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CHASING THE HORIZON

Fully blurring the lines between inside and out, this home is the work of architect Richard Archer and landscape designer Anthony Wyer

WORDS RACHEL LEEDHAM PHOTOGRAPHY FELIX FORREST/LIVING INSIDE

BEDROOM Iconic landmarks, such as the Sydney Harbour Bridge, are seen from almost every room in the house, even when the sheer curtains are drawn to soften the strong light.

Armchair seat in Caresse, Osborne & Little. Curtains in Linear in Silver, Jane Churchill. Walls in Empreinte from the Domino Collection, Élitis

TERRACE The sophisticated interiors don’t stop at the glazing. This suntrap has its own chic lounge area.

Grid lounge chairs, Gloster. Braid rug; Prince Cord armchairs (in background); orange Cesar side table, all Minotti. Contour méridienne, Tribù. Oversized pot and pebble seats, Atelier Vierkant

Poised on a site that slopes down to the water’s edge and offers mesmerising views of Sydney Harbour, this home in the eastern suburb of Point Piper appears to be so embedded in the lush surroundings that it is astonishing to learn that the plot was landscaped just two years ago. Creating this tropical setting was no mean feat: all the established trees, some of them over twenty metres tall, were brought across the harbour on barges and then craned into place, under the watchful eye of landscape designer

Anthony Wyer. ‘The client sought privacy from neighbouring properties as well as the ability to experience and connect with the diverse beauty of nature,’ Anthony explains.

The landscaping of the grounds was part of an ambitious project that saw the 1960s house that occupies the site completely transformed by Richard

Archer and Vince Vella of architectural firm Archer

Design. The four-storey structure, which has its entrance on the uppermost level, was stripped back to its raw bones, with layouts tweaked and floor levels adjusted so that the building now connects seamlessly with the outdoor spaces. ‘The harbour view is an ever-present part of the interiors so we were always designing with that at the forefront of our minds,’ notes Richard. He adds, ‘The owner gave us the rather lovely brief to create a joyful home.

The location is so sparkling and beautiful that he wanted the house to reflect that.’

Key to bringing joy to the rooms is the art, predominantly by established Australian talents.

‘The client already owned a number of pieces and we had the enviable task of helping him select more paintings,’ recounts Richard. ‘I see these pieces as the jewellery to a beautiful outfit.’ The outfit in question is crisp, tailored and harmonious: think taupe seagrass walls – shot through with a hint of shimmering gold – elegant wood veneers and pale limestone-effect porcelain floor tiles that unite all the spaces, both inside and out.

To this neutral backdrop come flashes of theatre: a vast abstract canvas in the sitting room; a glorious patinated bronze pendant in the main bathroom, or a dazzling gold wallcovering in a bedroom. ‘It was the rear walls of the rooms where we could allow the colour to pop,’ comments Richard. ‘We didn’t want anything to vie with the view.’

With this in mind, all the large-scale pieces – one of the sofas is an impressive five metres in width – face out to the ocean while fabrics and textiles were chosen in predominantly knocked-back hues. ‘We also like to include dark colours to balance the strong daylight, so for example in the kitchen we included a wall of cabinetry in an ebonised veneer, while the doors throughout feature a bronze-effect paint finish,’ notes Richard.

A firm believer that outdoor furniture should be just as comfortable as indoor pieces, Richard and his team furnished the terrace with inviting pieces including plump armchairs dressed with cushions in richly hued velvets that are designed to withstand the elements. ‘When night falls and the lights are glittering in the harbour these accent pieces come into their own,’ he explains. ‘I felt it was important to bring the jewel-like quality of the house outdoors. The interiors don’t stop at the glazing.’ &

■ Archer Design, archerdesign.com.au, Wyer & Co, wyerandco.com.au

“WHEN DEALING WITH LARGE VOLUMES LIKE THESE, YOU CANNOT BE COY WITH SCALE – SMALL PIECES WOULD EASILY BE LOST IN THESE SPACES”

SITTING ROOM Rich, dark colours were used in the scheme to balance the strong daylight.

Lawrence sofa; Blake-Soft swivel armchair and ottoman, all Minotti. Artwork: Rhoda’s Nocturnal Pilgrimage (above fireplace) by Charles Blackman. Beam, 2017 by Ildiko Kovacs, Martin Browne Contemporary

KITCHEN This room was entirely redesigned to include a curved wall of floor-toceiling cabinetry showcasing an ebonised veneer. Calacatta Verde marble lends striking punctuation to a little seating area that is perfect for enjoying a morning coffee.

Enviroven veneer in Classic Ebony, New Age Veneers. Sophie bar stools, Poliform

“THERE IS NO REAL SENSE OF WHETHER YOU ARE OUTSIDE OR INSIDE WHEN THE DOORS OF THE LIVING SPACES ARE OPEN”

MAIN BEDROOM A restful contemporary artwork was selected to complement an Italian chinoiserie commode dating to 1760.

Untitled 2010204 by Tim Maguire, Justin Miller Art. Peking glass vase and Link sculpture, both by Robert Kuo, Studio Cavit

BEDROOM The curved bedhead joinery, behind which lies a dressing room, is inset with a panel of gold cork wallpaper.

Bespoke 28.7 Random suspension lamp, Bocci. Panel in Cloaked Enchanted Woods II, Phillip Jeffries. Shine Dimitri bedside table, Meridiani. Bespoke bed linen, Analu

DRESSING ROOM Doors in a bronzed paint finish lead to one of the two dressing rooms situated at either end of the main bedroom.

Jacques swivel armchair; Noor side table, both Minotti. Peking glass vase by Robert Kuo, Studio Cavit. Doors and panelling in Bronze Lunar, Axolotl

MAIN EN SUITE The high ceiling was enhanced with a champagne-coloured silver leaf treatment and a striking light, while blue mosaic tiles add to the sense of drama.

Lustre Micmac pendant, Hervé Van der Straeten. Mosaic Dark Blue Metallic wall tiles, Skheme

MAIN BEDROOM A wall panel of subtly shimmering water lilies brings glamour. Hints of sparkle were introduced as a nod to the glistening water of the harbour.

Wall panel in Lilies in Golden Pond, Phillip Jeffries. Walls in Oculaire Line, Arte. Iron Eye table lamps by Jean-Louis Deniot, Baker. Berry bench, Meridiani. Bespoke headboard and valance in Indra in Pewter; curtains in Linear in Silver, both Jane Churchill

MEET THE DESIGNER

Richard offers us his design and lifestyle tips GREATEST SUCCESS Earning the trust of our fantastic clients who, from cautious beginnings, permitted us to take them on an amazing journey and significantly reshape the way they lived. A huge responsibility and a marvellous privilege. BIGGEST INDULGENCE The sensational

Micmac pendant by Hervé Van der Straeten – a luxurious flourish that adds real drama to the main en suite.

FAVOURITE BUILDING Musée Nissim de

Camondo in Paris. This mansion – now a museum –contains a private collection that approaches perfection. SECRET ADDRESS Whangaroa Harbour, a primordial landscape in the far north of New Zealand, where I go to recharge and unwind with dear friends. LUXURY YOU’D NEVER FORGO

Business class travel.

NATURAL STYLE

Maria Le Mesurier, creative director of British furniture brand WoodEdit, brings her love of nature into her 17th-century home

WORDS ALI HEATH PHOTOGRAPHY BRENT DARBY

DINING AREA Silver birch branches pair beautifully with original terracotta tiles in this less-is-more scheme.

Table and benches, WoodEdit. Woodburner, Charnwood. Bespoke handmade linen light covers, Maria Le Mesurier

SNUG Maria uses decorative objets like other people use prints or paintings to bring character to spaces.

Baskets, sourced from Italy and France; similar from The White Company. Rush matting, bought back from Spain; similar from Zara Home. Grass animal heads, WoodEdit

PLAYROOM A collection of treasured antique bottles from Maria’s late father’s company, Henriques & Henriques, takes pride of place. The coloured linen sheets were sourced in Madeira.

Similar bottles, 1stDibs. Similar sheets, Larusi. Shelf, WoodEdit

For Maria Le Mesurier, an inherent connection to nature sits at the heart of everything and informs all decisions: whether about life, home or business. ‘It has always been that way – I am constantly inspired by the beauty and authenticity of the natural world. The way we choose to live and the products we create for our company, WoodEdit, have simplicity and sustainability at their core. It’s never about trends, simply what resonates.’

The steep drive up to Maria’s home, which she shares with husband Paul Le Mesurier and their five children, is surrounded by centuries-old woodland, making it easy to understand the daily influence nature has on Maria’s look. The family moved into the 17th-century former stable block on the Uppark Estate in West Sussex seven years ago, swapping a nearby compact barn for this capacious space that they have transformed on a budget: turning chintzy and formal into pared-back and relaxed. Enter through the earthy terracotta-painted front door and the tone of the house unfolds: calm, sophisticated spaces that balance style with practicality.

‘With so many of us living here, rooms and furniture have to work hard,’ says Maria. Throughout, rows of stylish WoodEdit peg and boot rails are home to a vast array of coats, footwear and baskets – life-changing storage that doubles as eye-catching displays, with a few pops of leopard fur adding a nod to Maria’s personal fashion style, her guilty pleasure and the only ‘faux fabric’ in the house.

The whitewashed spaces, with lofty ceilings, striking architectural features and original parquet and terracotta floors, have a minimalist feel. Yet they are balanced with welcoming, oversized sofas draped in textural, loose-cover linen sheets and hardwearing wooden tables suited to modern family life.

Indeed the family are the test bed for all WoodEdit prototypes: think tables, benches, desks and select occasional pieces, including serving boards and candlesticks. The company’s Core Collection came about through a practical necessity – needing to find pieces that looked aesthetically pleasing, but were robust enough to withstand the daily rigours of their five children, aged between three and 17.

‘Paul trained as an osteopath, but wanted to follow his passion for carpentry,’ says Maria. ‘We spotted a gap and the business was founded three years ago.’ This was the coming together of two distinct creative talents – Maria designs the collections alongside her styling work and Paul handcrafts each piece, in walnut, ash or oak. ‘We’re currently developing prototypes for our new collection, Graceful – more refined shapes with tapered legs and narrower forms.’

Throughout, decorative objets replace the need for art. Displays of bespoke animal grass heads, Italian ceramics and basketware add a sophisticated edge. ‘As a child and young adult, I spent a lot of time visiting my father in Madeira – I am influenced by earthy Mediterranean palettes and simplistic style. For me, less is always more – limited furniture, precious heirlooms and one-off finds.’

Ever-changing sculptural branches, informed by the season, add a sense of drama and scale. ‘I love the connection to our landscape – these fallen boughs personify the natural qualities that sit at the core of all we are about, and all we create.’ &

■ WoodEdit, woodedit.co.uk, @woodedituk, @marialemesurier

“NATURE SITS AT THE HEART OF EVERYTHING WE DO AND INFORMS ALL DECISIONS: LIFE, HOME AND BUSINESS”

KITCHEN A minimal island lends a contemporary feel to the traditional Shaker design. Simple linens – made by Maria using old sheets – dress the window.

Island and chopping boards, WoodEdit. Passata bowl, similar from GalleryBR. Lights, Baileys

MEET THE HOMEOWNER

Maria shares her design inspiration GO-TO COLOUR Stony

white and bespoke terracotta colours, mixed at home.

SECRET ADDRESS Pequeña

Inglaterra in Madrid. BIGGEST INDULGENCE My

collection of Spanish grass animal heads. WHERE DO YOU FIND

INSPIRATION By the sea, in the woods and in Spain, Portugal and Italy. FAVOURITE BUILDING

A tiny one-bedroom fisherman’s house built into the side of a cliff in Doca do Cavacas, Madeira. DESIGN HERO John Pawson.

LAST PIECE OF ART YOU

BOUGHT A seascape by Allan Caswell; he is the most amazing artist.

MAIN BEDROOM The four-poster bed, made by Paul, is dressed with layers of raw linen and diaphanous curtains for a retreat-like feel.

Bed, bespoke order, WoodEdit. Linen curtains, custom made in Portugal; rug, Portuguese buy, find similar to both on Etsy

FAMILY BATHROOM The whitewashed space gets a shot of rustic styling with an antique pot and a pole fashioned from a branch.

Grain sack runner, Ardingly Antiques Fair. Italian pot, similar from Baileys. Stool, WoodEdit.

DOLLY’S BEDROOM A canopy creates an enchanting look.

Canopy, Numero 74. Candle, Ester & Erik. Walls in Light Gray, Farrow & Ball

FRONT ENTRANCE Walks in local woodland are the source of the many fallen branches that fill the home.

Zinc bucket and demijohns, try Petersham Nurseries for similar

SHIFTING TASTES

Heidi Caillier’s design language has evolved from one defined by crisp neutrals to schemes that embrace the richness of colour and pattern

WORDS JULIET BENNING PHOTOGRAPHY HARIS KENJAR

SITTING ROOM The ‘mash-up’ of furnishings strikes a mood of eclectic cosiness, while the jute rug and veining of the fireplace bring an organic twist.

Find a jute rug at Design Vintage. Fireplace in Calacatta Verde marble; source from Imperial Marble & Granite. Chair and footstool in Hollyhock Handblock, Jean Monro

KITCHEN The hexagonal shape of the flooring is a modern update of traditional terracotta tiles.

Kitchen by Heidi Caillier Design; built by Sky River; painted in Oil Cloth by Benjamin Moore. Pendant lights, Lostine. Hexagonal tiles, Arto; source similar from Baked Earth

DINING SPACE Banquette seating hides storage for art supplies and the Tulip table is the perfect foil to the more classic design choices.

Find a Knoll Saarinen Tulip table at Chaplins. Try 1stDibs for Baumann chairs. Ian Mankin’s Ticking 2 in Sage fabric is similar. Lantern pendant light, Visual Comfort

When Heidi Caillier moved her interior design firm from San Francisco to Seattle, she brought with her a signature look very much in favour with California’s laid-back, sun-loving community. Gradually, as a more northern approach to life took hold, her design language evolved, with her own home a clear example of where the journey led her.

‘When I was starting out, my style was very bohemian and bright with big pale sofas and blasted white walls – it was the look I was hired for,’ says Heidi. ‘But things started to change once I’d moved to Seattle. I was taken on by an older, savvy client who asked for a very different style and that totally shifted things for me. With this second home, I wanted to bring in aspects of client projects that had really worked and appealed to me.’

The Tudor Revival house, built in 1925, was only 20 blocks from the family’s previous home, which Heidi and her husband, Justin, and twins Rowan and Soter, five, as well as Violet, a rescue dog, had now outgrown. ‘By the time the twins were two we knew we were going to outgrow our former bungalow, so we casually began looking for about a year,’ says Heidi. ‘When we walked into this house we knew it was the right fit, so we put in an offer within 10 minutes. We loved the scale of the property, with rooms that didn’t feel too large, and there was a big basement we could renovate.’

During the eight-month renovation, the family stayed in their rental property in Tacoma, south of Seattle, which meant that work was able to progress without too much upheaval for them. ‘We bought the house from an older gentleman and while it had been well cared for, it felt dated and needed a refresh,’ says Heidi. ‘The overall layout worked for us so we didn’t do a lot of structural changes but added a bathroom upstairs and moved walls in the kitchen to make it larger. We did a lot of landscaping in the garden, but everything else was cosmetic.

‘I wanted to stay true to the style and period of the house, but mix looks. While on client projects I buy most things in one fell swoop, but with my own home I wanted to take time to deliberate.’ The ground floor has a circular floor plan with kitchen, dining and sitting room all connecting via large, softly rounded archways. Paying tribute to the Tudor Revival origins of the architecture, in the dining room Heidi opted for an orchard print wallpaper that, in combination with the Windsor-style chairs and handmade plates, evokes the gentle mood of the Arts and Crafts era. The sense of nostalgia shifts into a more timeless impression in the sitting room that could have been plucked from any decade in the last 50 years. The diverse assortment of furniture styles here are complemented by an ever-wider array of prints and patterns in the cushions, the intimately snug and comforting surroundings finely tuned for relaxation. ‘I like the textiles to clash and avoid the temptation to have everything matching,’ says Heidi.

Upstairs, the bedrooms are accessorised with love-worn cushions and throws, the furniture upholstered in retro floral fabrics in a palpable demonstration of passing time. With its highly original interior where nothing is contrived, this home is a wholesome anchor for the family that live here. &

■ Heidi Caillier Design, heidicaillierdesign.com

“I LOVE USING UNTREATED LINEN FOR CURTAINS. UP CLOSE, THE WEAVE HAS A GENTLE ORGANIC TEXTURE THAT FALLS NICELY”

DINING ROOM The sage green ceiling and cornicing adds a sense of warmth and picks up the colour of the foliage in the wallpaper.

Fruit wallpaper by William Morris. Curtains in Danville Natural fabric by Pindler & Pindler. Wayland Elbow chair and Wayland low back side chair, both by O&G Studio

MAIN BATHROOM A wall-hung tap saves space on this custombuilt double vanity unit. The wood frame of the mirrored cabinet and the brass accents introduce a wonderful richness.

Butler & Rose’s Beatrice tap is similar. Unit painted in Mizzle, Farrow & Ball. Wall light, Visual Comfort

FRONT HALL This gentle and ethereal wallpaper, which continues upstairs to the landing, has a reflective quality that bounces light around the space.

Jacaranda wallpaper in Oyster, Designers Guild. Sideboard, Restoration Hardware. Photograph by Frank Relle

MEET THE HOMEOWNER

Heidi Caillier shares her style vision and loves MOST SUCCESSFUL PART OF THE

PROJECT The kitchen. It was much smaller before. We’ve made great use of space and love being in there. SECRET ADDRESS I love 1stDibs. It suggests similar things to what you’ve been searching for and you end up going down an antiques rabbit hole. BIGGEST INDULGENCE The chair with

the Jean Monro fabric in the sitting room. GO-TO COLOUR I love Setting Plaster by Farrow & Ball. It’s a particular obsession of mine and I try to get it into projects frequently. SMALL CHANGE, BIG IMPACT The

wallpaper in the hall is so impactful. Wallpaper in general has so much power that it can define a house. WORDS TO LIVE BY My go-to word is ‘cosy’. I always want things to feel comfortable and cosy. DESIGN HEROES Nickey Kehoe, Ben Pentreath and Disc Interiors. What they do that’s so inspiring is to mix different styles, making rooms feel comfortable.

TWINS’ BEDROOM Heidi had two rag rugs stitched together to cover the floor. The cream frames, doors and rail bring definition to the white walls.

Walls in Simply White, Benjamin Moore; woodwork in Pale Hound, Farrow & Ball. Pendant light, Sister Parish

MAIN BEDROOM The pink walls and fabric bring a sense of continuity to this delight of clashing fabrics.

Walls in Setting Plaster, Farrow & Ball. Headboard in Pandora in Terra Cotta, Lisa Fine Textiles. Chair in Gretta in Saffron, Michael S Smith Inc. Bedside cabinet, Chelsea Textiles

SITTING ROOM Texture – including sisal flooring and the wool-oncanvas art – is a key element in the scheme.

Chandelier, Margit Wittig. Fig chair, Julian Chichester; upholstered in Fresco, Christopher Farr Cloth. Bespoke footstool in Teal leather, Style range, Yarwood Leather. Fender covered in horsehair by John Boyd Textiles. Textile artwork, Kanica. Rug, Alternative Flooring

ARTS & CRAFTS

A passion for handmade pieces and colourful artwork informed the renovation of this house

WORDS EMMA J PAGE PHOTOGRAPHY MARY WADSWORTH

LIBRARY The balance between adventurous and timeless is wonderful here, with classic pieces sitting comfortably with playful designs like the rug.

Joinery in Little Greene’s Harley Green. Scallop rug, Jennifer Manners. Beetle chairs, Gubi. Wantage floor lamp, Vaughan. Modernist Gemma chandelier, Etsy

Thoughtful is an apt appraisal of the gentle renovation of this Victorian home, from the carefully sourced art and handcrafted furniture that populate the space to the green accents, chosen in part to reflect the Irish heritage of its occupants.

When its owners, Lucy and Conor Fitzgerald, came across this house, they were in search of a forever home that would see them through to retirement. With three young boys ranging from eight to 12, that prospect is still many years off and the challenge was to create schemes that could withstand the boisterous antics of a young family, while paying homage to a wealth of original features.

‘We weren’t looking for a top-to-bottom refurbishment, but we wanted to improve flow and eliminate dead space,’ says Lucy. So architects Fraher & Findlay were brought on board to rework the loft, which involved the daunting challenge of removing the roof. The reconfiguration allowed for two en- suite bedrooms for two of the children, plus a large roof deck with views of the west London skyline.

Once those improvements had been made, the couple turned their attention to decor. ‘I love colour and pattern, but I suspect I would have ended up with any number of clashes without someone to help refine my ideas,’ says Lucy. Through her friend, rug designer Jennifer Manners, she was introduced to Alice Leigh, whose creative eye helped bring the interiors to life. ‘We wanted to be adventurous in our design choices, while creating schemes that were both practical and timeless,’ says Alice. ‘Very quickly, we knew that meant championing handcrafted pieces, beautiful but sturdy fabrics, standout lighting and bold silhouettes.’ With the children variously playing the piano, guitar, trumpet and oboe, a music room, adjoining the sitting room, was a natural choice. Chunky sisal flooring and thick linen curtains improve acoustics, and the semi-open plan layout of the ground floor means that Lucy often finds herself preparing suppers to a live music soundtrack.

In the library, conceived as a space where Conor can work from home, a scalloped rug creates a playful contrast to cosseting deep green walls, a colour picked up in the cabinetry in the adjoining kitchen. Another contemporary note is the couple’s choice of lighting, evident in the jewel-like resin chandeliers made by artist-sculptor Margit Wittig in the sitting room and music room.

Texture also plays an important part throughout, from the wool-on-canvas artwork in the sitting room to the grasscloth wallcovering in the main bedroom. ‘It means that although the house contains neutral elements, there is always a sense of interest and warmth to be found,’ says Alice.

The hardworking aspects of this house are largely unseen: a generous utility area runs behind the kitchen; an understairs space stows multiple shoes and coats; sofas and cushions are upholstered in indoor-outdoor fabric and rugs are Scotchgarded. ‘It’s important to us that this isn’t a show home,’ says Lucy. ‘I want to be able to use everything, every day.’

Of all the pieces in a house, it’s often an unexpected item that resonates the most. ‘Our three boys like to congregate on the wood-framed sofa in the kitchen overlooking the garden,’ says Lucy. ‘We’ve always wanted our home to feel relaxed and informal. Now we’ve found a place where we can offer an ‘open door’ policy to friends and family and that makes us immensely happy.’ &

■ Alice Leigh Design, aliceleigh.co.uk

“THERE ARE ‘PAUSE POINTS’ THROUGHOUT, FROM THE UPHOLSTERED BENCH ON THE FIRST FLOOR LANDING THAT ENCOURAGES LINGERING TO A COMFORTABLE CHAISE IN THE MUSIC ROOM”

KITCHEN The family updated the existing Mark Wilkinson kitchen by painting the cabinetry and adding a herringbone tiled splashback.

Island in Harley Green, Little Greene. Cabinetry in Slate II, Paint & Paper Library. Raku Tokyo tiles (splashback), Claybrook

SEATING AREA Bespoke furnishings, such as the bench, ensure a one-of-a-kind look. The oil painting, called Rapeseed, is by Lucy du Sautoy.

Chagal sofa by Julian Chichester; upholstered in Orchestra, Christopher Farr Cloth. Bespoke bench/ coffee table, Galvin Brothers. Scalloped mini jute rug, Tate & Darby

MAIN BEDROOM Subtle textures, including grasscloth wallpaper, lift the neutral palette. The bold silhouettes of the mirror by Rupert Bevan and the lamps provide a final decorative flourish.

ABA’s Sequin wallpaper, Altfield. Bedside tables, Chelsea Textiles. Bespoke throw, de le Cuona. Curtains in Kemble linen in Portland by Lewis & Wood with velvet border in Dolphin by Rose Uniacke

MAIN EN SUITE The couple’s dressing area leads into a bathroom, where a single artisan stool breaks the serene tone.

Black ash (Perfectly) Imperfect stool, Galvin Brothers. Blind in Kemble linen in Portland by Lewis & Wood with Avalon trim, Samuel & Sons. Beaton double-ended bath, Lefroy Brooks

MEET THE DESIGNER

Alice offers us her design and lifestyle tips SECRET ADDRESS Rue Vintage 74 in Madrid has a curated collection of antiques, contemporary furniture, lighting, ceramics and textiles – if you can’t get there, they do ship to the UK. SMALL CHANGE, BIG IMPACT

Commissioning pieces direct from makers, whether a vase or a piece of furniture, brings so much joy, as well as giving a scheme a unique edge. FAVOURITE BUILDING Fulham Palace,

once home to the Bishops of London. DESIGN HERO I always circle back to the spaces designed by Steven Gambrel or Veere Grenney. DESCRIBE YOUR STYLE IN THREE

WORDS Timeless, elegant, adaptable. LAST PODCAST DOWNLOADED I listen

to every podcast by The Modern House - it’s like Desert Island Discs for interiors addicts.