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he long summer evenings are finally here and we at ROCO are embracing them with open arms. We have compiled a guide for transforming your outdoor area into a fun entertaining space - the perfect place for a glass of wine and watching the sun go down. As the Scandinavian trend takes the interior world by storm, we tour a beautiful Norway home full of charm and charisma. And we also look at how one couple brought a contemporary feel to a period Victorian terrace flat. For anyone who has children, we all know they rule the roost (well at least my four year old does), so why not bring their character into a room that can grow with them - we check out some of the tips and products to help you achieve the look. I hope you enjoy this summer issue, while you relax in the hazy summer sun!
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STOP THE PRESS DESIGN NEWS
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FLORIST REVIEW
EDITORS CHOICE
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LOVE ART
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IKEA MEET THE DESIGNER
Annie Sloan Stephanie Schur Jason Keeley Childrens Rooms Outdoor Living
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TASTE NOTES
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RESTAURANT
Shaun Summer Dishes The Typing Room
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BESPOKE WEDDINGS
The Town Hall An Island Escape
Tania Adir MEET THE DESIGNER
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HOME SHOOT
Clean Contemporary HOME SHOOT
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Fashion Stylist
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Taste Notes
Restaurant Review
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STOP THE PRESS
DESIGN NEWS
QMotion UK is excited to have launched their innovative, automated shading systems in the UK. The patented window treatments offer a revolutionary concept for homeowners that allows for the complete operation of blinds to be controlled in a single room or multiple rooms in the home with no wiring needed. Simply functioning at the touch of a button via remote smart phone or tablet, the systems reflect the trend for those looking to integrate home automation into their property.
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INDUSTRIAL HEAT Striking the perfect balance between sleek style and superior function, The Radiator Company has launched three innovative and contemporary radiator designs. One of which is Halo. Visually impactful, the range is the perfect amalgamation of functional design that channels industrial aesthetics.Intuitively designed for low level positioning, the cylindrical shape of Halo is ideal for open plan spaces with large expanses of glass. The Raditor Company, ÂŁ1087.
ILLUMINATING DESIGN British manufacturers of fine furniture and home accessories, The Sofa & Chair Company, are delighted to introduce their new collection of exclusive lighting for 2014. This stunning copper pendant light consists of six hand blown borosilicate glass lamps suspended at varying heights. The lamps have a mirrored copper finish and produce a soft diffused light. Gold, silver and clear mirror finishes are also available. We think these would look amazing at the side of a bed or sofa. Sofa & Chair Company, ÂŁ2600.
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AN ODYSSEY OF ORIGINAL STYLE With a reputation built on quality and variety Original Style's portfolio ranges from traditional to contemporary styles, offering something for any space. Original Style has come a long way from its humble beginnings producing decorative fireplace tiles in 1981. They are now a leading manufacturer and supplier of wall and floor tiles to over 60 countries. Part of their collection includes the "Odyssey " ceramic tiles with designs printed at their factory in Exeter. The designs are inspired by architecture and cultures from around the globe. A mixed palette of rich and neutral hues makes this a popular range, with endless opportunities for creating stunning patchwork effects for walls and floors. One of the cornerstones of the Original Style portfolio is the Victorian Floor Tile collection. Quintessentially English, these ceramic pieces are suitable for use inside and out. Any pattern can be created, from decorative Victorian styles to more modern designs. Choose from a selection of pre-designed patterns, or create something entirely bespoke – the only limit is your imagination! For more information about Original Style visit www.originalstyle.com or call 01392 473004.
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THE WOOD COLLECTION
A beautiful new European collection of solid and engineered wood is now available from Fired Earth. With a wide variety of shades and styles including the Coastline range, which has a brushed appearance offering a textured finish or this Parquetry range, offering classic and timeless character. From Fired Earth.
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JAPANESE PORCELAIN Dune Porcelain tableware range is part of Kinto's handmade Atelier Tete collection, which comprises of beautiful handmade tableware. Each piece has been handcrafted to the highest standard using techniques that have been cultivated in Japan over many years. The glossy glaze on clear white porcelain brings a sense of transparency and pleasant colour to each piece in the Dune Porcelain collection. Available from 95%, from £16.25
THE TOTEM DEER Part of the Oh My Deer Multiple collection, each piece in the series is an accurate, scaled-down replica of a traditional trophy made from 100% polyresin. As spectators we recognise the shape and traditional use of antlers as a symbol and a trophy, yet with artistic touches the antlers become unique pieces of art with their very own expressions and significance. Home Arama, £39.95
VICTORIAN COLOUR
Drawing inspiration from the natural world and the centuries of craftsmen and artists who have strived to make the mundane magical, Joseph Alexander Goode has created interiors brand Cygnus Papilio. Described as a Victorian acid trip, we think these coasters would bring a pop of colour to any room! From Chloe James Lifestyle, £15.
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NEW DESIGNER BATHROOM TAP COLLECTION WITH KELLY HOPPEN
For a super stylish bathroom, add the perfect finishing touch with the new KH ZERO 6 bathroom collection, exclusively designed for Crosswater by Kelly Hoppen MBE. Aerodynamically poised, the deck-mounted designs gently lean forward in a contemporary twist on classic styling. Crosswater, Basin Monobloc, ÂŁ139.
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HEALS £210
Black & White EVERYTHING IS BLACK AND WHITE, SIMPLE AT IT'S BEST....
CHAIN REACTION CYCLES £699.99
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Pastel Picnic EITHER AT THE BEACH OR PARK, PASTELS WORK A SUMMER TREAT.... THE WHITE COMPANY £24.50
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SENSI STUDIO £155
Saint Tropez Suitcase FASHION EDITOR EVE KNOWS A THING OR TWO ABOUT THE LATEST TRENDS FOR GLAMOUROUS SUN STYLE ESSENTIALS
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NEW SCANDINAVIAN ROOTS RANGE LAUNCHING NEXT YEAR. MOVING FORWARD BY LOOKING BACK, CREATING TIMELESS PRODUCTS TO USE AND LOVE.
The day as expected was a bombardment of creativity. Of particular interested was the opportunity to view the new products, launching next year. Hearing the designers talk about their products, the research and IKEA wanted to share inspiring meticulous planning in creating stories behind their ranges and each piece was enthralling and company along with previewing we couldn’t wait to share some new products. “We have a of our favourites with you. passionate belief that everyone has the right to a better life. We Marchus Engman, Design are not just making things, we are making things better.” Peter Manager of IKEA Sweden Agnefjäll, CEO at IKEA Group. commented “Expect the unexpected with the new IKEA collections. We are endlessly Recently IKEA opened their doors for the first time to the world's media for a Democratic Design day in Älmhult Sweden and we were there!
unexpected with the new IKEA collections. We are endlessly curious about life at home – how it changes, how we can make it easy and fun, and how we can make it better. Our curiosity inspires us to always try new ways of working, find new solutions and collaborate with those who share our values.” One of the new collections coming out is the “Scandinavian Roots” which we predict to be a worldwide hit. A collection of strong individual pieces that are
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Scandinavian Roots new range of teapots, cake stand etc.
Table lamp that charges your phone!
moving furniture to get at wall sockets and forgetting to charge our phone at the worst time! Well IKEA have really addressed this problem. They looked at the fact we are always an arms length away from technology. Most of us don’t have an alarm clock anymore, we use our phones and we set them on our bedside tables. So Perhaps one of the most exciting what would it be like to have a announcements on the day was bedside table that charged your the ingenious and in our eyes phone when it was lying on game changer - the introduction it, without the need of cables. of a whole new range of Or when you have dropped it furniture and home accessories on a night lamp or a hallway that have the ability to charge shelf where you put your keys? you phone and devices! Sound fantastic? We think so and that is exactly what IKEA have created. We have all been there, looking for our chargers, cords, different in function, but held together by a common design theme that looks to the traditional countryside of Scandinavia. We where instantly drawn to the black and white graphic print teapot, a fantastic modern range with a nod to the past.
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Björn Block, Range Manager, IKEA of Sweden said ... “Chargeable technology is a part of our daily lives and we’ve learnt that finding the correct charger and an accessible outlet has become a major frustration in the home. We want to make it easier for our customers, so we’re simplifying things by introducing an innovative collection that makes charging devices hassle-free by integrating them into home furnishings; when the phone is lying on the table for example, or when you put it on your bedside table at night - making it possible to charge a device without cords.”
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MEET THE DESIGNER
TANIA ADIR AT JUST 31 AND 25, HUSBAND AND WIFE DEVELOPER TEAM GAL AND TANIA – KNOWN AS G&T LONDON – ARE MAKING SOME REAL WAVES IN THE PRIME LONDON PROPERTY WORLD. THEY SPECIALISE IN REFURBISHING PERIOD BUILDINGS, COMBINING THEM WITH THE LATEST CONTEMPORARY STYLING CUES AND INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY. WE MET UP WITH TANIA TO DISCUSS HER BACKGROUND AND LATEST PROJECT.
WHAT WAS THE DRIVING FORCE BEHIND YOUR CAREER IN INTERIORS?
occupied with multi million pound facility agreements, tax deeds and legal claims when suddenly one day I realised that all the years spent working towards achieving my goal did not provide me with the fulfilment and ability to express myself that I had always wanted.
I have always been attracted to real estate and interior design since an early age but had decided to embark upon a journey to become a solicitor, which involved rigorous legal training followed by a painstaking selection process filled with numerous interviews Eventually the urge to try and aptitude tests. My life was and turn this passion into a profession took over – leading occupied with multi million me to where I am today.
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DESIGNERS TANIA AND GAL FROM G&T LONDON
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WHERE DO YOU FIND INSPIRATION?
Travel is a great passion of mine and a lot of my inspiration stems from hotels and places that I have visited. I like to try and pick key elements from each one and merge them through my own work. When I travel I find my passion for interior design to be a great excuse to stay in an exceptional hotel – perhaps even two or three in the same city – allowing me time to enjoy and derive inspiration from the built environment around me. WHO DO YOU ADMIRE WHEN IT COMES TO DESIGN?
There are a number of architecture and designer practices whose work I follow very closely. I derive a lot of inspiration from hospitality interior design as it allows a huge room for imagination and experimentation with the latest trends in design and technology. In particular – and this is no means exhaustive - WATG, Roland Lu & Partners and Graham Lamb. HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR STYLE?
When it comes to interiors, the marriage of traditional and contemporary, rustic and sophisticated, old and new always adds that edge that never leaves anyone indifferent. However, while
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design is paramount, usability and practicality are equally important as our properties are designed with people living there in mind. Nothing makes me happier than being told by a client or end buyer that they are thoroughly enjoying living in a G&T London designed property.
always be at the forefront of cutting edge design, technology and finish in order to capture their imagination and create standout. Our goal is always to deliver a six star hotel finish in every property, as we believe home should be a comforting, inspiring and exciting place to live in.
WHAT IS YOUR APPROACH TO CLIENTS?
WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR MOST CHALLENGING / REWARDING PROJECT?
Always strive to amaze your potential buyers. Our buyers tend to be extensive travellers who are spoilt for choice and quality in every aspect of their life, it is therefore essential to
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Definitely 58-59 Myddelton Square, two grand Georgian townhouses in Islington that we entirely refurbished. It was a challenge as it is an area
that despite having amazing amenities, a first-class location and architecture, it is not yet associated with luxury, hence it was a slight step into the unknown to try and craft a luxury product there. There was no clear buyer profile so it was quite the challenge, however I'm delighted to say that when the buyers walked in, they loved every single element - down to the napkins on the table. It is the most rewarding feeling knowing that someone loves living in a property that you have designed and built.
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When it comes to interiors, the marriage of traditional and contemporary, rustic and sophisticated, old and new always adds that edge that never leaves anyone indifferent..
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For further information on G&T London visit www.gandtlondon.com
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CREATING UTTERLY UNIQUE INTERIORS, APRIL RUSSELL HAS GAINED A STELLAR REPUTATION ON BOTH SIDES OF THE ATLANTIC. SHE HAS THE ABILITY TO CAPTURE EACH CLIENT’S INDIVIDUAL VISION.
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for design stemmed from there, as it did for my sister, who also has a keen interest in the field – my father was a beautiful designer, alongside his work in Manhattan, and was my first inspiration.
HOW DO YOU LIKE TO WORK WITH YOUR CLIENTS?
I take a personal approach to each and every client, getting to know them on a meaningful level in order to create their perfect home. I start with the CAN YOU TELL US WHERE YOUR individual, rather than the LOVE FOR INTERIORS COMES interior – taking the time to FROM? As I grew older my passion for build a relationship, and a home, interiors, and for art in interiors, based on trust, and a shared I have always been interested grew with me. I was educated in interior design, ever since I vision. at Inchbald and Sotheby’s, and was a little girl, when I would have worked in design since redesign my doll houses, HOW IMPORTANT IS ART TO THE creating little pieces of furniture, doing up properties privately INTERIORS YOU CREATE? in London, working for others and redecorating each room I believe art to be one of the and, eventually, setting up April to match a certain style. My most important aspects when Russell: The Art of Interiors. mother and father were very designing an interior. It is stylish, and I believe my love
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" I have been given many pieces of valuable advice over the years. The greatest piece of which was probably the simplest – to always believe in my vision."
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important that your home reflects your personality, and hanging a much loved painting, or placing an unusual sculpture, is a wonderful way to show who you are. The correct artwork can help create an atmosphere that you love, transforming a space into a home. HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR STYLE?
Elegant, bespoke, and always in tune with the pattern of my client’s life.
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HAVE YOU A FAVOURITE PROJECT?
I have been lucky enough to work on a variety of wonderful projects, so this is a difficult question to answer! However, I would have to cite the onebed Pied A Terre in Chelsea as a personal favourite. My client was a seeking an environment where a professional couple could live, work and entertain, and came to me with a threebedroom apartment in need of a total transformation. I was able to oversee the
entire process involved in the apartment becoming a spacious one-bedroom, working closely with the architect, structural engineer and builder in order to open up previously hidden spaces, create new areas, and design something truly beautiful. With the interiors tastes of the client combined with my own expertise, and a vast range of eclectic artwork expertly hung throughout, the result was a home filled with light, personality, and love.
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Transforming a listed building to a modern home
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"although our style is clean and contemporary, it was important to work with the design features of the building. "
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Victorian Terrace House Flat LOCATION
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3 When it came to the daunting task of refurbishing a grade 2 listed Victorian townhouse flat in Islington, London, architect Ben Ridley was excited about what he could achieve. With a love for clean, contemporary styles, he set out to use his design ethos to complement existing period features.
Ben talked us through the project and results. “We bought the flat at auction, and I think that the fact the building was listed discouraged many in the room from bidding, due to the associated more complex renovation approval process. In fact on the day there was only one other bidder! I run an architecture practice that specialises in works to
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that specialises in works to period and listed buildings in London, so I was aware of the possibilities and the limitations, allowing us to be fairly confident in the auction room. The flat was previously owned by a housing association, and was generally in a poor decorative state, with old lino floor coverings, original timber boards, a very basic kitchen
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design programme. We also discovered asbestos during the works; this was from building work that had been completed in the 1970’s, when the house was converted to flats. This further delayed our programme and a specialist team had to brought in for removal. We altered the flat to provide an open plan kitchen in the living room, allowing the creation of an additional bedroom. The listed building consents required the replacement of the low quality hollow doors with period style panelled doors and architraves throughout. This was complemented with new carrara marble period style fireplaces, with a contemporary kitchen in matching marble. The original cornices were carefully repaired, with layers of paint being removed to reveal the original plasterwork detail, whilst heavily varnished and damaged original floorboards were sanded and soap stained to restore their original attractiveness. Our friends and family seem to like the contrast between the contemporary furniture and fittings and the listed period features of the building. They also love the effect of our dark bedroom, although I’m not sure they would all be brave enough to do the same! Visitors
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also like the tranquility of the flat; we have a small woodland to the rear, and a church and garden square to the front, both of which also give lovely green views - which are sometimes rare in central London!
herringbone laying pattern. But when it comes to possessions our prized piece is our dining table, a ‘peggy’ table in Ash from SCP. It is designed by PearsonLloyd, who are based nearby.
When asked which is my favourite room, I have to answer with the bathroom! The honed natural slate tiles have a beautiful sheen and I love the
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original windows have lovely fine mullions, whose beauty is in their apparent light, delicate nature; so we opted for String System shelves, which have similarly fine lines and a very light touch on the walls. We also didn’t want the flat to be too minimalist and serious, so hopefully spots of colour in furniture and fabrics give a little joy.� If you would like to view more of Ben's work visit architectureforlondon.com
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CONTEMPORARY LIGHT FITTINGS CAN WORK WELL WITH HIGH PERIOD CELLINGS AND CORNICES
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A GENERAL NEUTURAL TONE WITH POPS OF COLOUR USED SPORADICALLY HELP TO CREATE THIS MODERN LOOK
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ELLE VILLA A Dream Home! INTERIOR DESIGN ELISABETH GRINDHEIM PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANNETTECHRISTIAN.COM WRITTEN BY LIVING4MEDIA / MARIANA SCHROEDER
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ELISABETH & FAMILY PROPERTY
Traditional Scandinavian LOCATION
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3 From the moment she saw it Elisabeth Grindheim knew it was the perfect home for her family. It needed a lot of renovation, but for the energetic mother of eight, that was not a problem. Now that both the interior and exterior have been restored and filled with the possessions of several life times – the dream is complete.
Elisabeth Grindheim and her husband first saw the property on a rainy day in October, 2008. The property was dilapidated and bore the clear signs of passing time. The garden was overgrown and the trees totally obscured the view of the sea. But as Elisabeth says, "it was love at first sight. "
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She felt the charm and saw the potential of the beautiful old house built in the late 1800s. Deer still live in the woods and there is abundant bird life. The family was enthralled and decided right then and there to buy the house for themselves and their eight children. Elisabeth named it Elle Villa and loved it from that day on.
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dining room. An open shelf recycle whenever possible to retain the original charm of the contains part of Elisabeth’s collection of antique crystal property. and silver. The first stage of work involved She personally selected the restoring the original timber colours for all rooms. They are walls that had to be cleaned based on the sophisticated, soft off many layers of paint. There were also several wood- pastels that were found under burning ovens and a charming the many layers of old paint. It original fireplace that had to be was also important that there should be a nice balance and restored. She is an energetic and harmony when moving from creative woman who ran her room to room. The main room still had own company manufacturing remnants of the original clothing. When she sold that patterned wallpaper from 1880. In the hall she kept the original company, she opened a gift Some rooms had linoleum floor historic linoleum and added shop that instantly became antique chairs purchased at covering and original glass a success. The philosophy auction. A contemporary windows that give distorted behind the store's assortment views through handmade glass. painting by Stine Skjelberg, was to offer classic yet trendy Elisabeth contacted a company creates a nice contrast to the gift items in all price categories. that specializes in producing antique cabinet. The living The shop sells everything room is dominated by the replicas of historic wallpaper from small gifts to antique reproduction 19th century from the 1800s and had the chandeliers. "It's great fun to original wallpaper reproduced. wallpaper. The fireplace has be working professionally with been restored and adds warmth something that has always been in the winter months. The The wallpaper was hung my passion and hobby, " says Chandelier was made in 1880 the old-fashioned way with Elisabeth. overlapping seams. Because of and comes from Denmark. the dominant pattern, Elisabeth It took Elisabeth more than kept the walls in the adjoining Elizabeth loves chandeliers two years to bring the Elle rooms simple. The dining room and uses one in almost every Villa up to her standard. She retains its original timber walls room. "I can never get enough wanted to bring the house painted pale grey. The antique chandeliers, " she declares back to its former glory but and explains that she often table and chandelier are from was also determined to have travels far afield in search of all the modern technology and an antique shop. The kitchen the right chandelier for a room. is done in pearl grey and comfort that the 21st century offers. She tried to preserve and harmonizes with the adjoining Elle Villa has five bedrooms.
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The master bedroom is pale yellow with chairs from late 1800 upholstered in grey and cream brocade. The table and the Venetian chandelier from the 1940s were purchased at auction. One guest room is themed in delicate blue shades with a floral bedspread. The chandelier is a modern reproduction with Swarovski crystals.
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The mix of antique furniture and modern conveniences lends Elle Villa its unique character. Elisabeth’s decorating philosophy is based on balance, harmonious colour and functionality. The garden is now groomed and once again provides a view of the sea and deer often come out of the forest to graze on the lawn.
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4 She changed the simple glass door for an imposing double entrance portal custom-made by a carpenter. Its dull green paint contrasts with the white gingerbread trim on the house and pronounces a wordless welcome into Elisabeth’s unique world.
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DESIGN IT
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LOOK FOR PERIOD TRADITIONAL WALLPAPER, LIKE THE ABOVE AND USE IN ONLY ONE ROOM
A BLACK IRON FIREPLACE WITH A MARBLE SURROUND CREATES THE PERFECT FEATURE IN A ROOM
CHANDELIERS ARE A M HOUSE DESIGN, DON'T USE MODERN COLOURF
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MODERN MUTED TONED ARTWORK WORKS PERFECTLY AGAINST THE WHITE WALLS IN THIS ROOM
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PANELLING IS KEY TO THIS LOOK PAINTED IN PALE SHADES OF WHITE, BLUE, GREY AND GREEN
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CHALK PAINT™ BY ANNIE SLOAN
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When Annie Sloan developed her signature range of decorative paint, Chalk Paint™, in 1990, she revolutionised the way we see decorative painting. Annie has a strong desire to communicate and empower people creatively which she does through her books, workshops and paint.
She has been painting for over 40 years as well as writing nunumerous books on the subject. Her Chalk Paint™, was specifically designed for furniture, and can also be used on walls, floors and in paintings. We caught up with Annie to discuss why she decided to create her own paint and what the future holds for this talented lady.
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WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO CREATE YOUR OWN PAINT RANGE?
I first created my own line of decorative paint over 20 years ago. At the time, I couldn't find exactly what I wanted on the market. There were only house paints and artist paints available. What I wanted was something in between, so I developed a paint that works beautifully on furniture, walls and floors, requires no prep and dries quickly — and all with colours that can be mixed together just like artists’ paint. I called my paint Chalk Paint™ because of its velvety, matt finish. HOW HAS IT EVOLVED?
Chalk Paint™ started with only 12 traditional colours to which I then added a number of early 20th century colours. I now have 32 colours available with plans to add in a few more. WHY IS CHALK PAINT™ UNIQUE?
There has never, ever been a paint quite like this before. I developed it specifically for furniture so it can be used without priming or sanding first. Essentially, it means you can get on with the fun bit — the painting — without having to worry about any of the prep. It’s my free approach to painting that gives people an artistic license. I really believe that
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anyone can achieve beautiful results with my paint, whether they’re an experienced painter or not. WHERE DO YOU FIND INSPIRATION?
Art and life feed each other. Art galleries and artists inspire me. The history of paint and pigments also continue to feed my ideas and thoughts. Quality and reliability of stock was important and we couldn't control that if it was being manufactured the other side of the world. WHO DO YOU ADMIRE IN THE WORLD OF INTERIORS?
David Hicks. WHAT IS THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE YOU RECEIVED WHEN IT COMES TO DECORATING?
My father once told me "Always have something nice to look at.” That has always stayed with me. WHAT IS YOUR TOP TIP OR TREND FOR 2014?
Textured colour and 21st century shapes. WITH OVER 20 BOOKS PUBLISHED, YOU ARE OBVIOUSLY PASSIONATE ABOUT SHARING YOUR KNOWLEDGE WHAT DOES THE FUTURE HOLD FOR ANNIE SLOAN?
Interior design once was only for the elite. I wanted to change this by sharing my passion for paint, colour and style with everyone.
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FLORIST REVIEW
STEPHANIE SCHUR
IN JUST A FEW SHORT YEARS, STEPHANIE HAS BECOME THE FLORIST FOR THE HOLLYWOOD A-LIST – RACKING UP AN IMPRESSIVE LIST OF CLIENTELE INCLUDING GWYNETH PALTROW, REESE WITHERSPOON, DUSTIN HOFFMAN, WINDSOR SMITH…THE LIST GOES ON. WE CAUGHT UP WITH THE TALENTED STEPHAINE TO ASK HER ALL ABOUT HER STORE "BOTANY".
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Botany, a gorgeous European inspired florist! down I realized I really wanted to be there for my kids and not miss anything. I still felt a need to be creative so after taking a few years off I opened Botany. Deciding to leave Michon It's the perfect way to be close Schur was a very hard decision. The label was starting to home and be able to still have something of my own. to take off and I was traveling quite a bit between LA, New York and Paris. I then became WHERE DO YOU FIND pregnant with my second child INSPIRATION? my daughter Ruby and my I find inspiration everywhere! son Jake was getting ready to I am always inspired when the start school. I took time off for seasons change and new things the pregnancy and in slowing come into the market. WHY DID YOU LEAVE BEING A DESIGNER FOR INDIE LABEL MICHON SCHUR TO BECOME A FLORIST?
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO SOMEONE INTERESTED IN FLOWER ARRANGING?
I would say it's important to take your time and work with flowers you love. I think it's also helpful to only choose two or three colors so that your palette stays tasteful. It's always great to take a beginners class to help learn the basics.
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I really don't! I love them all! There have been quite a few that I have loved. Anytime WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE I get a new big project I love FLOWER FOR SCENT? throwing myself into it and I love Gardenias, Garden Roses coming up with ideas and and Hyacinth. inspiration. Two that I recently completed and really enjoyed PEOPLE GARDEN OR FLOWER creating, was a tablescape for TO DE-STRESS, WHAT House Beautiful and a holiday ARRANGE DO YOU DO? party for Goop and Michael I spend time with my family Kors collaboration. and travel as much as possible.
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To view more of Stephaine's beautiful flower creations visit www.botanyflowers.com
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LOVE ART ARTIST JASON KEELEY
Jason Keeley Jason Keeley has designed, directed idents, branding sequences and titles for, some of the UK's largest chanels including BBC One, BBC Two, BBC Four, BBC Entertainment, BBC News, Discovery, Disney, BT, FIFA, The History Channel and UKTV. Not content here, Jason has extended his creative side and recently published a series of silkscreen original prints. They reflect his work on projects such as the BBC News identity design, but have a more personal angle. We talked to Jason about this new direction and what the future holds for this talented designer and artist.
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WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO PURSUE FINE ART?
Having worked in the branding and design industry for so many years, I really wanted to have a personal project that was not dictated by a client brief, something that I could create and enjoy making myself, for myself. Screen-printing is a medium that I enjoyed most at Art School. I particularly love the finish. HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR ART?
Bold, contemporary and dynamic figure studies. WHERE DO YOU FIND INSPIRATION?
My inspiration is from dance and music. WHICH ARTIST DO YOU MOST ADMIRE AND WHY?
My main visual influences are the op artists, particularly Bridget Riley. I have always been interested in the graphic power of her work. I am also intrigued by the elements of visual illusion, particularly when 3D surfaces are explained only by high contrast shapes without tone and form.
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WHEN CREATING YOUR PAINTINGS DO YOU ENVISAGE A SETTING FOR THEM TO HANG?
or the interaction of figures in another.
Not really, I think they look pleasing in any location. Although I do favour slightly knocked back colours rather than full intensities.
WHAT DOES THE FUTURE HOLD FOR JASON KEELEY THE ARTIST?
DO YOU HAVE A FAVOURITE / OR MEANINGFUL PIECE?
I am afraid I don’t really have a favourite, which is a good thing. There is something about each individual piece that I like. The colour maybe favoured in one piece, or a particular pose,
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I would like to continue to publish more prints, but I would also like to explore a medium that allows me to work on a larger scale. Not quite sure what that is yet, but I do feel that the bigger my work goes, the more impact it could have.
For further information and to view more works by Jason visit http://www.jasonkeeley.co.uk
YOUR VERY OWN PHOTOGRAPHIC ARTWORK
SARAH FYFFE PHOTOGRAPHY
UNIQUE & TIMELESS FRAMED PORTRAITS OF FAMILIES, CHILDREN & BABIES BY AWARD WINNING PHOTOGRAPHIC ARTIST SARAH FYFFE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
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CHILDRENS ROOMS Be inspired with our guide to designing your childs room!
Recently launched Pippi and Jip was set up by a young Dutch lady based in the UK. It is an online marketplace where handpicked designers and retailers from across Europe, sell their quality children's products. This lamp caught our attention immediatley. Perfect for the comic book look. For further information visit www.pippiandjip.co.uk
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Be relaxed with the vintage glamour of the feminine Pennelope range at Gigi Brooks. The combination of subtle textures with the refinement of the colours and gentleness of the gathers is perfect for a growing girls room! Prices start from ÂŁ130. For more information visit www.gigibrooks.com
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Kids Rule Height Chart & Crate on Skates. These fabulous planter crates provide great storage or display solutions. Based on the traditional apple or “bushel” crate, these are available in four colours and all can be personalised to order. We love this giant vintage wooden ruler for measuring the growth of your little monkeys! Track your children’s growth and compare generations. No more marked walls and this can move house with you! Prices for the Ruler starts from £135 and the Crates from £45. For more information visit www.lovestruckinteriors.com
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If you are looking for ideas for decorating your childs bedroom, these rugs offer some great colours to start you off. From fabulous piglet pink, frog green and sky blue, all complete with a robin edging at either end for an extra bit of styling. Price ÂŁ299. For more information visit www.nubie.co.uk
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Like the industrial look and want a strong unique storage unit that can withstand the knocks from your little ones, then why not consider this storage unit made from wire. Price ÂŁ195. For more information visit www.vincentandbarn.co.uk
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This wallpaper is perfect for a little boy's bedroom, printed with a tipi design and with environmentally friendly inks. Great for the imagination. Price from ÂŁ35 per 10 metre roll. For more information visit www.pierrotetcoco.com
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When it comes to the walls and even furniture shades, we where instantly drawn to these paint colours by Earthborn. What makes these even more appealing is that the paint is VOC free and has received the ecoFlower label. Earthborn's Claypaint is particularly good for children's rooms, up-cycling children's furniture or even painting toy's as they have also gained the Safety For Toys EN71-3:1995 certification. A winner in our books. For more information visit www.earthbornpaints.co.uk
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These display boxes by Ferm Living allow you to showcase your childs collectibles with style. They could be used for pictures, figures and small toys. The contents can be secured by a plexi glass front cover that easily slides on and off. Prices from ÂŁ75. For more information visit www.nubie.co.uk
Run by a mum for mums is Pram Boutique. Specialising in providing excellent quality preowned top branded prams with a whopping saving on RRP. It is fast becoming the one stop shop for the savy online shopping mum! Visit pramboutique.co.uk
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The Charlie Oakley Boys Bed by Little Lucy Willow is a magnificent bed fit for a boy or girl. Handmade to order in the UK this bed is made to the highest quality, featuring a solid oak top. Available in a choice of durable painted colour finishes. This is a perfect bed to grow along with your child, we adore this new colour to their range - Baby Elephant Grey! Price ÂŁ745. For more information visit www.littlelucywillow.co.uk
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This wall sticker makes a beautiful addition to a nursery or child's room and looks particularly lovely when hung over a cot or bed. It features a wintry branch with scattered stars. The branch has a subtle watercolour texture giving it a realistic look. Prices start from ÂŁ28. For more information visit www.kokokids.com
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New for 2014 at Hunkydory is this fabulous collection of bright, bold cushions by Yoke a design brand based in Scotland. The collection features bright animal designs: Ronnie & Frank, Patrick Pelican and Alfie Rabbit. The standard cushions measure 45cm square and retail for £40.00. The giant floor cushions measure 1m square and retail for £100.00. For more information visit www.hunkydoryhome.co.uk
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We adore this range by Dolce & Gabbana at Childsplay Clothing. Paying homage to one of the worlds greatest boxers, Muhammad Ali & legendary American actor and racer Steve McQueen, these pure cotton tops ooze with vintage origins. Both in a cream hue with contrasting burgundy, why not team them with denim shorts and baseball trainers for an effortless summer look. Prices start from ÂŁ58.50. For more information visit www.childsplayclothing.co.uk
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Opposite Page - For the budding exlporers, we couldn't help but fall in love with this range by Room Seven. The quilt and cushions, bring a fun colourful patch work design that is complimented with wooden floors, grey walls and large maps of the world. Prices start from ÂŁ20. For more information visit www.roonseven.com
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OUTDOOR LIVING Be inspired with our guide to living in the Great Outdoors!
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Opposite Page - Thermique Cafetière from La Cafetière, from £36.95. Ideal for serving coffee when dining outdoors, as the Thermique keeps coffee hot for 3 times longer than a traditional cafetière. A winning combination of style and practicality! For further information visit www.lacafetiere.com
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The Callanish Dining Table is a behemoth of an outdoor dining table that will make a fantastic, sculptural feature in your garden when it is not in use. This very heavy table is large enough to easily seat 12 people. A classic masterpiece. Price ÂŁ2,600. For further information visit www.okadirect.com
The Parker Urn Outdoor Table Lamp from Nicolas Shaslam is the perfect example of how to create your outdoor living space into a room. Made from polyresin the urned shaped table lamp is painted with zinc. Suitable for outdoor use with weather proofed bulb and flex. For further information visit www.nicholashaslam.com
A giant, decorative pot in a fabulous shade of grey. Almost resembling a cactus, we think this giant planter would look fantastic on a patio or placed at the entrance to your house. Price ÂŁ490. For further information visit www.okadirect.com
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Go Modern's new garden range from Expormim, showcases beautiful, high-end outdoor garden furniture. Made in Spain and manufactured using the very best, hard-wearing materials, that can be safely left outside for long periods of time. This stunning range is built to last with a flawless finish. For further information visit www.gomodern.co.uk
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Opposite Page - We absolutely love the retro look of these environmentally friendly fairy lights, which carry the Green Energy label. Perfect for creating garden party perfection, or an atmospheric boost inside your home, the lights are made by Danish lighting design company, Sirius, using creamy-coloured LED bulbs on 6 meters of classic black flex with an extra 8m extension lead to reach your nearest socket. For further information visit www.thewhitecompany.com
A POSH SHED
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The Posh Shed Company designs and builds wooden sheds of the highest quality. Using only superior FSC timber, it produces a range of beautiful yet practical sheds, as well as offering a bespoke service for those wanting something really unique. Available in a range of colours a Posh Shed will enhance any outdoor space.
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outdoor living space with luxurious throws and cushions. These designs from Susie Watson Design, handmade home collection are a beautiful example of the colours and interest you can create. For more information visit www.susiewatsondesigns.co.uk
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This solid, cast concrete bench in an ethereal twig design is a great sculpture and practical piece. The organic design of this piece of furniture makes it perfect for any garden setting, whist it's concrete structure makes it suitable for all outdoor weather conditions. For further information visit www.nicholashaslam.com
Perfect for warming up the British summer evenings is this simple and elegantly designed fire bowl. Not only will this bring atmosphere to your outdoor living space it is also practical. So whether you are sipping cocktails or roasting marshmallows, this is a perfect garden accessory. Price ÂŁ39.95, from Idyll Home. For further information visit www.idyllhome.co.uk
Lovely vintage style copper plated and glass lantern. Copper is very now and this lantern is both simple and classic - it would work well in a modern or vintage setting. Place three to four around your outdoor seating, decking or line your footpath. Price at ÂŁ33 from Idyll Home. For further infromation visit www.idyllhome.co.uk
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Chrome is the New Gold There's a silver lining to every cloud and when the rain stops you'll need a top quality barbecue that delivers perfect food consistently and effortlessly. A barbecue that will excel with new and innovative technology, taking outdoor dining to the next level with superior technology and brilliant design. Barbecues do just that. GardenSite sell a premium range of charcoal, gas, built-in and portable barbecues, developed to meet the demands of a discerning market. Their award winning products from Napoleon, Buschbeck, Grandhall and BeefEater feature state of the art cooking techniques, and all the superb technology is contained within an elegant barbecue that is impressively designed and superbly appointed. Packed with features such as stainless steel cooking grids and infrared burners for consistent and easily regulated heat, you'll find useful extras like an integrated ice bucket and cutting board. Late night entertaining has also been made easy by i-GLOW backlit control knobs. GardenSite really have thought of everything, there's even the option of a charcoal tray to add to gas grills so that your cooking can be enhanced by wonderful traditional flavouring. In the world of barbecues, 'chrome is the new gold'. Dazzling style has been incorporated into a peerless range that will make you feel so good when the sun is shining, the barbecue is glistening and the food is sizzling. Let your cooking reach new heights, this is your opportunity to discover why GardenSite barbecues really are the pinnacle of masterful design and technology. Get the complete range of barbecues at
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Comes as standard with Swan Windows.
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Meet a Cacoon, the coolest hanging haven for grown-ups and kids. It’s your swing chair, your hammock, your hanging garden seat, it’s whatever you want it to be, inside or out. It’s for after that hard day at work, or something fun for the weekend. Picture yourself, chilling out and relaxing, wherever and whenever you want. Compostable and therefore 100% degradable. Price from £162. For further information visit www.hang-in-out.com
For all those who love to watch the wildlife in their gardens, this little cheeky bird feeder can be installed anywhere. Directly in the ground, in a flowerpot or tied to a branch or a beam. It can be customised for any bird enthusiast. It is very easy to find a place for it, even in a small garden or on a terrace. Price £75. For further information visit www.theoakandropecompany.co.uk
The Milano Rattan Daybed is the ultimate in summer luxury, reminiscent of a Miami mansion’s patio. Make yours into an expansive lounging spot, as pictured, or separate the pieces into two sunloungers – the choice is yours. Price £895. For further information visit www.alexander-francis.co.uk
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Opposite Page - A large ridged and curved planter made from reconstituted stone that resembles an upside down beehive. The Bamburgh Planters will make a great focal feature for your garden or patio. Prices from ÂŁ550. For further information visit www.okadirect.com
Traditionally styled garden benches with NO maintenance required - Leave outside all year long. - No need to cover or oil. - 2 or 3 seaters available. - Prices start from only ÂŁ179!
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TASTE NOTES SUMMER
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FRUIT 2 PUNNETS OF RASPBERRIES 4 KIWI – PEELED AND 1CM DICE 100G CASTOR SUGAR 250ML WHIPPING CREAM
Whip cream until firm peaks.
In large mixing bowl break up enough meringues for 4 people add the remaining raspberries and Add the 150g of castor sugar, 1 tbsp chopped kiwi, fold in whipped at a time, whilst whisking until you cream. form firm glossy peaks. Spoon some raspberry compote Pipe onto baking paper, then bake into dessert glasses and fill with at 110ºc for 2 hours, until crisp. meringue mixture. Top with some more fruit. Place 1 punnet of raspberries and 100g of castor sugar into saucepan and stew down to make a fruit compote (add a little water if berries are quite dry) allow to cool.
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SALT & CHILLI CHICKEN WITH A MANGO & GINGER SALAD AND SCALLION, SOY DRESSING
METHOD Cut the chicken fillets into 6 strips each. Finely chop the garlic and fresh ginger. Add the chicken, garlic, ginger and egg whites together and place in the fridge for 1 hour to marinate. Combine all the salt & chilli flour ingredients together and reserve. Add all the dressing ingredients together and liquidise until smooth. Toss together all the salad components with a little of the dressing and arrange on 4 plates. Toss marinated chicken through the seasoned flour and deep fry at 180ยบc for approx 6mins, then place in the oven for 6-7 mins at 180ยบc to ensure it is cooked through. Arrange on top of salad and drizzle with some of the dressing.
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INGREDIENTS SERVES 4 4 CHICKEN FILLETS 2 CLOVES GARLIC 1 TSP FINELY CHOPPED FRESH GINGER 2 EGG WHITES SALT & CHILLI FLOUR MIX 250G SELF RAISING FLOUR 125G CORNFLOUR 25G CHILLI POWDER 25G CAYENNE PEPPER 12G GROUND CUMIN 12G GROUND CORIANDER 12G ONION SALT 12G GARLIC SALT SALAD SELECTION OF MIXED LEAVES 1 MANGO, CUT 1CM DICE 1 RADISH FINELY SLICE 1 RED PEPPER FINELY SLICED 4 TSP OF PICKLED GINGER FINELY SLICED 2 TOMATOES, DESEEDED AND FLESH SLICED CUCUMBER FINELY SLICED ZEST OF 1 LIME DRESSING I BUNCH OF SCALLIONS 50ML LIGHT SOY SAUCE 1 TSP PICKLED GINGER 2 TSP SOFT BROWN SUGAR 200ML RAPESEED OIL 1 CLOVE GARLIC
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TYPING ROOM OPENS TO RAVE REVIEWS
Town Hall Hotel’s eagerly awaited new restaurant by Chef Lee Westcott, Typing Room, opened last month to rave reviews. The 40-cover restaurant, taking over from the former site of Nuno Mendes’ Viajante, is Lee’s first solo venture. It offers a refined European menu showcasing and focusing on the British seasons and produce.
Lee’s creative menu of five snacks, five starters and five mains demonstrates his signature style of innovative yet unpretentious dishes. Sample dishes include Mackerel, passion fruit, burnt cucumber & dill; Pigeon smoked in pine, salt baked celeriac, lovage & hazelnut; and Green tea, yoghurt & sesame. Six-course and eight-course tastings menus are also available for those wishing to sample the full experience.
The menu is accompanied by a dynamic and versatile wine list constantly evolving with a mix of classic and more unusual styles, incorporating smaller producers. There is also a good selection of English wines by the glass. Lee returns to London having joined Jason Atherton’s team of executive chefs by running his two Hong Kong restaurants 22 Ships and Ham & Sherry. Before that he spent 4 years
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working alongside Michelin starred chef Tom Aikens, heading up the kitchen at his eponymous Chelsea restaurant. Prior to that, Lee’s vast experience has seen him complete stints at 3 Michelin star Per Se in New York, alongside Rene Redzepi at Noma, and with Gordon Ramsey at Claridges. The restaurant is so named after Town Hall’s original typing room where all communications from the mayor, council and judicial system were put to ink. Designers Ariana Rees Roberts and Lucinda Johnson have taken inspiration from the natural landscape to create a relaxed and inviting environment for diners, whilst respecting the original historic features of the building dating back to 1910. Natural materials including oak, marble and ceramic adorn the restaurant, with touches of brushed brass providing warmth. The open kitchen has been designed as a focal point of the space, injecting energy into the room. The artwork nods to the restaurant's East London setting and hotel history.
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Marie Baxter, General Manager of Town Hall Hotel, commented "We are extremely excited to introduce this new restaurant venture to the area and to our guests. Lee has been focusing on an elegant yet casual dining experience, with a relaxed service. The creative menu, together with the newly decorated room and a brilliant team brings it all together." Typing Room is open for lunch Wednesday – Sunday and dinner Wednesday - Saturday.
FURTHER INFO / BOOK A TABLE WWW.TYPINGROOM.COM
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TOWN HALL HOTEL
Architectural splendour with cutting-edge design! LOCATION BETHNAL GREEN, LONDON
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The imposing Town Hall building, which has stood in the heart of London’s vibrant East End since Edwardian times, reopened its doors in April 2010 as Town Hall Hotel. After a visionary extension and a sensitive restoration under the direction of Rare Architecture.
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Set in the heart of the vibrant East End, the award-winning Town Hall Hotel combines architectural splendour with cutting-edge design and a devotion to the pleasures of life. Every room and suite has been individually designed. Many retain Grand Edwardian period features, others have an up-inthe-eaves-loft-style chic. All
are exceptionally spacious, feeling more like a pied a terre in the city than a traditional hotel room. Each room contains on-off vintage pieces of furniture and is made deliciously inviting with sheepskin rugs by the bed.
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" Each room contains on-off vintage pieces of furniture and is made deliciously inviting with sheepskin rugs by the bed"
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The Original Town Hall opened in 1910. The heyday of Edwadian Architecture and Bristish Power. The building reflected a new confidence and wealth in the Borough and the Council spent lavishly on fine architects, craftsmen and artists to decorate it. More building was commissioned in the 1930s and this splendid addition contains the Art-Deco interiors which have made Town Hall Hotel a famous film location. Pevsener, the Architectural Book of Britain, called the internal decoration ‘subtle but expensive Deco style’. Australian walnut wood was used to panel the Council
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Chamber, mahogany in the mayoral office, green and white marble lined the staircase, while even the air vents were covered with exquisitely patterned brass grilles. Town Hall Hotel marries Edwardian, Art-Deco and now the most cutting-edge modern architecture in one harmonious whole. The design has drawn plaudits from English Heritage and won accolades within the industry. Town Hall Hotel won the prestigious RICS London award for Building Conservation, as well as the national Project of the
Year Award, reflecting the exceptional concentration that was put into restoration and preservation as well as imaginative reinvention. Using techniques never before seen in Britain, including a patterned metal veil, laser-cut with a design inspired by the Art-deco Council Chamber, every room is flooded with natural light, while original features have been painstakingly restored. Architects, furniture designers, artists and craftsmen have been involved at every step of the way to create a truly stunning interior.
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AN ISLAND ESCAPE CATHERINE & NEIL " UNSPOILT RUSTIC BEAUTY" SET THE TONE FOR THIS SPECTACULAR DAY
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Catherine and Neil stunning wedding was set in a rugged picturesque island off the west coast of Ireland, Achill Island. Based in Co.Mayo, Achill Island only has a population of 2700 and is only 57 sqauare miles wide. It was this island that provided the perfect backdrop for Catherine and Neil’s wedding.
reflected in their wedding. Catherine placed wildflowers in glass jars with raffia bows and lined the old stone windows in the church with these simple natural touches. Each of the wooden pews where also adorned with similar flowers, creating a beautiful contrast of flowers, wood and stone.
Catherine and Neil love the outdoors and this was clearly
Her dress was a vintage inspired number with a
a stunning scoop front and back. She finished this off perfectly with a net headpiece. Catherine’s bridesmaids, her sister Judith and two childhood friends wore sage green chiffon dresses with bouquets of pink and white flowers. The vintage, natural theme, was continued throughout the day with a navy 1920’s Austin as the wedding car. The scenery really helped the
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atmosphere of the day. Talking about the day, their photographer (our very own Sarah Fyffe) commented “I was super excited to shoot this wedding in Real Ireland! It has taken me many miles of travel and talking to people from different backgrounds for me to realise the unspoilt
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rustic beauty we still have in many parts of Ireland, beauty which is so often ignored as we become overly influenced by the media. This strong, windy, deep down Ireland wedding that I shot for Catherine & Neil was amazing and I was so happy they loved it!”
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