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Design News The latest from the world of interior design Books ‘Casa Bohemia’ by Linda Leigh Paul is our favourite book for November Design Trends from Michael wolk and Fiona Kelly Fabrics New collections and designers; Lelievre, Beaumont & Fletcher plus a people piece on Sera Hersham-Loftus Wallpaper Latest from Casamance, JAB UK and Papermoon Rugs & Flooring Natural Elements Flooring, ITC Natural Luxury Flooring’s latest collections Kitchens Four great kitchens New York Design Project Axis Mundi create a space for a young couple’s growing art collection San Francisco Design Project Phillip Silver transforms a drab living room with a touch of exuberance Soho Design Project Coffinier Ku Design creates a modern oasis Designer Focus Robert Angell: Classic style offering luxury and elegance Designer Focus Laura Hammett: a sense of heritage and timelessness Bathrooms Latest from Drummonds, Aston Matthews and Matki Lighting New collections from Martin Huxford, Jamb and Kaia Inspired by The Candy Brothers: from the terrace of their vast penthouse they overlook the splendours of Monte Carlo and the Mediterranean A Jaipur Jewel A British couple create an Indian getaway awash with exotic colours Culture Shock Two designers faced a challenge when they moved the family from the mountains of Mexico to a Belgian townhouse

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URBAN LIVING Interiors have been appointed as exclusive UK stockists for Casamilano – one of Italy’s most respected furniture brands. Internationally renowned designers have contributed to the extensive collection which includes sofas, armchairs, dining and coffee tables, cabinets, lamps and mirrors. T: +44 (0)207 637 9427 www.urbanlivinginteriors.co.uk

VALERIE WADE has always specialised in glamorous vintage and contemporary mirrored furniture. Her Venice dressing table in bronze mirror with hand faceted crystal handles is no exception. Made to order, the piece comes in different colours and bespoke sizes. For the finishing touches she stocks bespoke and vintage chairs, seductive accessories and mood lighting.

T: +44 (0)207 225 1414 | www.valeriewade.com

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LUXDECO, the online destination to discover and shop luxury interiors, have created a series of evolving interior design schemes, revealing how to effortlessly transform three key rooms into a myriad of inspirational looks. www.LuxDeco.com

BESPOKE staircase experts, BISCA, were briefed to design, make and install a two flight staircase in this North Yorkshire farmhouse renovation with a layout to include space for the owners’ extensive library on the wall adjacent to the staircase.

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THIS INTERESTING and decorative combination of designs by John-Richard spotlights the colourful Carrera cabinet which was inspired by its namesake, Carrera marble. Its reverse painted glass is sleek, modern and unmistakably refined. Other pieces shown include: the Around in Circles table lamp accented with hand-made brass circles and scratched-etched finish offset by a creamy marble base; Moonlight vase with antiqued silver finish evoking shadows in the moonlight; and matching Moonlight bowl.

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THIS STYLISH Allegra dresser is a statement piece for the bedroom. Styled with three spacious drawers, this versatile design is highlighted with Alden Parkes’ signature solid brass hardware. Used alone or with the matching headboard, it’s also available in Tiffany white or a warm walnut finish.

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Aiveen Daly

Once a savvy marketer who turned her creative hand to luxury furniture upholstery, has just celebrated 10 years in the industry.

In the early days, her bespoke tailoring and signature style quickly made a name for her, full of haute couture inspiration and subtle glamour. Now 10 years on, the studio has discreetly become the little black book favourite, designing and making for the world’s most exclusive interiors projects.

Aiveen demonstrates British innovation at its best: a specialist upholstery company with the mix of traditional technical skills and modern methods

combined with a real hunger for innovation.

Working mainly on commissions from her London atelier, the studio uses luxurious embellishment and fabric manipulation techniques to adorn furniture and surfaces. From the very decorative dining chairs which incorporate multiple elements such as metal work, hand embroidery, pleating and pearls to the more simple architectural details such as hand stitched leather satchels incorporated into leather panels.

In addition to taking bespoke commissions, she also offers an edited collection of made-to-order furniture and accessories which can be found on her newly launched website.

T: +44 (0)208 962 0044 | www.aiveendaly.com

Bespoke carpets and rugs by Concept Handtufting Ltd. We strive to create the most unique and desirable handtufted carpets, tailoring each piece to our customer’s scheme.

The use of the finest materials such as fine silks, hand spun wools and natural bamboo, combined with the highest levels of design and craftsmanship ensure pure luxury for your feet.

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SIMON HORN’S splendid bedframes are perfectly partnered by Marshall & Stewart’s luxurious mattresses, handmade in the UK. See them together at Simon Horn’s flagship showroom on the King’s Road.

T: +44 (0)207 731 3555 | www.simonhorn.com

MOTTAHEDEH & COMPANY has partnered with Rookwood Art Pottery to introduce vintage and classic vessels reflecting the rich history of one of America’s most honoured decorative arts companies. Founded in Cincinnati in 1880

by Maria Longworth Nichols, Rookwood Art Pottery was the first female-owned manufacturing company in the United States.

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ANA BARRETO INTERIORS design luxury furniture tailor-made to clients’ unique specifications. Each piece is exquisitely built by mastercraftsmen, from consoles and dining tables to sofas and chairs. Their showroom in Richmond is the perfect place to see their collection and an exclusive range of accessories.

T: +44 (0)208 744 977 | www.anabarretointeriors.com

UBER INTERIORS has always been a big fan of the cross leg console table but the range of new finishes, like this brushed (almost gold-like) brass, add a new direction for this quality classic. T: +44 (0)845 077 3280 | www.uber-interiors.com

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CHIC AND BRIGHT, inspired by a delightful summer day in Paris, Artmax combines classic with a modern twist to perfect these pieces in a contrasting bold white and gold finish.

T: 001 773 376 6266 | www.artmaxfurniture.com

HERITAGE marine lighting manufacturer Davey Lighting brings out the big guns this Autumn/Winter with its largest pendant yet. Showcasing all the hallmarks of Davey’s refined yet authentic utilitarian styling this light features a combination of fit-for-purpose design, traditional craftsmanship and the finest raw materials. www.davey-lighting.co.uk

THE PERCY chest from Julian Chichester with its neoclassical shape is updated for the 21st century in bleached ivory vellum with three concave brass drawers and brass legs. www.julianchichester.com

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THESE NEW and contemporary Mr & Mrs handcrafted wing chairs from Lyndon Design form the perfect seating duo. While paying respectful homage to their stately grandeur, they incorporate contemporary touches that make them suitable for today’s corporate, hospitality and boutique hotel environment. Designed to sit amiably alongside sofas and other furnishings, both may be used as standalone pieces to make a bold design statement. T: +44 (0)124 258 4897 | www.lyndon.co.uk

Manufacturers of traditional and contemporary bespoke furniture

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design news The Palladian chair by Councill shows modern interpretation of the classic English banking chair.

Curves and angles are complemented by the warmth of exposed wood in Aubergine finish. The luscious crushed velvet fabric is called McQueen Citrus.

T: 001 336 859 2155 | www.councill.com

THE ROBBIE sofa from Allison Paladino for E J Victor features cut turquoise, velvet fabric on the pillows. These designs bring class and a clean-line look while adding that special, rich feel for a modern or transitional setting and a timeless look.

T: 001 828 437 1991 | www.ejvictor.com

LUXEFORM introduces a collection of ancient carpets and primitive wall hangings of nomadic origin including Saharan mats, Central Asian felts, and Kurdish kilims - forms that have been passed down unchanged for thousands of years. They also offer made to measure rugs and carpets made from the Fergana Valley, Uzbekistan T: +44 (0)192 087 7338 |www.luxeform.co.uk

Villiers has launched a new collection of metal sculpture. Made from stainless steel, copper, bronze and mild steel the sculptures are suitable for both interior and exterior environments. They are confident that their creations will provide exciting opportunities for high end hotel, interior and garden designers.

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A STUNNING combination of modern and sculptural lines gives the Brigitte Lounge Chair from Jonathan Adler a distinctively futuristic air.

The channel tufted orange slubby upholstery and brass legs are both timeless and elegant.

T: +44 (0)207 589 9563 | www.jonathanadler.com

THE OCCASIONAL Game Table from Hurtado features a chequered table top and white maple wood. The chequered table top is removable and features storage compartments. The Hurtado Occasional Game Table features Hurtado’s highly elegant and traditional designs marked by Hurtado’s use of wood carving.

T: 001 336 885 6660 www.hurtadofurniture.com

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The LAPADA Art & Antiques Fair returns to the impressive surrounds of Berkeley Square, Mayfair, from Tuesday 22nd September until Sunday 27th September 2015. A must-visit event for sourcing and buying art, antiques, design and decorative arts in a breadth of disciplines.

T: +44 (0)207 823 3511 | www.lapadalondon.com

ONE OF THE latest introductions by Artmax incorporates class design with contemporary linear shapes and infused with a touch of safari motif. Handmade by master craftsmen, these designs continue to show superlative quality and design, always expected from Artmax.

T: 001 773 376 6266 www.artmaxfurniture.com

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THIS HANDSOME sofa is shown in gunmetal finish with neutral fabric on body and pillows exclusively from Dorya. The eye-catching contrasting welt and pillow details in leather highlight the warm, refined look adding even more panache to this outstanding contemporary setting.

US T: 001 305 373 4446 | www.doryainteriors.com UK T:+44 (0)120 271 7017 | www.interio.co.uk

THIS EXQUISITE Farrah chair is from Tomlinson’s Directional division, long known for its fresh contemporary style and superb craftsmanship. Designers love the freedom of creating their own looks from a company which brings collections from some of the most respected designers in the home furnishings industry. The Tomlinson companies have been quietly hand-crafting custom pieces in North Carolina for over a century.

T: 001 336 472 5005 | www.tomlinsonerwinlambeth.com

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Bespoke sofa London is one of the UK’s leading bespoke furniture manufacturing companies.

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THE BOSTON is handmade in England to an original Chippendale design, with solid beech inner frame and mahogany base. Traditionally upholstered using natural materials wherever possible, the seat and back with hand sewn individual coil springs, individual nailing to the face. Three seat, two and a half seat, two seat sofa and chair to order in any covering with bespoke stud, seat filling, and polishing options. T: +44(0)207 610 9597 www.brightsofnettlebed.co.uk

EXPANDING ON the hugely sophisticated and popular Colonial Chair, Carl Hansen & Son is now reintroducing further pieces in the series. The new sofa and coffee table reflect the designer’s penchant for the delicate and refined curves of bygone colonial times.

T: + 45 66 12 14 04 | www.carlhansen.com

TO COINCIDE with the opening of The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier, From Catwalk to Sidewalk Roche Bobois launches a new collection of cushions designed by Jean Paul Gaultier himself. The designs are a perfect fusion of his inimitable playfulness and creativity along with Roche Bobois’s quality and craftsmanship. www.roche-bobois.com TAKING ITS inspiration from the iconic designs of 18th Century Ormolu clocks and combining it with the ingenuity of the contemporary British silversmith, this limited edition Imperial clock is an opulent objet d’art from Grant Macdonald which harks back to the splendour of the Versailles Palace of pre-revolution France. www.grantmacdonald.com

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OASIS once again create a sensual and cultured atmosphere which is 100% Italian yet truly cosmopolitan with rich dark hues and waterfall effects. Marble will always meet the brief for sophisticated and luxurious designs.

T: +39 0434 654752 | www.oasisgroup.it

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The Platonic Fireplace Company has been pushing the boundaries of fire style and design for more than 30 years and still remain at the forefront of contemporary design.

T: +44 (0)208 891 5904 www.platonicfireplaces.co.uk

The Tiffany buffet pairs beautifully with the popular Tiffany cabinet by Alden Parkes. This piece can function as a media console or buffet. It is available in either a stunning white piano finish with gold leaf details or a warm walnut with gold leaf. Both designs are accented with the company’s signature solid brass hardware.

With the adjustable interior shelving, this striking buffet offers abundant storage options. T: 001 904 279 1617 | www.aldenparkes.com

Ana Barreto Interiors creates unique pieces of furniture for those who appreciate style, functionality and craftsmanship. Its furniture is exclusively designed using a wide variety of timeless and distinctive finishes. Its Richmond showroom is the ideal location for you to see their range of sofas, coffees tables, consoles and accessories.

T: +44 (0)208 744 977 | www.anabarretointeriors.com HE IS known for his signature stripe wool runners and rugs and now Roger Oates offers a bespoke service for clients who want something a little different. All designs in his portfolio can be re-coloured using a choice of colours from the Roger Oates colour palette and woven to a wider width and rescaled for unusually wide or narrow staircases. Â T: +44 (0)207 351 2288 | www.rogeroates.com 32

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This delightful chrysanthemum coffee table by Matsuoka is fashion forward with its charcoal Japonica high gloss top and legs and stunning hand painted chrysanthemum. Whimsical, yet artful, this stylish contemporary design takes a bold approach that literally blooms with its own special glamour. US T: 001 336 882 5070 www.matsuokafurniture.com UK T: +44 (0)120 271 7017 www.interio.co.uk

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DAEDALIAN GLASS STUDIOS have been at the forefront of innovative glass design since 1986. A team of British artisans, designers and technicians work together to create the finest and some of the most unique products and bespoke projects you’re likely to see. www.daedalianglassstudios.com

THE BONAPARTE upholstered bed from And So To Bed is inspired by the classic Victorian Chesterfield design, and features sweeping curves and decorative scrolls at the head and foot of the bed. Upholstered in a beautiful Bohemian Paisley fabric by Mulberry Home this bed is a luxurious addition to any home. T: +44 (0)808 144 4343 | www.andstobed.co.uk

Edwardian Kitchen Sink Mixer Shown with petrified oak levers, this beautiful polished wood is certified over 5000 years old and has an elegance and practicality. The 2 hole sink bridge has 215mm or 260mm spout projection.

Available from Czech & Speake, 54 Pimlico Road, London, SW1W 8LP enquiries pimlico.road@czechandspeake.com For other finishes and versions please visit

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THIS WROUGHT iron side table by Andrew Kornat Designs is handmade in Florence using a historical technique. Shown in hand applied gold leaf finish with a Marron Imperial marble top, it is available in many other finishes. www.andrewkornatdesigns.com

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FLOOR SEASONS is one of London’s leading outlets for bespoke hardwood flooring. Their new showroom in Chelsea displays over 250 sample boards and this season sees them increase their range with a new collection of Herringbone and Decorative Panels building on the enduring popularity of traditional floors.

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THIS MAGNIFICENT Cuore Chest from the Biltmore Collector’s Room collection by Fine Furniture Design features an inlaid heart design and marble top. It is modeled after an Italian piece in Edith Vanderbilt’s bedroom. This stunning signature piece will become a focal point.

T: 001 336 883 9918 www.ffdm.com

SINUOUS lines and whimsical details are enhanced by delicate finishes and refined fabrics which characterise the Roberto Giovannini collection of single beds. Upholstered in silk, buttoned with ruches, the wood finish is Oro Leggero (gold leaf). www.robertogiovannini.com

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BESPOKE SOFA LONDON are among the most successful manufacturers of luxury furniture. Dedicated to fine British craftsmanship and superb customer service, all of the products in their range are hand made in London. Specialising in a range of designer furniture, Bespoke Sofa London offer a large selection of sofas, chairs and headboards. www.bespokesofalondon.co.uk

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NINA CAMPBELL has made quite a stir in the American interiors market with a collaboration with Connecticut-based accessories company Oomph to design a collection of furniture based on pieces that she owns. The collection is on show in the new Nina Campbell showroom which opened its doors in the Chelsea Harbour Design Centre last month. Among the pieces that are getting attention are the What Not, an etagere which becomes a pair of end or side table when separated, and the Billy tray ready made for tea time or the cocktail hour. Both are based on antiques that Nina owns.

Both come in a range of colours.

T:+44 (0)207 186 8000 | www.ninacampbell.com | www.oomphonline.com

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by Renzo Mongiardino which depicts a garden and crumbling architecture Photograph: Fritz von der Schulenburg 3 The trompe l’oeil wall, by Renzo Mondiardino, gives the illusion that a Renaissance musician recently sat strumming in the sunlit armchair Photograph: Christopher Simon Sykes 4 View of the enfilade of rooms leading from the drawing room of a Sicilian palazzo with classical mural Photograph: Fritz von der Schulenburg 42

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Casa Bohemia The Spanish - Style House The author traces the history of Linda Leigh Paul’s Casa Bohemia is Spanish style architecture from its a celebration of the uniquely vibrant Iberian sources to the development of architecture and interiors of classic the Mission style in the Americas to the and new Spanish-style houses in still-flourishing Spanish Revival and the south-western and southern United Mediterranean styles, and endlessly rich States, Mexico, and Spain, it showcases a collection of 29 of the most beautifully details. preserved Spanish style houses, from restored haciendas in Casa Bohemia Mexico to early and recent 20th The Spanish - Style House century California mission styles

by Linda Leigh Paul which were built between the late Published by Rizzoli 17th century and the present day. www.rizzoli.com

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Mid century inspired furniture designed by Michael Wolk for Tomlinson’s Palm Spring Collection (from left) the Chandler, the Aubrey and the Valentino bed

A MID CENTURY LEGACY Michael Wolk says that 1950’s and 60’s furniture designs are still relevant today

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he visually compelling Madmen television series may be over, but the characteristics of the mid-century modern interior and furniture designs that it showcased not only endure to this day, but also continue to thrive. A quick look back at the evolution, ideas, and dominant designers of this era makes it clear why the distinguishing qualities of many mid-century modern furniture designs are as relevant and influential now as they were in the 1950s and ’60s.

Foremost among the ideas that influenced the furniture of this period was the fusion of art and design. Just as the Industrial Revolution transformed most furniture into a commodity, this notion enabled the shapers of the mid-century modern movement to once again celebrate craftsmanship as a wide array of artisans, artists, and sculptors began exploring furniture design. Paul McCobb, a design icon of this era, for example, trained as a fine artist. Isamu Noguchi, another widely recognized mid-century modern master, started his career an assistant to the sculptor Constantin Brâncuși. Other well-known designers, such as Harry Bertoia and Wharton Esherick, were also sculptors.

And George Nakashima, known for his signature largescale tables made of large wood slabs with smooth tops and unfinished natural edges, preferred to be called woodworker to designer. The sculptural quality of three dimensionality these men exhibited in their work was reflected in the sinuous, fluid, and organic forms they created. The dominance of abstract art at this time was also mirrored in the abstract shapes and striking colors of their new designs. Like the major players of that era, numerous artists, fashion designers, and architects today are similarly crossing over disciplines and creating new exciting furniture designs.

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thermo-plastic, scrap aluminum, and foam, which designers readily embraced and incorporated into their designs. World War II also exposed American designers to the Bauhaus and International Style movements percolating overseas and their influences are clearly visible in the furniture that emerged in the decades that followed. In a similar way, computers, the Internet, and digital technologies are having a profound affect on furniture design today. From the methodology of rapid prototyping to new materials like carbon fibre and products like LED lighting, the possibilities with new methods and materials have exploded.

Also fueling mid-century modern creativity was a sense of optimism after the war - and this was reflected in the exuberance of many new designs of the era. Some of the prominent manufacturers at that time, such as Knoll, Dunbar, and Directional, were also interested in bringing good design to the masses. Design became accessible not only financially, but intellectually and emotionally as well. Today, there is a similar general optimism since the dark days of the Great Recession. And once again furniture manufacturers are seeking to capture more sophisticated buyers with designs that appeal to the eyes, heart, and bottom.

Like many of the important mid-century modern designers, I came to my career through painting and drawing. At Pratt, I trained as an industrial designer. At that time, the Bauhaus and Abstract Expressionism were still the major underpinnings of the curriculum.

Designers like Milo Baughman, Paul Evans, and Paul McCobb were in their prime and served as major influences on my designs. My preference for wood and craftsmanship led me to spend most of my time in the shop honing my skills as a woodworker. I also had (and still have) a strong belief that functionality does not preclude fine art, and this belief is expressed in my work. It’s inspiring to see elements of the not-so-distant modernist past morph beautifully into the future - and to be a part of its continuing legacy.

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PUT THE WOW IN WINDOWS Interior Shutters can add character to a room’s interior says Fiona Kelly

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e have been watching what the best-dressed windows are wearing this season. Like all the best things in life, windows come in all shapes and sizes and how we adorn them is both a practical and decorative dilemma. From blinds and curtains to shutter solutions, here are a few tips and trends that we have spotted.

Windows aren’t always rectangle or square but depending on the architecture of the property they can be a variety of irregular shapes including arches, portholes, half circles, triangles, octagons, ovals and ellipses. This is why window dressing plays a crucial role in the success of a room’s scheme.

Windows are a key element in a living space, both in their architectural design and as a source of natural light. Recently there has been a resurgence of shutters used as an interior decoration as alternative to blinds. Interior shutters add character and can create a feature out of the window whilst highlighting practicalities such privacy and light.

Does size matter? Well, designers are choosing statement shutters to create more of a feature and a trend we’ve spotted is for wider louvres, which have a more contemporary look.

Also chic café shutters are creeping back for town houses, a good solution for rooms that don’t require full darkness.

There is also a growing move away from stained natural wood to painted shutters in shades that echo the accents used throughout the whole space. AW15 colour trends include earthy greens, neutral greys, blues and pops of bright pink and orange. However the colour trend with shutters leans towards shades of white as it brightens up the window.

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on-tier shutters, as she wanted a clean-lined antidote to the bold colour and big patterns that she has used in her sitting room. Yes, a decorative choice but practical as she says. ‘It’s a misconception that shutters block out light. I find that the reflection off the slats can actually increase it.’

Combining shutters and drapes is a great design choice for all year round. In the summer, shutters mean you can control light and fresh air whereas in the winter, you can shut them and draw the curtains, creating a cosy ambiance perfect for curling up by the fire.

The current trend for carved wooden shutters or using beautiful screens as an alternative to louvered or solid panel shutters is increasing. These can be handcrafted to create an intricate, lace look effect pattern or a more decorative style offers a bespoke element to design.

Window film is another popular way to address privacy without compromising the light. A patterned film on all or part of the window adds a delicate touch to bathrooms and street-facing windows.

Interiors continue to follow fashion. Take a cue from the catwalks and layer window dressings. Sheers and voiles can be in crisp whites and naturals fin contrast to heavier, decorative drapes. During the daytime when the curtains are drawn back, the sheer material casts a soft light and mood in the room. There is also nothing prettier than a light breeze sweeping around full-length voile.

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FROM Lelievre new collection Faux unis, this simple graphic geometric design has a structured bouclée loop bringing a different slant to a modern faux-uni. Soft and matt, it provides comfort for modern upholstery with a vintage feel.

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BRILLIANCE by James Hare takes the collection’s diamond theme into a large scale contemporary design with a nod to mid-century modern in its strong colours and high linen content which adds weight and texture to a lustrous satin weave.

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Berni Raeside A CHILDHOOD of long summers spent by the sea, rivers and mountains around Ireland were the inspiration for Berni Raeside’s knitted work.

Berni, one of six siblings born on the northside in Killester who grew up in the family home in Drimnagh, Dublin, spent most of her early summers in Greenane, Co Wicklow, the county aptly known as the Garden of Ireland.

Her mother taught her to knit at the age of five – part of the heritage passed on to most Irish girls at the time.

In addition to developing a successful early career in marketing, Berni has built on her creative roots as a promising crafter, working in glass painting, dress and jewellery making among others.

She was inspired to study Textile Design at the University of Derby by seeing how the developments in directto-textile printing could add that extra element to knitting that she had been looking for.

As part of her textile design degree course, she returned to the Irish coastline for inspiration, reflecting her enduring and deep love of the Atlantic Ocean; the crashing waves, the wildness of the sound and a fascination that life survives even in the harshest of climates.

Her debut collection Aran Ambitions consists of chunky knit blankets, cushions and luxurious wraps that envelop and protect. The colours reflect those of the Irish coastline including subtle greens, lilacs and yellows, with a light grey yarn running through each colour way that pulls the collection together.

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1970’s Biba meets upmarket Victorian Bordello in Sera Hersham-Loftus’ new Jezebelle collection of sensuously voluptuous lampshades that attract a fashionable celebrity clientele

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Sera Hersham-Loftus also known as ‘Madame Sera’ is an established London based interior decorator who designs beautifully romantic interiors and bespoke home accessories.

Her latest venture is the Jezebelle collection, a range of exquisite lampshades. Crafted with lingerie lace, vintage fabrics, ribbons and braids and embellished with glass tear drops from antique chandeliers, these beautiful handmade creations characterise the edgy glamour that Sera’s schemes have become known for.

Since bursting onto the interiors scene in 2007 and winning plaudits from Vogue with her shop, Rude in Notting Hill, Sera’s bohemian approach has continued to attract a fashionable clientele that includes super model, Kate Moss, pop star, Eliza Dolittle, and script writer, Jez Butterworth.

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influences were film noir and punk rock. “As a teenager I’d stay up and watch old French films with femme fatales in old crumbling houses with shadowy lighting; I loved how romantic it looked,” she says. “I also bought my clothes from vintage shops and markets, and mixed Victorian lace corsets with bondage trousers, so when I got home I wanted my room to reflect that alternative aesthetic.”

A career designing sets for opera, ballet and film companies followed and later led to word of mouth requests to decorate homes, private members clubs and flamboyant parties, propelling Sera into the fashionista’s collective consciousness and their address books.

Dubbed part sultry Victorian bordello, part seventies BIBA, Sera’s schemes are a heady concoction of antique furnishings, soft lighting and exotic bric a brac, cementing her status as a one off in the interior design world. T: +44 (0)797 753 4115 | www.seraoflondon.com

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NOMI has beautifully captured the beauty and tranquil nature of the amethyst stone with two new colourways; Orchid and Amethyst. From luminescent metallic appearances, to calm frosted sheens, this collection encapsulates the beauty and meditative nature of the purple colour spectrum.

T: 001 831 728 4335 | www.nomiinc.com

The Judy Ross Textiles pillow collection pairs centuriesold chain stitch techniques with contemporary design. Each piece is meticulously embroidered by hand by master artisans. The wool is hand dyed, adding depth and nuance to the colour.

Shown here in Pistachio are Rik Rak and Branches. www.judyrosstextiles.com

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IN THIS room setting from Manuel Canovas the curtains are in Grasse and the chairs upholstered in Pau. www.manuelcanovas.com

BEAUMONT & FLETCHER’S Cathay silk fabric is also available with a paper-backing to be used as an elegant wall-covering. It is the perfect evocation of the beautiful Chinoiserie ‘papiers peints’ that came out of France in the 18th Century. It is beautifully printed on fine silk taffeta in an exciting range of colourways.

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design news | wallpaper

COORDONNÉ has teamed up with Barcelona-based illustrator Lara Costafreda for their latest wallpaper collections. Lara, who has worked on brands such as Cartier and Hermès, has come up with fresh Mediterranean and exotic tropical themes using a colour palette of turquoise, pink, green and yellow. Certainly her illustrations are wild and exuberant and evoke senses of the sound of the leaves swaying to the breeze and bird song perfect for filling your home with the colour and warmth of spring, beach, garden and jungle. To bring this alive Coordonné have created the collection using the high quality non woven paper which manages to convey the essence and appearance of watercolour.

THE RIVE DROITE collection of wallcoverings from CASAMANCE pays tribute to the artistic right bank of the French capital. Its gold and silver laminations will give a subtle lustrous texture to any wall in a range of styles and patterns. www.casamance.com

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design news | rugs

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NEUTRAL carpets needn’t be dull as the Roma Collection from Natural Elements Flooring proves. By combining a cleverly woven, high and low tonal rib, Roma gives a soft linear effect without an obvious stripe, making it a perfect choice for both contemporary or traditional homes. www.naturalelementsflooring.com

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Roger Oates It was the discovery of a historic flatweave sample more than 25 years ago that inspired Roger Oates and Fay, his wife, and design partner (right), to use their respective textile training backgrounds and focus on reinventing, designing and producing this very specific type of floorcovering for the 21st century.

Today, ‘Venetian’ Flatweave is synonymous with the name Roger Oates, though nothing to do with Venice; it is a generic term given to a particular style of twill floorcovering that was popular in the 18th century, when narrowwidth woven runners were frequently used to protect better quality carpets in smart country homes, and textiles appeared for the first time on floors in poorer homes. Flatweave lost favour when mechanisation made pile carpets, such as Wilton and Axminster, more affordable.

But textured flatweave, with its finished selvedge edge, is ideal for stairs. It can also be joined to create distinctive rugs and fitted landings. Its flexible, supple nature enables it to be expertly fitted and sculptured around almost any winders, with the stripes miraculously aligned.

Perfect tailoring for stairs adding colour and texture in an often overlooked area.

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textures that gives the cloth its unparalleled personality and ‘hand-finished’ quality.

So while a centuries-old weaving process gives flatweave runners their unique texture, it is Roger and Fay’s distinctive designs and bold use of colour - they use British wool dyed to their own colour palette - that sets them apart.

Roger said “While classic colours and designs continue to be favourites are looking for something unusual or unique, we offer bespoke tones and can customize widths for those who want personalisation.” www.rogeroates.com

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design news | tiled

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2 1 View from the hall through open double doors into the living room which has a black and white marble floor Photograph: Fritz von der Schulenburg 2 The geometric design of the tiling in this elegant green and white bathroom is reminiscent of North Africa Photograph: Fritz von der Schulenburg 3 This small red dining room has been decorated in a bold manner with pillar box red walls, patterned cushions and geometrically laid floor tiles Photograph: Mark Luscombe-Whyte 4 The walls of this light and spacious hall are covered in ornate plasterwork Photograph: Mark Luscombe-Whyte

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New York design project

AXIS MUNDI

The brief: Create a luxury loft space to house a growing art collection

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he Robbins and Appleton Building is a historic building located in Bond Street, New York. It was designed by architect Stephen Decatur Hatch in the Second Empire style and built in 1871. It features an ornate cast iron facade and stunning blue mansard roof.

Axis Mundi Design was called in when their client, a director of a global hedge fund who had just bought an apartment in the building, had asked them to design a luxury minimalist space with a backdrop of a neutral palette to show off his growing collection of young emerging artists which include Aaron Curry, Adam McEwen, Jonas Wood, Hugh Scott Douglas, Adam Pendleton, Eddie Martinez and Sam Moyer.

Their main design challenge was to give the voluminous apartment a ‘nice’ scale, and to create a variety of seating options, for entertaining.

A muted colour palette was suggested by the client at an early stage in the design development process. So warm greys, taupe and greige tones were selected for much of the furniture. There are pops of colour in the clean-lined contemporary furnishings from B&B Italia, Flexform, Poltrona Frau and other companies.

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primary focus. All of the furniture and objects are new as the client brought nothing with him.

Included in the scheme is a concrete feature wall and soft grey wide plank floors with hot-rolled steel detailing, the columns are the existing cast-iron columns, all lending a nice materiality to the space.

There are a lot of built-ins, including a rolling library ladder and LCD TV screens. The loft has a Crestron home automation system, and each room has iPod docks built into the walls.

The west side of the apartment looks out over landmarked Shinbone Alley, which inspired a Broadway musical and, fittingly, a song by the Spin Doctors.

What makes the project successful - is that it’s contemporary without being cold, and glamorous without being overly decorated.

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Along with Swedish and Italian antiques, Phillip Silver incorporated his own contemporary designs - including the armless chairs and acrylic tables - to summon a stylish living room

San Francisco design project

PHILLIP SILVER

Refined exuberance runs through a glamorous transformed space WORDS ANH-MINH LE | PHOTOGRAPHS MATTHEW MILLMAN

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n the hands of a gifted interior designer, no room is a lost cause. Phillip Silver’s overhaul of the living room in the 2015 San Francisco Decorator Showcase; a once drab white and battleship grey space that, he laments, was ‘depressing’ proves this point.

“I have always perceived the light in San Francisco to be Parisian in quality: gentle on colour and very moody,” Silver notes.

“So to me it was logical to commit to these elements and evoke a room that was full of romance, overlaid with Parisian glamour.”

To that end, he introduced a sophisticated ivory and mocha scheme that popped with hot pink and burnt orange. The vibrant hues were inspired by Yves Saint Laurent’s Rive Gauche label.

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sit together,” he explains. “The art in the room is totally eclectic-black-andwhites, big and small, French and American.”

With 1,100 square feet to work with, the designer deftly created cohesion.

Sumptuous Beacon Hill velvets were employed for the drapes, ottomans, chaises, and Swedish antique chairs. An oval motif was repeated throughout; in the cutouts on the Phillip Silver Design armless chairs and the Tsar silk rugs, for example.

Silver’s composition also took advantage of a series of windows that overlooked a lush garden. “No one is seated with their backs to the view,” he says, adding “This room was full of light during the day, making it an incredibly happy space. As the evening progressed, the lighting changed and the room became more evocative, sexy, and glamorous, a room that not many wanted to leave.”

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Soho Design Project

COFFINIER KU DESIGN

The Brief: To create a modern oasis in the middle of bustling Soho

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ABOVE: The library was designed by Etienne Coffinier and fabricated by Fanuka out of American Cherry. The sofa was also designed by Etienne and made by Upholstery Unlimited using Holly Hunt fabric BELOW: The dining table is from Tucker Robbins and is a single slab of mahogany 10 feet long. The chandelier is by Swarovski

tienne Coffinier and Ed Ku of Coffinier Ku Design were approached by a young couple who has just bought a 4,300 square foot art gallery with a brief to create a modern oasis in the middle of Soho which incorporated traditional design elements in a contemporary setting.

One of the couple grew up in Europe and wanted to incorporate some of the grand flavour of Europe into the home – while the other dreamed of being able to play basketball in his own home and always loved treehouses as a child.

Etienne is a trained architect from France and knew instinctively how to work the space. With the exception of the cast iron columns no element of the original space remains, everything was designed and manufactured for the project including all millwork, doors and mouldings. Coffinier Ku also designed most of the furniture.

“This apartment is an escape from work, from the bustle of Soho and the city – a place where our clients can escape to read quietly for an afternoon or entertain good friends,” they said.

“We also tried to create a space that was uncluttered and only had things that were important. The ability to breathe in the space was crucial.”

At the heart of the apartment is the Gallery, a gracious and generous space punctuated by metal columns with custom designed nine foot double doors.

Silence, an artwork by Jack Pierson, makes a great statement and a specially designed chandelier lights the area.

In the living room one end of a sofa designed by Etienne is almost as big as a double bed perfect for curling up and watching a movie. Three statues by Nek Chand are placed on Lucite stands and wool drapes stretch from floor to ceiling.

The dining table is a single slab of mahogany more than 10 foot long with Swarovski chandelier over it imported from London, while the library was created to satisfy one of the couple who has a real passion for literature.

The kitchen is open with doors to both the dining and living rooms. The cabinetry is faced with white acrylic panels and the counter tops are white marble.

Coffinier Ku Design is a partnership between Etienne Coffinier and Ed Ku. The company was founded in 1998 to bring a French-trained expertise in architecture and interior design to the United States.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Three statues by Nek Chand on lucite stands in the living room, a lightweight wool fabric from Rogers and Goffigan was used to make the curtains.

In the kitchen the cabinetry was faced with white acrylic panels, the countertops are white marble. The living room sofas were designed by Etienne and made by Upholstery Unlimited, the angora shag rug is by The Rug Company. Fabric is by Brunschwig & Fils

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Designer Focus

ROBERT ANGELL

There is a classic sense of heritage and timelessness in his approach

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obert Angell Design International is synonymous with luxury, timeless design. Prior to establishing Robert Angell Design International in 2010, Robert worked alongside David Collins as Creative Director for 15 years. Robert has designed some of the most renowned and prestigious restaurants, bars, hotels, commercial headquarters, residential and retail interiors for many of the world’s leading luxury brands and influencers.

“Every design we create is unique to each client” says Robert, “We deliver what is the ultimate luxury interior for them.”

From initial conception through to completion Robert is fully involved in every part of the design process and is something that he is very passionate about, “we have an individual, unique approach to every client and project.

I oversee every project and direct the studio to ensure that every part of it has been considered and designed with the closest attention to detail. Our aim is always to exceed expectations. We want to push the boundaries of luxury design.” Recent commissions for Marcus Wareing, his two-Michelin starred MARCUS at The Berkeley and his latest venture Tredwell’s saw Robert and his team conceptualise and create everything entirely bespoke to Marcus and his brief. “Everything at MARCUS was created by us” Robert says, “For example all the pale blue leather upholstered chairs with beautiful appliqué contrast studded leather strapping, are from a sketch that I did for Marcus which he loved.” His interiors for Tredwell’s included the design and construction of a bespoke centre-piece clock, made entirely of antique bonehandled knives in reference to Agatha Christie’s, ‘The Seven Dials Mystery’ - the origin of the restaurant’s name and also co-incidentally the location of Tredwell’s in Covent Garden’s Seven Dials.

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Robert finds most of his inspiration from travelling and time spent wondering around antique markets and art and design fairs “I always discover something new or light on a new idea”.

There is certainly a sense of heritage and timelessness in the studio’s approach to their projects. Their design for the Lime Wood Study at Lime Wood Hotel, Hampshire evokes a classic and familiar Britishness. It’s a room where you can go and just lose yourself. “I wanted to create a warm and relaxed room for hotel guests to unwind and it is clever in that the low coffee tables can be rearranged to create a dining height table for anyone who wants to take the room for a different use.” It is this ingenuity that Angell thrives on and where he is at his creative best.

Likewise the design for Kaspar’s Seafood Bar and Grill at The Savoy was entirely novel with its intricate sculpted scalloped knit floor design, achieved by using the latest innovative technology to cut the marble. The design also celebrated the particular heritage of the Savoy by creating an exciting ‘Savoy first’ – they designed a bar top drawers which extend so you can sit opposite the person you are with and share oysters and sip champagne at your own personal and individual table.

Robert’s time with David Collins continues to inspire him, “I still think of him every day and all the time I am designing I have his voice in my head, asking me questions and pushing me forward”. It is a hugely exciting time for Robert Angell Design International with major luxury projects in the pipeline in Baku, a range of projects with leading hotel brand the Maybourne Group as well as various residential projects across Europe.

Robert says, “We are always growing and evolving to deliver the next ultimate luxury design. My favourite project is always the next one.”

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In the family room of the Wilton Street townhouse, Laura Hammett used a variety of different finishes to create a luxurious look. They worked closely with Listed Building Consent on the architectural detail of the building to be sympathetic with its Regency heritage seen below in the entrance hall and opposite in the dining room

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aura Hammett is a luxury interior design and architecture practice which has grown from strength to strength since it was founded in 2008 by husband and wife team, Laura and Aaron Hammett.

Their design studio is based in Fulham and it is London, with its eclectic architecture and fashion, which inspires them.

While every project is different and is tailored to the site, its locality and the client, there is a clear signature style that is apparent throughout all Laura Hammett projects, one which is luxurious contemporary classic, fused with a meticulous attention to detail.

The practice also offers a completely bespoke furniture and accessories service, this truly gives a one of a kind home to clients.

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Every piece of furniture in the Ecclestone Mews house was designed by Laura Hammett

LED tread lighting and a mirrored wall that runs the full length of the house.

The ceilings were finished in a specialist high gloss to bounce more natural light throughout the house and a seven-metre chandelier running through the entire house brings further light down into the basement.

A Grade II Listed Belgravia Townhouse in Wilton Street was a particular favourite of Laura’s for its historical interest and feel, one which best reflects the style of the company.

The team worked very closely with Listed Building Consent on the architectural detail so that every element was historically accurate and sympathetic to its Regency heritage.

With the exception of the modern back extension, the design was approached with an understated elegance. Softer finishes and tones were used to compliment rather than compete with the classical architecture.

All the joinery was meticulously designed, heavy on details using different materials such as metalwork, bronze mirrors and specialist veneers.

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STRONG and sculptural, the new Ona chandelier from Kaia designed by Peter Straka is made from three circular bands of warm light that join together to form a perfect sphere. The three perpendicular bands made in solid brushed brass and embedded with LED’s are fused together with brushed brass rings set at each of the six intersections. www.kaia.at

MARTIN HUXFORD STUDIO were chosen by Interior Designers Tully Filmer to supply their Bibendum Chandeliers and Bibendum wall lights for the major £2 million refurbishment of the boutique Flemings Mayfair hotel. The Bibendum Chandelier hangs in the bedrooms and suites of this beautiful Georgian hotel, providing a harmonious centrepoint to the rooms. The Chandeliers are hand built in Martin Huxford’s West Sussex studio workshop. T: +44 (0)190 374 0134 | www.martinhuxford.com

THE NINA Lamp features an unusual trefoil shape base and shade. The sloping base is finished with a vivid citron crackle glaze. A matching finial tops the pewter microfiber shade lined in the same. www.arteriorshome.com

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FOR SIMPLIFIED lighting with functional yet minimalist aesthetic, Jamb presents the Markham globe lantern.

Manufactured from lost wax castings, this large ovoid lantern with opaque glass shade features moulded brass bars, a double band around the circumference, and culminates in a ball finial for hanging.

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INSPIRED BY Flo’s Pearl earrings, this light enhances and captures the beauty of her aura. In colours to suit most moods, the Flo wall light is an indispensable accessory to any interior she wishes to adorn. The shade too complements her space and comes in matching colours. +44 (0)207 610 9191 | www.bestandlloyd.com

INSPIRED BY the merry-go-round ride of a traditional British fairground, Carousel is a pendant light with a heavyweight presence that floats gently in space. Finished in polished gunmetal grey, 30 cylinders each house an inset LED lighting element resulting in a spectacular yet playful ring of light. Carousel is suspended from a matching polished gunmetal ceiling plate by 4 steel tensile wires with a single clear cable. www.leebroom.com 92

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PAINTABLE switches and sockets from Focus SB. Where the intention is for light switches and sockets to blend in with the interior design and go unnoticed, paintable plates from Focus SB are the perfect solution. Plates can be supplied primed for on site painting or can be sprayed in Focus SB’s paint shop T: +44 (0)142 485 8060 | www.focus-sb.co.uk

There is more than a hint of 1950’s vintage feel to the Atomic Suspension Lamp from Delightfull. This set of glossy black and gold round shades, in an asymmetric composition would certainly be an arresting sight in any living room. www.delightfull.eu

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THE CANDY BROTHERS From the terrace of their vast penthouse, they overlook the splendours of Monte Carlo and the Mediterranean WORDS MICHAEL PEPPIATT | PHOTOGRAPHS ANDREW TWORT / The Interior Archive

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ny city whose centre is made up of a vast, flamboyant casino flanked by grand, fortresslike hotels is bound to intrigue. A Mediterranean harbour bobbing with extravagant yachts and a princely palace on the skyline give you a few more clues to your whereabouts. Then, as the roulette wheels begin to hum, you realise this can only be one place: Monte Carlo.

Overlooking these amiable splendours is the penthouse that Nick and Christian Candy, the brothers behind the Candy & Candy interior design and property development business, have chosen as their main residence. On the top two floors of La Belle Epoque, a building that dates back to Monte Carlo’s heyday, this vast apartment is remarkable, first of all, for its extraordinary ‘king of the castle’ position. Wherever you stand on its many balconies and terraces, there are plunging views onto the sparkling sea or the mountainous Riviera behind. From this vantage point, no sleek cruiser or private plane can sneak into Monte Carlo unseen.

Moving back from the sun-filled terraces into the interior, you are also aware of how discreet and soothing the overall atmosphere of the penthouse is. The cool marble floors and muted colour schemes are particularly welcome after the blaze of Mediterranean light. Noteworthy is the way the large lateral spaces have been designed to provide each of the brothers with ample private accommodation as well as shared areas, especially the spectacular, double-height library and the various dining rooms where they can entertain their friends and family and business colleagues or other grandees.

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TOP: A spacious sitting room with curving neutral walls and polished wood floor. The luxurious room has a crystal chandelier and is furnished with a grey upholstered sofa LEFT: An elevated view of a penthouse roof terrace in the evening with an outdoor eating area and a bar. Further beyond are yachts in a harbour.

you could want,” Nick Candy says, looking remarkably settled in his library armchair, although he is merely stopping in between gruelling flights. “Chris and I were already living quite contentedly in Monte Carlo when this penthouse came up for sale, but once we’d seen the space and the location, we realised it had the makings of the best apartment in the world.”

“I can’t pretend that this was one of our easiest projects, because it was such an ambitious one,” says Martin Kemp, Candy & Candy’s head designer. “But that was what drove us on, because we wanted to actually exceed expectation.

We had the advantage of having designed several interiors for Nick and Christian before, so we knew their individual tastes well - and, in any case, they worked with us throughout, going along with some design proposals or coming up with others. The sheer scale of the Belle Epoque proved to be a challenge. I mean, I personally chose the vast numbers of antiquarian and modern books for the library and that was no chore, because I love books. But when it came to something like installing the 12-foot trees on the terraces, we had a logistical nightmare: An entire lane of the road had to be closed off as they were craned all the way up!”

“We moved in about a year ago,” says Nick Candy, “and now we spend as much time here as we possibly can. It’s a place where we can work and have meetings in unique surroundings. But it’s also a refuge where we can come simply to relax.”

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TOP: A luxurious spacious bedroom with a crystal chandelier polished wood floor. A gilt mirror hangs over a marble fireplace, which faces the king size bed LEFT: The room is furnished with a mix of modern and period style furniture. A spiral staircase leads up to a gallery

multiple amenities, from drinks overlooking the sea to a casual lunch beside the formidably equipped kitchen to an elaborate black-tie dinner. One of the advantages of the library the Belle Epoque penthouse’s natural centre and main showpiece is that it can host any kind of gathering. And when the time comes for out-and-out relaxation, the possibilities are equally varied, from sunbathing on the terraces to playing snooker in the games room, taking a steam bath in the spa or watching movies in the comfortable media suite, where, at the push of a button, the armchairs extend into beds.

If the two brothers tend to act as one in their business decisions, they nevertheless show distinctions in the décor of their private quarters. While Christian prefers a more sharpedged, masculine feel, Nick cheerfully admits to allowing a softer side of his personality to emerge in the subtle mix of colours and fabrics. He brims with new ideas for taking La Belle Epoque ever closer to his ultimate dream house and is planning to develop a terrace large enough to land a helicopter into a multifunctional space. Once this happens, the Candy brothers will never need to leave their choice haven again unless, of course, it’s for a quick jaunt out to sea on one of their own sleekly designed boats.

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ndia is not exactly a hotbed for second-home real estate among Westerners, unless perhaps you’re an eclectic, creative type with a nomadic mentality and an innate sense of adventure - a description that fits London-based fashion designer Liza Bruce and her husband, Nicholas Alvis Vega, a painter and jewellery designer, to a T. Five years ago, a vacation in Jaipur led to the rental of a spacious two-bedroom apartment in a former palazzo. It’s where the couple are spending more and more time these days - month-long stints six times a year. “Things are just so intense here,” says Bruce. “The light is very bright. It illuminates everything. It’s a big difference from the grey light of London or New York.”

The pair, who met as teenagers in London and have been on the move ever since, have lived a more global life than most. Bruce was born in New York and raised in Britain and Mexico. Her native-English husband was brought up in Kenya, where his father was an architect. “Nicholas is used to living in big-country landscapes,” she says. “He likes a lot of space, and he certainly likes the heat.”

They discovered the apartment - once the men’s quarters of an 1880 mansion by Sir Samuel Swinton Jacob, a British architect who was the chief engineer for Jaipur - at a time when old buildings were under assault. “A lot of Indians want to live in new buildings, and they don’t have a great understanding of renovation,” says Bruce. “They will paint over original woodwork and put in all sorts of electric gadgetry. We got here just in time.”

Under Bruce’s and Alvis Vega’s creative eye, the apartment is now a visual kaleidoscope - so exuberant that it seems children had been put in charge of the decoration. Each room is painted a different bold colour (hot pink, bright

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CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: On the veranda, the mercury-glass baubles reflect the sunshine and bright colours of India on a carved-wood table and bench mix with white-painted polyhedrons. A rooftop red canvas tent opens onto a cactus-filled garden. Succulents in terracotta pots interspersed with silver painted containers are displayed on a long open shelf in the vivid purple kitchen

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The lime-green wall treatment is based on traditional Indian pigments and the white-painted armchairs in this study/library were made by local craftsmen

orange, lime-green), and playful objects designed by the duo hang from the ceilings and cover the tables. The original stone floors are littered with shimmering and sequined pillows and patterned rugs, an invitation to sit and behold an interior that Bruce describes as “raw energy hitting you like helium. It makes you giddy.” And flowers are everywhere: yards of made-to-measure garlands of roses, marigolds and jasmine. “Their perfume is extraordinary,” she says. “It softens the air. We sleep and eat near them, even wear them. Flowers are usually such a luxury, but in India they are very inexpensive, so you feel like you can be extravagant.”

Outdoor living is fundamental in such a hot climate. Rooftops, for example, are often the domain of Indian women - a private place to relax without being seen. To create some shelter on their roof, Alvis Vega and Bruce erected a large red tent, a nod to their host country’s heritage. “Tents are a big part of Indian life-style,” explains Bruce.

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with unexpected guests: wild monkeys. “Monkeys are all over India, especially Jaipur,” says Bruce. “If we leave the table just for a few moments, they will come down and help themselves to pineapple.

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While the presence of marauding monkeys is common, Westerners are still quite the curiosity. Most visitors stay in hotels, even for extended periods. “Indians enjoy that we are here, living with them instead of passing through and staying in a hotel,” Bruce says. “Things that seem like nothing to us are quite riveting to them, like the fact that Nicholas and I work together, that we don’t have children. They think it’s bizarre that we seem perfectly happy.”

Living in Jaipur, even part-time, has had a profound effect on their work. Bruce’s collection of resortwear now includes handprinted silk caftans and sarongs, while her husband finds inspiration for his lines of jewellery and furniture. At one time Bruce had eponymous shops in New York and Los Angeles, but she’s pared down to a single boutique in London, which allows the couple more freedom to follow a gypsy lifestyle. “India lifted us to another level,” she says, “where we could still function as designers but do it in a way where there’s no office, no employees, only other artists we collaborate with.”

“Many people think of India as a spiritual place,” she adds, “but I haven’t found anything particularly spiritual. I just love the madness.”

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Two designers faced a challenge when they moved their family from the mountains of Mexico to Europe WORDS INGRID ABRAMOVITCH | PHOTOGRAPHS SIMON UPTON / The Interior Archive

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FACING PAGE: Marquise style armchairs from San Miguel de Allende, Italian wood chairs, and bleached oak floors in the front parlour; the shades are of a Tony Duquette cotton, and the iron halo came from a traditional Mexican religious statue RIGHT: The cocktail table, settee and metal work side table in the living room are all by Casamidy, and the chinoiserie style armchairs are vintage; a painting by Mari Jose Marin (left) and a pencil drawing by Philippe Senegral flank the mantel.

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nne-Marie Midy and Jorge Almada knew it was going to be a challenge to move their family from a provincial Mexican town, San Miguel de Allende, to the northern European capital of Brussels. First, there were the logistics of buying and renovating an overseas townhouse, largely over the internet. The couple worried about how their toddler sons, Oliver and Antoine, would adapt to a place where everything from language to weather would be dramatically different.

The transition before them was daunting enough - and then along came the barracuda.

Midy, who grew up in Paris, met Almada in the United States, where they both attended college in the early 1990’s. They shared an interest in design, as well as the unusual fact that both their mothers had been trans-atlantic flight attendants before getting married (Midy’s father was French, while Almada’s is Mexican). They fell in love and, after spending a few years in New York, moved to Mexico, where they started a company, Casamidy, collaborating with local artisans to create a line of contemporary furniture.

Casamidy’s high-style take on Mexican craft - their designs incorporate traditional handmade tin and iron work - soon became a success north of the border. After more than a decade in San Miguel, Midy and Almada hoped to expand their business abroad. Meanwhile,

Midy wanted her sons to have a French education and the experience of living in Europe. After weighing their options, they chose Brussels as their base. “It’s a diplomatic centre where people speak a lot of languages, so we knew we would feel comfortable,” Almada says. “It’s much more affordable than Paris, yet only an hour away by train. And Belgium has such a strong design aesthetic. It felt like an adventure.”

Once they had decided on the location for their new home, they set about finding the perfect address. “We kept making offers but the houses there go as quickly as pains au chocolat,” Middy jokes. At last, they purchased a stone townhouse dating from 1907. To their dismay, all the walls were covered in uninspired, old fashioned wallpaper. But they loved what Midy calls the “beautiful volumes of space.” The location on Avenue Moilière, a grand boulevard of embassies and private residences, is well situated near Place Brugmann, a bustling square filled with restaurants, boutiques and antiques shops.

Renovating a home across an ocean had its complications. When the workers steamed off the old wallpaper, the walls beneath crumbled and had to be replastered - an unforeseen expense and delay. At one point, the construction foreman e-mailed Midy that the colour she had specified for the library upstairs - a greyish lavender known in French as parme - was so ugly he assumed it was a mistake. He told the workers to stop painting. “Continue,” came Midy’s response.

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CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: The velvet sofa, armchairs, bench and mirror are all by Casamidy, and the mantle is original. In the master bedroom the Casamidy canopy bed has a velvet headboard and is dressed in Anichini linens; the sconces and side table are vintage and a vaulting horse serves as a bench. The library is lined with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves and comfortably furnished as a living room

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CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: In the guest bedroom, a chaise longue by Casamidy is juxtaposed with a 1950’s standard lamp and a photograph by Amber Eagle. A Casamidy designed sofa covered in satin cushions runs the length of one wall in the living room beneath a carved French mirror. The twin bedroom where the boys sleep is decorated with suitably masculine accessories

In 2009, the work was almost finished and the air-plane tickets to Brussels were purchased, but two weeks before the move, disaster struck. On a family vacation near Cancun, Midy was swimming in the ocean when she felt a blow to her neck. A barracuda had grazed her throat, slicing the muscles in her neck, as well as her external jugular, and almost piercing her aorta. She needed 62 stitches and spent three weeks in the hospital. “The doctors say it is a miracle I’m alive,” she says. It took a year until she was finally well enough to move to Belgium with her family.

Today, in their serene townhouse, it’s hard to imagine the serious calamity that she and her family endured. Midy, who loves to cook, bustles around her new modern kitchen, with its steam oven and striking yellow backsplash. The boys, chase each other around the main floor’s spacious parlours, which are made luminous by their palegrey walls, decorative plasterwork, and bleached oak-plank floors.

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iron canopy bed – is a soft grey. Most dramatic of all is the tone-ontone purple library, with floor-to-ceiling bookcases and co-ordinating walls and furnishings (even the foreman had to admit that the end result looked great).

On one of their first mornings in Brussels, Almada heard a familiar noise and noticed a flash of fluorescent green outside his window. “It’s a flock of parrots,” he told Midy, who didn’t believe him. But later, they discovered a colony of wild African parrots was indeed living in a nearby square. “The move has been challenging for our family in so many ways, from Anne-Marie’s accident to just getting used to the cold, grey Brussels weather,” Almada says. “But whenever we see those parrots, I point them out to the boys and remind them that they also come from a hot country. If they can adapt, we can too.”

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Our lamp shades are also crafted by hand. We take time to ensure each and every piece reflects everything about you and will make a statement in a contemporary or traditional setting. Our passion is to work together with you to fulfil your lamp desires and create a truly bespoke outcome.

Our mission is to provide a unique, personalised service where we invest time and effort with you on a creative journey, discussing and deciding on colours, styles, emblems and shades to create the perfect lamp to suit.

We love the creative process and each lamp, for us, is like producing a piece of bespoke artwork. It’s important to us that we light up people’s lives. A little bit of light goes a long way to making a room a brighter, more stylish place with Love & Light lamps.

Colour & Personalisation Ancient Gold

Antoinette

Aubusson Blue

Coco

Country Grey

Dried Moss

Duck Egg Blue

Earth Stone

Elephant Grey

Flannel Grey

Graphite

Lava

Louis Blue

Old Golf

Old Ochre

Old Violet

As part of our dedication and passion to creating a high end product that you will cherish for years on end, we use only the best materials.

A key element of which is our paint, providing you with an array of colour choices for your perfect lamp.

Olive

Original

Primev Red

Scandanavian Pink

Thunder Sky

Zinc Look

Racing Green

We use chalk based paints from Annie Sloan and Autentico. They are fantastic to paint with and provide such a rich spectrum of colours, of which work beautifully when waxed.

Colour & Personalisation Ancient Gold

Antoinette

Aubusson Blue

Coco

Country Grey

Dried Moss

Duck Egg Blue

Earth Stone

Elephant Grey

Flannel Grey

Graphite

Lava

Louis Blue

Old Golf

Old Ochre

Old Violet

As part of our dedication and passion to creating a high end product that you will cherish for years on end, we use only the best materials.

A key element of which is our paint, providing you with an array of colour choices for your perfect lamp.

Olive

Original

Primev Red

Scandanavian Pink

Thunder Sky

Zinc Look

Racing Green

We use chalk based paints from Annie Sloan and Autentico. They are fantastic to paint with and provide such a rich spectrum of colours, of which work beautifully when waxed.

Contacts & Ordering

All lamps and shades are made to order.

If you would like to view any of our lamps, please take a look at our ranges on our website, or you can visit our studio in Ramsbury, Wiltshire, by appointment.

Please contact us for further information on Love & Light lamps, or to discuss your requirements and how we can help you.

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We pride ourselves on our beautifully designed, hand painted and handcrafted lamps and shades to suit all settings and surroundings, from traditional vintage to modernistic and contemporary.

We utilise local craftsmen with specialist skills in carpentry and electrics to create our lamp bases. Everything else, including sanding, painting and waxing, is carried out in our studio based in Wiltshire.

Our aim is to provide you with a unique product, reflective of your personality and environment, giving you pleasure and light.

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LARGE OLD OCHRE MAENAD - ‘MAENAD’ RANGE

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Maenad Maenad Women are the female devotees of the God of Wine and Ecstasy, Dionysus and were immortal goddesses of natural manifestations. Their goal was to achieve a state of ecstasy in which their souls were freed and able to commune with Dionysus to gain a glimpse of what they would experience in eternity.

These lamps make excellent mood lighting for bedrooms and anywhere that needs a touch of sensuousness.

Customisable using our range of colours and available in a range of sizes and finishes.

For more infomation on the styles available in this range, visit our website loveandlight.me.uk and select the Maenad range.

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ZI N C & INDIGO FEATHER SHADE - ‘HINT O F ZI NC ’ RANGE

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Hint of Zinc As part of our contemporary metallic range, Hint of Zinc has been created using panels of brushed Zinc applied to a wooden block base.

Further designs are also available.

The monochromatic finish of the Zinc means that complimentary colours can be used to help blend this piece into your environment, creating a truly adaptable product.

This range is available in an array of different colours, all of which are hand painted and hand waxed to a perfect finish.

For more infomation on the styles available in this range, visit our website loveandlight.me.uk and select the Hint of Zinc range.

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BOHAI - ‘INDIGO’ RANGE

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Indigo Our Indigo Range lamps are sophisticated and chic.

Tapered neutral bases in either original or antique wax finish with Indigo Ink stripes in 3 ways to choose from; simple line down the middle, a zig zag corner to corner or zig zag effect down the middle.

They are simple yet effortlessly stylish and look wonderful with our latest range of coloured shades or work beautifully with our Indigo Ink feathered shade.

For more infomation on the styles available in this range, visit our website loveandlight.me.uk and select the Indigo range.

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POLISHED COPPER - ‘HARLEQUIN’ RANGE

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Harlequin Our Harlequin Metals range really make a statement and fit in to contemporary or traditional settings.

Like our Twist of Copper and Hint of Zinc ranges, they use weathered zinc, polished copper and patina’d copper as one face of the lamp. The difference in this range is in the paintwork. The Harlequin diamonds and chequered patterns make the lamp versatile.

Place it on the corner and from different directions you get a different look. The beauty of the polished copper is that it reflects, so, place a vase of roses next to it and you will see roses in your lamp. This is the beauty of the Harlequin range; versatility and style.

For more infomation on the styles available in this range, visit our website loveandlight.me.uk and select the Harlequin range.

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