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the ‘Benson’Range Encouraged by Sir Edwyn Byrne Jones and William Morris, W A S Benson established a metal workshop in London in 1880. These Arts & Crafts lights are inspired by his designs. CF981 Rise & Fall Pendant Light H240 x D400mm; Cream or green shade TL980 Table Lamp H650 x D380mm WL980 2-Light Wall Sconce H310 x W480mm

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the ‘Jazz’ Range Murano glass spheres and polished nickel on brass: WL711 2-Light Wall Sconce, H155 x D29mm TL711 Table Light Spheres, H520 x D160mm CF711 6-Light Chandelier, H530 x D720mm Silk lampshades for the new Jazz range: Oval 5” Laminate Candle Shade, H4.25” x W5” x PROJECTION 3” LS205BLAM (Blue Silk); LS205RLAM (Red Silk) Oval 14” Laminate Doup Shade, Self Trim H11” x W14” x PROJECTION 10.25” LS214BLAM (Blue Silk); LS214RLAM (Red Silk)

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Design News

Decorating with Blue

A new Chinese revolution

The Romance of Art Deco

We want to sleep in style

Are you sitting comfortably?

Chilling out in the corporate world

The making of modern classics

Memories that sparked design ideas

Learning the Interior Design trade

Lighting News

Weaving a new magic rug

Outdoor News

Why you should not follow trends

Fabric News

Bathroom News

Names and events in the design world If you choose the right shade, blue can make a striking statement in a room Liliane Fawcett celebrates a young generation of spirited designers who are making their mark in China Elegant and chic, there is nothing to beat it says Christopher Guy Harrison Wayne Clarke explores why boutique hotels are having an effect on our bedroom requirements Soft and sensuous is the new style for contemporary furniture says Tina Nicole Tim Armitt on why it is time to sit back and relax in the new business environment Lillian August says that new traditionalists have fallen in love with colour and vibrancy Barry Dixon remembers how snapshots from his early life have helped shape some of his most successful fabric designs If you want to make your mark you need to go back to school says Jenny Gibbs The latest new products to light up your home Tufted now rules in the rug world says Arash Yaraghi The latest styles for outdoor furniture Fabric designer Julie Brendel says you should stick to the colours you like when deciding on fabrics New collections of fabrics for 2014 Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new for your bathroom

Your vision. Your design. Your home. Comfort and detail that is personal to you and meticulously crafted by us. Together we will create a home as individual as you are. A true ref lection of success. Live your dream. Octagon Bespoke. To find out more about how Octagon can help to build the home of your dreams, please contact John Pope on 020 8481 7500 or email johnp@octagon.co.uk

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Sandra Nunnerley reveals her style

A library holding the furniture worlds’ secrets

The Barcelona chair – is it an Icon or a Diva?

The New York based interior designer has published a book called Interiors in which she explains her design vision The Bienenstock Furniture Library in High Point holds the largest collection of furniture design books in the United States and is a treasure trove of great furniture design Rosa Otero asks why is there such fascination with this 20th century statement chair

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Designer Focus

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A stunning contemporary home in Boca Raton

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The making of a Parisian palace

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A Greek island delight

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An updated New York townhouse

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Obsessed with old Europe

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A riverside apartment in central London

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Scandinavian style in Palm Beach

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Shows and Exhibitions

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The celebrated interior designer Nicholas Haslam shares his style tips and colour passions

In Conversation

Timeless design in a Sydney pied-a-terre from San Francisco based interior designer Phillip Silver Florida-based design firm Marc-Michaels has created a striking riverside house which they describe as having ‘barefoot elegance with an organic feeling’

COVER STORY: This breath-taking Paris apartment was designed by London-based designer Louis Henri Buhrmann, ¨ four years in the making, everything about it is bespoke A house on Spetses was designed and built by John Stefanidis ‘from the inside out’ Designer Miles Redd was called upon when a New York couple wanted to rework their quirky townhouse to accommodate their young family Antiques dealer and avid collector Richard Shapiro confesses to having a fascination with the old surfaces and patinas he found on European buildings and how he was determined to re-create them in his LA home Michael Reeves created the contemporary interior of his Thameside home in just six weeks Lars Bolander opens up his home to reveal his design style Your guide to the key interiors events

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Cover story: A stunning Parisian apartment designed by Louis Henri. See more on page 110

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The X factor This X console table from Justin Van Breda furniture could almost be considered a classic. For services and direct-to-manufacturer trade discounts, visit UBER Interiors’ high-end furniture and lighting in store and also online as well as the new releases and full range from JVB. T: +44 (0)84 5077 3280 www.uber-interiors.com

MCLAREN FURNITURE has opened McLaren Interiors, its latest luxury showroom and design studio in the heart of Monaco, which aims to provide its customers with luxurious and unique design. Their philosophy is simple: effortlessly blend the desires of their customers with a fusion of classic and contemporary creations. They use skilled craftsmanship, exceptional service delivery and have a passion that will make your space inspirational. T: +377 98 80 12 20 | www.mclareninteriors.com

Michael’s maze ANA BARRETO has been creating luxurious bespoke furniture, sourcing unique accessories from around the world & delivering an unrivalled Interior Design service for two decades. T:+44 (0)20 8744 9777 www.anabarretointeriors.com

The Marquise A romantic and comfortable armchair ideal in front of a fireplace or in a bedroom. The Marquise armchair, which has been inspired by a XVIII century Coiffeuse Armchair, is from Roberto Giovanni and is finished in Oro Leggero and upholstered in white Spigato cotton. T:+39 (0)571 670 200 | www.robertogiovannini.com

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This console table is part of the new collection of metal furniture by Michael Reeves. It is made in forged steel with a bronze patinated finish and a choice of limestone or marble top. It also doubles as a coffee table when turned on its side with a glass top. T: +44 (0)20 7730 3009 www.michaelreevesassociates.co.uk

Elegance tapped

Combining sleek minimalism with a statement aesthetic, the Naos tap is an elegant focal point for the most contemporary of bathrooms. At the forefront of modern design, Naos is defined by its long, slim spout and compact single lever mixer – at only 15mm thick, this shape is utterly unique. Tel: +44 (0)20 7838 7788 www.bathroomsint.com

VEEDON FLEECE

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Purely bespoke and exclusively to design specification Muga ~ Pashmina ~ Silk ~ Veedon ~ Wool www.veedonfleece.com veedon@veedonfleece.com Telephone: 00 44 (0)1483 575758

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TOM FAULKNER’s table has a top made from rippled harewood, an oxidised sycamore with a unique silvery-grey colour which is perfectly partnered with the bronze patinated finish on the water cut steel legs. Measuring 280cm x 110cm, it is available with a wide variety of tops and finishes and can be custom sized. T: +44 (0)20 7351 7272 | www.tomfaulkner.co.uk

Hypnos ‘secretly’ knows that it is a supremely comfortable bed that is at the heart of a truly memorable night’s sleep. With over 100 years experience of making made-to-measure beds, using the finest natural materials, and with a Royally Approved reputation for hand crafting the most comfortable beds in the world, it is no surprise that Hypnos beds and their sublime comfort can be found in the finest homes, palaces and hotels.

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Bridge for Design Spring 2014 Hypnos is proud to be Carbon Neutral, complying with BS PAS 2060 Standard.

London Design Week 2014 at Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour is the perfect way to inspire with over 500 brands of the international design scene represented in 99 showrooms, The latest fabrics, furniture, wall coverings, lighting, accessories, and floor coverings will be on show from March 9th-14th T: +44 (0)20 7225 9166 www.dcch.co.uk

MUTED finesse pervades Villa Nova’s latest contemporary sheers, which are softly translucent with a supple handle. Evoking an air of sophistication are the Atmosphere sheers from Trevira CS, an ethereal range of room high and wide-width sheers presented in a cool, calm and neutral colour palette. +44 (0)16 2375 6699 www.villanova.co.uk

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Villaverde’s lighting is hand crafted and made in Italy, for clients worldwide. Claudio Gianfranceschi designed the Foliage wall light, which is available in various finishes. Silk and cotton shade palettes available to view online. Please contact their design team who will be happy to talk you through their lighting collection and consultancy service. T: +44 (0)20 7610 9797 | www.villaverdeltd.com

GUINEVERE: THE FIRST 50 YEARS

Founded by French born Genevieve Weaver in 1963, and based on the Kings Road, Guinevere is home to a myriad of decorative antiques. To celebrate 50 years of trading, this book features a unique collection of images from their archives showcasing the treasure trove which has helped to furnish homes of the elite and style conscious across the globe. T: +44 (0)20 7736 2917 | www.guinevere.co.uk

Macassa Ebony Console table from Minster Joinery is inlaid with a flower pattern of Lapis Lazuli, solid silver stems and solid silver stringing with Mother of Pearl inlay. T: +44 (0) 1308 485740 | www.minsterjoinery.com

The Lord Buffalo sculpture is the perfect décor piece with a soft touch feel that adds a distinct character to a room or entrance hall. Either placed over a plinth or console table, it will create the desired impact for a residential or public space. Available in three sizes: H 120 / 60 / 23 cm. The colours available are white or black combined with gold or silver leaf. T: +44 (0)20 8870 0235 | www.vgnewtrend.it 20

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MR LIGHT, situated in Fulham Road, has been refitted and is now displaying the most extensive presentation of Astro Lighting products in the UK. The Astro collection includes recessed downlights, picture lights, LED lights, outdoor and indoor modern lighting finished in bronze, nickel and chrome. T: +44 (0)20 7352 7525 | www.mrlight.co.uk

Delcor’s unique levels of British craftsmanship give you the flexibility to define the size and style of your sofa or armchair, exactly how you want it. And with over 10,000 fabrics, you can express your ‘inner-designer’ and truly ‘live bespoke’. T: +44 (0)20 7352 5551 | www.delcor.co.uk

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TIMELESS CHESTERFIELDS has handcrafted quality, traditional Chesterfield furniture in its Lancashire workshop for over 30 years. Each piece is painstakingly built by hand in a traditional time honoured way using only the finest raw materials and is available in both leather and fabric. T: +44 (0)1204 368413 | www.TimelessChesterfields.com

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MATKI introduce the new Ultra Bespoke option for the EauZone Plus Collection. The range presents a new bespoke enclosure design featuring glass recessed into the wall to create a totally frameless look, as well as bespoke sizes and cut outs.

An award winning range of outstanding fibrous plaster mouldings Bespoke and installation also available. For a free copy of our brochure contact our sales office 01246 290890 or email sales@hodkin-jones.co.uk www.plastermouldingsonline.com

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BIJU HOMEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S latest design is a fabulously ornate baroque wall light, companion piece to their iconic Biju Grand French Wire Chandelier. Capturing the same classical French design and modernity, it is made from steel wire, formed into three chandelier arms with decorative drops. Available in bespoke colours to order. T: 44(0)1903 740134 | www.biju.co.uk

dusty back catalogue comes the Florian towel warmer, recreated to provide a substantial heat output and perfectly shaped to easily accommodate two towels. T:+44 (0)1212 702222 www.bardbrazier.co.uk

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MODERN MAISON ELEGANCE THE LATEST Lillian August introductions by Hickory White expand the classics incorporating fresh materials, finishes and styles infused with a modern elegance such as this Maison sofa and Guy clipped corner console shown in a new finish. Each design exemplifies Lillianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attention to a sophisticated, vibrant and engaging lifestyle. She is passionate about colour, comfort and visual appeal. T: +001 828 322 2640 | www.lillianaugustfinefurniture.com

Neo-classic Hancock buffet-server is an ideal addition to the dining room or foyer. It features solid brass circular fretwork complemented by graceful solid brass stretchers and hardware as well as antiqued mirrored door fronts. Adjustable shelves add greater flexibility to this stylish design finished in a rich Espresso colour. T: +001 904 279 1617 | www.aldenparkes.com

Inspired by Greek Revival architecture of the early 19th century, this black painted Jonathan Charles side chair with full upholstery and a pierced back creates comfortable seating while enjoying dinner with friends and family. T: +001 252 446 3266 www.jonathancharles.com

SIMPLE JAPANESE LINES EVOK by Nathan Anthony is a four-piece modular seating group designed with distinct colour-blocked layers. Each piece features a band of wood (in eight finishes) for extra contrast. This combination consists of an armless chair, corner unit and two ottomans providing a myriad of configurations. T: +001 323 584 1315 | www.nafurniture.com 24

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The aesthetic ideals common to traditional Japanese design and Western modernism are prominently shown in the stylish Kyoto dining collection by Copeland Furniture. Its broad useage of surfaces and simple geometry give way to the natural beauty of Kyotoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s solid walnut grain, offering easy integration and freshness to contemporary decor. T: +001 802 222 9282 | www.copelandfurniture.com

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Outdoor inspirations from Robeys

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High gloss luxury SHOWN here on a classic Venetian bed and Drum side tables, And So To Bed’s high gloss lacquers bring new luxury to the bedroom, perfectly in tune with today’s eclectic style. Now available on many of And So To Bed’s signature designs, high gloss lacquers come in ebony black or snowy white. T: +44 (0)80 8141 5838 | www.andsotobed.co.uk

Robeys have a distinctive range of products to help you make the most of the great outdoors, starting with the selection of outdoor heaters from Rais, or the elegant collection of barbeque fireplaces from Girse, each one crafted from stainless steel. Outsign is the latest addition to Robeys collection and offers a selection of contemporary outdoor cook stations, available in an array of eye catching colours. The beautiful range of outdoor furniture from Borek is sure to bring a touch of sophistication to any garden and allows you to relax in style. From lounge sets and parasols to barbeques and outdoor heaters, you’re sure to find the perfect garden product at Robeys. View our complete collection at www.robeys.co.uk

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ALEXANDER JAMES GROUP has come a long way since the days, 19 years ago, when owner Robert Walker, sat alone at his dining table working on the premise of his fledgling company. Today, there are 75 employees across five branches of the company, so it is no surprise that they have moved to larger and grander premises. The team have taken this opportunity to create an elegant and sumptuous space in silvers and purples which perfectly reflects their luxurious brand image. T: +44 (0)11 8932 0828 www.aji.co.uk

New EauZone Plus Ultra Bespoke. T h e e p i t o m e o f l u x u r y, t a i l o r - m a d e , e x p e r t l y m e a s u r e d a n d i n s t a l l e d b y M a t k i ’ s s p e c i a l i s t I n s t a l l a t i o n T e a m F O R I N F O R M AT I O N O N M AT K I ’ S M E A S U R E A N D I N S TA L L S E R V I C E C A L L 01 4 5 4 3 2 2 8 8 8 | W W W. M AT K I . C O. U K | M AT K I P L C , B R I S TO L B S 3 7 5 P L

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These flying fish are quite a catch THESE hand-sculpted fish are cast in artisan-grade resin and hand finished in real silver leaf to create unique pieces of wall dĂŠcor from The Phillips Collection. The characteristics are realistic down to the hand crafted eye, while the silver leaf finish gives it the ultimate contemporary look. While wood, vine, bark and branch has been used to create their unique and sustainable headboard (left). T: +001 336 884 9287 | www.phillipscollection.com

THIS EXCLUSIVE City Signs series of decorative books by E. Lawrence, shows original photography printed on handmade paper bound by hand. Inspired by some of the greatest cities of the world and their quintessential signage, these are personally designed by Eddie Lawrence for specific decorative use. T: +001 404 355 0226 | www.elawrenceltd.com T: +44 (0)20 7371 8733 | www.trowbridge.co.uk

INSPIRED BY A SQUARE Taking inspiration from an iconic square in the heart of London, Fine Art Lamps has initiated a lighting programme of gradually and steadfastly introducing solid brass transitional shapes in both antique brass and polished nickel. The umbrella for this developing collection is Grosvenor Square, filled with classical houses now being furnished with todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s looks. T:+001 305 821 3850 | www.fineartlamps.com

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TICKLED PINK This stylish Windsor chair designed by Mark Goetz combines new Glitzy pink and Lena Raspberry leather and is highlighted with Java finish with nickel nails for trim. Transitional in style, this innovative design comes with curved arms or no arms for a variety of decorative uses. Hancock & Moore strives to build fine furniture of uncompromising quality to endure for generations. T: +001 828 495 8235 | www.hancockandmoore.com

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THE BAY DESIGN STORE in Naples has long flourished as one of Southwest Florida’s outstanding interior design firms. In addition to professional interior design studios, the store features an impressive and ever-changing selection of furniture, lamps, rugs and accessories, and a wide selection of art, including original oils, limited edition prints, and fine decorative art. T: +001 239 649 0906 | www.baydesignstore.com

INSPIRATIONAL PAST The inspiration for this bed came from leafing through the ‘pages of the past’, as the designer Tiziano Bistaffa describes it. Its value lies in the complexity of the traditional craftsmanship, which enhances the detail in production and highlights the heritage of the Italian cabinet making experience. T: +001 336 885 2239 | +44 (0)1273 385 255 www.selva.com

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New from Heritage Home this collection of outdoor furniture will look good on any deck. Their transitional Marcello collection is made from tuxedo black synthetic wicker while the ottoman and cushions are covered in herringbone weaves. T: +001 828 267 5813 I www.heritagehome.com

THESE life-like botanicals by New Growth Designs show the artistry of Ed Glenn - owner/designer - whose incredible skill and dedication to perfection allows designers to bring the beauty of nature indoors. Ed’s renowned ability in floral creations stems from both his natural talent and from experience with the family’s fresh flower business that has been operating for more than 60 years. T: +001 252 752 6195 | www.newgrowthdesigns.com

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Talented design duo Barneby and Gates have added two new wallpapers to their growing collection. ‘Anchor‘ and ‘Chess’, are both printed using the surface print technique that is attributed to their painterly hand stamped finish. Chess is available in soft Stone or rich Burgundy. The nautical Anchor tile is an unusual combination of Moorish influence T: +44 (0)77 1348 3530 www.barnebygates.com

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WE COULD refer to this striking 78 inches long Thomas credenza as ‘black tie’ as it brings together some of the best in design elements including brightly polished handles and black glass doors for a truly distinctive look. This four-door design from John-Richard offers a stylish silhouette and may be used in a variety of decorating environments. T: +001 662 453 5809 | www.johnrichard.com

Susan Calhoun’s serene blues SUSAN CALHOUN of Collage Designs creates a serene blue room in the living area of this getaway home in Siesta Key, Florida. A cool celadon green is used on the walls as a soothing canvas for the array of blues used in the furnishings, rugs, curtains and accessories; ranging from grey-blue through cornflower to indigo. The darker blue details highlighted in the cushions on the sofa, the turtle artwork on the wall and the decorative boxes on the coffee table ensure the theme flows seamlessly through the room. T: +001 416 932 0302 | www.collagedesigns.ca

LUXURY stone specialist Lapicida is opening a Manhattan flagship showroom this Spring. With a commanding position on the ground floor of the D&D Building at East 59th Street, the new showroom flies the flag for European heritage; from antique floors reclaimed from French chateaux to intricate geometric designs in native British stones, inspired by 18th Century references. Bespoke walls, floors and decorative pieces create a dazzling showcase for Lapicida’s admirable collection. T: +44 (0)80 0012 2220 | www.lapicida.com

BILTMORE’S COMFORT AND GRACE The graceful Comtesse chair and ottoman are designed with comfort in mind. As part of Biltmore by Fine Furniture Design, these are just two of seventy-plus exceptional items curated to work beautifully together. The entire Biltmore collection exhibits a fresh look on grand time-honoured classics. Tel: +001 336 883 9918 www.BiltmoreFineFurniture.com

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ARPER has relaunched a limited edition version of the Bowl Chair, a design by Italian Brazilian architect Lina Bo Bardi who created the revolutionary piece in 1951. The seat rests on a metallic ring structure and can be swivelled into a number of reclining seating positions. The numbered edition of 500 chairs is available in black leather and a range of colours with three sets of cushions. T: +39 (0) 422 7918 | www.bardisbowlchair.arper.com

Packing a punch is the new Geometric Collection from Black Orchid Interiors. As the trend for strong geometric prints continues to take centre stage, Sally Chamely, founder and owner says: ‘This classic colour combination remains popular for 2014 and is the perfect colour palette to add a touch of art-deco chic to your home.’ T: +44 (0)84 4854 2794 | www.blackorchidinteriors.co.uk

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Victor Hall & Sons are makers of fine furniture who specialise in desks, chests of drawers and large bookcases. Their desks are of the finest materials and made to an extreme quality. Their workshops are in the middle of the Essex countryside and are open 7 days a week by appointment only. T: +44 (0) 1268 711777 | www.victorhallantiques.com

Catchpole & Rye have opened their first London showroom in Chelsea’s Fulham Road. The luxury bathroom showroom showcases their beautiful selection of cast iron and metal baths, ceramic and marble washbasins, showers and bespoke cisterns. They also offer a bathroom design service, including personalisation on their cast iron baths and cisterns. T: +44 (0)1233 840 840 | www.catchpoleandrye.com 34

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PROUDLY guarded by lions, art meets design with this opulent regal bath which has been meticulously created by using 15,000 hand painted and cut pieces of glass that incorporates 12 carat white gold, 24 carat yellow gold and Swarovski crystals. Robert James Grace is the creative designer and artist behind this masterpiece of craftsmanship and imagination. www.graceoflondon.com

BESPOKE SOFA LONDON specialises in producing luxurious furniture with a made-to-measure service. Supplying to London’s leading interior designers and private clients, using exceptionally high standard fabrics and finishes. They have a showroom on the King’s Road. T: +44 (0) 207 736 9900 www.bespokesofalondon.co.uk

THE CHESTER sofa by Halo is their refined new take on the classic Chesterfield. Deep cushions and high back make it seductively comfortable. Entirely handmade it is upholstered in hand-distressed leather for a vintage feel – there are nine different leathers to choose from – and is available as both a two and three seater. T: +44 (0) 161 923 0500 I www.haloliving.co.uk

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Bringing a touch of British heritage and craftsmanship into homes, Stone Age has partnered with Burlington Stone to offer a range of five remarkably beautiful natural stone tiles, which have been quarried from the heart of the quintessential Lake District for over 400 years. The essence of quintessential English style, the timeless palette of natural hues and authentic markings are quietly elegant, with all the ingredients to form the basis of an uninterrupted scheme. T: +44 (0)20 7384 9090 | www.stone-age.co.uk Fashion and interiors designer Giorgio Armani is about to embark on his first project in China. Armani/Casa has just unveiled its first luxury residential interior design project called L’Art Residence in Chengdu. He will be working in partnership with the Chinese cultural body, Mind Group, on the design and development of the project. Each apartment block will feature a heated rooftop swimming pool and every apartment will be fitted out with furniture and accessories from Armani/Casa. “China is a fascinating country and continues to be full of dynamic energy and promise for the future. I am delighted to be creating luxury residences bringing remarkable living space, imbued with the spirit of modern elegance to this vibrant city,” he said. www.armanicasa.com

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DM HOME, a treasure trove of high-end furniture and accessories. Previously known as Décor Mart to interior decorators and home owners in Thailand, it boasts the ability to offer a one-stop shop for all home renovation needs. Be it a full kitchen or bathroom fit-out, a sofa or dining table right down to a lamp or cushion, DM HOME has sourced the finest quality pieces from across the world. Stocking lines such as Ralph Lauren, Armani/Casa, Versace, Jonathan Charles, Hansgrohe, Duravit, Nautica, and Kathryn M Ireland the choice of interior design pieces available in their showrooms in Thonglor, Siam Paragon and Phuket is a treat for the senses. T: +66 (0) 2365 0789 93 | www.dm-home.com

LAUNCHING in London Design Week is Sonia Rykiel’s fourth fabric collection based on five stories played out in harmonies of yellow, orange, blue, plum and neutral. The designs translate Sonia’s signature style with a multicolored stripe and a vibrant print. Her vision was a desire to juxtapose this collection with the previous three by using a softer colour palette and contemporary pattern. T: +33 (0)1 43 16 8800 | www.lelievre.eu It’s the Chinese New Year of the Wood Horse and to mark the celebration, Royal Crown Derby has launched ‘Equus’, a dramatic collection of tableware. The range has been designed by Carmen Broom who has used original brush and ink artwork of a wild, galloping horse. Equus is available in high gloss black on white bone china and in black on gold antique finish. T: +44 (0)13 3271 2833 | www.royalcrownderby.co.uk

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BRINTONS Deep Grid rug designed by Christian Zuzunaga has won an award for Best Pixelation Design. ‘Combines Zuzunaga’s unique innovative design style with Brintons’ state of the art multicolour weaving technology. A striking 25 colours can be found within this contemporary pixel based design’ said Don Coates, of Brintons. www.rugs-by-brintons.com

Known for their provocative, experimental approach and whimsical textile designs, Timorous Beasties’ Ex Libris cushion collections have evolved with new, updated designs. The three velvet cushions are handprinted on a plush velvet in acid brights of teal, pink and yellow and they’re pretty hard to resist. Exclusively sold at Liberty. T: +44 (0)20 7734 1234 www.liberty.co.uk | www.timorousbeasties.com

INFLUENCED by midcentury style, Bert Frank’s charming new collection, Revolve, is perfected by hand and polished for a finish designed to soften over time. Featuring an opal diffuser that allows light to evenly pass through and a brass top plate with defined cut out detailing, Revolve is available in solid brass with metal spun shades finished in matte black, white or petrol blue. T: +44 (0)20 8737 0512 | www.bertfrank.co.uk

NEPTUNE is excited to announce the opening of their first London showroom. Their new elegant Fulham site was once the home of Kit Stone, their leading stockist. Now the design team are part of the Neptune family and are on hand to offer the best design service with the most beautiful range of hand crafted furniture and accessories. Tel: +44 (0) 20 7371 9997 | www.neptunefulham.com REBOSIO+SPAGNULO experiments with art and design in their new copper fabric collection, Cuprum, designed for SoFarSoNear. Intensely poetic, this Sparito textile has been copper spun with a decorative pattern featuring music written by contemporary classical music composer, Daniele Lombardi, who wrote the score specially for the textile project. T: +3902 3673 5680 | www.sofarsonear.com INTRODUCING Jazz Age, the new Art Deco inspired collection of six hand-tufted rugs designed by Esti Barnes, founder and Design Director of Top Floor. Using precision sculpturing and colour graduation, the collection is made to order and available in any size or colour. T: +44 (0)20 7795 3333 www.topfloorrugs.com GEORGE JENNINGS was one of the finest sanitary engineers of his time and his designs are as prevalent today as they were then. The Jennings bath is a reproduction of the late 19th Century English embossed double ended cast iron bath with a luxurious wooden roll. The bath is cast in England from recycled brake discs and is available painted, polished or patinated. T: +44 (0)20 7624 2636 | www.thewatermonopoly.com

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DESIGN IDEAS | decorating with blue

Usually the go-to colour for beach houses and boyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rooms, if you choose the right shade, the colour blue can create a bright, bold and striking statement room, or a tranquil and soothing escape.

A stunning abstract painting in various shades of blue, the easiest way to introduce blue to your room, is complimented with a geometric patterned blue and white rug in this New York apartment designed by Anita Sarsidi.

Mimmi Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connell adds a touch of blue to a traditional Majorcan room decorated predominantly in white with the addition of boldly patterned cushions and rugs in matching shades of blue.

A bright cerulean blue on the walls of this inviting Greek bedroom, designed by John Stafanidis, is complemented by the rich navy blue of the textiles on the bed and the lamps either side of the four-poster.

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An 18th century French damask wallpaper in sky blue and white creates drama in this eclectic living space designed by Miles Redd. Accents of complementing shades of blue on the cushions and curtains complete the blue theme.

The palest of tiffany blue that Diane Berger has chosen for the walls of this 18th century French inspired room is the perfect background for the beautifully ornate furniture covered in bright blue toile.

A fresh azure blue on the walls with accents of white in both the dining room and living room in this Dutch home designed by Floriene Bosch, makes this ground floor social area flow together beautifully.

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Photograph: Fritz von der Schulenburg/The Interior Archive

Photograph: Simon Upton/The Interior Archive

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CHINESE REVOLUTION Liliane Fawcett says we should celebrate a new generation of spirited designers

ultural activities and flourishing arts scenes are often cited as one of the indications of where a country sits on the international stage. By any measure, China has arrived. However, amidst all the talk of the immense business opportunities and far-reaching global influence, contemporary design in and from China is often overlooked by outsiders - and the Chinese themselves. A new generation of spirited designers is beginning to gather up millenia-long strands of artistic creativity, which had been severed by the Cultural Revolution. These are being weaved into the body of their work, which speak to the energy of modern China. They express the re-interpretations and narratives that have emerged in fields as diverse as ceramics, textiles, furniture and photography. Many there question whether China should remain the international hub for mass-production with its inevitable accompanying compromises in quality and finish. Or whether a more confident and wealthy country will signal a transition away from its current preoccupation with global trends and Western influence, to a re-evaluation of homegrown alternatives. Some designers, with little or no access to material, salvage and re-invent found pieces. One such artist, Gu Yeli, who is now one of China’s most innovative voices, has a distinctive visual wit and originality. Her designs acknowledge her ongoing love affair with the Shanghai nontang (a traditional alleyway) in which she lives in her native city. She embraces upcycling with colour and humour. This re-awakening of traditional skills, values and craftsmanship is giving rise to a more expressive and thoughtful cultural movement. Artist Yang Fan makes vibrant, colourful and sometimes immense installations

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using textiles, much of them excess, discarded surplus found in vast quantities every spring in southern China’s clothes manufacturing heartland. The internationally recognised Shao Fan, a friend of Ai Weiwei, says that only in adulthood did he mature into a fully-fledged Chinese artist having being overly influenced in his youth by foreign cultures. His beautifully crafted furniture, held in collections such as the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, is a meeting of eras and their styles, which acknowledges the ancient ties between continents and cultures but is also steeped in its creator’s environment. Another of Ai Weiwei’s artistic collaborators, Li Naihan, found a rich source of inspiration in the constant upheaval of Beijing’s redevelopment. For many people an ever-shifting and ever-changing city engulfed by mass immigration may prove too much to bear. Not for Li. She has highlighted this phenomenon with sensitivity by designing beds, dressing tables, wardrobes and desks which look like crates but once opened, morph into carapaces to contain the furniture, objects and most poignantly, allude to the memories which we all carry with us. The huge influence of European art and design had, and still has, on the world will no doubt continue but China is beginning to appreciate the value of traditional skills. Artists and designers are looking beyond being imitators and embracing what it means to be a Chinese designer in this established market. The journey will no doubt be anything but boring! B

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ART DECO LUXURY CHIC Christopher Guy Harrison celebrates the romance of the decadent jazz age

vocative of the jazz- a ge, with clean lines and architectural detailing, the designs of the 1920’s and 1930’s remain a key trend within luxury furniture design. The use of solid hardwoods, with high-gloss and polished surfaces, creates a dramatic statement as well as adding a touch of timeless elegance to your interior design scheme. Taking inspiration from celebrated Parisian chic, furniture and accessories that embody this style make subtle references to neoclassical and Georgian design, while remaining true to the principals of Art Moderne. The attention to detail in each design ensures this surpasses seasonal trends to remain ever popular and current. Furniture, for example, is often characterised by its perfect proportions, with tapered legs, hand carving, oval back chairs and the use of mirror and glass with an antique finish. What makes this an enduring trend is the simplicity of the design. It works in harmony with other styles, allowing you to either make it the main theme for your interior design scheme, or alternatively, use one or two key items as accent pieces to co-ordinate with existing furniture. It’s complementary, making it effortlessly stylish, whether for a London townhouse, New York loft apartment or Hong Kong high-r ise. Upholstered furniture suits a sophisticated colour palette.

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Rich monochrome fabrics fit the trend perfectly, but it’s important not to overuse. Instead, pick one or two statement pieces to cover. Soft, delicate pastels in pink, cream, blue and yellow hues will create a classic, timeless look. Alternatively, for a more dramatic effect, opt for a combination of deep reds, bottle greens or this season’s must- have teal. Stick to solid colours and avoid patterns, which can quickly detract from the chic, elegant look. Experiment with different types of fabrics, such as silk, raffia and even soft leather. The zeitgeist of modernism/ Art Moderne has been captured by popular culture throughout the last century. Even today, with films such as the adaptation of F Scott Fitzgerald’s Great Gatsby, which perfectly evokes the elegance, romance and decadence of the jazz-a ge, make it attractive to a younger and wider audience. This was one of the most talked about and covered design trends in the media during 2013. For me, what’s so special about contemporary Parisian chic, is its sumptuous and flirtatious elegance. It teases with its subtle, coy forms and allures you into a prestigious world as if casting a spell on the room. B

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SLEEPING IN STYLE Boutique hotels spark demand for beds with the WOW factor says Wayne Clarke

outique hotel design has a powerful influence on domestic interiors, especially bedrooms. The rise of eclectic and vintage styles can be attributed to iconic contract interiors, but equally so can both a super-sleek, minimalist aesthetic and highly decorative furnishings offering palatial levels of grandeur. What unites these apparently disparate styles is their emphasis on luxury surfaces and materials, their generous - even oversize - proportions and, above all, a refined and coherent offering which is designed down to the last iPod dock. Luxury, scale, lifestyle: these are the key elements currently making the biggest impressions on bedroom trends and buying patterns. One of the most noticeable effects on domestic bedrooms has been in the size of beds. At the mid/high end of the market, Kingsize has virtually replaced Standard Double as the most popular size, with Emperor and even Super Emperor sizes catching up quickly. Significantly bigger beds are a direct reflection of the amount of space which people are now prepared to dedicate to bedrooms, especially in the ‘master suite’ - another key trend from the hotel world now making waves in high end domestic interiors. The luxury mattress market is booming as they discover increasing wellbeing from a better quality of sleep. Specialist retailers who understand how to match customers’ requirements to the many different mattress offerings on the market are also driving the trend for people to move up to better quality, more durable products. The bed itself takes centre stage and whilst customers’ personal tastes vary from super-extravagant to pared-down minimalism, there are certain key trends at work here too. People want their bed to be really important; a major

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statement piece with a distinct wow factor. They are prepared to pay for products which are custom made, or at the very least personalised with bespoke elements. And So To Bed’s ultimate statement bed, the Grand Versailles, is hand encrusted with thousands of Swarovski crystals. In both beds and bedroom furniture, And So To Bed find bespoke finishes as much sought after by individuals as by the trade: from high gloss lacquers and colour-matched paints to new metallic surfaces, specialist finishes create wholly personalised looks. Design notes from chic hotels worldwide have stimulated the revival of upholstery, very often seen as supersize headboards. Alongside this, there has also been a resurgence in both traditional upholstered beds and a move towards contemporary upholstered divan sets. Again, whatever their personal style, customers want to be able to choose from a wide range of fabrics or supply their own fabrics to achieve an individual look which they can match across the bedroom. Another element of this co-ordinated look sees increasing sales of bedroom furniture. Not since the 1960’s has it been so fashionable to see a theme right through from bedside tables and chests to dressing tables, cupboards and smaller occasional pieces. The difference between then and now? Again, taking a lead from the eclectic school of hotel design, it’s become super-cool to mix and match modern and vintage styles. Co-ordinating or matching finishes across a variety of pieces is an easy way to nail two trends at once; achieving both individuality and that all-important visual coherence. B

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THRILLING ME SOFTLY Tina Nicole understands why furniture is becoming more relaxed and ‘pillowy’

or me, merchandising upholstered furnishings is like going to a party with all my friends. I have fun with them as a group, and I appreciate each one for their individuality. And, if I’m lucky after the many toasts and shared conversations, one lays claim to the title of ‘bestie’. As the lead designer and co-founder of Nathan Anthony Furniture, my current ‘bestie’ in upholstered seating goes by the name Soft Modern. Observing trend in the contemporary furniture category, I see that the clean lines are continuing to evolve towards rounded silhouettes and more relaxed looks, taking on noticeably sensual characteristics. Design clients are moving away from choosing hard-edged frames that stand to attention in favour of softer, pillowy shapes. Soft fills like down and trillium are being used to pad perimeters in seating areas, tops of arms and backs, as well as for the front apron and outside backs. Wrinkles and puckers are intentionally added by loosening the upholstery application, or under-filling pillows to achieve the desired effect. We punch and chop seating and pillows – it’s a cathartic experience – to relax the filling. The objective is to attain a sophisticated degree of lived-in cosiness. The modern idea for more spacious environments will no longer be expressed in square footage, but through intentional decisions about décor and the careful selection of objects of desire. It’s minimalism with benefits, you might say. In this scenario, furnishing items are treated like sculptural elements that are intended to stand alone and speak for themselves. ‘The emphasis on sensuality is seen in both the shapes and

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materials used. Incorporating soft wood tones and unfinished metals help to complete the expression of this trend’, suggests Neil Kelly, of Neil Kelly Company. There’s a rich selection of trending fabrics used as upholstery covers now. Expect to see muted floral-inspired patterns, but much less bold than in the recent past, they put me in mind of the glorious watercolour pastels in my grand mother’s Sweet Pea garden. ‘Even popular geometric looks are softened by increasingly tranquil colourways grounded in white, taupe and grey. Pops of colour like yellow walk the line between light and bright and should wake up the senses when combined with patterns that intentionally clash’, says trend source Laura Bielecki, of Luxury Interior Design Journal. The hipster homesteading movement, with its focus on handcrafting, embroidery and homemade goods, is having an influence in the area of heavier cable knits and quilted fabrics available in the marketplace. We selected the upholstery covers ‘Cozy’, ‘Desdemona’ and ‘Lightning’ in response to this trend and covered our down-filled Bounce and Boxx ottomans, with a nod to the influence of Patricia Urquiola and her unique cover choices for seating. As you can see, it’s a lovely cast of characters indeed. All that’s left is to pour the wine and find a comfy seat. Cheers! B

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CORPORATE CHILL OUT Our offices are taking on a more relaxed and flexible look says Tim Armitt

dominant trend over recent years - and one that looks set to continue - is the cross-over between contract and hospitality interior designs. No longer separate and distinct, the boundaries of interior design that were once understood and abided by no longer apply, particularly when choosing furniture for these two environments. Furniture that would look equally at home in the domestic environment has traditionally been specified for the hospitality sector. Now however, with the contract sector looking to soften its environment and create more relaxed and flexible open-plan spaces for employees, the corporate look has started to echo the feel of a hotel environment. Meanwhile, as the hospitality environment has to pander more to the needs of the corporate client, the arrival of chill-out zones, phone booths and touchdown spaces are just some of the trends that currently influence hospitality designs today. The birth of high backed meeting booths is the one of the biggest areas of growth in the corporate arena. Great for breaking up large, open plan office spaces, these stand-alone pieces help create touchdown spaces and informal meeting areas. Many offer advanced acoustic capabilities, their contoured high-back design helps reduce peripheral vision and external noise, whilst enhancing privacy and retaining an open plan feel. Once confined to the foyer, soft seating has now become the norm for breakout spaces and meeting areas in corporate settings – hence the growing popularity of modular furniture that offers unrivalled levels of flexibility and practicality. Across both sectors, there has also been a distinct surge in custom designs and handcrafted furniture production. The

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need to stand out from the crowd and to provide that luxury wow factor was once the preserve of the hospitality sector. With more organisations waking up to sustainability, it’s important to consider products that are manufactured from sustainable raw materials with low chemical omissions, combined with a strict recycling practice. Equally, it’s more important than ever before to consider the robustness of materials when specifying furniture. Not only does it need to withstand everyday use, it needs to meet the rigours of housekeeping and offer an easy to clean and maintain solution. Regarding materials, there is still a strong trend towards wood tones combined with diverse colours and fabrics. Soft seating in bold colours can help distinguish office areas and break up the uniformity and functionality of the workspace, or provide a striking centrepiece. The use of natural wood looks set to continue too. No longer confined to the frame of the furniture, natural woods add texture and colour to handcrafted furniture designs and can adorn interiors with a touch of luxury and individuality that can make all the difference. When combined with classic and elegant furniture designs that boast high-end quality and craftsmanship – such as comb joints and bevelled edge detailing which give an exquisite finish – the results can be stunning and provide enduring appeal for years to come. B

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CLASSICS OF TODAY New traditionalists have fallen in love with colour and vibrancy says Lillian August

lways fashion conscious, the ‘new’ traditionalist has respect for history but demands that traditional design continually be re-interpreted, designs that look to the classics but stay in tune with the times. A symbol of graceful living, traditional design is also a symbol of success. It began with Queen Victoria, the first Royal to publicly embrace the idea of home, therefore giving the home greater social value than more artificial court life. It has evolved to what we might call the new era of the interior designer whose customers demand incredible rooms. Early women of design, Nancy Lancaster, Elsie de Wolfe and Sister Parrish, among other greats, opened the door for the interior designers of today. Often, their most significant work was experienced by the public in elegant hotels, memorable ballrooms and lobbies. Still today, stellar discerning customers are captivated by this legacy. I take great pride in celebrating this legacy. My challenge as a designer is to retain the essence of classicism and at the same time update it with cleaned-up, not too fussy, statements. At Lillian August, we strive to be a part of the genre of unforgettable designers that have created a unique vocabulary of beautiful and timely fashion looks creating rooms that tell a story or at the very least pay tribute to renowned American designers. I enjoy settings where shades of the past can come to life with surprising, intense colour and excitement; where we can combine elegant European fabrics and the best of traditional furnishings, where furnishings and lifestyle settings reflect the best of interiors, many international in flair. Colour gets me out of bed in the morning and the opportunity to work with pure colour never fails to inspire. I always enjoy seeing designers embrace fashion and colour in all areas of their lives. Often they don’t realise just

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how much of this inspiration comes from 50 years of strong, as well as subtle, colour useage. We love colours such as vibrant greens, rich reds and tuxedo black and white which create drama and glamour. Fresh and clean-looking navy, so important in apparel, transcends readily to the home. We like the way red sizzles when combined with rich cream. Red, always the colour of love, is easily paired with olive and acid greens and easily complemented with strong splashes of black and white. Plums and blues are especially refreshing and bring a feeling of comfort and relaxation. Even bursts of intense hues can create a warm, vintage look and become invigorating when softened by creamy taupe or pale olive. Eggplant and purple are important in a saturated colour palette, while ivories and creams add a richly textured feel. We see yellow adding pop in home furnishings, a nice accent in golds, mustard and sunflower colourations. Combined with greys, sand and washed stone, we have a wonderful urban, upscale lifestyle decor that is restful as well as charming. Similarly, radiant orchid - Pantone’s colour of the year - offers an expressive and exotic feel while inspiring confidence and warmth. The most compelling rooms tell a story and colour always plays a key role. At Lillian August we thrive on creating an unusual if not unique slant as well as timely fashion statements to these rooms, bringing the past to the present, bringing stories to life with flair, and rooms that can be enjoyed and appreciated the world over. B

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INSPIRING MEMORIES Snaphots from times gone by are behind my design ideas says Barry Dixon

nspiration is everywhere. It lives in the memory of our past, the vibrancy of our present and the possibility of our future. It hides in plain sight in the view outside our window and it sits on a shelf inside our home. It lurks in foreign ports of call and waits patiently in our own backyard. It whispers to us in our dreams and screams at us in our waking moments, urging that moment of glorious combustion when our thoughts collide to spark our imagination. From the hay fields outside my windows to a treasured cocoa tin from my childhood, the following remembrances detail sources of my own design inspiration. The vivid clarity of a now long forgotten dream slowly succumbed to the hazy reality of another summer morning in Fauquier County. A steady drone of modern machinery had lured me from one state of consciousness to another, and I realised that the audio portion of my altered state was actually my friend Ricky cutting the tall grass in the pastures beyond the low stone walls that separate Elway Hall from Elway Farm. Peering through the windows of my bedroom aerie I could chart his progress: long furrowed rivulets of silken strands combed into place by the line of blades in his wake, such order in the concentric curves as he turned a graceful one-eighty to plod a parallel path in the vale. Later he would roll the fallen straw into mammoth coils that would be left to dry further in the June sun. I always love the look of the rolling hills dotted with the large, sweet smelling bales, their undulating forms crispened by the fresh, clean cut. By July I noticed that he had, with deft efficiency, stacked the rolled bales vertically two and three tall to keep them ‘high and dry’. The resultant wall was like some wonderful, angle-less honeycomb - again with the mesmerising op-art effect of the concentric circles at the bales’ ends - that became a snapshot in my memory.

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The old cocoa tin on the shelf of my grandmother’s pantry was a ruse. Almost a century had passed since its mottled interior had held the sweet brown powder. The acrid smell of rolled bills and heavy coins mixed oddly with a lingering chocolate scent, because that’s where Nettie kept her secret stash of money, (of course). When the neighbouring farmer delivered the fresh country butter pressed in a round wooden mould and wrapped in waxed paper, the tin came down from the shelf, as it did when we were going into town for an ice cream cone or when we kids needed ‘pocket money’ for our trip back home. The bittersweet colour of the box itself provided strong contrast to the graphic tones of the label and floral ornamentation, the latter executed in an almost scientific fashion, illustrating the ‘specimen’ of the cacao plant as it grew naturally in its tropical homeland. How exotic the broadveined leaves and the nubby cacao pods must have seemed on the shelf of the 19th century general store where her grandmother bought the tin. The pattern on the box seems exotic to me even now, perhaps more so for the generations of memory and familiarity that it represents. Years later, when Nettie passed that modest little touchstone became my link to our past. Both ‘Crop Art Circles’ and ‘Cacao Vine’ have become bestselling fabrics in our textile collection for Vervain/S. Harris. Each an individual abstraction of a specific, personal object or observation collated into a product for a modern designer to employ in their own specific and personal ways. Look. Think. Create! B

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LEARN YOUR TRADE Jenny Gibbs explains why training is essential for today’s interior designers

have lost count of the times that I have been asked if interior design is just a matter of common sense. While no one would deny that this is important, as it is with any profession or career, the slightly worrying implication of the query is an assumption that no real specialist knowledge is involved at all. The early decorators such as Elsie de Wolfe, Jean-Michel Frank, Eileen Gray and John Fowler may not have had to contend with the technicalities of today’s interiors but they ensured that they found ways to gain knowledge and experience, recognising that they needed to develop their skills, understand the materials they were working with and learn the fundamentals of design theory. Elsie de Wolfe drew on her experience of set design and studied 18th century French design. Jean-Michel Frank followed work experience with a spell at a Paris Atelier. Eileen Gray originally studied at the Slade but when she became interested in interior and furniture design joined a workshop specialising in lacquer work, while John Fowler was known to pull old curtains to pieces to establish exactly how they had been constructed. Others ask if it is possible to learn interior design on the job and, of course, in an ideal world that is exactly what would happen. Many of today’s leading names in the design world learnt their trade and built up their experience and confidence with an established designer, apprentice-style. However, in today’s fast moving world, design practices need new employees to hit the ground running and do not have the time to teach the now extensive fundamentals. The demands on the interior designer today are huge. The design skillset is broadly definable as a combination of both intellectual and practical skills and is fundamentally a decision making and problem solving activity. It requires a blend of thinking and acting, learning through doing,

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testing ideas and assumptions through action. It is also a holistic process and allows for the vagaries of human nature, incorporating intuition, and even emotion into decision making. All of this requires a framework, a methodology which design students need to grasp as a platform for the development of their ideas. Similarly students can be introduced to processes which help them access creative ideas when faced with a raft of practical information from the client brief, design survey and analysis. Designers often work as part of a team with a variety of other professionals during both the design and construction stages. Inevitably, they need to understand the role of these professionals to collaborate with them successfully. In addition to the basic skills; design theory and knowledge, a grasp of relevant technology is now essential to facilitate the design. Illustration and administrative functions also play a key part within interior services, providing considerable learning challenges for the design student. Interior designers carry high levels of responsibility. Good design is critical to the competitiveness of many types of businesses and contributes to quality of life at home, work and leisure. To meet these demands students need to understand the benefits of in-depth research and to learn about the environmental performance of materials and products. With all this in mind, in-depth design training is really the only way to get started and to compete for employment. B

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A breath of new light, Volver from Terzani melds LED technology and art to achieve a new level of luxury. For services and direct-to-manufacturer trade discounts visit UBER Interiors’ high-end furniture and lighting store and also online an Interior Designer’s dream resource centre. T: +44 (0)845 0773 280 | www.uber-interiors.com

Andrew Kornat’s new leaf The Layered Leaf Lamp is the newest addition to Andrew Kornat lighting collections. Made of solid cast brass and available in any combination of polished and satin finishes including gold, nickel, copper, bronze and black. Each with two bulb sockets, topped with a solid glass finial and shown with an 18” Drum Shade. T: +44 (0)7738 080098 | andrew@andrewkornatdesigns.com

The iconic shape of the Original 1227 Anglepoise lamp, designed in 1934 by George Carwardine using his patented constant spring technology, has a timeless appeal, delivering classic style and ultimate flexibility to any room. T: +44 (0)23 9224 450 www.anglepoise.com

Working with the highest quality materials available, Phillips & Wood produce bespoke lighting and furniture for the most prestigious interior design projects. Unique items are designed, drawn and computer rendered, produced and fitted within extremely competitive timescales. T: + 44 (0) 20 8222 8117 | www.phillipsandwood.co.uk

Tom’s elegant Vienna lamps Tom Faulkner’s elegant new collection of Vienna lamps are beautifully water cut from solid steel with organic curves that translate a sinuous grace. There are two standard heights to choose from or they can be handmade to order. Available in eight standard and seven antique and specialist finishes, there’s also an additional highly polished stainless steel option with a striking near mirror finish. Select a complementing handmade silk shade from a range of 50 colours. T: +44 (0)20 7351 7272 | www.tomfaulkner.co.uk 58

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Soane’s owl lantern

This large scale hanging lantern gives wonderful light and is made entirely by hand with ‘owl’ feathers individually sculpted and fitted to the body to create a layered effect. T: + 44 (0)20 7730 6400 | www.soane.co.uk

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The Millfield Chandelier Made in brass and finished to order, here shown in polished nickel, and with lead crystal prisms.

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RISE OF TUFTED RUGS Arash Yaraghi tells how today’s weavers are keeping an ancient art alive

ntil the housing crash of 2009 in the US, hand-knotted rugs comprised more than 99 per cent of the residential designer market. Companies that had specialised in hand-knotted oriental and nomadic hand-weave carpets for half a century or more suddenly noticed that the clients of interior designers were postponing high end rug purchases. Rising to the challenge, a few wholesale rug manufacturers responded by upping the design and luxury quotient of handtufted rugs. Innovation in this category began with special licensed collections launched in 2009 by icons such as lifestyle leader Martha Stewart and celebrity designer Thom Filicia. In collaboration with these tastemakers, wholesalers pushed the design envelope with hand-tufted rugs in everything from yarn choices, to colour palettes and surface textures. These pioneering hand-tufted collections were crafted exclusively of the finest New Zealand wool to ensure a luxury look and long wear. Yarns were dyed using the same ancient pot dyeing techniques weaving families had been using for centuries to create custom hand-knotted Peshawar and Tibetan rugs for the interior design market. Finishing techniques were developed to create the soft patina of artisan woven carpets. The idea was to make the transition as seamless as possible by focusing on recreating expensive hand-knotted looks with proprietary effects and ever increasing numbers of colours for richness of detail. Rug companies that survived the transition to handtufting banked on bringing exceptional value to consumers who wanted quality, style and greater affordability in their decorative home products.

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At first, weavers concentrated on capturing the detailed motifs of coveted Persian rug designs. At Safavieh we aimed high, choosing to reproduce the famous Lavar Kerman rugs that have been prized as artistic marvels since the city of Lavar was visited by Marco Polo in 1270. In fact, the hand-tufted rug is a bit more structured than its finely knotted counterparts. But the technology is so exceptional, the hand-tufted version of a prized antique uses 25 colours, resulting in extraordinary value for the price. Always a proponent of democracy in design and impressed with the quick turnaround times and styling flexibility in hand-tufting, Thom Filicia chose to launch his initial indoor rug collection entirely in hand-tufted wool and viscose highlights that were indistinguishable from silk. “The result is pure, evocative design that is both essential and highly practical,” Filicia says. Indeed, the rugs exude classic simplicity and inject an unexpected, modern flair reflective of his fresh yet timeless approach to design. Using a balance of design, materials, textures and palettes in unexpected ways, the pioneers in the hand-tufted medium have sparked a revolution that has proven mutually beneficial for interior designers and consumers, and has allowed weavers across the world to transfer their skills to a 21st century technique while keeping an ancient art alive. B

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Shown here is a taste of the Borek range of outdoor furniture supplied by Robeys featuring the Paris folding chair, Cortona table and Rodi parasol. The products provide ultimate seating comfort and perfect shade. The collection can be compared to good wine, it gets better as it matures. Teak has made a full comeback, and there are a number of designs to choose from, be it dining or lounging. T:+44 (0) 1773 820940 | www.robeys.co.uk

The grid is a collection of outdoor furniture units that can be configured in multiple ways. It is the inspiration of Danish designer Henrik Pedersen, from leading international brand of upmarket outdoor furniture, Gloster, available from Uber Interiors T: +44 (0)845 0773 280 | www.uber-interiors.com

CEBU is constructed with a powder coated aluminium frame, fast dry foam, 10 HDPE resin weave colors and is available in over 200 solution dyed acrylic fabrics. Cebu is available in deep seating, coffee and occasional tables. T: +001 626 912-8523 | www.terrafurniture.com 64

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To complement the extensive inventory of antique statuary, Architectural Heritage has developed a collection of fine reproduction garden ornaments, employing the talents of master craftsmen in the disciplines of stone and marble masonry, bronze, copper and lead work, alongside age-patinated artificial stone, to recreate the very best of 18th and 19th century design. T: +44 (0)13 8958 4414 | www.architectural-heritage.co.uk

The Park Shore Table and Bench with Bennett outdoor upholstery slip covered dining chairs from Heritage Home. The aluminium table features hand-applied finishing treatments to replicate a wood grain top and aged metal base.

This wide, sunny terrace in Cape Town, designed by Adele Convery, makes the most of the stunning view of the surrounding mountains with low walls, minimal greenery in terracotta pots and comfortable loungers and scatter cushions. Photograph by Fritz von der

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It’s time to Nest

With its chic graphite colour and plush pillows, the Nest Collection is perfect to curl up in or entertain in the garden or poolside. T: +001 305 651 9655 | www.kannoa.com

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Mimmi O’Connell’s simple and luxurious style is very evident on this Tuscan terrace with plush cushions dressed with pillows and bolsters, both on simple teak loungers and directly by the poolside. Photograph by Fritz von der Schulenburg/The Interior Archive

INDIAN OCEAN, the British design-led luxury outdoor furniture brand, has launched a collection of divine daybeds. Clean lines and generous proportions define this luxurious collection. Match a left and right for double lounging, co-ordinate with a sofa or stand alone as a chaise. T: + 44 (0)20 8675 4808 | www.indian-ocean.co.uk A Place In The Garden offers award winning collections of zinc planters, fountains, lighting and garden objet d’art, handmade in Europe. Inspired by 19th century French & European estates, the collection boasts designs that display simple clean lines & contemorary chic. The Bath Lantern is one of their stunningly elegant lights, modelled on the Coach Lamp range. The collection is avaliable in a variety of sizes and designs. T: +44 (0)14 0386 4866 | www.aplaceinthegarden.co.uk

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The Chesapeake range is an extensive new collection of solid teak outdoor furniture from Barlow Tyrie. It initially comprises of an armchair, side chair, innovative swivel rocker complete with Sunbrella fabric cushions and a two metre dining table. Its look marries aspects of the traditional, such as rolled armrests on the chairs and rolled edges and curved sides to the dining table, with clean, crisp contemporary touches that include nylon glides on the bottom of tapered legs. T: +44 (0)1376 557 600 | www.teak.com

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WEITZNER have introduced their first outdoor fabric collection called Garden Gates. As the name suggests the collection takes its inspiration from the ironwork patterns and architectural styles of garden gates. T: +44 (0)20 7351 5893 | www.altfield.com

Luciano’s design for gold Laurent-Perrier have enlisted the artistic talents of award winning designer Luciano Giubbilei (right) to secure a fourteenth Gold Medal at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show this year. Luciano has created a beautifully layered garden, intended to stimulate the enjoyment of observation and contemplation of visitors to the show. The design manifests Luciano’s on-going fascination with texture, form and light whilst reflecting the elegance, creativity and pioneering spirit of the 200-year old family-run champagne house. A strong wooden sculpture designed by American artist Ursula von Rydingsvard will contribute to the garden’s exploration of texture. T: +44 (0)20 7622 2616 | www.lucianogiubbilei.com

HADDONSTONE is a leading UK manufacturer of fine landscape ornaments and architectural stonework for interiors and exteriors. Designs range from planters, fountains and statues to balustrades, follies and fireplaces. Pictured is a pavilion at a magnificent Wiltshire residence. T: +44 (0)1604 770711 | www.haddonstone.com

Inspired by a goddess THE TANGIER is Kannoa’s most versatile collection. Deep-seating sectional pieces, along with coffee tables and ottomans allows for a myriad of configurations to make any outdoor space completely custom. T: +001 305 651 9655 | www.kannoa.com

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Matthew Hilton’s Eos range of outdoor furniture is named after the Greek goddess of dawn and bringer of light. Previous works by Hilton have been used in the V&A Museum. “All of my pieces are loaded with meaning and memory and are very personal to me,” says the British designer. “The Eos collection encompasses the key ideas in most of my designs, it has to be functional, stackable and easy to store. The Eos collection has expanded over the last year to include more pieces for the outdoor dining and living areas.” T: +44 (0)20 7622 3506 | www.casefurniture.co.uk

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DON’T CHASE TRENDS There isn’t a wrong colour, only colour in the wrong place says Julia Brendel

am always surprised at how the fashion and fabric industries force new trends on designers, buyers and clients. I understand the need for the ‘new’ and ‘the race for clients’ with fresh collections. But colour is such a personal thing. My mum, who is an historian of art, says that there isn’t a wrong colour, there is only a colour in a wrong place, and after years of working in the art and design industry, I have learnt that she is absolutely right. Another thing that I have learnt is that the classics never disappoint. As much as I understand this need for colour trends in fashion, I feel that in home furnishings colours should reflect personal preferences and not be forced by what is dictated, just for the sake of it. My clients still prefer to live surrounded by colours they feel comfortable with. And what is comfortable varies from person to person. I like to play with colour and only use what I think works in a pattern. I do not chase the newest trends but experiment a lot with different combinations and when I like it, the decision has been made. I may be wrong, but when I design I do not look at other people’s work as I do not want to be influenced or tempted by colours that someone else thinks may be fashionable this year. I want my fabrics to last a bit longer than that. So, although I use a lot of classic colours like golds, blues and reds I also try to contrast them with more controversial ones and see what emerges. I also do not like to use too much grey. I think there is enough of that in our daily lives. I think that every designer’s duty is to be truthful to his or her own vision. Following a trend is lazy and compromises individual talent and is nothing more than playing it safe. You cannot please everyone and what I have found with my colour ranges is that they work for some and not for

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others. I’ve been told a few times that my colours are ‘not English enough’. Indeed, they shouldn’t be because my current collection is inspired by different cultures where colours are more vibrant, more surprising and inspiring. Others love them and are excited about seeing something truly different. People see colour in different ways depending on their geographical locations and cultures. In Africa for example, greens and blues are seen as almost the same colour and in fact, there is also less terminology in local languages to describe these colours. As a contrast there are more oranges and reds in the landscape so people see those colours better and use them more and the vocabularies reflect this. Where we live, especially in the UK, we see colours in hues of blue, almost through a misty grey filter and this is probably why people will always be drawn and feel at home with bluey-grey palettes. I looked at the newest trends in colours for the purpose of writing this article. It looks like there are lots of colours that I have included already in my designs. It only shows that colours come and go, just like trends in fashion. I will continue to choose what I think is right for each design and project and hope there will always be people who can see through my eyes. B

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Interiors has fallen in love with lace. Taking its cue from the catwalk, James Hare’s new Cosmos fabric softly embraces a look of femininity and romanticism. Intricately detailed geometric lace panels are embroidered onto a solid back to present a delicately embellished decorative fabric. As part of the coordinating new Prism Silks collection, Cosmos is available in three subtle shades; Frost, Plover and Slate. T:+ 44 (0)11 3243 1204 | www.james-hare.com

John Boyd Textiles has been weaving horsehair fabric since 1837. It is used mainly for upholstety, wallcoverings, screens, lampshades and covering speakers. This exclusive English fabric is highly regarded for its quality, lustre and natural fire resistance, wear resisitance and acoustic properties. Cuttings of the new contemporary colours are available and can been seen in the Alton Brooks showroom in Chelsea Harbour Design Centre. T: +44 (0)1963 351078 | www.johnboydtextiles.co.uk 72

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DEDAR’s new 2014 fabric collection includes Prince of Wales checks, panama weaves, tweeds, lozenge motifs and grisaille. The classics of men’s tailoring interpreted in furnishing fabrics of richly textural and structured weaves. They also reveal a new outdoor collection where the palette is a celebration of tingling fresh colours such as orange, lemon, forest green and aquamarine. All Dedar fabrics are made from solution-dyed polypropylene and are guaranteed for maximum resistance to light, mildew and weather conditions. They are washable, easy to care for, hardwearing and non-toxic. T: +39 (0)31 228 7511 | www.dedar.com

ROMO’S collaboration with British artist, Jessica Zoob, recreates six of her paintings to form a collection of digitally printed fabrics. Black Edition infuses a rich elegance taking into context Jessica’s imaginative use of line, texture and colour in her emotionally charged, contemporary impressionist paintings. They’re brought to life on pure linen, soft cotton velvet and a wide-width, lightweight linen, capturing the individual brushstrokes and layers of paint that add the depth and intrigue visible in Jessica’s paintings. T: +44 (0)16 2375 6699 | www.romoblack.com

‘A Stiller Life’ is Rubelli’s new fabric collection with a notable oriental influence. Inspired by the artistic concept of the ‘still life’ the Donnafugata fabric showcases an elegant arrangement of foliage, flowers, rocaille elements and leaves delicately traced with viscose thread upon a handwoven silk ground. The pattern of Candalu reproduces a 19th century pointed paper originally designed for a handwoven velvet representing the traditional elements of a chinoiserie with a contemporary twist. T: +39 (0) 41 2584 411 | www.rubelli.com

DESIGN NEWS | bathrooms

BEWITCHING MALACHITE

CHIC & BRIGHT This contemporary bathroom, by John Stefanidis in a chic London home, features striking white marble coupled with chrome encased frosted glass windows to create a bright and unique space. Photograph by Fritz von der Schulenburg/The Interior Archive VOLEVATCH has shown exceptional French craftsmanship for nearly 40 years. Devoted to the Art Deco era, the company has created a 1930’s collection of fixtures, recognisable by its graphic modernity, sleek lines, sweeping curves and perfect geometry. T: +33 (0)1 42 22 42 55 | www.volevatch.fr

SLEEK LALIQUE A dynamic design hybrid, the Profil tap collection blends simplicity with a striking sleek aesthetic to create the ultimate bathroom statement. Crafted with the finest Lalique crystal, the Profil Cross tap is the last word in luxury, available in a variety of finishes, including chrome, bronze and brass. Expertly manufactured by master craftsmen, Profil’s superlative quality is guaranteed to exceed all expectations. T: +44(0) 20 8202 8288 www.bathroomsint.com 74

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THE DEPTH and pigment of colour that varies in Malachite is evident in the bewitching trance of these porcelain tiles from R.I.M Tile Boutique. Exploring the vibrant jewel tones of this precious and enticing stone, a curious amalgam of the classic stone protrudes an ethereal beauty in magnificent proportions. Only 6mm in thickness, this collection permits use in many applications. T: +44(0)20 7376 5820 | www.rimdesign.co.uk

Capturing the chic decadence of 1940’s glamour, the new Hollywood Collection is the latest range of metallics from Decorum Est. Made from white serpentine hard stone with polished German silver, the overlay is cut, shaped and pasted onto a marble substrate. Rich in imagination, romance and extravagance, the Hollywood Collection has been developed using the ancient art technique, Opus Sectile, which gives each tile its texture and pattern. £1,703 per square metre. T: +44(0)20 7731 5556 | www.decorum-est.co.uk

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WATERFRONT Designer Bathrooms collaboration with artist and designer Mark Humphrey, has resulted in the creation of ‘Cleopatra’. Handcrafted from solid teak, the bath features a lavish hammered brass lining and luxurious red agate semi precious stone inlay, it is only appropriate that ‘Cleopatra’ should be named after one of the most beautiful rulers in history. T: +44 (0)15 2752 8789 | www.waterfrontbathrooms.com

DRAMATIC RETRO LOOK

This retro bathroom, by Nicholas Haslam in a central London townhouse, delivers heightened drama with the use of dark marble for the bath and surrounds and verre eglomise on the walls. Photograph by Fritz von der Schulenburg/The Interior Archive

KH Zero 2 is the second bathroom collection by Kelly Hoppen in collaboration with Crosswater. The KH Zero 2 features soft curvaceous lines, which differs from the cubist forms seen in the debut collection. Kelly says: ‘A tap should feel lovely to use. KH Zero 2 is aerodynamic in form and looks beautiful too. The collection is contemporary and inspired by my signature style of clean lines and simplicity.’

STYLE MODERNE is an elegant collection of taps and showers inspired by the Art Deco design era of the 1920’s and 1930’s. The movement itself is typified by influences steeped in Cubism and Futurism, distinguished by straight lines, rectilinear forms and geometric shapes with stepped forms. Samuel Heath has given these fundamentals a contemporary feel. www.samuel-heath.co.uk

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Jacek weaves a striking web

PRESENTING innovative form, engineering and a simple yet striking design, Iconic has launched the Lattice radiator by award winning designer Jacek Ryn. A steel, vertical design, this contemporary statement radiator features an interlaced structure and a three-dimensional pattern arrangement that its name is derived from. The web structure seamlessly weaves bended tubes that allows for this design to translate in to six different sizes to accommodate the heat requirements for different room sizes. The innovative tube bending technique is a unique method that cleverly bends each tube, which essentially allows for designs to be more elaborate and intricate. T: +44 (0)13 4230 5579 | www.iconicradiators.co.uk 76

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Volevatch orfèvre dans l’art du bain

VERSAILLES limited collection chaque robinetterie est conçue comme une œuvre d’art dont la virtuosité n’a d’égale que l’excellence du travail d’orfèvre de nos maîtres artisans d’exception. les cristaux de roche les plus purs sont sertis d’une délicate armature en bronze finement ciselée à la main. Garante d’un authentique savoir faire « made in France » la maison Volevatch livre un vibrant hommage à la quintessence du style et de la sophistication hérités des arts décoratifs du XViiième siècle français.

Each bathroom fitting is created as a work of art whose virtuosity is only paralleled by the excellence of our master artisans’ skilled craftsmanship. The purest of quartz crystals are set into the most delicate and carefully hand-engraved bronze mounts. Maison Volevatch guarantees an authentic know-how and prized “Made in France” label paying tribute to the quintessence of style and sophistication inherited from the 18th century decorative arts in France.

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ON THE LEVEL

Bathroom reflections THIS deceptively large bathroom, achieved by the use of mirrors around the bath, carries the theme of the rest of Gul Coskunâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home by featuring one of his personally sourced original artwork pieces by Hiroshi Sugitomo. Photograph by Simon Upton/The Interior Archive

On The Level Wet room tray systems available with linear drains in any size up to 2.4m square. Birch ply shower bases for the ultimate wet room look made in the UK. T: +44(0)20 3544 4002 | www.ajp-bathrooms.co.uk

THE NEW Privilege range from Fiora is available in an extra flat, flush to floor version, as well as a framed shower tray. New, exclusive finishes can also be adapted to suit irregular architectures and all trays are manufactured with the Nanobath technology, which allows for the rubberised textured shower trays to be fungistatic, bacteriostatic and hydrophobic. T: +34 941 410 00 | www.fiorabath.co.uk

EXEMPLIFYING the natural semblance of Japanese inspired design in contemporary form, the Geo Collection from William Garvey combines organic texture and warmth through its range of luxury wood baths and basins. Handcrafted from laminated teak composite and finished in a specially formulated marine polish, this collection instills antiseptic properties and is highly durable with a stain resistant faĂ§ade. T: +44 (0)14 0484 1430 www.williamgarvey.co.uk 78

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WATERWORKS has opened a new showroom on the King’s Road. The kitchen and bathroom company continues to draw inspiration from the rich history of the European bath combined with American ingenuity and innovation. Reminiscent of the grand hotels of New York and Paris and heritage homes of the late 19th century, an elegancy permeates the collection of classic designs such as the Voltaire bath. The spacious showroom will display a wide selection of exclusive designs. T: +001 800 899 6757 | www.waterworks.com

BIG BATHROOM CURVES The custom-built five-foot oculus window in the bathroom of this bright and airy New York apartment, designed by Anita Sarsidi at Diamond Baratta Design, echoes the curve of the voluminous bath below. Photograph by Simon Upton/The Interior Archive

Relax with Athena Luxury bathroom makers Drummonds, is opening a Kings Road flagship showroom in April. An impressive space has been transformed into a spectacular concept showroom, part of an ongoing collaboration with award-winning designer Christopher Jenner. Jenner describes his design as an “elemental narrative”, showcasing the artisanal heritage at the heart of Drummonds’ bathroom collection. Dramatic and highly architectural, its layered forms also reflect their organic materials, from cast iron to china clay, marble and glass. T: +44 (0)20 7376 4499 | www.drummonds-uk.com 80

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The Athena cast iron bath from Aston Matthews features raised ends making it a particularly comfortable design in which to lie back and relax. The bath is supplied with a high quality white enamel interior and the exterior is primed allowing Athena to be painted to match your décor. T: +44(0) 20 7226 7220 | www.astonmatthews.co.uk

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IN CONVERSATION | Nicholas Haslam

An interior must evolve if it is to be successful In this extract from the design interior book Luxury Minimal Nicholas Haslam talks about his style and colour passions Photographs FRITZ VON DER SCHULENBURG | Text KAREN HOWES / The Interior Archive

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compose an interior like a musical score. It starts on paper and I gradually build up the layers, adding and eliminating as that initial sketch takes shape. Dorothy Draper was among the first women in America to see interior decorating as a commercial profession. I’m mad about her strong style! A room she did at Rockefeller Center in New York was immediately hailed as ‘frozen music’. My first interpretation almost automatically starts with a ‘classic’ plan, and progresses using light and reflection for balance, as only then can one start minimalising. People now are fixated on ‘light’, and want far too much. Rooms should not be glaringly floodlit; they should sparkle with light. Colour is more my thing, and it is influenced both by natural and artificial light, so, by applying paint and pattern in textures and layers, I can create endless different effects and permutations. It is important in any decorative scheme to remember that the eye needs to absorb the atmosphere of a room and to create its own interpretation of the whole. Depending on the project or my mood, I can be influenced by both designers and architects. Yet I consider myself to be neither. Both professions tend to be somewhat bloodless, lacking passion. I am essentially a decorator, a beautifier. I add drama and the unexpected. A decorator’s approach to colour must be self-assured. Whereas confidence is commonplace and often misplaced, assurance is both bold and subtle. Nancy Lancaster was one of the assured combiners of colour. In one house she painted one room pink, the one next to it blue. When complimented on the unlikely combination, she pointed out that it was the colour of the air, where the colours met, that was beautiful.

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Mrs Lancaster also had the one really successful yellow room in England, which, much to her annoyance, I described once as ‘butter yellow’! Yellow isn’t a colour I use much in this country, despite the old nonsense about ‘sunny’; the reflection of so much natural green and grey outside works against it. My favourite colour, one which I use over and over again, I call ‘ashes of lilac’. It’s a kind of grey violet tinged with a sable brown. It’s the colour of shadows in old French floral chintzes. I love greys and browns and dull mauves, ‘grauve’ in my mind. They work for both Neoclassical and Minimal projects. While some may raise an eyebrow at the mere suggestion of my being considered a Minimalist, designers haven’t ever learned Maximalism. My work hasn’t become stuck in a rut; never a recipe. It’s important for designers often to critique their output, change their style, their aims, even in my case their appearance. Besides, Minimalism is essentially a case of elimination, of pairing away. It is static as opposed to fluid, and creates a void in which the decorator has to create an atmosphere. If one gets it right the barrenness will be eliminated. I do not set out to achieve a restrained grandeur in my decoration, but an interior must evolve if it is to be successful, until a certain point is reached at which it is obvious that a degree of restraint needs to be reintroduced. It can be as simple as walking into a room and recognising that a certain piece of furniture or an object needs to be removed, or, conversely, that a shape or a piece is missing from a composition. Paradoxically, some of the most elaborate rooms in the past have a Minimal quality about them, and I suspect that is what this book sets out to prove. For example, Empress Maria Theresa enlarged the royal castle in Prague in the 18th century in the most ►

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‘Some may raise on eyebrow at the mere suggestion of my being a minimalist’ sumptuous Baroque style, yet every inch of the room was decorated entirely in white. Marie Antoinette’s dairy at Rambouillet had a simple five-footed white marble table in a white room before a rock-wild grotto, and much of the Louis XVI furniture and decoration is as pared down as contemporary stuff. Just look at it without a jaundiced eye. One of my recent interiors in London (shown in the pictures on these pages) was commissioned by the client under the sobriquet of ‘Minimalist Baroque’: plain and pared down, but with a twist of Haslam exuberance! The project had a Minimalist beginning: it was a complete gut job. A classic four-bedroom townhouse was reconfigured, luxuriantly, as the echt one-bedroom city pied-aterre. I interpreted the unusual pairing of styles by exaggerating the scale of the decoration: from elaborate, ornamental plasterwork around the doorways, which is pure homage to Draper, to wide stripes of marble in black and white on the floor of the entrance hall. ► 86

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Schinkel was a fabulous architect in Neoclassical Berlin and it is a constant point of reference. Frances Adler Elkins was an American designer celebrated in the 1930’s for her unorthodox approach to interior design. She integrated different styles and periods in a manner that had not been attempted before, juxtaposing Classical with sleekly modern decorating techniques; she used a shimmering colour palette, particularly blues, taupes and pinkish whites. It must have been much easier to create breathtaking interiors, say, a hundred years ago. People understood that quality took time. Now, they want everything yesterday. Marie Antoinette was happy to wait a decade for her furniture. Well, I presume she was happy! Perhaps she was endlessly sending chivvying letters. I was once offered the chance to create an ephemeral interior. Where things do not have to be decorated to last, it can feel extraordinarily liberating and I can experiment with different materials. We covered the floors in lengths of painted canvas, for example: temporary, yes, but imaginative… and also Minimal! I love it when a design comes together quickly. A project can lose its impetus. Artists have influences, and continue to influence, the references we use to design and decorate our homes, as well as ways in which we combine colour, texture and pattern. The walls of my office are covered in mood boards pinned with an ever-changing collection of sources of inspiration and ideas to interpret. Decoration today is still about bravery; the courage not to copy either yourself or Luxury Minimal with photographs by others, but to take elements to Fritz von der Schulenburg and text by mix them up and create Karen Howes is published something new.’ B by Thames & Hudson

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The elegant style of Sandra Nunnerley New Zealand born Sandra Nunnerley is one of the world’s most fashionable interior designers. She has featured in Architectural Digest’s list of the 100 most influential designers and has worked on prestigious residential interior design commissions ranging from urban apartments and town houses to tropical getaways, country homes and estates for more than 20 years. Now in her new book, simply titled Interiors, she gives us her design vision. Lavishly illustrated, this sumptuous book chronicles her exquisite projects and beautiful interiors – including her own New York apartment. She shares how her globe spanning travels have influenced her work and thoughts on design, suggesting how we might also look at the world around us to arrive at our own design approach. The book is thematically organised in chapters representing qualities such as Subtlety, Individuality, Refinement and Glamour. Projects that she features include a glamorous duplex that once belonged to Hollywood producer Jack Warner in the Sherry-Netherland Hotel. In her chapter on Elegance shown on these pages Sandra talks about the design legacy that was left by the likes of such legendary figures as Nancy Lancaster and Coco Chanel, and the effect that fashion designers such as Christian Dior and the legendary American designer Charles James, have had on her work. “I’m always looking at fashion, although its influence on my work is not necessarily direct. It’s more subliminal. It may be a mood or sometimes a colour that morphs from the runway into a room. “If you think about it, an interior designer’s work is like haute couture for the home. “We design and make all our curtains specifically for each room and use dressmaker details such as hand-stitched pleats and tucks. Every fabric has its own particular weight and texture, and that will determine how it folds and falls – the drape in other words. And, of course, with curtains just as with a dress, it’s all in the drape,” she says. On elegance she states: “I think true elegance is about being comfortable with yourself and gracious towards others. And that applies to the rooms I design as well. They’re not fussy or formal. Although all the details have been carefully thought through, the look is still relaxed. For me, it all stems from comfort – the key ingredient to an interior with true, timeless elegance.” B

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Above: The wallpaper here is an elegant touch and it turns the room into a walled garden. All the panels were configured to fit the walls and then hand painted Left: Pages from the book Sandra Nunnerley Interiors published by Powerhouse Books

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DESIGN RESOURCES | furniture

The home of the furniture greats Heath Combs visits a remarkable library which holds the largest collection of furniture design books in the US

comprehensive history of furniture and design can be found at the Bienenstock Furniture Library on Main Street in High Point. Comprised of the largest collection of furniture design books in the United States, a new generation of library devotees is making sure its founder’s vision of a furniture research and design centre stays fresh in the 21st century. Its creator, Sandy Bienenstock spent five decades, starting in 1922, travelling the world collecting furniture design books as publisher and owner of Furniture World magazine. Recognised as an expert in style-spotting and production, he wrote several books on furnishings and became a member of the prestigious American Furniture Hall of Fame. His library opened in 1970 and it retains a vital role in the heart of North Carolina’s furniture country by offering inspiration to furniture and interior designers. It offers a gathering place for industry insiders to assemble year-round to confer about the trade and seek out the roots of the newest design trends. Located in the furniture capital of the U.S. in an historic stone building near High Point’s high-end showroom district, the main attraction is Bienenstock’s collection, comprising the pioneering work of design through accessible, rare, out-of-print or one-of-a kind books. The rare book collection contains volumes published since 1640. With the exception of Yale, it is the only library in America that houses the original works of 18th century furniture masters Chippendale, Sheraton and Hepplewhite, as well as a complete set of Diderot’s Encyclopedia—26 volumes published in the 18th century. Unlike Yale, Bienenstock Furniture Library is open to the public. A special climate and humidity controlled room houses these extraordinary volumes. An appointment with the curator is required to examine the most rare books, and you must wear white gloves, but they are available for all to view. The library also contains uncommon drawings and large format books with exquisite renderings. It is a treasure trove of inspiration for anyone interested in design. In addition to rare books, the library includes a vast array of periodicals going back more than 100 years. The advertisements in a turn of the century House Beautiful tell the furniture story from an end-consumer’s perspective. The archives of Bienenstock’s publication Furniture World, now in its 143rd year, tell the furniture story from the point of view of the trade. Supporters of the library have enhanced its national profile ►

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The Bienenstock Furniture Library is based in a 1923 renovated mansion in High Point

listed as the Grayson House on the National Register of Historic Places

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18th century upholstery shop etching from Diderot’s Encyclopedia

among industry design aficionados in recent years. The library building itself is a renovated mansion that was built in 1923 and listed as the Grayson House on the National Register of Historic Places. Efforts are nearly complete to transform the facility into a state-of-the-art community space for design, research and collaboration. The Vuncannon meeting space is available for classes and seats up to 35 comfortably. The facility includes a small catering kitchen with sink, microwave and mini refrigerator for light food preparation. Interiors have been renovated with classic architectural fixtures for modern beauty and function. Leading furniture manufacturers have donated fine art and iconic furniture pieces. A colossal Plexiglas reproduction of an 18th century upholstery shop found in Diderot’s Encyclopedia looks out over the collection that was recently catalogued to Library of Congress classification and is fully searchable online. A walk outdoors at the library proves just as inspirational as its shelves with the newly installed Pat Plaxico Gardens. The gardens demonstrate the related importance of exterior architecture and landscape design by offering a serene space with art, sculpture and an arboretum honouring Pat, a nationally recognised interior designer and longtime library board member. Outreach is also a major part of the library’s mission. The library offers two $10,000 awards annually to interior design and furniture design students nationwide who compete in and win project design contests (in collaboration with A.S.I.D. and A.S.F.D.). The library has awarded more than $375,000 in scholarships since 1984, and plans to add an additional scholarship in garden and landscape design in 2015. B

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IS IT AN ICONIC DIVA? Why is there such fascination with the classic Barcelona chair asks Rosa Otero

s there any other 20th-century chair that is as iconic as the Barcelona? Designed in 1928 by German architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and interior designer Lilly Reich, little did they know that by 2014, this chair would have been showcased in so many movies and television shows. This chair has appeared in the popular teen show iCarly and in movies such as American Psycho (2000), Casino Royale (2006), Twilight (2008), and Iron Man 2 (2010). I am convinced that this sleek and luxurious chair is a testament to the timelessness of superior design in mass production. The Barcelona is universally recognised as a design classic by individuals of all ages and cultures. So, why is there this fascination with a chair that was designed for the German Pavilion at the Barcelona International Exhibition for the King and Queen of Spain almost 85 years ago? More than a symbol of good design, I believe, this chair is also associated with power and social status. Corporations again and again have displayed a couple of Barcelona chairs in their lobbies and reception areas to showcase their wealth and stability. The design of this chair is said to be derived from the architect’s interpretation of an Egyptian royal folding chair and a Roman folding footstool. Both the Egyptian and Roman civilisations were powerful empires in history, and any association with them carries connotations of similar power and status. As with most celebrities or, more specifically, divas, there are some people who have not fallen under the spell of this iconic chair. Although it quickly achieved celebrity status because of its regal origin and stylistic silhouette, many argue that this chair and its design disregard the basic requirements—such as

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ergonomics and comfort—of the people who use the chair. Because of this, not everyone can love this chair. The unaired pilot of the Cartoon Network’s Regular Show illustrates this point. In this episode, the chair is ridiculed as the ‘world’s most uncomfortable chair,’ even though the show’s characters think that it looks ‘awesome.’ Another problematic issue is the chair’s expense. Although it was intended for mass production, it is not accessible to the masses. Between the materials and the labour, the chair costs too much to produce and can run anywhere from hundreds of dollars for a high quality replica to almost ten thousand dollars for a licensed reproduction. Despite differences in opinion with regard to the value and comfort of this chair, the Barcelona, curiously, a chair inspired by the chairs of antiquity, has come to represent 20th-century design and perhaps the whole modern movement. Have you ever had the pleasure, or perhaps misfortune, of sitting in the Barcelona? If so, I invite you to share your views. If not, I invite you to visit The SIDE Chair Library at Salem College and experience it for yourself! B

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Phillip Silver San Francisco designer creates timeless elegance in a Sydney pied-Ă -terre

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ecognised for his interior and furniture designs, Phillip Silver’s style is unmistakable. Demanding standards for quality and detail are stamped on all of his projects. With a career spanning over thirty years, Phillip’s portfolio includes residential and commercial projects as well as furniture design. A partner in the firm Bigelow + Silver, he deftly melds Western and Eastern aesthetics. Phillip explains, “In all my work I try to achieve a sense of timelessness.” San Francisco-based interior designer Phillip created this elegant Sydney pied-à-terre for a South African couple. The apartment is located in an historic Gothic Revival mansion and Phillip’s intention was to capture the modern magical light of Sydney. Situated in Double Bay, the restored sandstone manor features a modern waterfront addition making the marina view the focal point of his design. Selecting a neutral palette of dark woods and light textiles, he combined custom furnishings with classic contemporary pieces. In the living room, Thomas Pheasant’s Constellation Mirror hangs above an ivory upholstered sofa; juxtaposed against this, Phillip placed a sleek black lacquer cocktail table accented by white coral. On an adjacent acrylic console a terracotta rider on a horse from the Han Dynasty surveys the room. A little closer to home, Phillip participated in the prestigious San Francisco Fall Antiques Show, a yearly event held at Fort Mason on

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San Francisco Bay which brings together premier antique dealers from around the world. The designer fashioned an intimate salon for the display of Georg Jensen designs at Gallery 925. To showcase the silver holloware, flatware, and jewellery, he utilised warm colors; at the back of the display, Phillip paired a French art deco walnut burl veneered sideboard with an abstract painting by American artist Michael Corinne West. Echoing the orange in the art, a persimmon coloured rug grounded the booth. Centered on the carpet, the designer flanked an English Art Deco waterfall desk with a pair of Jules Leleu styled chairs from Epoca. As with all of Phillipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work, the vignette was timeless. B

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Marc-Michaels A contemporary home with ‘barefoot elegance’ in Boca Raton Text KELLY WENHAM | Photographs BRANTLEY PHOTOGRAPHY Architects: AFFINITI ARCHITECTS | Builders: MARK TIMOTHY, Inc LUXURY HOMES

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escribed as ‘barefoot elegance with an organic feel’, this new build in Boca Raton emits a tranquil and elegant ambiance inviting you to sit and relax awhile. Further enhancing their reputation as one of the ‘Top 100 Interior Design Firms in the World’, Marc-Michaels has created this stunning, fresh and contemporary living space on Spanish River Road, Boca Raton. The property, built by Mark Timothy, Inc. Luxury Homes with architecture by Affiniti Architects, was finished with the Marc-Michaels stamp of decadent design. For over 26 years, Marc-Michaels Interior Design Inc. has been tailoring properties to suit their owners. Focusing on interior detailing with strong finishes and hand-picked furnishings, the Marc-Michaels team has made each home a reflection of the passions of the families living there. This new build in Florida was a blank canvas and principal of Marc-Michaels, Marc Thee, was heavily involved in the design process from the ground up. The design team backing him were Jeff Strasser, Courtney Jacobus and design assistant, Allison George with interior detailing by Rachel Jones and Kathryn Dunagan. The richly varnished wooden ceiling flowing from the entryway through the great room and into the covered loggia at the back of the property creates a feel of exotic Bali that seamlessly links the interior and outside living spaces. ► Bridge for Design Spring 2014

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A restful feeling of space is evident throughout the property with the use of floor to ceiling windows and open plan rooms; the master bathroom flows directly from the master bedroom, a frosted glass divider all that separates the dressing room from the bath. The colour palette and materials used in each room contribute to the tranquil feeling in this waterside home. Inspired by the Floridian sunset and ocean, the base neutrals are given a pop of colour with turquoise and orange. The simple lines of the bamboo units in the bathroom are elegant and soothing creating a perfect space to unwind. Stacked stone columns in the foyer are lit from above and below to showcase the texture of the natural material. The same vibrant wood of the ceilings has been used for the deck surrounding the resort-style swimming pool with accompanying firepit and plush loungers, to further join the inside and exterior areas. Marc-Michaels’ philosophy of ‘the difference is in the details’ is certainly evident in this new addition to their interior detailing portfolio, achieving a naturally elegant whole. B

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he latest project of London-based interiors firm Louis Henri is a breathtaking apartment located in one of Paris’ most desirable neighbourhoods. Located on the fashionable Avenue Montaigne, this generously proportioned lateral apartment has been extensively remodeled to exacting standards. The private client is an international, multi-generational family who wanted a home away from home, a sanctuary within the City of Lights. They requested a glamorous interior that drew inspiration from traditional French style, but melded with modern elegance and high-tech performance and security. It was of particular importance for the family to have separate, defined entertaining areas and personal spaces. The four generous reception rooms now serve the former purpose, while the four ensuite bedrooms are the epitome of comfort and relaxation. The clients asked that the focus of the project be to create a completely bespoke and unique interior, which was reflected in the project cost. Rather than being constrained by timelines and budgets, the team at Louis Henri was given free reign to use the best possible materials and craftsmen to create this high-spec home. ‘We wanted something that felt location-specific,’ Louis Henri Buhrmann says. ‘The clients are international business people who ¨ love Paris and do business in France’ ►

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‘I did about 170 trips to Paris, staying in a different hotel almost every time. If you want a Moroccan look, you can’t just look in a book – you have to go to Morocco to live it.’ Louis started from scratch with this project, changing virtually every room in the apartment to create a fresh layout which feels both spacious and intimate. The space was stripped back to the bones before being rebuilt using the finest finishes. The completed space is an inspiring blend of traditional French elegance and contemporary style. The vast amount of marble in the scheme is entirely handpolished, with some bathrooms taking over two months to install due to the exquisite detail. The guest cloakroom even features a solid, aluminium-framed marble door that blends seamlessly with the wall. ‘The execution from the marble workers was more than I could have dreamed of,’ says Louis. ‘It took them about four months to install all the marble. Styling the space took just as much attention and time. The breakfast nook features hand-painted silk walling, while the adjoining corridor boasts a deep-etched, LED-lit glass wall which brings light into the kitchen. Nearly everything in this apartment has been custom designed to suit the environment. Louis’ brother, a master cabinetmaker, crafted the key pieces of furniture in South Africa, including the three-tiered walnut bookcase in the sitting room, which is inlayed with églomisé and finished with solid walnut detailing. ‘The largest part of the project was finding the right people to do the work,’ he says. ‘Those who did the woodwork were fourthgeneration carpenters. We used workshops in St Germain that have been there since Napoleon’s time.’ The bespoke lighting, which features in the principal rooms of the apartment, was also designed in-house, and created using the combined skills of artisans from Murano, London, Paris and the United States. The sitting room chandelier alone has nearly 200 components, each meticulously created to achieve a singular statement which complements the sweeping curves in the room. Even the door handles were designed by Louis Henri, developed from a sketch and brought to life over the course of eight months by a foundry in New York. ‘Everything we found was either very classic or too Deco – nothing was quite the look we were going for’, explains Louis. With so many family members to design for, one of Louis’ more difficult tasks was the blending of individual styles, and the seamless integration of classic French ambiance with 21st Century comfort while maintaining a cohesive style. Especially challenging was incorporating high-end technology throughout the space. The apartment features an intuitive, custom developed programme for controlling every aspect of the environment; climate, audio, lighting and security are controlled via iPods that dock discreetly behind every door. Nowhere is the juxtaposition of new and old more apparent than in the media room, which at first glance could be a formal French library. Hidden behind its silk-covered walls are top-end speakers, and the wall of faux books, constructed of leather by a traditional ► 114

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British company, conceals a myriad of home cinema equipment. A particularly successful bespoke detail is the stained-glass window in the entrance hall, which acts as both a focal point and a room divider, separating the public and private areas of the apartment. In a second home, it’s not always practical to have fresh flowers every day, but Louis Henri wanted visitors to the apartment to be greeted by colour and life. He envisioned a design that would create a statement in the entrance hall any day of the year, as the first thing one sees when entering the home. In addition to the visual impact it creates, the glass wall serves a functional purpose by carving out an extra eating space from the large hallway, achieving space and privacy without sacrificing the amount of light in the entry. The production of this centerpiece was a feat of logistics in itself, combining the efforts of skilled tradespeople in three different continents. In a project like this, nothing was left to chance. ‘We very much control everything,’ says Louis. ‘I have more than a dozen files just of details, specs and samples. It was all very much tried and tested beforehand. We’ll make mock-ups and 3D models of things. You can’t order a £20k chandelier and find it doesn’t look right. It needs to be perfect.’ ‘I love detail,’ says Henri. ‘The life is in the detail.’ ‘Having worked with so many dedicated craftsmen on this project, I’m more certain than ever that quality will never go out of style.’ B

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he Venetians gave Spetses its name, pronouncing this small isle off the Peloponnese the ‘Island of Aromas’, on account of its many flowers. It is the natural beauty of the place, and its close proximity to the main-land, that make Spetses – which you can cycle around in just half a day – so popular with Athenians, who own many of the summer houses here. Cars, apart from occasional taxis, are banned, the pace of life is slow and the views are mesmerising. No wonder, then, that plots of land for building new houses rarely come up for sale and that when they do, they are subject to tight planning restrictions. Designer John Stefanidis was already working with a Greek Cypriot family on their house in London when they told him that they had bought a scenic plot on Spetses, just outside the main town, and that they would like him to design a house on the site. ‘I’ve always admired John’s work,’ says the owner. ‘The great thing about him is that he understands his clients very quickly. So when we got the land, we told him straight away and the two projects in London and Spetses overlapped.’ Egyptian-born John Stefanidis knows Greece well and is steeped in Greek culture. Since 1967 he has had a house on the island of Patmos, where he spends part of the summer, and where he first started working on residential projects before basing his office in London in the late Sixties. Yet Spetses – one of the Saronic islands and cradle of the Greek struggle for independence in the 1820s – was not a region he knew well until he began working there. ‘On Spetses, it’s very much an island way of life,’ says John. ‘There are restrictions on how you can build and we had to design the architecture of the house – which we conceived from scratch – in ► The key living spaces in the house are at ground level with some bedrooms in a lower-ground floor. Blue and white are the key colours throughout.

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INSPIRED BY | John Stefanidis a traditional Spetses style, with a tiled roof, using materials such as plaster and stone. The question for me was how to work within these constraints: this house is not a reproduction but an invention within that vernacular. I shunned the idea of doing the interiors in a neoclassical style that is common to the islands. Instead we decided on clean lines and some tongue-in-cheek elements.’ The site, on a hillside, has lovely views of the sea and the small islet of Spetsopoula; a large olive grove flanks it to one side. The owners were anxious to preserve as many of the trees as possible, as well as planting new ones. In response to their concern that the house should look harmonious in the landscape, John designed a building that nestles right into the slopes. He also separated the pool and guest houses from the main house, partly to lessen the visual impact of the new structures. ‘One of the first things we said to John was that we wanted a central courtyard. We had never built a house before, and we were concerned that often architects design fantastic houses in which you don’t know where to put the furniture or how to use the space. The benefit of using an architect who is also an interior designer is that John designed the house from the inside out, which is why it works so well. From the start, we knew where every piece of furniture would go.’ The building is laid out around the central courtyard, from which two elegant corridors on either side lead to a main bedroom suite on one side, and a large inter-connecting drawing room and library on the other. Both rooms open onto terraces with dramatic views of the sea. The many terraces round the house have been given as much thought as the interiors – for much of the year, the family lives almost entirely outdoors. Another sequence of terraces has been created for dining, and the breakfast room and kitchen are situated nearby, on the landward side of the house and the entrance. Mostly we used white walls, but also blue, which is traditional, too. In addition there’s ochre, olive and terracotta, and the odd frivolity like a shade of pink. It’s a sensual house, full of light, colour and many different textures, which are very important.’ John has also designed all of the furniture for the house, indoors and out, which creates a sense of coherence. ‘The great thing about John’s work is that everything fits together without being bland,’ says the owner. ‘Other people might not have been bold enough to put together such fabrics or colours. For me, John’s talent lies in his ability to put together colours and fabrics in a unique way that I would never have dared do on my own. He has helped us to be more adventurous.’ B

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efore you decide to decorate a house, a word of advice: take a good, long look in the mirror. Liz Weinstien did, and wasn’t pleased by what she saw. “I didn’t like it,” she said,“but Miles convinced me to go with it, and as usual, he was right.” A word of explanation. She wasn’t scrutinising her own reflection. Rather, she was looking at a towering wall of smoky, antiqued-mirror panels that presided over the west side of the living room of the Manhattan townhouse she and her husband, Steve, had purchased. At first, and even second, glance, the panels seemed like an eyesore – a sad yet sweet remnant of the way people used to live and decorate, joining such erstwhile luxuries as the butler’s pantry and formal dining rooms on the list of what people would just as soon do without today. But Miles Redd, the young designer whom she charged with redoing the place, looked at the expanses of silvery, obsolescent iridescence and saw two things. First, as décor’s boy wonder is wont to do, he saw himself, and second, he saw his client. “They’re one of my favourite things about the house,” he says of the panels. They ended up keeping the mirrors, channelling their old-school Hollywood glamour for the rest of the house, nimbly demonstrating Miles’ central design philosophy: don’t throw the baby out with the bathwater. All too often, people come to a renovation with the words ‘gut job’ fixed in their minds – not only can you start fresh, but you can also get exactly what you want. In theory, that is. But Weinstein likes to embrace the past – this is a woman who, the last time she went apartment shopping, ended up buying the very same Upper East Side apartment she had grown up in. But as her family expanded to include three sons, it became clear that an upgrade was in order. ►

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The couple opted for a quirky townhouse complete with elevator, solarium, and formal dining room, the grand residence of an older couple with no children. On the advice of a friend, Weinstein went to see Miles at his NoHo townhouse. “As soon as I met Miles, I loved him,” she says. “He’s so personable, and I knew instantly that we have virtually the same aesthetic. I love painted wood floors; he had painted wood floors. I love animal prints and pony-skin and chinoiserie; he had it all.” But as much as Weinstein wanted a house with character, she didn’t want a traditional interior. “I don’t believe in saving rooms for special occasions,” she says. For Miles, the trick was reworking the old fashioned way the house had functioned for its previous owners while keeping its great bones. For example, the garden level was completely rethought: the formal dining room, with its ruched-fabric ceiling, and the industrial catering kitchen both got the heave-ho; in their stead is a mudroom for coats and bikes, a breakfast nook with a rich leather banquette, a warm, kid friendly kitchen and a dual family/dining room painted a deep red that’s both elegant and relaxed. The upstairs rooms were likewise done up in old-world fabrics and finishes that convey both glamour and fun, including Steve’s ► TOP: The custom-made Venetian-style sofa is upholstered in Lyons silk velvet by Decorators Walk; the cocktail table is by Matthews & Parker. BOTTOM: Georgian giltwood mirror and a pair of horns, both from John Russell International; the 19th-century Minton garden seat is from Niall Smith Antiques.

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modern chocolate-brown study and the charmingly tented solarium off the master bedroom. “A lot of the bolder things I wasn’t sure about,” Weinstein admits. “But I trust Miles. And at the end of the day, he’s always right.” Miles considers the place one of his most gratifying projects, because Weinstein let him spread his wings with a freedom that few clients grant – or ultimately appreciate. That freedom is most gloriously demonstrated in the house’s main floor, a 60-foot long stretch. “You usually don’t get that kind of loft like space in a townhouse,” Miles says. He started with a bright red oriental carpet and then went on a colour spree, mixing other reds with greens, including a striking viridian velvet sofa and, a holdover from the last owners and Steve’s only request, a huge pool table. “The pool table wasn’t my first choice,” she says. “I wanted a big library table, but Steve really stayed out of my hair during this, and Miles said, ‘Let’s give it to him.’ And it’s fun. Steve will have a stressful day and he can come home and shoot a few balls. That’s why we use the living room, because it’s there.” The result, pool table and all, is a remarkable synthesis of old and new, grand and casual. It’s certainly not futuristic. But it works very well in the present, and that’s the only tense worth living in. B

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As an antique dealer and an avid collector of post-war contemporary art, I have been privileged to travel far and wide in my pursuits. With this came the opportunity to meet a great many wonderful fellow dealers and collectors and often to visit their amazing homes, which was a revelation for me – to see how such people lived and, in particular to witness how they lived with their things. I observed a common characteristic running through each of these individuals: they were skilled editors, certainly, and they gathered effortlessly around them the extravagant and the simple in such a relaxed and unfussy manner that art, furnishings and objects appeared to be arranged in almost naïve combinations. These dealers were not in search of perfection or elegance, but rather they sought the serenity of a simple, pared down composition. Inside their homes, I found there was a great deal for me to learn, for these dealers and collectors, who had been immersed in history and culture virtually their entire lives, manifested a very different view to the placement and juxtaposition of objects and possessions that I had found in America. My immediate thought was how I could capture a little of this interpretation and implement it back in Los Angeles. How could I learn to emulate this European style of design? I began to realise that for me the terms ‘design’ and ‘decoration’ were almost inappropriate, since what I was seeking was a philosophical zone of spirituality and expertise. This did not mean that I eschewed beautiful things, precious things, expensive things; on the contrary, I loved them all, if, and only if, they both belied and ► TOP LEFT: A view of the large library-like master bedroom, which has several seating areas and houses a large portion of Shapiro’s collection of reference books MIDDLE LEFT: Richard Shapiro perched on a 16th-century French Henri II banquette below a 1962 Gunter Uecker nail piece. LEFT AND ABOVE: In a corner of the living room an early 18th-century French cabinet is hung with one of Henri Michaux’s “Mescaline” ink drawings. Tables in front of the Studiolo white linen sofa are made of Japanese roots acquired from Axel Vervoordt. Over the sofa hangs a 1953 Herbert Zangs tissue collage painting.

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reinforced a point of view and the core philosophy of the owner and could blend intelligently with more humble objects. I realised that I needed to put aside any concern for the judgement of others, that I should be spontaneous, open-minded and embrace a spirit of adventure. Once these principles were in place, a tremendous sense of liberation came over me. Of course, I was determined to avoid another horrible faux Tuscan monstrosity so common in Los Angeles. I wanted an authentic, European and, in my case, Italian environment, one so convincing that any sophisticated European visiting from abroad would forget instantly, as he passed through my gate and into the entrance hall of my home, that he was in Los Angeles. I had already amassed an exemplary collection of post-war art, which included great examples of such luminaries as Judd, Rauschenberg, Twombly, Lewitt, Richter, Manzoni, Fontana and Warhol. I had seen many similarly wonderful collections on my travels and was most impressed when they were displayed in ancient, somewhat shabby villas, played off against frescos, splintered beams and worn stone floors. I am always perplexed by discerning Americans who, after travelling extensively to Italy and France, return home ►

THIS PAGE: In the entry foyer a first century Roman torso of an Amazon is in striking contrast to Ellsworth Kelly’s monumental black wedge painting hung above the staircase. TOP RIGHT: The dining room/gallery features a 192 Element installation “The Surrogates” by Allan McCollum. MIDDLE: The mahogany-panelled master bathroom features a reclaimed 19th-century French copper and zinc bathtub. BOTTOM RIGHT: The interior of the Palladian portico is furnished with casual bamboo seating and a well-used antique stone fireplace found in a garage in Antwerp.

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determined to build a property identical to the one which they had admired abroad, yet do not follow up this decision with any analytical study. Instead they hire an architect who lacks the necessary understanding of art and authentic classical reproduction to enable him to copy faithfully from the original. By Los Angeles standards, I was fortunate to have found a fairly good Spanish-Moorish styled home, which I felt in the right hands could assume the aura that had so beguiled me in Europe. I read, studied and schooled myself in the art of creating an “old/ new” house or a “new/old” house, in the belief that copying an existing property was the key. My secret was never to go too far nor to embark on a process or technique which, after analysis, could not duplicate exactly the wear, patina and antiquity of the “real thing”. In addition, it was equally important that the exterior of my “villa” possessed no characteristic that would give it away as a Californian imposter. The property is encircled by 25-foot hedges and huge stands of bamboo, its exterior walls are encrusted with overgrown vines and the once salmon-coloured awnings are black from years of dirty rainwater. However, once inside, the visitor has no inkling that the house is not located in Sicily, Seville or Rome. The brackish stone pool in the garden, anchored at one end by an absolutely faithful reproduction of a Palladian portico, suitably eroded, patinated and weatherbeaten by a skilled Hollywood set designer, further reinforces the illusion. Clearly a folly, I like to tell my more gullible friends that it is the only surviving Roman ruin in the United States! The extensive boxwood garden was inspired by the Chateau de Marqueyssac in south-west France. ► TOP LEFT: On a George III giltwood console is displayed a collection of antique heads ranging from the Hellenistic period through to the 19th-century. BOTTOM: The bed was fashioned from 18th-century Indian textiles found by Shapiro on a trip to Jaipur.

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The garden pavilion is based on the 16th-century Palladian portico of the Villa Chiericati in Vancimuglio.

Over a period of ten years, I replaced an unremarkable and anaemic lawn and a multitude of plants with 1,000 mature boxwood plants, which were placed randomly and then clipped and carved by me into a maze of surreal cloud-like shapes. For me the garden now represents a vast canvas, where the possible strokes are infinite and only limited by one’s imagination. In the creation of my home I have learned to be dogged in the pursuit of what I want. For me, the results are stunning and rewarding; the rooms and garden personal, unique and idiosyncratic and speak volumes about the war of details I became embroiled in – a war that has been life-changing.’ B

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t school Michael Reeves told his career adviser that he wanted to be a fashion designer and years later he did just that spending 20 successful years in the business. His move into interior design came about when a young couple who had bought his London apartment and loved his style asked him to redesign their new home and this led to further commissions: an appartment by John Pawson and projects in New York and Connecticut. It wasn’t long before Michael set up in New York and with his talent quickly being recognised, his work frequently graced the pages of the glossy magazines. Michael returned to London in 1995 and opened up a modest shop in Brompton Cross where he sold an amalgamation of furniture, objects and art from new pieces to antiquities. “I bought at auction and re-styled furniture to put my own stamp on it. In 1998 I designed my first range of furniture, both upholstered pieces and case goods. This collection was launched in the Joseph flagship store on the Fulham Road, displayed with mannequins wearing Prada. From there I moved into much larger premises to accommodate the furniture.” This proved to be an exciting year as he also went on to win the highly coveted Andrew Martin International Interior Designer of the year award. There are so many projects Michael is proud of and four years ago, he undertook a refurbishment on a property he had bought for himself. Based in a purpose built apartment building on the banks of the Thames, it features beautiful uninterrupted views towards Chelsea. The project took just six weeks to complete. “I usually get a feeling of the completed refurbishment at the first viewing of a property. Design always begins with any changes to ► LEFT: ‘Madison’ one-and-a-half seat sofa and ‘Metropolitan’ daybed from Michael Reeves, upholstered in De le Cuona linen. Black velvet frogged pillows and white crocodile leather pillow from Ralph Lauren Home. Flowers throughout by John Carter Flowers. Large painting by Diane Carl. All accessories from Michael Reeves. TOP: Crocodile effect gesso screen from Michael Reeves. Bedhead custom ordered from Michael Reeves in Abbott & Boyd stretch fabric. Chocolate cashmere throw Ralph Lauren Home. White cotton matelassé bedcover, Zara Home. Wenge Columbus nightstand from Michael Reeves Antique Burmese Buddha. Bridge for Design Spring 2014

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the location and function of the rooms, walls that need to be removed or built. The flow of traffic through the space is the most important aspect to me. The secondary aspects of colour, furniture layouts, lighting etc, follow quickly after with accessories, rugs and cushions as later additions.” “I did the work so quickly as I had a clear vision of what I wanted. I gathered together all the chosen component parts and juxtaposed them within the space. I often arrange furniture and rugs on the diagonal and this became the best solution. Diagonal lines in boringly square rooms really enliven the space.” “Because the apartment faces South West, it is extremely bright. I wanted a dark colour to counteract the glare from the afternoon sun, so most of the walls and ceilings are in a dark taupe colour. After many samples, the colour I finally chose was actually the colour of the Thames on a cloudy day, however, this was not a conscious decision!” “For continuity I used flat emulsion paint. I installed wooden floors in the main living areas, with a taupe/grey wash finish. I wanted to get the background to be unobtrusive so that the art and furniture took centre stage. The existing upholstered furniture I already had from ► TOP: Urn shaped solid wood table lamp from Julie Prisca, Paris. Ribbed ‘onion’ vase from Faiiencerie de Charolles, France. LEFT: Antique lacquered chinoiserie table, Christies. RIGHT: Bronze sculpture and armoire, both Talisman. Perspex plinth. Paint from Dulux.

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my own range, was slip-covered for the summer in oyster or natural coloured heavy linen and the heavily textured area rug is suede strips. I used the silver table and tabouret stools to reflect light.” “The seating in the main living area are my Madison 1 1/2 seat sofas and a daybed, all slip-covered for the summer. In the bedroom the screen was from my showroom along with the bed-head and nightstands.” “All the windows have a river view and that is the focus; to the outside. Window treatments are kept to a minimum of semi-sheer curtains and Holland roller blinds. “The main focal pieces are a huge abstract painting by the American artist Diane Carl and an abstract painted six-fold Chinese screen I found in a showroom in Miami. Both add drama to the space and because they are both predominately black, they make the walls appear lighter in colour.” “On a daily basis, I love the tranquil, calming effect the apartment gives me. Friends and visitors are all affected in the same way. I use the daybed with the reading light almost daily. It’s a great, comfortable spot to read a magazine with a G & T in the evening. I also like to cook a lot and the simple kitchen works amazingly well.” Whilst Michael’s designs are instantly recognisable from his debut furniture range, he doesn’t consider himself to have a signature style, instead he designs in a style that befits each property and chooses furniture from other designers for projects too. His influences are vastly panoptic with a nod to travel and he believes rules are there to be broken. “However, there are some ► TOP: ‘Madison’ one-and-a-half seat sofa, upholstered in De le Cuona linen. Ribbed ‘onion’ vase from Faiiencerie de Charolles, France. LEFT: Shower with Hansgrohe fittings from C.P. Hart BOTTOM: Dining chairs, Phillipe Stark from The Conran Shop. Plaster relief from Alexander von Moltke.

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details I prefer to stipulate. I believe ceilings should always be painted the same colour as the walls, never in contrasting white. The same goes for woodwork trims, I generally paint the wood trims in a darker tone of the wall colour, seldom lighter, and never white. This anchors the room more for me. I always want light switches and door furniture to be no higher than 90cm from the floor.” “If there are good architectural windows and good views, don’t clutter the windows with unnecessary curtains, maximise the light. I add as many light sources as possible so that the mood of a room can be easily changed.” “All lighting must be able to be dimmed. Don’t hang pictures and art too high on the wall and really think about somewhere slightly off-beat B and more interesting than over a fireplace or dead centre of a wall.”.....

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Welcoming Entrance The exterior of his house (above) is a mix of architectural ideas pinched from around the world. The door surround is in a Dutch South African style and the stone dogs are reproductions purchased in Spain. The wonderfully heavy pair of wooden doors from Brazil take you from the hot Florida sun into a cool grey entrance hall. Grey is a colour that Lars is not afraid to use a lot. “I am a very grey person,” he says with a slightly wry tone.

Playing with Scale In a nook off the living room (left), a large Henry Koehler artichoke painting illustrates Lars’ fondness for hanging large artworks on small walls. Decorating a large room can be daunting. Oversized art is a quick way to temper any feeling of emptiness. The picture hanging over the sofa anchors the rest of the pictures, which climb the walls from the floor, and push the eye up to the ceiling for an even greater sense of space. On hanging, Lars is very clear: “Big pictures in the centre, the smaller ones around the edge. And one wall per room is enough.”

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Personal Narrative Lars expertly mingles his Swedish heritage—pale palette, painted furniture, classical busts—with souvenirs from his travels (top).

Decorating the Terrace Apple-green-painted walls provide a wonderful tropical antidote to the house’s traditional Gustavian palette, as does the deep Balinese sofa, upholstered in raspberry-coloured quilts (left). There are clever, inexpensive details here too, like the mirror framed in wood and simple parsons tables, both painted the colour of the walls. I love the large wall hanging of an horse—it’s a fabulous graphic. Hanging art outside just takes the biscuit in chic.

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Walnut ‘Bombe’ Base Bookcase of exquisite quality, fantastic interior and wonderful bevelled mirrors (in stock at present) Open 7 days a week by appointment.

8’ wide Marquentry Bookcase (in stock at present). We can build any bookcase to your requirements.

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Original Georgian Chest of Drawers (Circa 1760). Walnut with oak interior. Completely restored and hand polished. Several in stock. (Various sizes)

Kasmir Walnut Pedestal Desk. W = 74” x D = 42” x H = 30”. Wonderful Quality.

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beautiful british stone Georgian Chest of Drawers (Circa 1760). One of the key stages in any interior design project is the logistics of getting goods and materials to the right place on time, and here at Cargocall that’s exactly what we do.

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