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SHOPPING OBJECTS OF DESIRE New design must-haves, from furniture to flooring HIGH-STREET HEROES The best buys in the shops right now PASSION FOR PATTERN Decorative wallpaper borders FINE DINING Our selection of stylish tables for under £1,000 LIGHT-BULB MOMENT Get switched on with table lamps for under £150 ECO GARDENING Make your green spaces that little bit greener PORTABLE ISLANDS Freestanding prep space for your kitchen HAND-HELD SHOWERS Flexible jet sprays in a choice of finishes
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INSPIRATION BRIGHT IDEAS Interior designers on creating beautiful looks within budget CHARACTER STUDY Only the façade remained untouched during the renovation of this Belgravia home DESIGN DETAILS Be inspired by the creative decorating in our London house THE WONDER OF WOOD Enhance your home with timber’s natural beauty CALM & COLLECTED Serene schemes fill this heritage house in Cape Town ENGLISH ECCENTRIC Interior designer Kate Arbuthnott helped the owners of a Victorian terrace fall in love with it again A TROVE OF TREASURES This Georgian townhouse is a visual feast of old, new and handmade finds WHERE TIME STANDS STILL Owned by the same family for centuries, the update of this home was a labour of love CONTEMPORARY COURTYARD Affordable design meets salvaged treasures THROUGH THE SEASONS Get the best from your garden all year round with advice from leading head gardeners
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Space-savvy ideas to make the most of every square inch of your home DREAM SITTING ROOM Designer Ebba Thott used bold colour accents to add edge to a classic backdrop DREAM KITCHEN British craftwork and Italian style combine to great effect CHUNKY SINKS Make a statement with a traditional apron-front design DREAM BATHROOM Vibrant colour and striking fittings create the wow factor ASK MR MERRIDEW Home help from our resident under butler MY LIFE IN TEN… Benchmark founder Sean Sutcliffe gives us a glimpse of his life
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LIFESTYLE THE SUSTAINABLE LIFE Introducing our new columnist Sebastian Cox OUT & ABOUT This month’s pick of places to go WE LOVE Weekend escapes in one of these three lovely spots MOVERS & SHAKERS Sustainable design innovator Fernando Laposse OFF THE SHELF The natural world has inspired Hans Blomquist’s latest book MY GARDEN LIFE Designer Jinny Blom on making the most of small plots BOX CLEVER Delicious meat-free recipes showcasing seasonal vegetables and fruit
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In this issue we turn the spotlight on savvy style. It’s the first time in H&G history that we’ve done a special on beauty within budget. Rather than looking to suggest shortcuts or knock-offs, the focus is on innovative ideas, best-value designs and space-maximising solutions. I love the house by designers Gunter & Co (page 32). It shows how to achieve maximum impact with a small footprint. And I learnt a lot from our ‘Bright Ideas’ feature, for which we asked industry luminaries for their budget-stretching secrets (page 26). Also woven throughout this issue is an interest in F OL L OW US ON
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(Clockwise, from top left) Matin table lamp, H38xW30xD30cm, £155, Inga Sempé for Hay Tala ceramic platter, Dia37.5cm, Ferm Living Redchurch wool rug, 170x240cm, £995, Soho Home Retro oval mango cabinet in Black, H160xW65xD30cm, £845, HK Living at Design Vintage Casa Grande Decor 2 porcelain tile, 60x60cm, £42sq m, Mandarin Stone Washington double-ended claw-foot bath in Claybrook Blue, H58xW75xD170cm, £1,600, Claybrook
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SMALL PRINT A contemporary collection of seven charming and timeless designs has, for the first time, been printed on to Romo’s 100% cotton plain Dune fabric to create the Sarouk collection. Delightful designs are presented in a modern palette of warm ochres, dusky pinks, cool blues and fresh greens. The statement geometric shown on the sofa is Escher Multi in Lovage, £45m, Romo.
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When Emer Gillespie, founder of Brightonbased lighting brand Spark & Bell, was renovating her home she noticed a gap in the market for affordable, design-led lighting. Her light-bulb moment led her to source the parts and build her own lighting – and this developed into a beautifully curated online shop. This Flexi Neck Swing lamp is £164.
Katie and Terri of @wormlondon create wonderfully wild floral displays that leave you wanting more. How would you describe your account? Seasonal and playful. Tell us a bit about how you started the company... We started Worm on Valentine’s Day 2016. It began as a bespoke book and bunch delivery service, but has now turned into a full floral styling business. What do you think is your account’s USP? It is curated on the grid and then in our stories we show the workings behind it all, which is a lot less glamorous. Who would you recommend we follow? Our friend Laura Jackson at @hoste.london has an incredible eye for interiors and her supper clubs are the most beautifully designed evenings, @mccormickcharlie shows inspiring west Dorset gardens and @kristinperers for her wonderful photography of beautiful things.
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What do you think is the key to Ercol’s success? We’ve created beautifully designed furniture that is fit for purpose and timeless. Recognised for its craftsmanship and long heritage, Ercol has become a brand that consumers across generations have a connection with. Ercol will re-launch its Windsor sideboard to mark the start of its centenary celebrations.
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We ’ v e s c o u r e d t h e s h o p s f o r t h e b e s t b u y s (Clockwise, from top left) Corso dining table, H75xW185xD90cm, £1,450, Ercol Handmade tray, H6xDia40cm, £29.99, Social Entrepreneurs at H&M Home Taino bench, H84xW137xD50cm, £545, Oka Dinka stamped leather handles, L6.5xW2cm, £5.95 each, Nkuku Metal lamp, H40xD25cm, £49.99, Zara Home Shay patchwork blanket, H130xW180cm, £145, Ferm Living at Heal’s
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GREAT CURVES Both offer a modern and authentic approach to design, so perhaps it was only a matter of time before British furniture brand Love Your Home and our friends at Livingetc magazine decided to team up to create a considered six-piece furniture collection encapsulating the best of creativity and craftsmanship. We are particularly impressed with the beautiful curves of the Hepworth sofa, £3,260
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Swiss brand ZigZagZurich’s website is full of unusual homeware by artists and makers from around the globe. The latest addition is the Artist Wool Blanket collection with work by a diverse roster of designers. (From left) Tangier by Michele Rondelli and Sophie Probst, Dakar and Fez by Sophie Probst, £150 each.
for a three-seater, and Hepworth chair, £1,407, both shown upholstered in stain-resistant Leopard Bouclé.
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NATURE’S CHOICE Organic mattress, bed and bedding company Naturalmat brings us an impressive range of luxury sleep solutions that are handcrafted in the Devonshire countryside. The latest to be unveiled is a beautiful heavyweight organic linen for its in-house upholstered beds. Dartmouth double bed, upholstered in GOTScertified organic House Linen, £1,700, Naturalmat.
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Japanese design studio Nendo has created a range of stackable chairs made from household recycled waste for Fritz Hansen. Seamlessly blending sustainability and style, the N02 Recycle chair is the first eco-conscious design for the Danish furniture brand and we doubt it’ll be the last. The chair is available in seven colour options to work with any interior scheme, from £229, Nendo for Fritz Hansen.
PA S S IO N F OR PA T T E R N (From top) Zellige border in China Blue and White, H10cm, £25 for 10m roll, Martyn Lawrence Bullard at Cole & Son Homewood border, H8.6cm, £82m, Adelphi Paper Hangings at Tissus d’Hélène Colour band in Marmalade, H4cm, £30 for 10m roll, Pure Style Etalde border, H12cm, £136 for 10m roll, Watts of Westminster Grecque Bordure 4589, H7cm, £39m, Zuber Gabrielle in Red, H20cm, £30 for 10m roll, Karolina Kroon at Sandberg Wallpaper
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Pen s at t he r e a dy: i nt er ior de sig ner s r eve a l t hei r t op t ip s a nd conta ct s for a chiev ing beaut if u l look s w ithin budget ‘A simple trick is a cloth-covered table – be it a console, centre or side table. This can be a traditional treatment with a generous bullion fringe around the bottom or more modern, with a pleated or graphic fabric. A long cover is also really useful for hiding things behind.’ NICOLE SALVESEN, salvesengraham.com
‘BE CANNY WITH WINDOW TREATMENTS. IT’S NOT ALWAYS NECESSARY TO HAVE HEFTY LINED AND INTERLINED FABRICS – A SIMPLE UNLINED BLIND CAN BE VERY EFFECTIVE AND MUCH
‘We often source and collaborate with Studio27 (above), One Brick Lane and The Restoration. All three specialise in upscaling mid-century pieces to add warmth, colour and
‘When shopping for projects, consider buying internationally rather than limiting yourself to the UK market. Try looking in the US for furniture, the
individuality while respecting the design and watching the budget.’
Netherlands for amazing tapware and Germany for appliances.’
CAZ MYERS, cazmyers.com
IRENE GUNTER, gunterandco.com
LESS EXPENSIVE.’ EMILY TODHUNTER, todhunterearle.com
‘In an open-plan kitchen and living area, hide away as many utilities as possible. I have a wall of built-in cupboards and behind the doors are the fridge freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer and all the cleaning products. I’ve decorated the fronts with framed botanical prints, which add a sweet focal MARTIN BRUDNIZKI, mbds.com
‘FOR AFFORDABLE YET INSPIRING FABRICS, I RECOMMEND THE CLOTH SHOP (USED HERE) AND WARRIS VIANNI, BOTH IN WEST LONDON.’ GEORGINA CAVE, caveinteriors.com
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point to the small kitchen space.’
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‘WE TRAWL FLEA MARKETS AND LOOK TO THE HIGH STREET FOR HIDDEN GEMS, AND KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR INTERESTING COLLABORATIONS. A RECENT FAVOURITE FIND WAS SEBASTIAN COX’S BEDSIDE TABLE FOR MADE.’ SOPHIE COLLER, kitesgrove.com
‘A BOLD COLOUR CHOICE CAN REALLY ELEVATE A SCHEME, ESPECIALLY IN A SMALL GUEST ROOM. FOCUS IT ON ONE AREA – A HEADBOARD OR A BEDCOVER – TO PACK A STATEMENT PUNCH.’
‘A mix of high-street and statement pieces can be particularly effective to get the most out of your budget – just make sure the investment item is truly a one-off. Edition 94 in South Kensington, London, is a treasure trove of vintage furniture and handcrafted homeware. Its founder, India Whalley, has a great eye for individual designs, which she sources from hidden corners around the world. I love the vintage side tables that she hand lacquers in bold colours (below) –
TIFFANY DUGGAN, studioduggan.com
‘Being creative with storage can make a room to feel larger and let the finishes come to life. Carve out a small walk-in larder or laundry room: this creates a task-driven area and keeps the kitchen walls free of cupboards. An unexpected benefit is it’s less expensive too.’
each piece is unique and can be made in whatever colour you like.’
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‘SMALL CHANGES CAN HAVE INSTANT IMPACT. FOLLOW THE SEASONS: ADD CUSHIONS AND THROWS AND LAYER RUGS AS WINTER TAKES HOLD; IN SUMMER, HANG VIBRANT SILK AND CRISP LINEN AT THE WINDOWS.’ TRICIA GUILD, designersguild.com
‘Decorate walls with a stencil. It is an inexpensive but effective way to create a beautiful backdrop, as shown with this neat diamond design in a children’s room.’ KATIE GLAISTER AND HENRY MILLER-ROBINSON, kandhdesign.co.uk
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‘AT AN EXPANSIVE WINDOW, MAXIMISE YOUR BUDGET WITHOUT COMPROMISING ON STYLE BY BORDERING LESS EXPENSIVE, GOOD-QUALITY LINEN CURTAINS WITH A MORE EXPENSIVE, ELABORATELY PATTERNED FABRIC.’ LUCY BARLOW, barlowandbarlow.com
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‘Remember the rule to mix high end with low end. A woven wicker basket will look better on an
‘Aged brass as a finish is big
18th-century chest than on a precious porcelain jardinière. Also, one place we recommend never to save on is the floors. This will be the most difficult thing to change in the future.’
need to buy new fittings. We work with craftsmen and artisans, including Masterfix Solutions, who transform the surface appearance of existing light fittings to an exquisite finish.’
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news in the world of interiors at the moment, but you don’t
‘FOCUS ON ACCESSORIES. FOR INSTANCE, DRESS A BEDROOM WITH INEXPENSIVE PLAIN FABRICS BUT ADD A COLOURFUL BEDSPREAD AND SOME TASSELLED CUSHIONS. THEY ’RE SO ADAPTABLE AND WILL INSTANTLY CREATE A STRONG LOOK.’ PENNY MORRISON, pennymorrison.com
‘Use house plants wherever you can. For London-based clients, we go to Patch, which also offers advice on what will survive where. Collect unusual and reclaimed planters: zinc buckets are great for a rustic touch, but you can use anything.’ KATIE COX, haminteriors.com
‘REIMAGINE THE ITEMS YOU OWN. A TIRED PIECE OF FURNITURE CAN BE TRANSFORMED BY BEING MOVED OR USED DIFFERENTLY. LOOK AT THE COLOURS NEXT TO IT AND EMBRACE CONTRAST.’
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‘For well-priced art, we turn to British Art Portfolio. It’s run by two women who scour the country for work by young and established artists. They have an unbelievable selection of paintings (above) and sculpture, from £200.’ EMMA DETERDING, kellingdesigns.com
‘Be clever when upholstering a sofa. If you find a fabric that you love but can’t afford, don’t go for a cheap alternative. Instead choose a plain for the sofa then use the fabric you adore on a single chair or a cushion. Having a sofa made up is expensive and if you think your fabric is second best, you’ll only regret it.’ NINA CAMPBELL, ninacampbellinteriors.com &
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THE SUSTAINABLE LIFE We ’r e d e l i g h t e d t o a n n o u n c e c r a f t s m a n , d e s i g n e r a n d H&G f a v o u r i t e S e b a s t i a n C o x a s o u r n e w c o l u m n i s t . Each month he’ ll share his k nowledge on all things eco, inspir ing us to shop, decorate and live a lit tle bet ter
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t’s that time of year when our workshop and our woodland begin to meet again. As the ground firms up but before bluebells and orchids show their tips, we extract the
timber we’ve harvested over the winter and take it back to London to machine cut and dry it ready to be made into furniture. This year has seen a good haul: hornbeam, hazel, birch, chestnut and ash, all no older than 18 years, cut close to the ground from ‘stools’ or root systems that have been throwing up strong, straight, workable young branches for woodmen like me
literally buying into the products of woodlands will keep them thriving. Coppiced goods can be hard to find – companies such as Coppice Products sell everything from beanpoles and pea sticks (the native and original bamboo canes) to trugs and baskets. Pale (split chestnut) fencing, woven hurdles and even gates are available from suppliers like the impressive Torry
for centuries. This is known as coppicing. Our five-acre ancient woodland in Kent is divided by two banks with adjacent ditches and hornbeam
Hill Chestnut Fencing, managing 800 acres in Kent. Much coppiced woodland is, of course, cut for firewood, which seems a shame given the workability of the material. If you see a local wood being cut, perhaps ask the contractor where the bounty will end up – you might find a local supplier. Back to London we go with 2019’s harvest to start planing up – our crop this time is around six tonnes.
pollards, indicating this remarkable cycle has happened here since Norman times; I’m determined that this will continue, even though the work is hard. Contrary to what some believe, felling trees isn’t always bad for the eco system. Where we’ve cut, the sky is now visible from the coppice floor and a diverse bunch of opportunistic plants are readying to
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sequestration of carbon, it makes sense to aim to manage as many hectares of woodland as during our great-grandparents’ era. Because the work is arduous, this is best driven by commercial incentive;
occupy that light until the rapidly regenerating trees close it up again. We had dormice nesting again this winter in brambles and broom dense from two years of open canopy. This summer, the birch will shade the brambles out, but we have more populating elsewhere, ready to house the dormice for their next long sleep later this year. A great joy last summer was seeing bee-adorned foxgloves thriving around stumps after a 17-year wait since the last cut; their seeds in soily readiness for more than a decade. Although rare, this marvel is not unique to our wood. There are approximately 35,000 hectares of actively managed woodland in the English lowlands, including ours. However, it was once much more: in 1905 there were 250,000 hectares. Given the fillip to biodiversity and the
My shoulders may ache from carrying it up the track, but I’m already excited about the prospect of more woodland coming back into management in 2020. We, as a society, just need to support its wares. &
Sebastian Cox is a designer, maker and environmentalist based in London. He founded his workshop and studio in 2010 under the principle that the past can be used to design the future. He produces his own collections of furniture, lighting and home accessories and collaborates with brands including Terence Conran, Benchmark, Heal’s and deVOL, as well as creating bespoke installations for brands such as Burberry. He has won many accolades, including the Wood Awards and an H&G Design Award in 2016. n
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CHARACTER STUDY Interior architect Irene Gunter’s gutsy renovation of a dilapidated Belgravia home has infused it with strong personality and warmth WORDS RACHEL LEEDHAM STYLING HANNAH FRANKLIN PHOTOGRAPHY MARY WADSWORTH
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SITTING ROOM A bespoke partition allows light to flow freely and its structure sets the tone for the decor. Tape armchairs, Minotti. Perched side table, Anthropologie
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HALLWAY Decorative wood-veneer panels with a laser-cut velvet trim frame a strikingly original display. Panels, Fameed Khalique. Velvet Rings braid, Zimmer + Rohde. Solstice wall lights, Porta Romana
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SITTING ROOM Irene has avoided pattern to keep this space calm. Elegant profiles and touches of brass are smart defining elements. Beetley sofa, SĂŠ. Zurich lantern, Vaughan. Blind in Phantom in Cloud, de Le Cuona
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op of interior architect Irene Gunter’s list of dream ingredients for a project are high ceilings and beautiful windows – neither of which this small property in London’s Belgravia possessed. But she is not one to shy away from a challenge: ‘When you are compromised in both those departments, it makes your mind work harder to
wanted to get as much light as possible into the entrance, to make it feel more generous,’ says Irene. The Gunter & Co colour palette tends towards warm, comfortable tones, and Irene opted for walls in an earthy green to give the sitting room a cosy feel. She came up with a fireplace design to divide this space from the kitchen, with cabinetry in a bluestained wood veneer. ‘Being able to see the wood
come up with more creative solutions,’ she says. This house was certainly going to put Irene’s ingenuity to the test. When she first visited, water
grain gives the doors a wonderful depth,’ she adds. In this home, every piece was chosen to enhance the sense of space, from the slender-arm sofa to the glass
was pouring through the roof right to the basement, where the living and sleeping quarters were laid out in ‘such a whirlwind of interconnecting rooms that it was almost impossible to make sense of it’. The ground floor, which now accommodates the kitchen and living area, was ‘a weird, ginormous hallway that was incredibly dingy’, while she likens the staircase
dining table that helps to keep an open feel in the relatively compact room. There are luxurious details aplenty, but Irene has been mindful to use expensive finishes sparingly. ‘We loved a mosaic tile that was hugely costly, so we found a small area where we could really show it off,’ she says of the kitchen splashback. Downstairs, the sleeping quarters exude warmth
to something out of an Austrian chalet. Irene’s first step was to enlist a structural engineer to see how she could maximise every inch of space. ‘We ended up keeping only the facade,’ she says of the six-month build that entailed reconfiguring the basement, digging into the vaults in order to create two en-suite bedrooms and a further bathroom. A huge roof light was installed to pull daylight into the kitchen, and permission was obtained to add on to the first floor to house a third bedroom. The brief for the interior was ‘fun’. ‘My client wanted to make it eclectic, personal and off the beaten track,’ says Irene. ‘This isn’t typical of the style in Belgravia, but then neither is the house.’ Irene’s love of unusual wall treatments is evident upon entering the hallway, where intricately designed wood-veneer panels are framed by a boldly patterned braid. A Crittall-style ironwork
and character, thanks to layers of colour, pattern and texture. Clever details mitigate the limited number of windows on this level. ‘In the master bathroom, I would have framed the bath against a window, but a large mirror is the second best thing – it gives the illusion of perspective,’ says Irene, who chose a striking mustard yellow for the walls and had the exterior of the bath covered in a colourful fabric. ‘Any textiles you can get into a bathroom are important as they help soften the hard surfaces,’ she notes. There are a couple of details that Irene believes worked particularly well. ‘I love the sheer linen blind fabric in the sitting room; it lets in light yet is warm and textural,’ she says. ‘And painting the window frames black on the inside makes a big difference – it’s courageous and adds a contemporary touch. I will happily replicate this idea for the rest of my life.’ &
partition with inserts in a mix of clear and reeded glass separates this area from the living space. ‘I
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KITCHEN A steel beam was added to the roof light to hang this statement pendant. The 1950s Italian chairs have been reupholstered and French polished to a gleaming finish. Aim light, Flos. Splashback tiles, Fameed Khalique. Astra table, West Elm
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INSP IRAT IO N STAIRCASE A tactile wooden handrail and striped runner enhance this clean-lined design. The washing machine is tucked away in the under-stairs cupboard. Windmill wallpaper, Erica Wakerly. Bespoke stair runner, Warp & Weft
INSIDER INSIGHT Irene Gunter shares her style tips
QUICK-FIX Paint and wallpaper. I love decorating unexpected surfaces, such as ceilings, and adding wallpaper where you don’t usually see it used, like kitchens.
GO-TO COLOUR The Slate series by Paint & Paper Library – warm and cosy without being oaty or overly yellow.
SPACE-SAVER Wall-hung fittings in small bathrooms, from toilets to vanities.
WHAT TO INVEST IN Bespoke shower enclosures as off-the-shelf options are limiting; a nice kitchen worktop because you use it every day; good-quality taps.
SECRET ADDRESS Cadogan Contemporary in South Kensington for the most amazing art collections.
INSPIRATION SOURCE High-end fashion retail store design. The detailing and material combinations always trickle through to residential interiors years later.
NEXT TREND More curves in interiors. I’m really looking forward to continuing to explore this theme.
YOUR STYLE IN THREE WORDS Timeless, uplifting and eclectic.
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BEDROOM Soft pink walls make a soothing backdrop for mismatched patterns and Irene’s ‘ladyfinger’ headboard design. Livia cabinet, Ceraudo. Linden lamp, Kelly Wearstler for Visual Comfort. Cushion in Jardin d’Osier Imprimé, Hermès at Dedar
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MASTER BATHROOM Topped with elegant Calacatta Oro marble, the bespoke vanity unit features reeded fronts and liquid metal detailing. Metal trim has also been used between the shagreen-effect tiles. Shagreen porcelain tiles in Grey, Reed Harris
EN SUITE A terracotta-toned waterproof treatment was chosen for this vaulted room, where white marble and resin floor tiles enhance the sense of space. Mineral wallcovering in colour 29, Mortex
GUEST BATHROOM The tile pattern is modern and dynamic, with its deep-blue tone echoed in the cast-concrete basin. Construct tiles 2EGT114, Solus. I Catini Oval Box mirror, Cielo at West One Bathrooms. Bespoke basin, Kast Concrete Basins
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MASTER BATHROOM A large mirror adds depth to the scheme and offsets the magnificent fabric-covered bath. Wall in India Yellow, Farrow & Ball. Owl Wooded Manor mirror, Anthropologie. Shakira fabric-covered bath, to order, Hurlingham The Bath Company; in Dama in Ottanio, Brochier at Altfield
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The unusual vaulted ceiling of this bathroom made tiling the walls a difficult option. To create a considered waterproof finish, Irene opted for a mineral ‘skin’ in a waxed concrete effect instead, choosing an elegant pale terracotta hue that complements the adjoining rooms. The walls in this project are in No 29 by Mortex.
To make a statement in the entrance hall, Irene used a panel of wallpaper made from circles of real wood veneer. She created a neat join between the panel and adjoining wallpaper using a decorative braid in a punchy laser-cut design. The panel is in Circles wood veneer in 51-102, Fameed Khalique. The braid is Velvet Rings by Travers at Zimmer + Rohde.
WHERE TO SOURCE PLASTER-EFFECT PAINTS Bring depth and texture to walls using lime wash paints to create a subtle concrete or plaster appearance.
WHERE TO SOURCE WOOD-EFFECT WALLPAPERS For a more economical finish, emulate the look of Irene’s walls with these geometric wood-effect wallpapers.
Lake Eyre lime paint, £27 for 1ltr, Bauwerk Colour
Kinetic wallpaper in Mink, £121 a roll, Anthology at Style Library
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Marrakech Walls in Spring Blossom, £119.95 for 2.5ltr, Pure & Original
Wood Geo wallpaper, £25 a roll, Metropolitan Stories at Wallpaper Direct
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INSIDER INSIGHT Irene Gunter of Gunter & Co shares some tips WHAT TO INVEST IN Bespoke shower enclosures as off-the-shelf options are too limiting. Also a nice kitchen worktop because it’s something you’ll use every day, plus good taps. QUICK DECORATING FIX Paint and wallpaper. We love using it on unexpected surfaces such as ceilings and in rooms you wouldn’t expect, like kitchens. FAVOURITE AFFORDABLE WALLPAPER Ziggy by Parker & Jules. I awarded this best product at last year’s Decorex. GO-TO COLOUR The Slate series by Paint & Paper Library – it is warm and cosy without being oaty or overly yellow.
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MUSEUM TO VISIT Sir John Soane’s Museum for its amazing proportions and interior detailing. WHERE DO YOU FIND INSPIRATION? I’m a big lover of high-end fashion retail store design. The detailing and material combinations always trickle through into residential interior design years later.
(Clockwise, from top left) Lichfield dresser, H185xW130xD35cm, £2,305, Abigail Ahern Talia vase, H29xDia13cm, £69, Ferm Living at Amara Andre wall light, H28xW12.5xD23cm, £37.50, Där Lighting Vista blanket, 100% cotton, W120xL170cm, £119, Ferm Living Deco kingsize bed in Pink velvet, H110xW172.5xD220cm, £595, Habitat Fringed Flower footstool in Teal velvet, H45xD43cm, £695, Soho Home
YOUR STYLE IN THREE WORDS Timeless, uplifting and eclectic.
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FULL OF CHARACTER The patina of wood improves with age, so arrange pieces in different colours and finishes together to create a sense of charm and personality. Vintage French chestnut commode, £1,150, Manol Popham. Miniature stool made from offcuts, £282; walnut bowls, £84 each, all to order, Antonis Cardew. Ashby blackened plant pot, £24, Rowen & Wren. Mache White storage pot, £12, Habitat →
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BEYOND THE PALE Adding dashes of black to a palette of blond woods is both modern and daring, yet comforting too. Here, assorted chairs and stools make for an eclectic, collected look. Oak Profile table, £1,789; Oak Osso stools in Blackstone, £289 each, all Ethnicraft. Woven-cotton chairs, £200 each, Caravane. Hardy Oak chair, £695; Arc chair in Black, £865, both Another Country. Antique bookcase, £1,750, James Iles Antiques. Benvy rustic stool, £260, Rowen & Wren. Keats bronze pendants, £90 each, Neptune. Lansbury floor lamp, £155, Habitat. Maya curtains in Neige, £340 a pair, Caravane. Jute rug, £325, The Conran Shop. Grain sack (as runner), £26; woven pot, £75, both Baileys. Gobi Reactive platter, £59, The Conran Shop. Nona Blue salad bowl, £30, Habitat. Jar with lid, £75, Rebecca Proctor. Walnut 0 board, £40, Grain & Knot. Midnight print by Paper Collective, £45; Oak frame £45, both Heal’s →
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OF THE CLOTH Nothing pairs with wooden pieces more beautifully than woven linen, a tactile backdrop to showcase the natural beauty and idiosyncrasies of the utensils. Romanian grain sack, £26, Baileys. (From top) Spade board, £175; Longboard, £160, both Edward Collinson. Linen napkin, £10; Leach Studio bowls, £72 for a set of three, all Toast. Fuji salad servers, £20, Habitat. Walnut 0 board, £40; brush, from £15, both Grain & Knot. Buet serving spoon, £18; spatulas, £28 for a set of three, all Kirsten Hecktermann. Rolling pin, £16.50, Toast. Ardoise Striped napkin, £16, Caravane. Chopping board, £28, Rowen & Wren. Charred beech bread plate, £25, Rebecca Proctor. Brush, from £15, Grain & Knot. Tiny bowl, £10; spoon, £8; spoons on plate, from left, Pelican, £16; Honey, £12; Jam, £9, all Kirsten Hecktermann. Background, Vintage Anatolian kilim, £2,640, Larusi
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CUPBOARD LOVE A home is often filled with objects curated over time, and a beautiful antique ebonised cupboard becomes the showcase for all the treasures you love to live with. Antique bookcase, £1,750, James Iles Antiques. Oak Profile table, £1,789, Ethnicraft. Hardy Oak chair, £695; Arc chair in Black, £865, both Another Country. Keats bronze pendants, £90 each, Neptune. Butter dish, £34, Rowen & Wren. Tiny bowl, £10; spoon, £8, both Kirsten Hackermann. (Other items, see previous page). In cupboard (top shelf from left) Batonga basket, £36, Baileys. Shape ceramic planter, £30, Design Vintage. Black pitcher, £58, Another Country. (Second shelf, from left) Inara Soft Green bowls, £6 each, Habitat. Leach Studio mixing bowl, £72 for a set of three, Toast. Bretbuy bowls, £7 each, Neptune. Sidney recycled glasses, £22 for two, Rowen & Wren. (Third shelf) Pablo dinnerware in Black and Soft Grey, from £8, all Habitat →
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TAKE A SEAT The simple yet striking wooden slatted divider sets the tone for this relaxed sitting area, where contemporary and antique pieces in different woods sit harmoniously together. Another sofa, £4,545, Another Country. Way cushion, £85, Ferm Living at Heal’s. Grace cushion in Natural Twill, £90, Neptune. 19th-century wine table, £780, Lorfords Antiques. Recycled large glass lamp base, £148; Natural cotton drum shade, £82, both Rowen & Wren. Rodan coffee table in black American walnut, from £1,115, Pinch Design. (On coffee table) Carmen vase, £35; Ensley grey speckle vase, £20; Nona blue pasta bowl, £12, all Habitat. Jed oak chair, £295, Habitat; covered in Gloucester Zero Waste in Charcoal, £39.50m, Ian Mankin. Kitsai cushion in Charcoal, £70, Oka. Raw steel table, £290, Caravane. Large wood-fired bowl, £70, Rebecca Proctor. OW150 daybed in Kvadrat re-wool 0128, £2,256, Carl Hansen. Gotland sheepskin, £382, Rowen & Wren. Swain striped rug, 200x300cm, £950, The Conran Shop
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TO THE SIDE A beautifully reeded front gives this wooden sideboard a modern elegance. The pared-back selection of artwork, sculpture and white plaster lamp creates a calm feel for the vignette. Ercol Modula sideboard, £3,250, Heal’s. Handmade stoneware candleholder, £22, Rowen & Wren. Beeswax candle, £6.49 for two, Another Country. Chinese Vase drawing by Isabelle Hayman, £620, Puckhaber Antiques. Hemerdon statue in bronze, £200, Neptune. Grey #3 painting by David Hardy, £580, Partnership Editions. Pip Hartle small bowl, £35, Toast. Conrad lamp in Plaster White by Dylan Bowen, £640; 14in natural linen Bongo shade, £213, both Porta Romana. Curtain in Leaf recycled wool felt in Natural, £60m, Kirkby Design at Romo. Benvy Rustic small stool, £140, Rowen & Wren. Vintage Anatolian kilim KL717, £2,640, Larusi →
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OLD AND NEW Mixing pieces from different periods brings a layered feel to this bedroom. A Georgian side table, an antique wooden mirror and a modern classic Gubi lamp make happy bedfellows. Georgian tilt-top table, £490, James Iles Antiques. Gubi Gravity table lamp in blackened steel finish with shade, £459, Heal’s. Handblown bottle vase, £39, Toast. Antique mirror, £340, Nimmo & Spooner. Walnut boxes, from £70.50 each, Antonis Cardew. Stoneware candleholder, £22, Rowen & Wren. Beeswax candle, £3.50 for two, Another Country. (On headboard) Olle wool blanket, £85, Toast. Lazy Linen pillowcases in Vintage White, £40 for two, Loaf. Navy Selena pillowcases, £110 for two; Kandi bedspread in Indigo Touareg, £220, all Caravane. Tanhu wool blanket in Chalk Stripe, £155, Toast
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COSY CORNER A lovely antique waxed ebonised chest of drawers adds character to this calm space, while a ticking stripe armchair, woven bench and chunky textiles soften the scheme. Vintage French chest of drawers, £740, Phoenix on Golborne. Bromley chair in Grey Ticking Stripe, £890, Rowen & Wren. Grace cushion in Natural Twill, £90, Neptune. Humay baby alpaca wool throw, £390, Caravane. Model JL 63A bench in soaped oak and black cord by Niels Otto Møller, £875, Cale Associates. Thurston reversible throw in Ink, £210, Neptune. Antique ebonised mirror, £350, Nimmo & Spooner. Hythe Canal painting by Raymond Bush, £680, Puckhaber Antiques. Bottle vase, £55, Rebecca Proctor. Inara serving bowl, £10, Habitat. Larger Otto lamp base, £53; 40cm straight empire card shade in Cream, £69, both Pooky. Walnut bowl, £75; mini stool, £282, both to order, Antonis Cardew. Endellion statue in bronze, £185, Neptune. Terracotta candle plate, £45; candle, £3.50 for two, both Another Country. Way Recycle rug, £229, Heal’s →
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CURATED DISPLAY This gathering of early 20th-century maths tools has found a home among other much-loved desk accessories, old and new. Math tools, £360 for set, Puckhaber Antiques. Small wooden square dish, £22, Sebastian Cox. Other items, all stylist’s own
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CREATIVE SPIRIT Who wouldn’t feel productive and inspired in this spacious studio office with generously sized work table and warming palette of vintage, classic and new woods? Hebden eight-seater dining table with oak top and painted legs in Ink, £1,495, Neptune. Gentle table lamp, £1,985, Pinch Design. PP68 chair in soaped ash with black cord seat by Hans J Wegner, £890, Cale Associates. Vintage French-countryside chestnut commode, £1,150, Manol Popham. Low Back chair in ebonised oak, £850, Edward Collinson. (On chest of drawers) Walnut bowls, £84 each, to order, Antonis Cardew. Ashby blackened plant pot, £24, Rowen & Wren. (On windowsill) Mache storage jar, £12, Habitat. (On desk) Pencil pots, from £65 each, to order, Antonis Cardew. Bretby small serving bowl, £7, Neptune. Brushes, from £15 each, Grain & Knot. Assorted wood desk accessories, £22 each, Sebastian Cox. (On floor) Detsi round Bolga market basket, £55, The Basket Room. Circular black woven jute rug, £90, Design Vintage &
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Street, Islington Square is a new residential and lifestyle development with ground-floor spaces hosting a selection of shops, cafés, restaurants and social hubs. Currently in Chapter One of its opening, the square boasts Campbell-Rey-curated interiors boutique House of Harth, plant shop Conservatory Archives, and the first bricks-and-mortar store by Partnership Editions art gallery. There’s also a smart coffee shop, a members’ club aimed at parents and their children, and an outpost of the Third Space fitness studios, with plenty more openings in 2020, islingtonsquare.com
Gabo was a leading light of constructivism, an art and architectural movement that greatly influenced many of the major design trends of the 20th century, including the now much revered Bauhaus. This exhibition at Tate St Ives, which runs from 25 January until 3 May, draws from collections in London and Germany, to present the first full retrospective of Gabo’s work to be held in 30 years. There will be paintings and drawings on show, but most impressive are the sculptures and installations – a commanding presence in their majestic modernity, tate.org.uk
Don’t believe us? Just try getting a place on an evening ceramics course and you’ll see how quickly they sell out. Easing the strain is smart new makers’ space Studio Pottery London, located just off Ebury Street in Belgravia. Designed by Flint London, this multidisciplinary gallery, workshop and education centre offers exhibitions that showcase both functional and sculptural work, a selection of clay items for boutique shopping, and both bespoke and group classes to begin your immersion into all things earthen, studio-pottery-london.com
DON’T MISS: Lunch at Vardo, a new international restaurant by the folks at Caravan, set in a modernist pavilion by the Saatchi Gallery on Duke of York Square, vardorestaurant.co.uk HOMESANDGARDENS.COM
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Based in Le Bugue, this tour takes you to some of the most beautiful parts of the Dordogne, where you can marvel at exquisite medieval towns, outstanding countryside and pre-historic sites. Day 1. London to Le Bugue You meet your Tour Manager at our dedicated Departure Office at St Pancras before taking the Eurostar service to Paris. Here you connect with the train to Brive for a transfer to Le Bugue, an attractive market town by the Vézère River. Day 2. La Roque-Gageac Cruise Take to the water at La Roque-Gageac today for a traditional flat-bottomed Gabare boat cruise. This afternoon continue to Château des Milandes, the sumptuous former home of Josephine Baker, a star of Parisian cabaret. Day 3. At leisure in Le Bugue Today is free for you to explore the charming town of Le Bugue. You have the opportunity to admire the town’s traditional houses and take a stroll along the river.
Day 4. Sarlat Your excursion today starts in Sarlat, an incredibly picturesque town in the heart of the Dordogne. The medieval Old Town, with its labyrinth of alleyways and buildings built in warm honey-coloured stone, is virtually unchanged since the Middle Ages. Day 5. Rocamadour and Martel This morning you travel to Rocamadour, perched high above the meandering river. In the afternoon you continue to the medieval village of Martel, where we take a ride on the restored Truffadou Steam Train. Day 6. Le Bugue to London Transfer by coach to Brive today, for the train to Paris. Here, you change for the Eurostar to St Pancras International, where your tour concludes. Please note: the order of the itinerary may differ depending on the departure date. Please call for more details.
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F O ODI E FAVOU R I T E It’s all about the food at chefs April Bloomfield and Tom Adams’ country haven, Coombeshead Farm, in the Cornish village of Lewannick. Guests come for an immersive, zero-waste foodie experience, which begins with canapés in the farmhouse drawing room, followed by a run of local delicacies served communally in a converted barn. ■ From £130 a night ■ coombesheadfarm.co.uk
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popular attractions, Hotel Cort is the only address to have up your sleeve when visiting Palma, one of the Mediterranean’s most in-demand destinations. The hotel’s design-led but cheerful interiors are the work of Lázaro Rosa-Violán and they provide elegant shelter after days spent beaching and culture hopping. ■ From £115 a night ■ hotelcort.com
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trails of dyed sisal – hung like unicorn tails from drying racks – fill the space like fairy floss. Some of it is being used to create lamps that look uncannily like Cousin Itt from The Addams Family. In another corner, someone is flat-ironing corn husks out of which they’ll cut hexagonal shapes to create the equivalent of a veneered wallpaper. Welcome to the weird and wonderful world of Fernando’s unique approach to sustainable design. Since graduating in product design from Central Saint Martins in 2011, Fernando has worked on his own projects, transforming ‘humble, natural materials, often considered waste, into refined design’, he says. The backbone of his work is marrying natural materials with Mexican craftsmanship. ‘Mexico isn’t like Europe; it’s easier to hire a craftsman than have
Fernando’s lamps are made of undyed sisal or he uses dyed fibres (above) to create more colourful designs
something industrially made,’ he explains, fresh from having exhibited at Future Heritage, Decorex’s platform for designer-makers in the UK. There, he showed his work using loofah as the padding for a screen, a sisal bench and panels of his ‘Totomoxtle’ veneer, made from flattened Mexican heirloom corn husks, used for wallpaper and tabletops. Fernando’s method is to work with ‘just one material, for at least two or three years, before putting out results’. Working with artisans in Sahcabá, Yucatán, and using sisal – undyed or tinted agave fibres in natural hues such as pink (from cochineal beetles) – Fernando has created an immersive installation for citizenM hotel in Shoreditch and Pink Beasts, a similarly tactile piece at Design Miami/Art Basel. It’s no surprise Fernando was Eco Designer to Watch in last year’s Homes & Gardens Design Awards but his work also aims for cultural sustainability. ‘I want to improve a community’s quality of life,’ he says. A designer with big ideas, Fernando was recently invited to speak at the Davos World Economic Forum. ‘We will be giving a couple of talks,’ he says. ‘I measure the success of my projects in the opportunity to tell the stories of the people we work with.’ ■
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The corn panels have a unique pattern (left) and can be used as screens or tabletops
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Bare stone walls and unrefined tiles create an earthy, rustic feel in this rural retreat in Carcassonne, France
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(Clockwise from this picture) Jinny divided her garden into terraces to make it look larger; a false gate suggests the space goes further; Jinny tends her plants; a mini moat adds movement; geraniums and hollyhocks create a colourful display
MY GARDEN LIFE Celebrated landscape desig ner Jinny Blom on helping small plots seem spacious and how sustainabilit y under pins all her mag ical desig ns
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A FUSION OF PLANTS – FROM EXOTIC TREE FERNS TO TRADITIONAL TEA ROSES AND IRISES”
into an enclave of rooms with my own mini moat, which I created by installing a rectangular pool across the whole width of the plot. The planting next to the house is a fusion of exotics and natives, and beyond the
plants. And if you have established perennials, lift and divide them in spring to make more. Self-seeders are free and the best is the sweetly fragrant evening primrose, Oenothera stricta ‘Sulphurea’, which seeds all
pool, I have two terraces to the east and west sides of a central path.
over the place and is simply gorgeous.
Describe your ethos.
I don’t really have a signature look, more a signature approach. If you look at 20 of my gardens, they are all different, each responding to the environment rather than a design principle. I’ve spent a lifetime looking and learning and those
What’s your take on eco-friendly garden design? All my gardens are sustainable. The key is to take time to ensure materials don’t end up in landfill and that the space is built to last. For example, we recently made a garden where the house build had created huge amounts of spill, which we crushed and screened to create paths, drives and an orchard on a hill – none of the waste had to be removed from the site.
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What was your vision for your own garden? I have a tiny, south-facing garden in south London – it’s just 16x6m and has heavy clay soil. I wanted to turn it
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What design tricks have you used to make it feel bigger? Dividing the space and surrounding the terraces with plants, so you are sitting among them, helps to make the garden feel bigger. I’ve also
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Which sustainable materials did you use in your garden? I try to use recycled or local materials, and for my own garden I have a deck made from the timber gabions that formed part of the London Docks before they were demolished. The walls are built with handmade British clay bricks from The Bulmer Brick & Tile Company, which are similar to materials used in this area years ago.
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What advice do you have for people redesigning their garden on a budget? Grow plants from seed or ask friends for cuttings to fill your garden with
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Which plants are best for a long season of interest? Good doers are dahlias and all forms of verbascum – my favourite is Verbascum creticum – which flowers for months. I also use lots of annuals: cosmos, antirrhinum and tagetes will bloom all summer and into autumn.
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Which one plant do you always recommend? Mount Etna broom (Genista aetnensis). This graceful evergreen is as tough as old boots and covered in scented, pea-like flowers in summer.
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Who do you most admire? The late Italian architect, Gae Aulenti, for her simple, stylish work – she designed the Musée d’Orsay in Paris. She was hugely influential but few people know about her.
Jinny Blom, 020 3950 2899, jinnyblom.com. See more of Jinny’s work in her book The Thoughtful Gardener: An Intelligent Approach to Garden Design (£35, Jacqui Small)
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SPICY SPROUT AND MUSHROOM NOODLES SERVES 2 1 small onion, finely sliced 1tbsp oil or ghee 400g Brussels sprouts with tops; sprouts sliced and tops finely shredded 400g mushrooms, any type, chopped 3cm piece of ginger, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped or grated 1 whole fresh red chilli, finely chopped ¾tsp five spice 2 bundles of noodles 1tbsp maple syrup 2tbsp plus 1tsp tamari 1tbsp lemon or lime juice or vinegar 2tbsp black sesame seeds or chopped nuts or seeds, to serve Fresh coriander or mint, to serve (optional) ■
Fry the onion in oil or ghee in a wok
or large, deep-sided frying pan until translucent. Add the sprouts in an even layer and fry over a high heat, untouched, for 1 min or so, then fry for 1 min on the other side – this gives nice golden edges. Stir-fry the sprouts for a couple more min. ■ Add the mushrooms, ginger, garlic, chilli and five spice and stir-fry for about 5 min. If you’ve got sprout tops, add them now too. ■ Meanwhile, start cooking the noodles
COOK’S TIP This dish uses sprout tops too, but if your sprouts don’t come with them intact add a handful of leafy greens instead. You can also shred in any herbs that need using up.
following packet instructions; they should be ready when the sprouts are. ■ Once the sprouts are tender and the mushrooms have released their liquid and begun turning golden, add the maple syrup, tamari and citrus juice or vinegar and toss well. ■ Add the noodles. Toss everything together thoroughly, adding a tiny splash of water if needed. Top with seeds or nuts and herbs to serve.
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HASSELBACK SQUASH WITH ROASTED GRAPES SERVES 6 1 large squash (about 1.5kg) 2tbsp ghee or oil Sea salt and black pepper 8 garlic cloves, unpeeled 1 large bunch of grapes (black or red look best), the bunch split in half 8 bay leaves, fresh if you can get them 4 fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs 1 orange, sliced into 6 rounds 2tbsp maple syrup ■
Preheat the oven to 240C/Gas 9.
Using a sharp knife, carefully slice the squash in half lengthways. Scoop out the seeds, then wash and dry them. Roast the two squash halves on a large roasting tray, cut-side down, for 30 min. ■ Remove the tray from the oven and transfer the squash halves to a chopping board. Slice across the tops, every 0.5cm, making sure not to cut all the way through to the board. Carefully return the squash halves to the roasting tray. ■ Rub ghee or oil and a good amount of salt and pepper into the squash. Scatter the garlic cloves around and roast for another 15 min. ■ Add the grapes, herbs, orange slices and squash seeds to the tray and spoon over the maple syrup. Turn up the oven heat to its highest setting (if it will go any hotter) and roast for final 5-10 min until the edges look golden and crisp. ■ Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins, mash with a fork and serve alongside the squash, perhaps with a tangy slaw. →
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ROASTED ROOTS WITH BRAISED LENTILS SERVES 8 2 medium beetroots or 1 small swede, cut into 2-3cm chunks 1 small squash or pumpkin or 2 large sweet potatoes, cut into 2-3cm chunks 2 parsnips or large carrots, cut into wedges 2 big handfuls of Brussels sprouts, halved 2 large red onions or leeks, cut in chunks 6 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary 3tbsp oil or butter 400g goat’s cheese, sliced into rounds FOR THE LENTILS 2tbsp butter 1 onion, finely chopped 1 large celery stick, finely chopped 1 carrot, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 2 bay leaves 600g dried green or brown lentils, rinsed 1.2ltr vegetable stock 2 big handfuls of beetroot greens, carrot tops or any greens, finely chopped FOR THE DRESSING 6tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2tbsp apple cider or balsamic vinegar 2tsp Dijon mustard Juice and zest of 1 small orange or lemon 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
Heat the oven to 240C/Gas 9. Toss the vegetables and herbs with the oil and spread on two baking trays. Roast for 40 min, tossing halfway through. ■ For the lentils, melt the butter in a large frying pan. Add the veg and bay leaves and fry for 12 min, stirring occasionally. Stir in the lentils and stock and simmer on a medium heat for 25 min, stirring occasionally. Fold in the greens to wilt. Season to taste. ■ Put the cheese on one tray of roast veg and grill until golden and bubbling.
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CHARRED BROCCOLI, HERBY QUINOA AND MOZZARELLA SERVES 4 2 medium heads of broccoli 2tsp ground cumin Sea salt and black pepper 200g buffalo mozzarella Fresh chilli or chilli flakes, to taste FOR THE QUINOA 300g uncooked quinoa, rinsed well 1tbsp fresh rosemary or thyme 3 big handfuls of a mix of fresh mint, parsley, coriander and/or chives 2 big handfuls of watercress or rocket FOR THE DRESSING 2½tbsp apple cider vinegar 4tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2tsp Dijon or wholegrain mustard 1tbsp maple syrup or honey 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1-2 fresh red chillies, plus seeds, finely chopped, or chilli flakes, to taste
Cook the quinoa in 400ml salted water, covered, for about 15 min.
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Drain, steam with lid on for a few mins, then fluff and let cool. ■ Whisk the dressing ingredients together in a large bowl and season. Slice each broccoli head through the stalk into two 1.5cm-thick steaks. ■ Heat a griddle pan or frying pan over a high heat. Dunk the broccoli in the dressing, shake the excess into the bowl, and place on the pan (two slices should fit). Sprinkle over cumin and salt and grill for 3-4 min on each side, until browned in parts and just tender; press with a spatula to make charred griddle marks. Keep warm in a low oven while you cook the rest. Toss the quinoa, mixed herbs and leaves into the dressing. Divide among the plates and top with broccoli then mozzarella, chilli and a little salt. →
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GREEK-STYLE TOMATO AND BEAN BAKE SERVES 6 2 large onions, sliced 3tbsp oil or butter 5 garlic cloves, finely chopped 2tsp ground cumin 1tsp ground cinnamon Chilli flakes, to taste 2 bay leaves 2tbsp fresh oregano or thyme leaves 2 large handfuls of fresh parsley, leaves roughly chopped and stems finely chopped 2tbsp tomato purée 5 × 400g tins of chopped tomatoes or 800g fresh tomatoes, chopped 200ml vegetable stock 5 x 400g tins butter beans, drained and rinsed 600g green beans (frozen out of season) Juice and zest of ½ lemon 400g feta, crumbled Handful of chopped walnuts or pine nuts 2tsp raw honey ■
Fry the onion in the oil in a large
ovenproof pan for 8 min. Add the garlic, spices and herbs – parsley stems only. Cook for few min. ■ Turn up the heat, stir in the tomato purée, then add the tomatoes and stock, and season. Bring to the boil, then turn down to a medium heat and cook, uncovered, for 20 min. Heat the oven to 240C/Gas 9. ■ Stir in the butter beans and green beans. Bring to the boil then cook in the oven, uncovered, for 20 min. ■ Turn the grill on high. Remove the pan from the oven and stir through most of the parsley leaves, the lemon juice, zest and seasoning. Scatter the feta over and pop under the grill for 10 min for it to brown. Sprinkle over the nuts and remaining parsley and drizzle with honey to serve.
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FRUIT BOWL BAKE MAKES 16 SQUARES 4 medium apples 3 large ripe bananas 4 eggs 75g ground almonds 150g unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus extra for greasing 1tsp baking powder 1tsp ground cinnamon 100g rolled oats, quinoa flakes or buckwheat flakes 1tbsp maple syrup Small pinch of salt
Preheat the oven to 200C/Gas 6. Grease and line a 20cm square cake tin with reusable baking paper. ■ Roughly grate three of the apples and squeeze out as much liquid as ■
possible (pour it into a glass and drink it – chef ’s bonus!), then set aside. Roughly mash the bananas. ■ Add all of the ingredients except for the apple and banana to a food processor and blitz until smooth. ■ Add the banana and blitz again, but just briefly as you still want to have some chunks of banana. ■ Stir in the grated apple, then spoon the mixture into the tin and level the top. Thinly slice the final apple and arrange the slices on top. ■ Bake in the middle of the oven for 50 min, or until a skewer comes
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A heritage home in Cape Town has been reimagined as a relaxed refuge from city life WORDS PIET SMEDY STYLING SVEN ALBERDING/BUREAUX PHOTOGRAPHY ELSA YOUNG/BUREAUX
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SITTING ROOM Old and new pieces in dark wood, natural stone and pale tones create a harmonious mix. Travertine Mushroom table, Tonic Design. Antique sideboard, Take It For Granted
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slopes of Lion’s Head mountain, this period home was just the place property developer Bruce Peach had been longing to find. Located on one of the area’s tree-lined cobbled streets, the house ticked lots of boxes for Bruce. It is secluded yet cosmopolitan, modern but romantic. ‘Bruce wanted to live in an urban environment that had a real sense of heritage,’ says Johannesburgbased fashion designer-turned-interior decorator Lindie Ferreira, who was tasked with making Bruce’s style vision a reality. ‘He loves authenticity and history, having spent years living in London, so he opted for this smaller home that offered quality over quantity.’ The house had lost some of its lustre in the last few years and an update was in order. Previous owners had painted the floorboards black, lowered ceilings and left fireplaces in a state of decay, yet Bruce was unperturbed. ‘As you’d expect from someone in his
industry, Bruce could see the potential immediately. He knew that the house had solid bones and he wanted to uncover and amplify that, rather than lose it altogether,’ says Lindie. This would require a nuanced strategy that was equal parts renovation and restoration. The floorboards were sanded down to reveal their grain, ceilings were removed to show the hand-hewn planks above and the room entrances were widened to create voluminous, open-plan spaces. The new layout was complemented by a cool, serene interior with an ethereal quality. ‘What I love in decorating is a sense of tension; that it is both quiet and dramatic,’ says Lindie. ‘It can’t be easy or prescriptive – that would be boring.’ Her tonic to this ‘nouveau classic’ style was an eclectic yet monastic approach to furniture and finishes, which has yielded uncluttered yet richly layered spaces. This sentiment couldn’t be clearer than in Lindie’s
in the sitting room weighted linen introduces a stately sense of importance, whereas in the upstairs bedrooms lighter fabric creates a cocooning softness. Similarly, there is a raw naturalness to the upholstery that infuses the interiors with a feeling of light and air. When it came to furniture, Lindie opted for a mismatch of chairs and tables – a clever synergy between Cape antiques, touches of Quaker-style simplicity and bold Brazilian modernist collectables. ‘All of these feed into the materiality of the home; the grain of the wood, the flecks in the marble,’ says Lindie. ‘There’s an honesty that isn’t over-embellished. It is precisely because of these noble materials that the interiors of this property will never date. ‘I think the house is really successful because even though every room is so specific in its function and appointment, there is still a common thread, this
use of fabric. In each room, curtain material has been carefully considered according to its function;
feeling of congruency. That’s what we set out to achieve: spaces that both challenge and enthral.’
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KITCHEN Antique pots and simple earthenware bring a beautiful rustic contrast to the room’s sleek lines and polished finishes. Ceramics, Hunter Gatherer and Artefect. The oil-on-canvas artwork is by Mia Chaplin
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KITCHEN An informal seating area was created with just a few key pieces to ensure this is a place to socialise. Pendant lights, Visual Comfort & Co. Chandelier, Delo. The island worktop is marble. Try Caesarstone for a marble-look surface
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DINING AREA The bold fireplace and dark wood table ground this scheme, while an ornate Forties Murano glass chandelier adds a delicate touch. Chandelier; French 19th-century table and chairs, all Take It For Granted MASTER BEDROOM Full-of-character hand-hewn planks were found under false ceilings in all the rooms of the house. French antique chandelier and tables, The Crown Collection. Italian custom linen, Heavenly Feather. Table lamps, Visual Comfort & Co
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ceiling fabric in a white or putty colour
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elongates a room and makes windows look finished and a scheme complete.
SMALL BUDGET, BIG IMPACT Rearranging furniture,
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FAVOURITE AFFORDABLE PIECE I love curtains as they soften spaces and create warmth. Floor-to-
Invest in good-quality furniture on a smaller scale. Pieces that are too big for the space cramp a room. Compact items are easier to move and more flexible.
YOUR STYLE IN THREE WORDS Warm, layered, detailed.
MASTER BATHROOM Marble was chosen for an elegant finish, but even the taps heighten the sense of grandeur. Walls in Grey Dawn Earthcote paint, Paintsmiths. Bath, Lavo Bathroom Concepts
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DRAWING ROOM Kate has balanced colour and pattern to create a soothing scheme. The rug ties the palette together. Rhodonite rug, Jennifer Manners. Arlo chair, Fiona Makes at Fiona McDonald; covered in Span in Honey, Christopher Farr Cloth
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t’s a telling sign that a home is ready for a rethink when you can barely battle your way beyond the front door for the sea of shoes, coats and school bags, and this was certainly the case for this Victorian terrace in west London. Having lived here for 13 years, its occupants – a family of five, plus a dog – had reached a stage where the house was no longer in step with their
which lies just off the hall. ‘The cupboards are deep enough for coats but I filled in the alcoves above them so that they don’t appear bulky in the room,’ says Kate, who sourced a pendant crafted from spalted beech, an organic design that chimes beautifully with the leafy block-printed wallpaper. In the kitchen, a new island was built to match the existing cabinets, and topped with a richly veined
busy lifestyle. ‘We were desperately short on storage and the children were growing up and needed their own space, but we all lived in the family room off the
marble to add a touch of pizzazz to the space. Kate is adept at creating layered schemes and while the main works were completed within the rigid
kitchen and never used the first-floor drawing room,’ recalls the owner. ‘I was also ready to introduce more colour – I was tired of white walls.’ The owners, who both have demanding jobs, had recently completed a lengthy project building a second home in the Cotswolds, and they were determined that in contrast, speed should be of the essence when
timeline, it was inevitable that some pieces would be added at a gentler pace. ‘It’s important to leave a few holes,’ she says. ‘For example, once the key items were in place in the drawing room, I suggested adding an enormous table lamp as I realised the space could take it – this is the sort of thing that I couldn’t have envisaged at the planning stage.’
refurbishing this home. ‘I was given six weeks over the school holidays to carry out the works,’ says interior designer Kate Arbuthnott, who was tasked with the ambitious plan of not only redecorating throughout but also tweaking the kitchen, redesigning the bathrooms and building fitted storage in many of the spaces. The owner is used to making decisions fast and this proved fortuitous when it came to putting together the schemes. ‘She would rapidly alight on a few hero pieces that then guided me for the rest of the room,’ says Kate, pointing out an abstract print that the owner fell in love with and was used to upholster a pair of Sixties-style armchairs in the drawing room. ‘This then inspired much of the palette in the space, such as the soft blues and the gorgeous amethyst glass wall lights,’ says Kate. It also provided the cue for the wall treatment, a rich tobacco-hued grass cloth that beautifully offsets the owners’ art.
The owner admits that Kate nudged her to make braver decisions than she would have taken alone. ‘I would never have chosen the colourful coir stair runner but it is beautiful and practical,’ she says. When Kate suggested a bold pink wallpaper for the tiny downstairs cloakroom – with woodwork in a matching rhubarb pink – the owner wondered if she had gone a step too far. ‘I called her up saying, “I hate the loo!”,’ she remembers. ‘Kate suggested I should live with it for a few days and now I really do like it, as does my husband who is the least pink person. ‘The house now gets used in a much more fluid way; it is a inviting place for entertaining and my husband and I love the fact that we have a comfortable drawing room to retreat to. Even the children comment on how much better it is to live in. I think that everyone has fallen in love with the house all over again.’ &
Kate had generous cupboards built into the alcoves either side of the chimney breast in the dining room,
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a low chest of drawers as a bedside table so you can use it for clothes and not have to clutter up your room with
SMALL BUDGET, BIG IMPACT A strong paint colour gives great bang for your buck. Pictures especially look great against deeper backgrounds.
QUICK DECORATING FIX One or two lovely lampshades for existing bases… instant hit!
FAVOURITE PIECE I am currently obsessed with the scalloped jute rugs from Tate & Darby. I have bought three for a dark flagstone corridor in my house and they have immediately lifted and softened it.
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too much hard furniture.
GO-TO COLOURS Farrow & Ball’s Setting Plaster or Edward Bulmer’s Cuisse de Nymphe Emue – both wonderful warm pinks, perfect for a bedroom.
YOUR STYLE IN THREE WORDS Warm, inviting, layered… I’m no minimalist.
WHAT’S NEXT Several projects in London, country houses in Scotland and Leicestershire, as well as work on my own house in Somerset.
KITCHEN A new island unit, which is topped with a striking veined marble, incorporates drawers designated to each child. Calacatta Tigre honed marble worktop, Artisans of Devizes. Cupboards in French Gray, Farrow & Ball. Handles, Chloe Alberry
DINING ROOM The table could not be centred underneath the ceiling rose, so Kate mitigated the problem by sourcing this unusual asymmetrical pendant. Cupola chandelier, Tamasine Osher Design. Hand-printed Chestnut wallpaper, Marthe Armitage
ENTRANCE HALL Clever use of pattern, such as this vibrant stair runner, is Kate’s stock-in-trade. Peacock natural coir matting, Sinclair Till. Insect prints (just seen), Adam Ellis
CLOAKROOM The door has been painted a deep pink to match the wallpaper and splashback, creating a more cohesive feel. Palampore Blossom wallpaper in Pink and Red, Soane. Woodwork in Rhubarb, Paint & Paper Library
DAUGHTER’S BEDROOM Inset shelving is a space-saving solution. Headboard in Kaliska in Rose Indien, Manuel Canovas at Colefax and Fowler. Bespoke Altiplano brocade cushion, A Rum Fellow
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Slowly and meticulously, Ali and Ian Heath have graced their Georgian townhouse with cherished finds to create a home full of memories WORDS AGATHA BELL PHOTOGRAPHY ALUN CALLENDER
KITCHEN The addition of a traditional orangery has transformed the family’s cook space. Cabinetry and Carrara marble worktops, Thomas Ford & Sons. For a marblelook worktop, try Caesarstone
DINING ROOM Antique botanical prints in linen-backed frames create a distinctive gallery wall. Antique prints,The Bluebird of Happiness. Framing, The Haslemere Framing Co. Zinc planter, The King & I
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DINING ROOM With strong and striking silhouettes, every piece in this pared-back space earns its place. Table, Appel + Hardwick. Wall light and chairs, all Igigi General Store. Footed bowl, Astier de Villatte SITTING ROOM Natural textures such as linen and wood bring a sense of warmth and depth to this scheme. Sofa recovered in antique linen, Igigi General Store. Poul Kjaerholm coffee table, Lots Road Auctions. Collage painting, Liza Giles
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the backdrop for treasured finds sourced through work, travel and life. ‘Every piece recalls a special memory of a time, person or place,’ says Ali. ‘They include the heavy antique gilt frame I sourced on one of my first buying trips, the Man Hat Tan abstract Ian bought for me from a street seller in New York and large corals from a market in Île de Ré.’ As Ali’s days as an antiques dealer evolved into publishing – freelancing for interiors magazines and newspapers for the past 14 years – her style became more pared back. ‘Pieces now have to earn their place – functionality and authenticity are as
symmetrical proportions and abundant period details: fireplaces, shuttered sash windows, bread oven, staircase and walled garden. Soon after moving in, Ali set up an antiques company, and over two decades the house’s original features have formed
important as aesthetic and form,’ she says. This change in style coincided with work on the house, too. Following a water leak three years ago, a planned kitchen refurbishment triggered the start of a larger update: the new kitchen was extended →
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SNUG Ali likes to mix styles as it instantly makes a room feel relaxed. Peg rail, WoodEdit. Puck side table, Benchmark. Lohals rug, Ikea
GARDEN This antique French table among billowy hydrangeas is one of many seating spots. Chairs, Sunbury Antiques Market
EXTERIOR Built in 1750, the house retains its original front door, sash windows and railings. Similar Dolly planters, Bowley & Jackson
SNUG ‘My collections are always evolving,’ says Ali. ‘But each piece is personal to me.’ Bluebell sofa, Sofa.com. Sheep photograph print, Emma Lewis
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down into the light-filled orangery, bathrooms were modernised and spaces were rethought to better suit family life. ‘We also introduced more natural materials – marble, wood, limestone and concrete. They have a restorative patina that will become more beautiful with age,’ Ali says. Throughout, chalky colours in variations of stone, pale grey and off-white are balanced with earthier hues of caramel, tobacco, brown and soft black. Monochrome schemes allow one-off antiques to sit comfortably alongside a few statement pieces
is relaxing and intuitive to buy for,’ says Ali. ‘For me the alchemy is more potent when you mix old, new and handmade – it makes a home feel relaxed.’ Natural textures also abound in the form of linen bedding, hemp-covered sofas and chairs, Injiri throws, cashmere blankets, jute weaves, distressed wood and antique lampshades. ‘There is nothing better than a kitchen with soft lamp light – spaces should always feel enticing, never just functional.’ The schemes are punctuated with ceramics and foraged finds alongside artwork – 18th- and 19th-
and select Modernist finds, including a muchfavoured Poul Kjaerholm coffee table. Even the family Labrador, Purdey, blends with an antique linen-covered sofa that he’s become partial to. ‘A simple palette lends a cohesive calmness that
century portraits and brocante buys juxtaposed with more abstract and contemporary pieces. ‘I am driven by the visual,’ says Ali. ‘Spaces and collections are always evolving, but each piece is personal to our family story, and that really matters to me.’ &
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MASTER EN SUITE The long, slim-profile concrete sink and brass fixtures add a contemporary note. Basin, Bert & May. Taps, Studio Ore. Real Deal mirror, Loaf. Pendant light, Tala
BEDROOM Throughout the house, every design decision is a considered choice. Here, a beautiful antique armoire provides storage for bed linen. Abstract artwork, Liza Giles. For a similar armoire, try The French Bedroom Company
INSIDER INSIGHT Interiors writer and stylist Ali Heath shares her tips
SMALL BUDGET, BIG IMPACT Simple, fine linen sash-window panels – affordable and chic.
QUICK FIX Always paint. Choose a palette that flows easily – the effect is transformative.
SPACE-SAVING IDEA Wall-to-wall peg rails for off-the-floor basket storage.
DESIGN HEROES Studio Oliver Gustav, Maison Hand, Axel Vervoordt, Roman and Williams and Cassandra Ellis are firm favourites.
SECRET ADDRESS Le Salon de Mam Muti in Île de Ré. This tiny store is inspirational beyond words.
LATEST PURCHASE A Wayne Pate painting. FAVOURITE BUILDING Liberty of London. I love going there with my daughter Grace.
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MASTER BEDROOM A decorative headboard, rustic bench and simple linens give this tranquil retreat the feel of a French country house. Linen bedding, Piglet. Blind fabric, de Le Cuona. Rien pendant light, Astier de Villatte
WHERE TIME STANDS STILL The owner of this farmhouse in the Hälsingland region of Sweden has gone to elaborate lengths to preserve its character WORDS JULIET BENNING STYLING GILL RENLUND PHOTOGRAPHY JOHAN SELLÉN/LIVING INSIDE
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KITCHEN A carpenter made units to match the original grey one by the window. The stencilling on the walls is an original Hälsingland pattern. Find a similar marriage cupboard at The Decorative Collective
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STUDY Monica peeled back many layers to reveal the original wallpaper, which she restored. The combination of border paper, stencilling and splatter paint adds quirky character. For a globe like this one, try Stanfords
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hen Monica Liljedahl inherited the farm that had been in her family since the late 1600s, she vowed to honour and restore its traditional interiors. ‘It’s the house that set up the rules and I have had to listen carefully,’ she says. Such was Monica’s devotion to the renovation of the property that during the
was used purely for agriculture, but it has since become a holiday retreat. ‘The fields are leased to local farmers to keep the landscape open,’ she says. Much of the property’s original furniture, which was made on the farm, has been preserved, with Monica supplementing these heirlooms with her own finds from antiques markets. ‘The old table in the kitchen is marked with the date 1750 and the
project, she herself became an authority on the paint stencilling and splatter techniques that are so characteristic of the region.
cabinet 1826,’ she says. Passing through the house, the rooms are like individual time capsules, each one with a distinct character that comes from the
Hälsingland, in central Sweden, is famous for its decorated farmhouses, which are so well preserved that collectively the area has become a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Like the others, Monica’s farm is comprised of a large farmhouse with around 15 smaller buildings surrounding it. Typical of the agricultural properties in Hälsingland,
differing periods. ‘My family never threw anything away so every room maintains the style of the period it was decorated in,’ says Monica. In the oldest part, the kitchen and parlour, she worked tirelessly to scrape away the wallpaper to reveal the timber walls complete with moss growing between the panels. But the particular focus of the restoration was on
the house’s timber walls are painted in the red Falu paint that is made from by-products of the mining process at the famous Falun mine. For Monica, who works as a librarian and lives in Stockholm, inheriting the farm meant seizing every available opportunity to escape the city with her family – whether it be for Easter, midsummer or the crayfish parties of late summer. ‘It’s a fantastic place to have for the weekends,’ she says. ‘It takes about three-and-a-half hours to reach by car. In autumn, there is an abundance of foraging to be done, for berries and mushrooms. In the winter, we can ski and in the summer, we have our own swimming spot by the forest river; and, of course, we have a sauna,’ she adds, gleefully. Despite the passing of time, the farm has very much clung on to its original character. ‘It’s still entirely intact and has never been subdivided, so it
the stencil (schablon) and splatter patterns and wallpaper that are so unique to the farmhouses of Hälsingland. ‘I took a course to learn stencil painting and how to make my own oil tempera,’ she says. Under the layers of wallpaper, she found the original styles, which she restored. Where it wasn’t possible, she sourced patterns that were typical of the area. Donning a swimming cap, Monica used an old whisker made of birch twigs to create a splatter paint effect in the study and hallway, thoroughly dousing herself during the process. There is little or no evidence of the modern way of life at the farm, with Monica often favouring candlelight over electric. ‘Each room tells its own story and there are many tales from the farm,’ she says. ‘We even have our own ghost, said to be a nurse in a 19th-century uniform.’ But unlike the apparition, Monica’s farm is very real, and remains an atmospheric and
hasn’t changed,’ says Monica. Up until 1965, the farm
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LIVING AREA In this room – one of the oldest in the house – moss can be seen between the wooden panels. Monica spent hours stripping back the walls to reveal the original timber. Try John Lewis & Partners for a sheepskin rug EXTERIOR The farmhouse is painted in the traditional red Falu paint of the region, which is made from by-products of the mining process at Falun mine
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HALLWAY The orange wall colour was created using a locally made matt linseed oil paint. Monica’s grandmother made the rag rug; Trendcarpet sells similar designs from Sweden
BEDROOM Pure white bedding and a pale green wall lift the dark wood tones, while the delicate sheer curtain adds a sense of whimsical romance. Wall in linseed oil paint by Gysinge
INSIDER INSIGHT Monica Liljedahl shares her tips
QUICK DECORATING FIX You can never have too many wild flower arrangements to make an interior inviting. We’re lucky to have so many growing in our garden.
SMALL BUDGET, BIG IMPACT In my old barns, I found benches, tools and buckets that were never designed for a domestic interior but make great additions to a rustic kitchen.
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Ian and Armi’s home leads out on to an urban oasis. The raised beds feature euphorbias, fleabane, ornamental grasses, sage, thyme and purple alliums
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CONTEMPORARY COURTYARD Hand-me-down and self-seeded plants, affordable design and salvaged treasures lie behind the success of a garden that embodies its owners’ vision of inside-outside living WORDS AND PHOTOGRAPHY NICOLA STOCKEN
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t takes but a few steps through Ian and Armi Maddison’s front door to be riveted by what lies behind the traditional Victorian brick façade. ‘When you first enter the house, there’s a wow factor from the panoramic view of the garden. It’s modern, secluded and totally unexpected,’ explains Armi, an artist. The floor-to-ceiling windows opening on three sides ensure that the
Armi. Clumps of blue fescue are dotted around in the gravel, miscanthus add feathery seed heads in autumn, Stipa tenuissima self-seeds freely in beds along with aquilegias, and pheasant’s tail grass grows anywhere — the rusty leaves look wonderful cascading out of an old water tank alongside Erigeron karvinskianus and Erysimum mutabile. Many of the plants have been handed to them,
garden is a natural extension to the house. Designed by the award-winning architect Kim Dreyer, the house was built just five years ago and
such as a cutting from her mother of the perennial wallflower, Erysimum ‘Artist Paintbox’, and there’s cuttings from other gardeners. It all makes for a
replaces a Victorian cottage – apart from the front façade – in a quiet street in the town of East Molesey, Surrey. ‘The cottage had been empty for four years,’ recalls Armi. ‘We needed a lot of creative vision to see past what was there, and to imagine the potential.’ The mature, small-leaved Japanese acer was the saving grace and became a beautiful centrepiece.
low-maintenance garden with easy-going plants, such as plain-leaved or variegated sages, lime green euphorbias, a cardoon with leaves of a silvery grey similar to those on wallflower ‘Bowles’s Mauve’, and phlomis. ‘I collect favourite flowers to use for the printing classes I organise in my studio,’ Armi adds. ‘It is of the utmost importance to surround myself
‘The acer provided a very obvious starting point, and gave us the idea of a raised bed, bordered by French oak railway sleepers,’ explains Armi. Many of the items that give the garden its strong sense of individuality come from the demolished cottage and outbuildings. The dining area wall, for example, is faced in wide boards salvaged from the cottage, while the corrugated iron that clads one side of the shed and its door is old roofing. ‘And the three old galvanised water tanks used as containers were rescued from the undergrowth,’ she adds. Establishing an uninterrupted passage between house, veranda and studio prompted the decision to have a lawn-free zone. Two raised beds keep soil and gravel apart, while also providing structure, additional seating and home to a variety of droughttolerant plants, inspired by visits to Derek Jarman’s garden at Prospect Cottage in Dungeness, Kent.
with visual things that bring joy,’ she says. ‘The ever-changing colours, the textures, the shapes and light found in this little haven satisfy all of that.’ &
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(Clockwise, from top left) Beneath the canopy of the Acer palmatum, a raised bed is planted with drought-tolerant grasses, Erysimum ‘Bowles’s Mauve’, lamb’s ears, phlomis and herbs; a broad and shallow copper bowl creates a simple water feature on the edge of a wooden deck beside a clump of fleabane; beyond the raised beds and gravel is a covered dining area, furnished with items reclaimed from the original garden; seen through a window of foliage, a flaming firepit is reflected in the house windows; a salvaged galvanised water trough is converted into a water feature and planted with irises and water lilies
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CREATE A COMPACT WORKSPACE As working from home is becoming more commonplace, many of us are having to carve out a suitable area, and sliding doors are a handy way to hide unsightly elements while allowing for more floor area. You won’t be able to hang artworks on the doors as that will prevent them from moving into their pockets, so instead think about the finish – choose a highly grained walnut or teak effect for an understated look. Here, the busy open-plan work area is balanced by clear floor space underneath. The horizontal lines formed by the shelves and desk are subtly picked up on the door fascia, adding a neat design detail, particularly when the door is open. →
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“IN A TINY BATHROOM WHERE THERE IS NO SPACE FOR A STORAGE UNIT, PRETTY TINTED GLASS FOR TOWELS AND PRODUCTS” ANNA BURLES, founder, Run For The Hills, runforthehills.com
SLOT IT IN
Built-in shelves not only provide ample storage space but can be used to unite a split-level room, as demonstrated in this scheme by Kelling Designs (top left). Occasional furniture, such as this coffee table, provides additional seating – each of the wedges can be pulled out to use as a stool.
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If the passage between a master bedroom and bathroom is wide enough (top right), consider adding a shower enclosure. ‘Ensure it sits seamlessly in the background by using clear glass – possibly with a modesty panel – and a flush-to-floor tray,’ says Kirsten Wain of West One Bathrooms.
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Voids below stairs are often neglected and not used to their full potential. This design by Blakes London (above) demonstrates how to make the most of this area by using it to house the bulkiest items in a kitchen, such as a larder cupboard and an American-style fridge freezer.
PHOTOGRAPHS (SLOT IT IN) SEBASTIAN NICHOLAS; (HALL OF MIRRORS) KATE MARTIN/TI-MEDIACONTENT.COM; (DOWN UNDER) @82MMPHOTOGRAPHY
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ADD A WINDOW SEAT When it comes to designing a storage bench beneath a window, proportions are key, says Irene Gunter of Gunter & Co Interiors, who designed this bedroom scheme. ‘Often people make them too skinny, which means they’ll still look attractive but will barely be used as they aren’t comfortable,’ she says. ‘Height is important, too. They need to be tall enough to provide substantial storage, but not so high that the sitter can’t easily get off and on.’ Ideally, they should be 50cm deep and between 50cm and 60cm in height. In this scheme, Irene has added more surface space by creating a narrow dressing table to fit in the chimney breast alcove. →
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Adding new stairs will bite into a budget but a contemporary design can open up the space and create volume. ‘By keeping the staircase lightweight, with a soft geometry, and creating a central void, even a small one, the sense of space and flow is maximised,’ explains architect Rodrigo Moreno Masey of Moreno Masey. ‘It’s simple, but it works.’ Use materials to further underline the sense of continuity between levels. Here, a bleached-oak landing is carried to the sill step and up the open treads of the stairwell, helping to subtly stitch together the spaces.
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“REMEMBER THAT WINDOWSILLS ARE ESSENTIALLY ANOTHER SHELF, SO TRY TO MAKE THE MOST OF THEM”
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KATHARINE POOLEY, founder, Katharine Pooley, katharinepooley.com
RAISE THE ROOF
Converting an attic into a bedroom suite (top right) is a clever use of what was originally intended as little more than storage space. Create a light and seamless flow by using pale colours on the walls and add built-in wardrobes, cupboards and flooring with a bleached-out veneer finish.
SMALL WONDER
Compact spaces lend themselves to pattern mixing, but choose designs that vary in scale so the clash doesn’t become overpowering. This bedroom (above left) by Ben Pentreath offsets a large-scale emerald green wallpaper by Soane with a stripy blanket and a solid-blue lampshade.
HOT DESK
When designing a study area in the kitchen, keep paperwork and office equipment out of sight by placing them in a built-in cupboard (above right) with doors that can be closed when not in use. Add a punch with a striking upholstered stool that can slide underneath the desk. →
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“DON’ T BECOME OBSESSED WITH TRYING TO MAKE SMALLER SPACES SEEM BIGGER. SMALL CAN BE BEAUTIFUL. IF YOU NEED A BIG DESK BUT DON’ T HAVE MUCH SPACE, CUT BACK ON THE CLUTTER AND DON’ T OVER-STYLE”
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When planning an en-suite bathroom in a loft bedroom, position the shower where the ceiling height is the highest, and place bathroom units underneath the eaves. In this scheme (top left), a frosted-glass partition provides privacy without seeming to encroach on the bedroom space.
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Use colour and pattern to turn small spaces into something fun and unexpected. Beata Heuman has transformed this staircase void into a tiny bathroom (above left), using an all-over seashell pink on the walls with a lively marbleised pleated curtain and playful bone china shell lights.
SHELF SPACE
Maximise the possibilities of built-in bookshelves by carving out a desk space in the middle of the unit (above). To achieve this, the desk will need to be twice the depth of the shelves. Consider having a matching library ladder made, which will add a practical as well as an erudite touch.
PHOTOGRAPHS (ALL TIME HIGH) PAUL MASSEY/TI-MEDIACONTENT.COM; (UNDER COVER) SIMON BROWN; (SHELF SPACE) BRENT DARBY/TI-MEDIACONTENT.COM
KATIE HARBISON, senior designer, Banda, bandaproperty.co.uk
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CHOOSE BUILT-IN CUPBOARDS To maximise space and create a sense of balance in this room, Roselind Wilson Design fitted joinery into the apex of the ceiling while leaving the beams and trusses exposed. Whenever planning a space with strong architectural features, try not to add furnishings that conflict with them. Take a more subtle approach. ‘The doors are constructed of ash veneer with antique brass handles,’ says Roselind Wilson of Roselind Wilson Design. ‘A dark timber ladder provides a contrast. Hooks fitted to the side of the cupboards mean that the ladder can be stored away.’ →
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“GO UP, UP, UP – BUILD CABINETS INTO YOUR WALLS, ADD SHELVES, MAKE THE BEST USE OF YOUR WALL SPACE – THERE’S A LOT OF IT AND SPACE LIKE FURNITURE ON THE GROUND WILL” KATHARINE POOLEY, founder, Katharine Pooley, katharinepooley.com
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When a front door opens into the sitting room (top left), consider a broken-plan hallway. ‘A space between the street and living area creates a moment of transition,’ says architect Max de Rosee of De Rosee Sa. ‘Here, we wanted the screen to be a piece of furniture and to stand out from the architecture.’
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Staircases that double as bookshelves are the ultimate way of ensuring maximum use of space while making a stylish statement at the same time. When the stairs are used on an occasional basis, be extra inventive with an eye-catching alternating tread design (top right).
SHAPE UP
Awkward ceiling shapes in loft conversions can be cleverly incorporated into an en-suite bathroom with fixtures such as shower heads built into sloping walls. In this scheme (above), sandblasted glass panelling neatly partitions the bathroom from the sleeping area.
PHOTOGRAPHS (IN TRANSITION) ALEXANDER JAMES; (STEP TOGETHER) PAUL MASSEY/ TI-MEDIACONTENT.COM; (SHAPE UP) MATTHEW WILLIAMS/TI-MEDIACONTENT.COM
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INSIDER INSIGHT EXPERT ADVICE FOR MAXIMISING SPACE IN YOUR HOME CONSIDER THE LAYOUT When trying to make the most of limited space, take time to consider the natural flow through rooms, recommends Victoria Wormsley of French-Brooks Interiors. ‘Think about how people are going to pass through the space and ask if you really need each and every door [but be aware that some will need to be retained for fire regulations, particularly when it comes to kitchens]. Where possible, remove doors and architraves to improve the flow.’
DECORATIVE DETAILS Use colour and surface finishes to maximise the feeling of space, in lieu of being able to enlarge room dimensions. Antique mirrored walls can be an effective way to create the illusion of a much wider space – being particularly effective either on the backs of the recesses either side of a chimney breast or in a narrow galley-style kitchen. ‘Take it further and use reflective finishes on the joinery and recessed handles,’ says Nick Stuttard, co-founder of London Projects. ‘They reflect light back into the room and streamline surfaces, minimising any awkwardness in moving around a narrow space.’
STORAGE SOLUTIONS Built-in furniture will make every nook and cranny work as hard as possible and offers the chance to be inventive when it comes to finding extra spaces that can house cupboards and drawers. ‘We’ve seen substantial growth over the past few years in homeowners converting their under-stair area due in no small part to the increasing strain our homes are under in
terms of space,’ says Simon Tcherniak, senior furniture designer at Neville Johnson. ‘Currently, the focus seems to be on using it as a workspace area for all the family – though it’s also being transformed into more of a multifunctional area, especially now that more of us are deciding to renovate rather than relocate.’
DECLUTTERING TIPS One way to create the illusion of space is to rid the surface areas of clutter but be realistic before setting out. It’s never going to be entirely possible to live without various small useful things, which need storing away somewhere, believes Sandrine Zhang Ferron, founder of Vinterior. ‘So create small areas of storage that are both practical and add style to your home, from roomier pieces like library cabinets down to biscuit tins to squeeze into a corner.’ &
“BUILT-IN FURNITURE GIVES PEOPLE PRECISELY WHAT THEY REQUIRE. IT WORKS PARTICULARLY WELL IN THOSE AREAS THAT ARE AWKWARDLY SHAPED AND FITS DIFFERENT REQUIREMENTS SUCH AS MORE SHOE OR HANGING SPACE OR EXTRA DRAWERS” CHARLOTTE CROSLAND, founder, Charlotte Crosland Interiors, charlottecrosland.com
THE SOURCEBOOK: CREATING SPACE NEATSMITH This family-run company designs and installs bespoke wardrobes and walk-in dressing rooms, including everything from the cabinetry and doors to built-in lighting and space-saving clothes rails, neatsmith.co.uk
HEAL’S For neat storage solutions, look to this retailer, which has been designing, making and selling furniture since 1810. It offers an ever-evolving collection of products, from shelving systems and sideboards to blanket boxes and baskets, heals.com
NEVILLE JOHNSON In business for more than 30 years, this firm designs bespoke staircases in a range of styles. As well as creating new staircases, the company can also transform existing ones using glass, timber or steel, nevillejohnson.co.uk
MARTIN MOORE Established in 1975, this family-owned kitchen cabinet maker and joiner specialises in classic furniture for both traditional and contemporary homes. Every piece is hand made to order in its Yorkshire workshop, martinmoore.com
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AFTER LEAVING SCHOOL at 16 to pursue
Talk us through how you create your artwork...
her love of fine art, Simone Webb eventually made the decision to explore the digital art world, embarking on a degree in graphic design and illustration at De Montfort University. Despite initial reservations, she found it transformed her creative style for the better. Now based in Brighton, Simone combines the traditional methods she knows and loves with more contemporary digital techniques to create striking artworks inspired by the transient beauty that can be found in nature. Here, she tells us more. What is the story behind your style? While I love flowers, I’m not green-fingered myself. Any attempt at keeping them thriving ended in failure, which led me to think about creating something that would last longer. Flora and fauna bloom and decay in painterly gestures across stark backgrounds – a fusion of their life cycle from beginning to end. They float gently, transcending
I paint elements in acrylic, which I then scan into my computer and combine digitally in Photoshop before printing and adding accents, mainly gold leaf. I begin a piece with certain colours in mind, but they often change. I just go with what feels right in the moment. Tell us about your influences? I love the works of Jacob van Walscapelle and James Jean. I take a lot of colour inspiration from 18th century artworks, the rococo movement in particular. Any artists you are impressed with at the moment? I visited Nick Knight’s exhibition at Albion Barn in Oxford recently, which I found inspiring.
time and space, which I hope ignites a sense of serenity and peace within the viewer.
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SPRING C h a t s w o r t h’s S t e v e Po r t e r r e v e a l s t h e b e s t w a y t o g r o w s p r i n g p l a n t s t o ge t t h e g a r d e n i n g y e a r o f f t o a s p e c t a c u l a r s t a r t What do you begin to notice as winter disappears? Spring means new life in the garden and marks a special time of year for me. The first signs of growth are emerging and in the kitchen garden the fruit
of colour, although my favourite for background interest is Viburnum x burkwoodii. It isn’t as showy as the other shrubs, but its elegant white or pale pink spring flowers have an amazing fragrance.
trees are bursting into bloom. What are the main tasks at this time of year? We will be prepping the gardens by mulching the soil with layers of compost as the ground warms up, pruning plants that flower later in the year, and removing any stems damaged by winter storms. What are your favourite seasonal plants? I love the lilacs and daphnes – we tuck them behind seating to treat visitors to their wonderful fragrances. Both require a moisture-retentive soil that’s not too wet. Happy in sun or part-shade, these hardy shrubs are not too fussy, although young plants may need some protection from bitterly cold weather. What plants would you recommend for background interest in spring? The big rhododendrons, camellias and magnolias are hard to beat in spring, when their flowers offer a riot
What’s new for 2020? We’re implementing a conservation programme and my job this spring is to continue working on our newest area, Arcadia. We’re planting over 70,000 bulbs and perennials in new glades that have been created in this 15-acre woodland garden, adding to the biodiversity and interest. What are your top jobs for gardeners this spring? Remove all the weeds in your garden now before they flower and set seed, and give the garden a good tidy-up. Cut back the old stems of deciduous grasses and perennials to allow new growth to come through, and divide perennials to make new plants. Any small changes to create a big impact in spring? Plant bulbs in autumn in pots and borders for spring colour. Choose a range that flower at different times for a long season of interest – wood anemones, then daffodils, such as the dainty white ‘Thalia’, for flowers in April, and then tulips for May.
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WHEN TO VISIT Chatsworth Garden in Derbyshire (chatsworth.org) is open from 21 March 2020 to 3 January 2021, apart from 24, 25, 26 December and 1 January.
(Clockwise from this picture) Spring bulbs and flowers in Chatsworth’s rock garden; tulips fill gaps between crops in the kitchen garden; scented hyacinths paired with grape hyacinths; leaf and blossom buds burst open along the Arboretum Walk; espaliered cherry trees
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SUMMER To m B r o w n o f We s t D e a n G a r d e n s u s e s a n nu a l s f o r s u m m e r c olou r a nd s ug ge s t s s pa c e - sav i ng f r u it a nd veg for sma l l g a r den s
A celebration of all the hard work that’s gone on beforehand, summer is unrivalled for its spectacle of flowers and lush foliage. It’s an exciting time for any gardener and I’m no exception. What are the main tasks for this season? Watering, weeding and grass-cutting, of course, but the main job is actually feeding, especially the plants we grow in pots and the crops in the kitchen garden. We apply a high potash feed in summer to keep the flowers blooming and to encourage fruits to form. Anything new in the garden in 2020? We are renowned for courses here at West Dean and floristry is becoming increasingly popular, so this year we’re enhancing our cutting garden to give students a taste of what they can grow at home. What are your favourite seasonal plants and why? Favourites include dahlias – a cutting-garden mainstay – and annuals, which are hard to beat for summer colour. Cosmos, zinnias, larkspur and sweet peas are all great choices. We sow most annuals in spring in
pots indoors, and transfer them to an open, sunny site in late May or June. My tip is to water the plants well for the first three weeks after planting until they’ve established a good root system, then ease off a little, and feed every week or two when they start to flower. What edibles are good for sowing or harvesting? Beans are the perfect summer crop – runner beans and climbing French beans crop reliably if the weather isn’t too hot or dry. Courgettes are another favourite for summer, and just one or two plants will give enough fruits to feed a family. Which crops can people grow easily in a small space during the summer? Fast-maturing crops that don’t take up much space, including radishes and lettuces, and herbs such as parsley and dill. Also try sowing pak choi and fennel bulbs at the end of June for an autumn harvest. What is your number one tip in summer? Deadhead – or actually ‘live-head’ to be more precise. Remove the flower stems of annuals and perennials just as the blooms are opening – pop them in a vase for your home. This encourages the plants to make more flowers and keeps them compact and neat.
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WHEN TO VISIT West Dean Gardens in Sussex (westdean.org.uk/gardens) is open all year, except over the Christmas period. The college also offers a range of gardening courses, including floristry.
PHOTOGRAPHS (SWEET PEAS) VICKI ISTED; (PERGOLA) GWI/TREVOR SIMS
How do you describe the magic of this time of year?
(Clockwise from this picture) The long perennial summer borders; sweet peas bring pops of colour and scent; summer crops and herbs in the kitchen garden; dahlias flourish in the cutting garden; roses and clematis on a pergola create a tunnel of flowers
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I’m from Sweden where the growing season is much shorter, so for me the long British autumns are a treat, with their soft light, subtle textures and beautiful red, orange and gold leaf tints. What keeps you busy at this time of year? As with any mature garden, there are plenty of areas in need of rejuvenation. In autumn, we are busy filling empty gaps in the borders and preparing the ground for spring planting. What are your favourite autumn plants? Ornamental grasses erupt into flower at this time of year, adding texture and movement to the borders. Great choices include Panicum virgatum ‘Purple Haze’, which has purple-tinted foliage, Miscanthus sinensis ‘Ghana’, with its coppery tones, and Molinia caerulea subsp. arundinacea ‘Transparent’ (or tall moor grass) which produces a soft haze with its long, airy plumes. There are ornamental grasses for any garden, aspect and type of soil, but these ones need moisture-retentive soil and full sun.
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How would you show them to best advantage? Combine your grasses with other late-flowering plants, such as the stately eupatorium and smaller rudbeckias, asters and aconitums. How do you include texture in this season? Seed heads are the stars of autumn – I love the licorice plant relative, Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis, which has eye-catching seed heads. Include berries, too: purple callicarpa and pink/orange euonymus. What plants are best for autumn leaf colour? We have some beauties here, including the swamp cypress Taxodium distichum, which fires up in autumn, the aptly named golden larch, Pseudolarix amabilis, and ginkgo, which turns butter-yellow. What were Beth Chatto’s gardening principles? I was lucky enough to train under Beth, whose principle ‘right plant, right place’ means looking at where plants grow in the wild and choosing a spot in the garden for them that mimics those conditions. Do you have any design tips for keen gardeners? Focus on foliage shapes and textures, rather than flower colour, and include verticals to draw the eye upwards, mound-forming plants as a middle layer, and short ground-cover plants underneath. WHEN TO VISIT The Beth Chatto Gardens in Essex (bethchatto.co.uk) is open every day apart from the days between Christmas and New Year.
PHOTOGRAPHS (GINKGO CANOPY) DAVID WARD; (ALL OTHER IMAGES, OPPOSITE PAGE) ASA GREGERS-WARG
What makes this season so special?
(Clockwise from this picture) The Water Garden provides a stunning seasonal show; Japanese maple and Solomon’s seal light up the Woodland Garden; rudbeckias and eupatoriums continue to bloom in early autumn; ginkgo trees create a yellow canopy; the Gravel Garden
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What is winter like in the garden? It’s a special moment in the year when the leaves have fallen and you can see the skeletal structures of the trees in all their glory. And winter-flowering plants you may not have noticed until now suddenly have their time in the spotlight. What are your main jobs at this time of year? It’s surprisingly busy. We prune the roses and some fruit trees, and clip the trees in our Lime Walk. The glasshouses are cleaned, ready for spring. Are you planning anything new this year? No new areas, but we are planning to enhance our Winter Garden, which is ten years old this year. We want to make it more accessible to visitors and will also be working on some new planting designs. What are your favourite winter plants? I love the fragrant plants, such as winter honeysuckle Lonicera fragrantissima and the witch hazels, with their delicate spidery flowers and intense perfume. I see visitors literally stopping in their tracks when they get a whiff of them.
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How do you bring structure to the winter garden? We have beautiful dogwoods, which form dazzling clumps of colourful winter stems, and the elegant Himalayan birches Betula utilis, with their snow-white stems, which create wonderful structure in winter. I also love the ghost bramble Rubus thibetanus, which produces tangles of silvery prickly stems that sparkle when dusted with frost. Are they easy to grow? The birches and bramble are happy in a sunny site and reasonably moist soil, while the dogwoods, such as Cornus sanguinea ‘Anny’s Winter Orange’, need damper conditions to thrive – a spot by a natural water feature would suit them best. Are there any new gardening trends for 2020? Biodiversity is the buzzword at the moment and we’re trying to include a wider range of plants to attract more wildlife. Mahonias, for example, flower in winter and offer pollen to bees that wake early. How can people use evergreens in a small garden? Many evergreens can grow very big if left to their own devices so I’d choose those that you can clip into shape, such as yew. Or plant small-leaved hebes, which are fairly hardy and make nice winter features. WHEN TO VISIT Mottisfont in Hampshire (nationaltrust.org.uk/mottisfont) is open all year, except 24 and 25 December and 1 January.
PHOTOGRAPHS (JONNY NORTON) NATIONAL TRUST IMAGES/JOHN MILLER; (ALL OTHER IMAGES) NATIONAL TRUST IMAGES/CAROLE DRAKE
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(Clockwise from this picture) Sparkling white birch with evergreen ground cover; the Snowdrop Walk is a seasonal highlight; witch hazel is one of Jonny’s winter favourites; a contemporary bench creates a focal point; stems of ghost bramble, Rubus thibetanus
DREA M SITTING ROOM INTERIOR DESIGNER EBBA THOTT REVEALS HOW THIS SCHEME’S ELEGANT LOOK BALANCES CLASSIC WITH CONTEMPORARY
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Safari chairs by Kaare Klint; Bonddot tray table by Carl Auböck; stoneware bowl (on table) by Aage & Kasper Würtz, all Sigmar. Daya striped cushions, £65 each, Caravane. Plafonnier Pivotants ceiling light, Serge Mouille at Twentytwentyone. Walls in Cornforth White estate emulsion, £46.50 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball. Woodwork and doors in Dusted Moss 1 eggshell, £16.42 for 0.5ltr, Dulux
Since founding interior design company Sigmar in 2005, Ebba Thott and partner Nina Hertig’s clean-lined aesthetic has gone global. This space, designed by Ebba, makes you feel calm the minute you enter it. Here, she explains more. 1.
THIS LARGE APARTMENT in west London was stripped of its Victorian details in the 1980s. We reinstated cornicing and deep skirting boards, raising the door frames to celebrate the ceiling height. For privacy we added fixed sheer panels and bespoke shutters; the latter feature the same sheer with metal mesh, allowing subtle light to filter into the room when the shutters are closed.
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To reflect the age of the property, we used traditional grey for the walls, providing a contemporary note with pale-green doors and woodwork. We added stronger colour with green Kaare Klint Safari chairs and cushions in sea blue tones. The mix of blues and greens looks a little edgy when contrasted with the classic backdrop.
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THERE IS A LOT to be said for reworking existing pieces. Here, we have reused the clients’ sofa and 1970s coffee table as well as a pair of 19th-century mirrors and an art photograph. To be different, we hung the mirrors in a pair and the artwork between the two windows – I like to do this with a landscape as it offers a third ‘view’.
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The owners may host dinner parties in here, using the table from the dining space, so we sourced chairs that are very light and can be moved to make room.
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IF MY CLIENTS are likely to move again, I always advise investing in smaller pieces such as chairs and lighting, as they can travel with them. The modernist Serge Mouille pendant light is a big investment but the owners will be able to enjoy it for years to come. ■
Sigmar, 020 7751 5801, sigmarlondon.com
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DREAM KITCHEN
A MIX OF BRITISH CRAFTWORK AND ITALIAN STYLE STRIKES A VINTAGE NOTE
DESIGNER Robert Rhodes, director, Robert Rhodes Architecture + Interiors, 020 3397 4733, robertrhodes.co.uk. THE PROPERTY A two-storey, Grade IIlisted Victorian flat in north London. DESIGN BRIEF Inspired by Italian palazzi, the owners wanted an elegant ‘grand salon’ that was also a practical kitchen. DIMENSIONS 5.5x3.6m
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WHERE TO BUY CABINETRY A similar bespoke kitchen designed by Robert Rhodes and made by Fruitwood Furniture would cost around £35,000. Painted in Down Pipe estate eggshell, £62 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball. Contractor, Projects Ten
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‘As an American, I have an affinity with traditional cabinetmaking. Fortunately, the owners changed tack from early ideas of a sleek, modern kitchen to a classic one,’ says Robert. ‘This design features framed doors with Shaker panelling. The contractor’s brother made it in his workshop in Yorkshire.’ The dark-grey finish was inspired by the steel glazing bars.
double galley that provides ample preparation space, room for large appliances and plenty of storage.’
SURFACES Statuario Carrara marble was mooted from the outset, but Robert swayed the owners towards more robust and stain-resistant quartz worktops, with a statement panel of marble above the cooker. Fumed oak parquet flooring adds a sense of grandeur. It is engineered to allow underfloor heating, which freed the walls from radiators.
APPLIANCES The Italian range cooker slots neatly in the chimney breast, yet has the look of a bigger professional model. ‘We chose an extractor that keeps the motor away from the ceiling, to reduce noise in the flat above, while its shape contrasts nicely with the curve of the alcove,’ says Robert. The fridge freezer, in a matching steel finish, is framed by cabinetry to ease visual impact.
TABLE ISL AND ‘A narrow island had been on the cards, but it just wasn’t right,’ says Robert. ‘Instead, this tall vintage table from the owners’ previous home proved the perfect fit. It can be moved away when guests gather and makes the kitchen feel more like a living space.’
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This large kitchen-diner opens onto the garden via a rear glass extension. ‘Crittall-style doors were key to the owners’ vision. It was essential that the conservatory read as an extension of the kitchen, rather than a barrier between it and the garden,’ Robert says. ‘The layout is an efficient
APPLIANCES Professional Series 90cm six-burner dualfuel range cooker, £3,849; K90CONXA 90cm chimney cooker hood, £959, both Bertazzoni. CM656GBS6B combi microwave, £999; HB632GBS1B single oven, £680, both Siemens. SBSes8486 PremiumPlus BioFresh side-by-side fridge freezer and wine cooler, £5,099, Liebherr
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4. WARM METAL Made from naturally antibacterial copper, the hammered, hand-polished finish of this sit-on sink is striking and beautifully tactile. Eclectica Etienne copper kitchen sink, £899.99, Sinks.co.uk.
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ART DECO AND MOROCCAN INFLUENCES JOIN FORCES WITH IMPRESSIVE RESULTS IN THIS BEAUTIFUL AND VIBRANT WET ROOM
L AYOUT This is the apartment’s second bathroom, which was converted into a wet room for the owners’ children
wow factor,’ says Malcolm. ‘Taking inspiration from Moroccan baths, we used the geometric patterned tiles to protect the walls and floor where they come into direct contact with water.’ The remaining walls and ceiling are finished in Venetian polished plaster, which was colour-matched to the emerald green of the tiles.
FIT TINGS Paul and his team searched across Europe for fittings that would complement the apartment’s heritage, eventually arriving at Drummonds. A pair of outsized rain showerheads makes an instant strong statement. ‘We were seeking traditional-style
and guests. The layout was mainly dictated by necessity. The apartment had various floors that needed to be levelled without impacting the impressive high ceilings. ‘As the floor couldn’t be raised, this left us with a usable depth of just 5cm under the bathroom to install a new plumbing system and drainage – 10cm is the norm,’ says Paul. This meant the WC, basin and shower waste had to be positioned near the external wall. ‘The floor is gently inclined towards the end of the room where the shower drain is installed,’ says Paul. ‘Adding underfloor heating beneath tiles when there was precious little space to spare was particularly challenging.’
sanitaryware to help break up the intensity of the room,’ says Paul. ‘The brushed-brass finish has a balancing effect on the large-scale fittings and provides a warm contrast to the overall colour palette.’
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WC stores bathing supplies. Together with the underfloor heating, the floorstanding towel rail enhances the comfort level. ‘Using this room is a real treat for anyone,’ says Paul.
‘This is the most eccentric room we designed, in terms of the vibrant colours and striking fittings. The aim was to create an immediate
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STYLING The window at the end of the room is dressed with a Roman blind in white linen and a sheer screen for privacy. ‘The crisp white breaks up the green and helps create more depth within the room,’ says Malcolm. The vanity unit is also simply adorned with a pair of fluted-glass wall lights above a round mirror. The marble shelf below is perfect for fresh towels, while a hidden cupboard above the
WHERE TO BUY FITTINGS The Grand floorstanding shower pipes, from £1,134 each; The Grand shower roses 300mm, from £450 each; The Grand hand shower and wall bracket, from £426; The Chessleton thermostatic shower valves with china lever handles, from £774 each; The Chessleton shower controls with china lever handles, from £648 each; The Single Ladybower vanity basin suite in White Arabescato marble, from £4,782; The Chessleton three-hole basin mixer with china lever handles, from £1,350; freestanding towel rail, from £4,860; The Rother wall-mounted WC suite with china handle and standard seat, from £2,124; The Single Chessleton lights with fluted glass shades, from £510 each, all in Brushed Brass finish, all Drummonds SURFACES Dandelion tiles in Lawn/Milk, £159sq m, Marrakech Design at Tiles Etc. For similar wall, try Marmorino spatula polished plaster, from £75sq m, Marmo Stucco ACCESSORIES Small bottle rack, from £270; round tilt mirror, from £780; WC roll holder with backplate, from £414, all in Brushed Brass finish, all Drummonds
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DESIGNERS Paul Cuschieri, director, and Malcolm Abela Sciberras, interior designer, Rebirth at Cuschieri Architects, 00356 2122 0431, carchitects.eu. THE PROPERTY A three-bedroom 1920s apartment in the art nouveau Balluta Buildings in St Julians, Malta. DESIGN BRIEF The building had fallen into disrepair and the new owners of this apartment wanted it restored to its former glory, updating it with modern comforts. For the wet room, they requested a practical design with art deco influences that would leave guests in awe. DIMENSIONS 3.9x1.9m
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I clipped a picture from a travel supplement of the revamped Suján Rajmahal Palace in Jaipur, because I love the wonderful wallpapers. Can you tell me where I can buy them – or something similar?
of far-off climes, isn’t it? So I can see why you’ve been taken with the Suján Rajmahal Palace. Designed by Adil
created especially for each room by Adil Ahmad and Good Earth, a homeware brand based in Delhi, using block printing techniques specific to the hotel’s region. But it’s a style that is also emulated in the UK. GP & J Baker have a line of Indian-inspired wallpapers, while Nina Campbell’s designs for Osborne & Little use the paisley motif to great effect in the Les Indiennes range. Anna French’s collection for Thibault
Ahmad, its modern take on classic Indian hues and prints is a riot of brightness and beauty. Speaking to sources at the hotel (the network of under butlers runs far and wide), I’ve learned that the wallpapers were
is more muted in tone, but still vibrant. And The Fabric Collective offers designers you can commission to create a bespoke wallpaper. Whatever you choose, go big and bold. This is not a style to use sparingly. Enjoy. →
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my low-ceilinged dining room in a very dark shade. Any suggestions?
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I’m looking for a statement pendant light – not a chandelier – something a bit Art Deco, ideally gold. Any ideas?
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THE modern utility room takes
I’M very glad you asked. I’ve got
happens with black walls – everything set against them feels more expensive. It has been the
me back to the upstairs/downstairs approach of times gone by, when all the functional items – and people – were kept well out of view. Today, it’s a good way of freeing up space in your kitchen. First, plan
backdrop to some of the best dining rooms I’ve served in – when candles are on and lamps are dim,
out how much space you’ll need for a washing machine, tumble dryer, sink and storage cabinetry. You’ll
Lighting is an American megabrand that has just launched in the UK, proffering four distinct labels.
the setting twinkles captivatingly. Going dark in your low-ceilinged room may be against all the supposed rules, but I’m assuming you mostly use it at night anyway, when you’ll find you have created a sophisticated cocoon. A caveat:
need a cabinet depth of at least 65cm, with a minimum of one metre walk-through space. Then if the laundry room is visible from the kitchen, use the same colour scheme for a cohesive look. Budget can be saved with less expensive
So, there’s Hudson Valley, which is grown-up, smart and structural, while Mitzi is more modern, with flashes of marble and curves. Troy has an Art Deco feel, such as the Cubist pendant, £1,077, below, and Corbett is sculptural and glam.
there are many shades of black so try out sample pots. Paint a large piece of paper in each tester colour and hold it against your dining chairs and furniture to see which tone feels most harmonious. And don’t scrimp on the quality – blacks are notorious for showing up roller marks, scuffs and imperfections. I’m a fan of Earthborn’s Hidey-Hole claypaint, which is easy to apply and has a lovely jet-like gleam.
cabinetry and flooring for this lower-profile room. Just keep the same handles and work surfaces as in the kitchen. I like the Portobello utility room by Mark Wilkinson Furniture, painted here in Paint & Paper Library’s Stable Green.
In short, there’s something for everyone – a veritable Aladdin’s cave of well-lit joy. I suspect it may become a name to know in 2020, illuminating some of the most stylish homes in the land. You heard it here first. &
Hidey-Hole claypaint, £40 for 2.5ltr, Earthborn
Furniture starts from £25,000, Mark Wilkinson Furniture
Cubist pendant, £1,077, Troy at Hudson Valley Lighting
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MY LIFE IN TEN... THE FOUNDER OF FURNITURE MAKER BENCHMARK GIVES A GLIMPSE OF HIS LIFE
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Leonardo da Vinci is my design hero for the way he expressed things that no one had dreamed of in his time. I find visiting the Museo Nazionale Scienza e Tecnologia in Milan, dedicated to his work, very inspiring.
2.
The new name in design to look out for is Mac Collins. His chair, Iklwa, fuses inspiration from his African and European heritage. I like his energy.
3.
A 5,000-year-old spearhead we found behind our house in Wiltshire is my most treasured piece of design. It is a great distillation of design and craft at its simplest.
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My one design rule is to always look to nature. There is nothing missing, nothing superfluous.
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The hot tub in our garden, made by a friend
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The High Line in New York is my favourite garden in the world – you get beautiful views over the Hudson River and downtown.
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Merci in Paris is my favourite interiors shop for its playfulness and originality.
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My signature dinner party dish is always oysters, served au naturel. I order them from Wright Brothers in London.
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Kayaking down the Grand Canyon was the best holiday I’ve ever had. It was 250 miles of intense white-water kayaking, sleeping in the open with rattlesnakes and scorpions.
1 0 . My best ever meal was in NOMA in Copenhagen when it first opened. I looked at the menu and there was nothing I’d ever heard of or eaten – it blew my socks off! &
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(From top left) Benchmark founder Sean Sutcliffe; the Used Book Café at Merci department store, Paris; NOMA in Copenhagen; fresh oysters from Wright Brothers; the High Line garden, New York; Iklwa chair by Mac Collins
FEATURE FIONA MCCARTHY PHOTOGRAPHS MERCI; (OYSTERS) WRIGHT BROTHERS; (HIGH LINE) TIMOTHY SCHENCK; (IKLWA CHAIR) MAC COLLINS
20 years ago, is the one luxury I couldn’t live without. It’s a place of refuge and where I go to think, in all weathers, but it is also great for conversation because it’s very intimate.