an anti-slip underlay on a hard floor. It keeps the rug safely in position and also makes it feel nicer to walk on.

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Consider an upholstered headboard – but it has to be kept pristine. The headboard and valance should be in the same fabric for a cohesive look. ■ Place a comfortable armchair and footstool in a corner accompanied by a lovely blanket, a small table and lamp to create a spot to read. ■ Layer up some pillows for an inviting look. I like to use big, square pillows layered with

rectangular pillows and dressed with baby pillows. D. Porthault is my favourite source. ■ Provide a pretty little tray, a jug of water, tissues and a book in a guest bedroom. A radio is also jolly nice.

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Forget to air the bedroom. ■ Leave your own clothes in wardrobes in a guest bedroom. That space should be for guests to hang their own things.

“BEDROOMS ARE THE PLACE FOR MEMORIES; THIS IS WHERE I KEEP PHOTOGRAPHS FROM MY GRANDCHILDREN. GATHER THEM IN ONE SPOT AND ROTATE THEM PERIODICALLY”

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THE LEGENDARY DESIGNER TELLS US HIS PASSIONS AND WHAT INSPIRES HIS WORK 1.

Dieter Rams is one designer I’m particularly passionate about and I’m lucky enough to own many pieces of his work, including the radio and record player he designed for Braun.

I’m proud of the upholstery fabrics I recently designed with Maharam: Songbird and Wool

I always carry a notepad and pen with me to write things down as they come to me. A camera is handy too; it captures the moment.

I love The Conran Shop, not just for the furniture but the stationery and inspiring range of products you find there.

We regularly feature the work of new makers in my Mayfair shop, most recently a collaboration with the young mixed media artist Joy Yamusangie on a series of vases.

A design object that means a great deal to me is a toile on a miniature mannequin that my wife Pauline created for me. It is very delicate and has a special place in my busy office.

I don’t use a computer and write everything on pieces of paper. The only websites I visit are

FEATURE CELIA RUFEY PHOTOGRAPHS (PORTRAIT) ©PAUL SMITH; (CERAMIC POT) JACOB MCFADDEN; (HOTEL) HEMIS /ALAMY STOCK PHOTO; (BRAUN RADIO) MATTHEW DONALDSON

Check. They cover furniture in my showroom.

newspapers on the iPad when I’m on holiday.

I decided to write my book to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Paul Smith. I chose the 50 design objects featured in it spontaneously to tell part of the story. The book also features stories supplied by friends I have worked with. I live near the Japanese Kyoto Garden in Holland Park and visit it as often as I can. The colours are fantastic all year round.

1 0 . The work of Mexican architect Luis Barragán is endlessly inspiring for me. His style is a big inspiration for my pink shop in Los Angeles.

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(From top) Sir Paul Smith; Paul Smith, edited by Tony Chambers (£49.95, Phaidon); Songbird fabric, Paul Smith at Maharam; Dream Suit Pink Pot by Joy Yamusangie at Paul Smith; Camino Real Hotel in Mexico, designed by Luis Barragán; early radio by Dieter Rams for Braun