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The Bit Stool Stack from Normann Copenhagen looks akin to a monolithic structure or column and that ’s no mistake because designer Simon Legald intended it to be bold, an object that holds its ground £205, Normann Copenhagen at Heal’s

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Standing on three legs, one of which is slightly of fset, this hef ty Of fset stool is guaranteed to add a playful but chic note to any dining scenario of course, its bold design also holds up as a rather joyful side table, too Finish options are both solid oak (light or dark), and if you like the vibe we have good news: there’s a cof fee and dining table from the collection to round out your whole interior £480, Philippe Malouin at Monologue London

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Designed by Marco Carini for bathroom company Agape, the Vis à vis stool is impressively light thanks to its eco friendly material, made with either natural or heat treated cork As a result, it ’s easy enough to shimmy from room to room, and you can even take it into the shower cubicle to use as a seat Price on request, Agape

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With its eye catching hourglass silhouette, royal blue glaze and throne like appearance, this is one bon vivant stool that deserves its sovereign status In fact, the Du Roy ceramic stool pays homage to the central character from Bel Ami, Guy de Maupassant ’s novel, which chronicles Duroy’s rise to royal power Part of a set of similarly noble design pieces, consider Du Roy the reigning monarch €475, Maison Dada

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F E A T U R E K E I T H F L A N A G A N P H O T O G R A P H K A L I N A K R A W C Z Y K S T A Y S M I L I N G If you r wa l ls rea l ly could t a l k , t hen At el ier El l i s’ Wav i ng & Sm i l i ng pa i nt col lec t ion i s a l l t he more t el l i ng . Capt u r i ng t he a spi rat iona l, feel good mood of desig n today, colou r i st Ca ssa nd ra El l i s creat ed 1 2 breat hable shades i nt ended to ma ke you sm i le; colou r s l i ke Cha mbray, a wh i sper y wa r m blue, a nd Su m mer P udd i ng , a del ig ht f u l ly r uddy pi n k , embody a joy f u l hu ma n touch . 3 e v e r y o n e ’ s t a l k i n g a b o u t . . . A T E L I E R E L L I S ’ N E W H U E S Pa i nt gen iu s C a s sa nd ra E l l i s ha s done it a ga i n w it h a sof t new pa let t e

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It ’s the notable ‘artisanal trace of hand’, as Romo describes it, that so suits the interlocking lines flowing across woven raf fia in this print In a muted and warming ochre colour, it delivers cosiness in spades Part of the new Tabala collection a striking line up of similarly elegant and graphic wallcovering designs its earthly characteristics and tones make it perfect for autumn inspired interiors

F I N E L I N E S u r pick of ch ic pr i nt s a nd pat ter n s showca si ng the mot i f of the moment

One might say it ’s the natural choice Boa wallcovering, £835 a roll, Romo (romo com) v e r y o n e ’ s t a l k i n g a b o u t . . .

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Sweeping onto fabric, the new Valvidia print embodies the trend with gusto in bold orange While the textile is just one of this season’s contemporary designs from French fabric house Casamance, it ’s certainly the pattern we’ve underscored as a firm favourite Valvidia fabric, £138 60m, Casamance (casamance.com)

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Conjuring notions of the deep ocean, this water like pattern brings an inky blue and white colour palette into the fold, giving an extra air of sophistication to furniture The pattern is said to be inspired by ‘ the billowing sails of traditional Omani sailing boats’ and it has us transported straight to the sea time to take a seat! Inky Dhow Ripple armchair, £9,000, Bethan Gray (bethangray com)

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livingetc.com 27 D a i s ce ra m i c b owl , £6 5 , S c h n e i d Stu d i o at S e lf ri d g e s f e e l i n g p e a c h y This tone is ripe for the pick ing, adding a note of sweetness t h e c a t w a l k l o o k s Fou r new home t rends have come st ra ig ht f rom the r u nway a ch ic select ion of pat terns, pri nts a nd pa let tes that bri m w ith opt i m ism a nd energ y F E A T U R E A M Y M O O R E A W O N G P H O T O G R A P H S ( M M 6 M A I S O N M A R G E I L A ) G I O V A N N I G I A N N O N I ; ( R E J I N A P Y O ) B E N B R O O M F I E L D G ig li j u g i n Te r ra cot t a , £ 8 5 , B et ti n a C e ra m i c a K a l e i d o m e d i u m t ray i n P e a c h , £ 3 5 , H ay at S ka n d i u m Fl owe r p ot wa l l l a m p V P 8 , £ 2 8 0 , &Tra d iti o n at M o n o l o g u e Lo n d o n Franja throw in Butter Peach, £ 199, Silkeborg Uldspinderi at Finnish Design Shop L i n e a r s te e l b e n c h , £ 5 4 5 , M u uto at H e a l ’s C o m et D ay r u g , f ro m £ 1 , 9 87, T h e R u g C o m p a ny C h e s te r 2 5 s e at s o f a i n P av i l i o n P i n k B r u s h s tro ke , £ 1 , 2 6 5 , S of a co m N atu ra l d ye d li n e n c u s h i o n , £ 8 5 , Ell e n M a e W illi a m s at T h e G a r n e re d Rejin a P yo’s f r u it y h u e s h ave a p ret t y to u c h of p i n k T h e M M 6 M a i s o n M a r g i e l a r u nway wa s d o u s e d i n i c y p e a c h s h a d e s

28 livingetc.com b i g b l o o m s Flora ls have moved on f rom cottagecore a nd now embrace psychedelic shades Fl o ra l e m b e lli s h e d c a n d l e , £ 3 0 fo r 2 , A n n a + N i n a at S e lf rid g e s Tu f te d J a rd i n r u g , f ro m £ 78 , A nth ro p o l o g i e S a n Ra p h a e l W il d Fl owe r b owl i n G re e n i s h Ye ll ow, £ 1 1 5 0 , A r ket P a s s i o n N o i r B o u q u et c u s h i o n , £ 3 5 , M o d e A b o d e D a h li a b owl , £ 1 3 3 2 , & K l eve ri n g at M a d e i n D e sig n Le B a m b o l e a r m c h a i r, £ 3 ,7 74 , B & B I t a li a at C h a p li n s P i n k B l os s o m mug , £8 0 for 2, B e r n a d et te at N et a P o r te r P r u g n a r u g , £62 9 , M i s s o n i H o m e at A m a ra R i c h a r d Q u i n n ’s f l o ra l s a re ove r size d a n d ex tre m e M o d e l s we re cove re d h e a d to to e i n p et a l s at H u i s h a n Z h a n g P H O T O G R A P H S ( R I C H A R D Q U I N N ) G A R E T H C A T T E R M O L E / G E T T Y I M A G E S

livingetc.com 31 t i g e r , t i g e r The ca l l of the w ild is strong in this ma x ima list, graphic pattern look T ig re I s a b e ll a l a m p s h a d e , £4 4 5 , H o u s e of H a c k n ey T ig e r J a cq u a rd t h r ow, £ 5 6 5 , L’ O b j et T ig e r s t yl e s yc a m o re re s i n i n l aye d b owl , £ 5 6 , J a c k S h a c k Wo o d C raf t s at Et s y T i g e r j u g , £ 3 0 , Q u a il at L i b e r t y Ye a r of th e T ig e r r u l e d p a p e r A4 n o t e b o o k , £ 8 9 , M o l e s k i n e at S e lf rid g e s T ig e r p ri nt c u s h i o n , £ 3 4 , G l o b a l E xp l o re r at A m a ra T ig e r Fl o c k wa l l p a p e r, £ 1 9 2 a ro ll , T h i b a ut at J a n e C l ay to n Amina Gold chair with tiger print, £1,239, Shropshire D esign U l l a J o h n s o n ’s c at wa l k live d u p to it s fe li n e n a m e T h e tig e r s tri p e s at R o b e r t o C ava l l i h ave a m et a llic e d g e

32 livingetc.com C a ly p s o wi n e s e t i n A m b e r, f ro m a p p rox £ 27 2 fo r 2 , S e re n a C o nf a l o n i e ri a b s t r a c t s h a p e s Cu rves a nd geometric prints meet to form a new wave of design P a t te r n s o n th e R o c h a s r u nway we re e n e rg i s e d a n d f u ll of m ove m e nt R o k s a n d a ’s s h a p e s b o l d ly i nte r s e c te d e a c h oth e r To ri n o b a r, £4 , 8 0 0 , J o n ath a n Ad l e r H u e c u s h i o n i n H a r ve s t , £ 8 4 , D o n n a W il s o n B o n B o n g l a s s m il k j u g , £ 3 5 5 , H e ll e M a rd a h l at M atc h e s Fa s h i o n G a ll e r y C e ra m i c s d i n n e r p l a t e i n G re e n / L il a c , £ 2 1 , H K L ivi n g at H e a l ’s M a rij a Wove n Rag Rug accent c h a i r, £ 9 9 8 , A nth ro p o l o g i e Ve r s o l a rg e s i d e b o a r d , £ 2 , 6 4 5 , Erco l P i e ce s k ili m r u g , £ 2 , 2 2 5 , C l à u d i a Va l s e ll s fo r N a n i m a rq u i n a P H O T O G R A P H S ( R O C H A S ) C H R I S Y A T E S M E D I A ; ( R O K S A N D A ) D A N I E L E O B E R R A U C H / G O R U N W A Y C O M

Hayley Barker’s creations celebrate the mystical, mad, romantic rhythms of the natural world Waning Crescent oil painting, price on request, Shrine (NYC)

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This botanical painting perfectly captures the joyful spirit of nature Like a Babe in the Woods painting, £2,020, Georgia Beaumont s i n r a d a r

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Combining a textured bronze ring and glowing alabaster sphere, this stunning sconce is as unique as it is elegant Astra sconce, price on request, Alexandre Logé

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With simple colours, handmade forms and quirky oversized handles, these cups are perfect for a good pour of coffee Haruki Murakami coffee cups, €80 for a set of 3, AboutPlanB

Beginning with its Flemish Sewing pots in the 90s, Atelier Vierkant continues to produce durable, sustainable pieces that stand the test of time Earth Anthology series, prices on request, Atelier Vierkant

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While the table legs are reminiscent of a French dresser, they are in fact a natural part of the clay production that appealed to the ceramicist Tiered side table by Joe Hartley, £1,340, The New Craftsmen

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Marbled surfaces were big in Milan, proof that the sense of opulence that comes from hi shine finishes is here to stay But emerging as a trend within the trend was a push towards green veining, a soft tactility that speaks of marble’s natural origins and brings its glamour down a liveable notch or two Marazzi took it as the inspiration for its new collection called The Top, used to cover not just islands and counters but as flooring, too Marble effect, in 12mm antibacterial slabs, it results in a beguilingly sensual overall effect. Meanwhile, at Porada green stone has been harnessed to create the irregularly shaped Berry table, its ripples inviting friends to lean into conversation as they dine and luxuriate in the informality of its g entle whorls. And Bontempi introduced the concept of Supermarble, a matt green finish for tables and occasional furniture

ABOVE Heritage Aqua from the Heritage Luxe surface collection, Florim

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Sleek chair, Bonaldo

Marenco sofa and Delta Vienna chair, both Arflex

Net lounge chair, Nardi

As one of the team at Calligaris told us, ‘The world has chang ed and so must what we design ’ This seismic shift has resulted in a fleet of seats that aim to encourag e relationships and connection, a realisation that these are to be valued and ought to be a priority in life At Edra, designer Francesco Binfaré has interpreted this with the Standalto sofa, with its pillow like cushions you can bend to be as upright or flat as you wish, depending on how you prefer to relax as you share the seat with others. On the same theme, both Bonaldo’s Sleek armchair and Arflex ’ s Delta Vienna loung e chair are angled so that you can’t help but look up and into the eyes of the people around you Adding the plump, welcoming roundness of the Arflex Marenco sofa completes the set. And Nardi has taken this feeling outside the Net Loung e chair, available in red, turquoise, yellow, dove grey, black and white, is made for creating little groups in which to lean back and be laid back tog ether

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Standalto sofa, Edra

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Intarsio kitchen, Cesar

The rippling interplay of light across ridges and fluting have dominated recent kitchen designs, so it was a surprise and a delight to see effortlessly even cabinetry make a reappearance. It felt like a return to a simpler time; the eye gliding across the lacquer of Cesar ’s Intarsio units. As more of us live in apartments and want to blur the line between cooking and living space, it makes sense that seamless, flush finishes are back in vogue

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ABOVE Lee Broom with Requiem Ring, one of his four limited edition Requiem lighting designs

LEFT Polaris Swirl light, a collaboration between Bethan Gray and Baroncelli

The brightest British names took the idea behind statement lighting and cranked up the voltag e Tom Dixon, Bethan Gray and Lee Broom all decided bigg er is better, with Lee’s Divine Inspiration collection celebrating his brand’s 15th anniversary He explains more

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There are only 15 of each of the Requiem lights, and each one I created myself by hand I wanted work that I’d literally touched, dipping fabric into plaster with then having only about 10 minutes to shape it so that it’s draped around what appears to be a ﬂoating light The Vesper lights are more classically Lee Broom Inspired by brutalist shapes, they ’ re more likely to hang above an island or dining table.

I see low level lighting like this as a replacement for table lamps or wall sconces, architectural pieces that light warmly from the side.

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The pieces are lights, but also art, particularly the Requiem collection, which are essentially sculptures, ideal to hang in a corner or to light a small area where you might have a vignette

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Costes cabinet, Cattelan Italia

Aliante cabinet, Rimadesio

Punto croce rug, Paola Navone for Ethimo

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Alcamo tables, Flexform

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Libra bathroom unit,

Isn’t warmth a mood we all want from our homes? Step forward paprika, terracotta’s punchier cousin that adds a dash of heat Used across outdoor tables at Flexform, dressers at Gallotti&Radice and sofas at Calligaris, it’s the new neutral that goes with anything, quite literally spicing up your ( home) life.

Hanami vanity, Gallotti&Radice

Juno 02 chairs, Arper

P I P R I CH Si nc e we la s t s p oke , it s e em s l i ke you ’ ve gone s t r at o s pher ic! O n l y la s t we e k you met P r i nc e C h a rle s W h at i s it a b ou t you r u s e of c olou r t h at you fe el p e ople a r e c on ne c t i ng t o r ig ht now ?

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i s a l l a b out . Usi ng br ig ht c olou r s s p e a k s of joy a nd love , a nd i s s o upl i f t i ng . It pr omot e s p e ople c om i ng t oget her P R I s e e a r e a l de si r e for de sig n t o help u s for ge c on ne c t ion s r ig ht now, bu t my t a ke on it i s ver y l it er a l plac ement of s e at i ng t h at a id s c onver s at ion , for ex a m ple How do you t h i n k c olou r do e s t h i s?

Desig ner Yi n k a I lor i is k now n for h i s u se of br ig ht colou rs a nd , a s he tel l s ou r ed itor P ip R ich , thei r joy a nd posit iv it y help br i ng people together

Y I I g r e w up i n a hou si ng e s t at e i n nor t h L ondon a nd t here wa sn’t much c olou r a r ou nd I t end t o s t ay aw ay f r om br ow n s a nd g r e y s a nd i n s t e ad lo ok t o a ny t h i ng t h at c a n pr ov ide a moment of e s c a pi sm I wou ld n’t u s e r e d i n a b e d r o om it c a n b e q u it e h a r sh t o w a ke up t o. I wou ld go for s ome s or t of s of t yel low or or a nge op en i ng you r e ye s t o t hem i n t he mor n i ng g i ve s you t he s a me fe el i ng a s op en i ng t he w i ndow a nd let t i ng t he s u n p ou r i n I n s t a nt joy P R I s joy t he t heme of w h at you ’ r e doi ng for L ondon D e sig n Fe s t i v a l t h i s mont h?

T h i s mont h s e e s t he lau nc h of a m ajor show of h i s work at t he D e sig n Mu s eu m , a s pa r t of L ondon D e sig n Fe s t i v a l .

P R T he de sig ner Br iget t e Rom a nek t old me her t he or y i s t h at p e ople don’t r emem b er e ac h pie c e i n a r o om , bu t t he y do r emem b er how it m ade t hem fe el , s o t he mo o d of a de c or i s mor e i m p or t a nt t h a n t he f u r n it u r e you ’ ve u s e d

P R W h i le you r s t yle i s a s s o ciat e d w it h a l ib er a l u s e of br ig ht sh ade s , it ’ s ac t u a l l y t he neu t r a l s t h at s t a nd ou t t o

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Y I Ye s you r s t a r t i ng p oi nt for r o om de c or shou ld b e ‘ w h at i s t he t a ke aw ay goi ng t o b e? ’ It c ou ld b e a c olou r, a t ex t u r e , or e ven a f la m i ngo f ig u r i ne , bu t k now i ng w h at t he ke y moment w i l l b e a l low s you t o c r e at e a r e a l de sig n s t or y.

Y I S of t c olou r s a r e ke y ! You h ave t o u s e t hem t o s e pa r at e t he b older one s t o let t hem br e at he I love or a nge a nd pi n k t oget her but t hey ’d ma ke a lot of noi se i f t hat wa s a l l you u se d . P R I k now you r ow n home i s q u it e c a l m W h at pa let t e s a r e you i nt o for ver y r ela xe d , s o ot h i ng , l i ve a ble s pac e s?

w a r d w i n n i ng de sig ner Yi n k a I lor i b e ga n m a k i ng over c h a i r s he fou nd i n sk ip s 10 ye a r s a go, a nd h a s gone on t o c r e at e s ome of t he big ge s t i n s t a l lat ion s a nd br ig ht e s t pr o duc t s of h i s gener at ion

Y I I g ue s s s o I ’ m doi ng a lo ok bac k on my de sig n pr o c e s s over t he pa s t 10 ye a r s It ’ s not a r et r o s p e c t i ve bu t it ’ s b e en w i ld lo ok i ng at how muc h I ’ ve g r ow n I s t a r t e d of f ju s t m a k i ng c h a i r s a nd now I ’ m get t i ng t o i nt er ac t w it h p e ople g lo ba l l y. W h at I hop e for a nyone w ho c ome s i s t h at t he y le ave w it h ne w ide a s for u si ng c olou r, w it h a sm i le on t hei r f ac e , a nd w it h ne w memor ie s h av i ng b e en m ade

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Y I T here ’ s a n element of hu mou r i n t he way I de sig n F r om t he f la m i ngo s I u s e d i n t he de sig n of t he pu bl ic playg r ou nd I c r e at e d i n Da gen h a m t o t he t y p og r a phy a nd s u n sh i ne br ig ht s I u s e i n my pr o duc t s , get t i ng p e ople t o sm i le help s t hem ma ke memor ies, wh ich live on i n t hei r hea r t s Memor ies m ade w it h ot her s i s t he b e s t w ay t o get b ond s t o for m

Y I N K A I LO R I L o c kdow n pu t u s i n a d a rk , s t r e s s f u l a nd c on f u s e d plac e , a nd now I t h i n k p e ople h ave got a ne w le a s e of l i fe T he y w a nt t o c r e at e new ex p er ienc e s , t o fe el hop e a nd emp ower ment , a nd t hat ’ s w hat my work

Y i n ka ’s O r u n th row i n a j a c q u a rd we ave T h e A a m i A a m i t a b l e cl oth d e sig n e d by Y i n ka Ko i C a r p e lite e m u l si o n , Zof f a ny A ro o m s h o u l d s t a r t with a t a l k i n g p o i nt , li ke th i s va s e , by Re d C a n d y D utc h O ra n g e e s t ate e m u l si o n , Fa r row & B a ll B o ro tr u e m at t e m u l si o n , Ate lie r Ellis “ People th i n k that br ig ht colou rs a re energ isi ng but they ca n act ua l ly be ver y rela x i ng ” O n e of th e p l ayg ro u n d f l a m i n g os d e sig n e d by Y i n ka Y i n ka I l o ri livingetc.com 51

I n a world of nex t day del iver y, there’s a react iona r y t rend for i nterior bra nds that a ren’t concerned w ith i nsta nt g rat i f icat ion

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Slow desig n g ives ma kers the cha nce to engage w ith people on f u r n ish i ng a home more ref lect ively

A nd , it ’ s not ju s t b e s p oke m a ker s w ho a r e pione er i ng t he slow de sig n movement Ma ny sm a l ler de sig n br a nd s a r e t a k i ng a ne w a p pr oac h t o s el l i ng on l i ne Ta ke t he l i ke s of Mat t i n a Mo der n a , w ho s e one of f c er a m ic la m p s a r e m ade i n F r a nc e , a s a n ex a m ple . I n s t e ad of ke e pi ng a f u l l y s t o c ke d we b sit e at a l l t i me s , de sig n s a r e r ele a s e d i n s p or ad ic d r op s , me a n i ng t h at i f you w a nt t o ow n one of t hei r c olou r f u l de sig n s , you m ig ht ju s t h ave t o w a it u nt i l t he nex t d r op w hen t he y ’ r e av a i la ble

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Wa it i ng for s omet h i ng i s , a f t er a l l , ne ver a joy ‘ How do you get p e ople t o u nder s t a nd t h at i n t h at w a it i ng t i me , t her e ’ s a l l of t he s e t h i ng s h a p p en i ng , a nd a l l of it i s wor t h it? ’ M ic h aele ad d s For t u n at el y, t he y f i nd , t her e a r e p e ople w ho a r e h a p py t o w a it for s omet h i ng exc e pt ion a l .

T he s e for m s of slow de sig n now of fer a d i f fer ent w ay of bu y i ng t h a n we ’ r e ne c e s s a r i l y u s e d t o i n 2 02 2 , bu t one t h at ’ s et h ic a l , a nd help s en s u r e t he f u t u r e of q u a l it y a nd i n nov at i ve de sig n i n i nt er ior s . ‘ I f s ome one h a s de cide d t o bu y one of ou r pie c e s , it ’ s not a n i m pu l s e pu r c h a s e ; t he y ’ r e r e a l l y c om m it t e d t o it , ’ Joh a n ne s s ay s ‘ We ’ r e r ei nt r o duci ng t he g r e at q u a l it y of pat ienc e ’

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low de sig n i sn’t a new phenomenon i n i nt er ior s , but it ’ s ne ver b e en mor e r ele v a nt t h a n it i s t o d ay. ‘ For b et t er or wor s e , we ’ r e l i v i ng i n A m a z on ’ s world , ’ s ay M ic h aele Si m mer i ng a nd Joh a n ne s Pau wen , t he fou nder s of t he b e s p oke f u r n it u r e de sig n br a nd K a lon , a s we d i s c u s s w h at slow de sig n me a n s i n 2 02 2 ‘ B u yer s ex p e c t go o d s t o a r r i ve t o t hei r hou s e w it h i n 2 4 hou r s i f t he y ’ r e l i v i ng i n a cit y at t h i s p oi nt . Plu s , i f t her e ’ s a pr o blem w it h it , it ’ s i m me d iat el y t a ken c a r e of ’

Wit h s p e e d s o h ig h l y v a lue d , it m ig ht s e em s u r pr i si ng t h at m a ny br a nd s , a long side sm a l ler de sig ner m a ker s , a re em br aci ng t he la b el of slow de sig n . It ’ s a n ide a t h at ’ s b e en a r ou nd for over t wo de c ade s , u nder t h i s mon i ker at le a s t , t a k i ng it s le ad f r om ot her ‘slow ’ movement s F r om fo o d t o f a sh ion , it ’ s a n a nt idot e t o ‘ f a s t ’ c u lt u r e R at her t h a n c om p et e (a f t er a l l , w h at sm a l l bu si ne s s c ou ld hop e t o of fer t he s p e e d t h at A m a z on do e s?), slow de sig n pu t s mor e s u s t a i n a ble pr ac t ic e s f r ont a nd c ent r e , w h i le a l s o g i v i ng de sig ner s a nd m a ker s t he c h a nc e t o enga ge w it h p e ople on f u r n i sh i ng a home mor e r ef le c t i vel y ‘ We pu t ou r ener g y i nt o r et r a i n i ng ou r c u s t omer s on how t o bu y t h i ng s , ’ s ay s M ic h aele Under s t a nd i ng t he pr o c e s s e s u s e d t o m a ke f u r n it u r e or de c or, how it ’ s s ou r c e d a nd t r a n s p or t e d , a nd e ven t he nu a nc e s of it s c r a f t sm a n sh ip, gener at e s a ne w fou nd a p pr e ciat ion for del i ver y le ad t i me s

T he s e s el ler s a r en’t of fer i ng pr e or der s , ju s t a d at e t hei r ne w r ele a s e i s goi ng on s a le a nd e ven t hen , you m ig ht on l y get a fe w d ay s ’ not ic e T h i s for m of slow de sig n c ome s w it h a n u nex p e c t e d a nt icipat ion a nd a s en s e of excit ement , a c ont r a s t t o m a ny of ou r ot her pu r c h a si ng h a bit s A nd it r ei n for c e s t he s t or y t h at t he s e pr o duc t s a r e b ei ng de sig ne d a nd m ade by r e a l p e ople

O m b re lli n a l a m p s by M at ti n a M o d e r n a

Lights & Lamps x Livingetc O U R S E C O N D L I G H T I N G C O L L E C T I O N L A U N C H E S T H I S M O N T H , R E A D Y T O A D D S T Y L E T O E V E R Y C O R N E R O F Y O U R H O M E P R O M O T I O N A L F E AT U R E Pari floor lamp with rattan shade, £229

Pari wall light with rattan shade, £159

he response to ou r f i rst collect ion w ith U K ba sed lig ht i ng ex per t s L ig ht s & La mps wa s so i ncred ible that we cou ld n’t wa it to do a nother one So we ’ ve created n i ne new lig ht s that work sea m lessly a longside ou r ex ist i ng desig ns, ready to be cu rated a r t f u lly i nto you r home.

Once aga i n, cra f t is key to these desig ns We’ve focused on rat t a n, brow n ma rble sou rced f rom Spa i n, crack le g la zed cera m ic a nd smoot h ly lat hed concrete. R at t a n is t he g reat sof tener, br i ng i ng a touch of lev it y to even the most for ma l schemes, wh ile the i ndust r ia l v ibe of the concrete is tempered by it s beg u ili ng rou nded edges

We ’ re i n awe of what L ig ht s & La mps ha s ma naged to do si nce lau nch i ng i n 2020. T he ped ig ree of the creat ive v isiona r ies beh i nd the bra nd is rema rkable they have worked w ith some of the most renow ned na mes i n the i ndust r y a nd they have ma naged to d ist il their k nowledge into a ra nge of keenly priced a nd beautif ully desig ned lig ht s T hey u nderstood exactly how to bring the decor vibe we love so much at Livingetc to life a cosy sense of glamour that makes you feel smart while allowing you to kick off your shoes W hether it ’ s for a bedside t able or work space, th is collect ion w ill en ha nce you r home

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(From left) Denari marble pendant, £119; Coto concrete pendant, £99; Muno crackle ceramic pendant, £119; Morola marble pendant, £119

Miata table lamp with concrete base and rattan shade, £189

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t h e h ig h l i f e X PHOTOGRAPHY Helenio Barbetta/Living Inside ST YLING AND WORDS Chiara Dal Canto ADDITIONAL WORDS Kara O’Reilly It ’ s no su rprise that Ma ri lena Sobacch i, PR for M i la n ’ s prestig ious Sa lone del Mobi le, has made a home i n the cit y ’ s most icon ic sk yscraper

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Marilena loves the chandelier above the custom made dining table. looks like a constellation fragile clouds,’

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An 11th floor apartment in the Bosco Verticale (vertical forest) in Milan There is an open plan kitchen/living/dining room, a study, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a laundry, a walk-in wardrobe and two terraces. a l o n e m i l a n o i t

Home for Ma r i lena , her hu sba nd Serg io a nd f ive yea r old son A le ssa nd ro, is a n apa r t ment i n t he Bosco Ver t ica le, t he awa rd w i n n i ng M i la ne se sk yscraper created by a rch itec t Stefa no Boer i T he bu i ld i ng is a lso home to more t ha n 5,0 0 0 t ree s a nd sh r ubs, wh ich sh roud it l i ke a second sk i n .

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W hen t he projec t wa s i n t he st r ippi ng back st age s, Va lent i na ’ s tea m d iscovered a n u nu sed void above t he fa lse cei l i ng i n t he l iv i ng a rea T hey decided to recla i m a por t ion of t he ex t ra space, a nd i n t he proce ss i nt roduced a n i ndu st r ia l edge to t he apa r t ment ‘ We t hen en ha nced t he beaut y of t he ex posed concrete by i n st a l l i ng new st a i n le ss steel vent i lat ion cha n nels,’ says Va lent i na T he ex posed mecha n ic s del iberately cont ra st w it h t he ref i ned wa l nut f loor s a nd t he icon ic f u r n it u re a nd l ig ht i ng not to ment ion t he cu stom made piece s de sig ned e specia l ly for t he home

A lt houg h t hey were t he apa r t ment ’ s f i r st ever occupa nt s, Ma r i lena decided to cha nge t he space to su it her fa m i ly ’ s need s, a nd she chose to work w it h Va lent i na Moret t i, a rch itec t a nd creat ive d i rec tor at St ud io More T he key reque st wa s to create a la rge l iv i ng room de sig ned for socia l isi ng a nd to i nclude a k itchen , d i n i ng a rea a nd conver sat ion space ‘ We have a big fa m i ly a nd of ten host get toget her s, ’ says Ma r i lena .

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Marilena Sobacchi, the Italian PR for the Salone del Mobile. She shares the apartment with her husband Sergio, an entrepreneur, and their five -year- old son Alessandro.

T he se i nclude t wo st r i k i ng scu lpt u ra l ma rble block s. One, i n red L eva nto, d iv ide s t he l iv i ng room f rom t he apa r t ment ’ s ent ra nce a nd cont a i n s a wa rd robe space; t he ot her is t he f u nc t iona l k itchen isla nd , hew n f rom Verde A lpi ma rble

I n t he rela xed seat i ng a rea , sem i ci rcu la r seat s, a n envelopi ng sofa a nd generou s r ug br i ng tex t u ra l sof t ne ss a nd subtle tone s. ‘ T he r u le s Va lent i na a nd I fol lowed were: choose ca ref u l ly, su st a i nably a nd what w i l l la st , ’ says Ma r i lena ‘ T he apa r t ment ma ke s my hea r t si ng It ma ke s me feel com for t able a nd I see it a s a t r ue home ’

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hoosi ng to l ive i n a la nd ma rk bu i ld i ng t hat ha s been de scr ibed a s ‘t he most beaut i f u l a nd i n novat ive sk yscraper i n t he world’ is, i n it s ow n way, a decla rat ion of love for moder n de sig n , a s wel l a s for l iv i ng i n a big cit y T he se a re idea ls celebrated by Ma r i lena Sobacch i, t ha n k s i n no sma l l pa r t to her work a s head of t he It a l ia n pre ss of f ice at t he Sa lone del Mobi le M i la n ’ s a n nua l i nter nat iona l f u r n it u re fa i r ‘ I appreciate what a l lows you to l ive bet ter,’ she ag ree s.

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T h is i n novat ive g reen ex ter ior is pa r tly what d rew Ma r i lena to t he bu i ld i ng ‘ I u sed to l ive i n a v i l la su r rou nded by a pa rk , ’ she says, ‘ but t he need to be i n t he cit y for work conv i nced me to move However, I rea l ly d id n’t wa nt to g ive up ou r prox i m it y to g reener y ’

L I V I N G A R E A ‘We “appropriated” the ceiling void and gained a lofty ceiling height of 3 6m,’ says Marilena J a s m i n e swive l a r m c h a i r s , Roya l Stra n g e r R u g , T i s c a S o d a b l own g l a s s co f f e e t a b l e s , M i n ifo r m s Ve r re P a r ti c u l i e r co f f e e t a b l e , B a x te r B a rco d e s o f a (o n te r ra ce), Va ra s c h i n hou ses

L I V I N G A R E A ‘ T h e h u g e wo o d e n b o o kc a s e , d e s i g n e d by Va l e n t i n a , i s o n e o f t h e key p i e ce s i n t h e l iv i n g s pace,’ s ays M a rilen a ‘ I t a lso sepa rates t his a rea f rom t h e ent ra nce of t h e a pa r t m ent . ’ C u s to m wa l n u t b o o kc a s e, Ef fe a r re d i St a n d a rd s o f a by Francesco Binfaré, Edra Anselmo f l o o r l a m p a n d B ra n cu si ce i l i n g l a m p s , a ll V i a b iz zu n o

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A T H R O O M ‘The light filters through Venetian blinds at sunset, reflecting off the mirror and the green marble and walnut sink unit,’ says Marilena M il o t a p s , C e a D e sig n N 5 5 m i r ro r l a m p s , V i a b iz zu n o T B T ra d i a t o r, Tu b e s h o m e t r u t h s D E S I G N E R P I E C E S Y O U L O N G T O O W N ? The Hortensia chair by Reisinger Studio, the Moirai chandelier by Ini Archibong for Sé and the Cocoon hanging chair by Fernando and Humberto Campana. They are a kind of poetry. F A V O U R I T E D E S I G N E R A N D / O R A R C H I T E C T ? I love Tadao Ando and Marcio Kogan as architects; Charles and Ray Eames as designers. T O P

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’ S S A L O N E ? The project ‘Design with Nature’, curated by Mario Cucinella, and the SaloneSatellite. livingetc.com 67 hou ses

S T U D Y Marilena is a keen bibliophile, so the study needed plenty of book storage The custom doors are in matt black iron with textured glass H exa g o n a l p o u f f e , M a r t a S a l a Éd iti o n s B o o kc a s e , Le m a

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“ W hat su r rou nd s u s absolutely a f fect s what we feel l i ke a nd how we th i n k ” X B E D R O O M Marilena adores the striking bed designed by Valentina. C u s to m h e a d b o a r d , Ef fe a r re d i N e p a l r o c k i n g c h a i r by P a o l a N avo n e , B a x te r D e d a l o b e d s i d e t a b l e , P i a n c a Ta b l e l i g h t a n d p e n d a n t s , a ll V i a b iz zu n o 68 livingetc.com

70 livingetc.com X PHOTOGRAPHY Fotografie Thijs de Leeuw/Space Content Studio/Living Inside ST YLING Willemijn de Leeuw WORDS Fidessa van Rietschoten/Juliet Benning tdown wo doors W hen a n apa r t ment on her st reet ca me up for sa le, i nter ior desig ner Nicol i ne Beerken s ju mped at the cha nce for a f resh st a r t

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The island cabinets are painted in a colour custom mixed by Nicoline. She used Farrow & Ball’s Brinjal as the main base tone

Units, DBD Interiors Marble surfaces , Solid Nature Wall lights, Workstead Bar stool, Zara Home Bowls, Noëlle Baar tmans Lamp, René Houben

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Interior designer Nicoline Beerkens, who founded her eponymous Amsterdam studio in 2010 She lives here with her husband Pieter van Herpen, a tech entrepreneur and investor, and their children Georgia, eight, and Jack, six.

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Zuid There are two children’s rooms, a main bedroom suite, a WC and shower room The kitchen links to a dining/living area and there is another snug sitting room.

O ver t he yea r s, Nicol i ne ha s not iced t hat her de sig n choice s evolve f rom t he space s she ha s prev iou sly l ived i n ‘ I a lways de sig n w it h a v iew to a n i nter ior look i ng a s beaut i f u l a nd releva nt i n 2 0 yea r s ’ t i me, ’ she says ‘ But wherea s i n t he prev iou s hou se I chose

‘O ut side my ow n home, I fol low t he t a ste s of my cl ient s, a lt houg h I’ve hea rd it sa id t hat t here’s a “t y pica l Nicol i ne hou se ” W h i le I don’t f u l ly ag ree, I ca n tel l you t hat I w i l l a lways u se wa l lpaper, tex t u re, colou r s a nd pr i nt s, combi n i ng t hem to del iberately cont ra st For ba la nce, I u se moder n f i n ishe s w it h a qu iet a nd t i mele ss neut ra l ba se, ’ she says T hu s, her new k itchen is pa red back a nd pa le w it h a spla sh of v isua l i ntere st f rom t he d ra mat ic ma rble vei n i ng , wh i le t he snug is da rker a nd cha rac ter ised by ea r t hy, wa r m colou r s prompted by t he fore st wa l lpaper mu ra l C omplet i ng t he new i nter ior to dead l i ne, Nicol i ne a nd P ieter soon not iced a sh i f t i n t hei r l i fe st yle. ‘ B ecau se ever yone st a r ted work i ng f rom home due to t he pa ndem ic, it d id ma ke u s t h i n k My hu sba nd moved i nto ou r ga rden hou se a nd , luck i ly, I had a st ud io i n A m sterda m t hat I cou ld c ycle to but we rea l ised , i n pr i nciple, we cou ld bot h do ou r jobs a ny where i n t he world ’ Some mont h s later t he fa m i ly took t he plu nge a nd boug ht a cou nt r y hou se, nea r L isbon i n Por t uga l, where t hey pla n to l ive more of t he t i me ‘ I get so i n spi red by t he a rch itec t u re, wh ich is so d i f ferent f rom t hat i n t he Net herla nd s, ’ says Nicol i ne. So much so, it ha s spa rked a f re sh bu r st of creat iv it y for her ‘ I have ju st beg u n a d rea m projec t : a beaut i f u l old Por t ug ue se hou se t hat ooze s t hat rea l sout her n Eu ropea n at mosphere I ca n’t wa it to st a r t work i ng on it ’

fol lows soon a f ter ‘A lot of people a sk me how I get a sen se t hat a home is completed , ’ says t he A m sterda m ba sed i nter ior de sig ner. ‘ But t he a n s wer is si mple: i f I k now t here w i l l be a photo shoot or a n i nter v iew, t hen ever y t h i ng , dow n to t he acce ssor ie s a nd st yl i ng , mu st be done before t hat moment ’

Decid i ng t hat t he si x met re long k itchen w it h it s 4 5 met re isla nd shou ld be t he hea r t of t he hou se, Nicol i ne de sig ned a new f loor pla n a rou nd t he space t hat wou ld work bet ter for her fa m i ly ’ s way of l iv i ng . ‘Once I’ve sor ted t he layout , t he i nter ior de sig n fol lows Wit h t h is hou se, I k new bet ter t ha n a nyone t he f low of room s t hat wou ld ma ke sen se to ou r fa m i ly So t here a re room s i n wh ich we meet a nd room s where you ca n t a ke t i me for you r sel f,’ she ex pla i n s ‘ We a lso chose not to have la rge ch i ld ren ’ s room s a s t hey a lways play nea r u s. ’

br ig hter, pr i ma r y colou r s, t h is hou se is more subdued Of cou r se, we l ive here w it h t wo you ng ch i ld ren , aged si x a nd eig ht , so I t r ied to keep it a bit play f u l a nd not too ser iou s

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N i c o l i n e B e e r k e n s h a s c o m e t o k n o w t h a t i f s h e s e t s h e r s e l f a d e a d l i n e , a n e c l e c t i c a n d v i b r a n t i n t e r i o r

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W hen t he l ist i ng for t h is hou se ca me on t he ma rket , Nicol i ne a nd her hu sba nd P ieter l ived on ly t wo door s away. At f i r st , t hey conv i nced f r iend s to buy t he apa r t ment , located i n a bu i ld i ng dat i ng f rom 1939, but when t he sa le fel l t h roug h t hey snatched it t hem selve s ‘ T hat del ig hted me a s I wa s ready for a n new look , ’ says Nicol i ne. ‘ I ac t ua l ly prefer to st a r t a new home ent i rely f rom scratch , so ou r la st proper t y wa s sold w it h a l l it s f u r n it u re We on ly moved t he a r t work a nd a nt ique s, plu s t he t wo Groov y blue cha i r s by P ier re Pau l i n t hat my hu sba nd i n her ited f rom h is g ra ndpa rent s t hey a lways come w it h u s. ’

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Nicoline designed the space saving chairs to fit under the table. A Slim Aarons photograph adds a fashionable note C h a n d e l i e r, 1 s tD i b s C u s to m m a d e c h a i r s i n Fe r m o i e f a b ri c S i m il a r Fa c to r y t a b l e , M a is o n s d u M o n d e R u g , P a u l Le li eve l d Cu r t a i n fa b ri c , J e a n M o n ro

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I love colour clashes: pink and orange, or emerald green and pink. But also beautiful combinations of earthy tones, like moss green and burnt orange

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I love a textured wallpaper seagrass or a beautiful mural.

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D R E A M H O U S E ? old oceanfront finca in Portugal

Honestly, there isn’t one person in particular. From Oscar de la Renta for femininity and shape to Rem Koolhaas for amazing architecture, we are surrounded by design heroes

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Art, for sure. I love to design an interior or room around an art piece. It ’s so individual and can reveal a lot of the personality of its owner The more art to incorporate in the interior, the better!

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B R A N D S Y O U L O V E ? Apparatus, Pinch, Paolo Moschino

The black-painted windows effectively ‘ frame’ the views The modernist forms of the armchair and table are balanced by the choice of a more traditional patterned curtain fabric Nicoline has created a work space in one corner of the room

G u b i P a c h a a r m c h a i r, C h a p li n s R u g a n d s i d e t a b l e , P a u l Le li eve l d Cu r t a i n fa b ri c , J e a n M o n ro W i n d ow f ra m e s i n L a m p B l a c k , L it tl e G re e n e A r t wo r k , Fo n d ati o n M a e g ht ( To p i m a g e) C h a i r, Wa r re n P l atn e r V i nt a g e wa l l l a m p s , Eq uilib re H e rit a g e W h ite l a m p , Re n é H o u b e n

Custom fitted joinery ensures this narrow space remains neat and uncluttered.

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Wa l l p a p e r, N o b ili s H e a d b o a r d i n S h e ll G rot to f a b ri c , Fe r m o i e M i d ce ntu r y wa l l l i g h t , 1 s tD i b s

Grasscloth wallpaper creates a luxurious yet cosseting mood. Wall hung lights free up space on the bedside tables

C a b i n e t r y i n R A L 3 01 4 (A nti q u e P i n k) Wa l l p a p e r, O t to li n e D u ve t cove r, K h a s to D ay b e d fa b ri c , P i e r re Frey S i m il a r wo o l c a r p e t , A lte r n ative Fl o o ri n g

Wa l l p a p e r, H e l e n e B l a n c h e S i m il a r m i r r o r, P e rc h & P a r row Wa l l l a m p , 1 s tD i b s Va n i t y, D B D I nte ri o r s S i m il a r b r u s h e d b ra s s t a p s , A B I I nte ri o r s

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The detailing on the vanity and the bath reference the original modernist design of the flat

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Pencil pleat headings gather the fabric into semi cylindrical rolls that resemble a line of pencils The curtains will then tumble freely to the floor It ’s a classic heading that goes with poles or tracks and can suit smaller windows

The first thing to consider w h e n t h i n k i n g a b o u t c u r t a i n s i s t h e i m p a c t t h e i r t e x t u re , c o l o u r o r p at t e r n w i l l h ave o n t h e re s t o f t h e s p a c e . Tr y l e t t i n g t h e c u r t a i n s b e c o m e t h e fo c u s o f yo u r ro o m by u s i n g a s t a n d o u t p r i nt o r e ye c at c h i n g c o l o u r t h e d r a m a c a n b e s p e c t a c u l a r E q u a l l y, by fo c u s i n g o n t e x t u re , t h e y c o u l d b e u s e d more s u bt l y t o cre at e a n i nv it i ng c or ner for rel a x at ion , for ex a m ple

Wave curtain headings are perfect for an informal, relaxed feel The curtain has to be fitted on a special track and falls in soft, wave like, rippling folds, allowing more of the fabric to be seen When the curtain is closed the waves retain their folds

I m p a l a cu r t a i n s i n C itri n e , H il l a r ys x L ivi n g etc

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Think a b o u t t h e l o o k yo u wa n t i n t e r m s o f t h e d ro p A s a g u i d e , i f t h e c u r t a i n i s re q u i re d t o s i t at t h e w i n d ow s i l l , we re c o m m e n d a 1c m c l e a r a n c e T h e s a m e c l e a r a n c e a p p l i e s t o c u r t a i n s m e a s u re d t o t h e f l o o r u n l e s s yo u d e l i b e r at e l y w a nt a p o o l e d e f fe c t I f yo u w a nt yo u r c u r t a i n s t o s i t b e l ow t h e s i l l , t h e n a d ro p o f 1 5 c m i s a g o o d l e n g t h t o a i m fo r ; h oweve r, i f yo u h ave a r a d i at o r b e n e at h t h e w i n d ow, yo u m i g ht w a nt t o s i t t h e c u r t a i n j u s t a b ove t h e t o p o f t h e r a d t o p re ve nt h e at l o s s

Finally, if there is a bit of space above your window, p l ay w i t h t h e p l a c e m e nt . Us u a l l y we re c o m m e n d p o s i t i o n i n g a c u r t a i n t r a c k o r p o l e a b o u t 1 5 c m a b ove t h e w i n d ow, b u t yo u c a n c re at e t h e i l l u s i o n o f h e i g ht by f i x i n g i t h i g h e r O r t r y t o p o r c e i l i n g f i x i n g fo r a f a b u l o u s l y m o d e r n v i b e A t o p f i xe d w ave t r a c k , fo r e x a m p l e , w i l l t r u l y r a i s e t h e b a r

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Pinch pleat headings draw together lots of fabric, which is gathered in bunches and stitched to create a smart decorative finish featuring elegant folds flowing to the floor As with pencil pleat headings, they work with either a pole or a track

Getting the balance right b e t we e n p r i v a c y a n d a l l ow i n g l i g ht i nt o yo u r h o m e i s i m p o r t a nt B l a c ko u t l i n i n g s a re u s e f u l i n a b e d ro o m t o h e l p yo u s l e e p t h ro u g h l i g ht e r s u m m e r m o r n i n g s , b u t yo u d o n ’t w a nt t o t a l d a rk n e s s i n e ve r y ro o m Un l i n e d c u r t a i n s h ave a l i g ht n e s s a b o u t t h e m , w h i c h m e a n s t h e y c a n a c t a s a f i l t e r o r voi l e a n d a re p e r fe c t fo r l aye r i n g u p w i t h o t h e r w i n d ow d re s s i n g s A t h e r m a l l i n i n g w i l l p rot e c t a g a i n s t h e at l o s s (i n w i nt e r) a n d h e at g a i n (i n s u m m e r), m a k i n g i t a g o o d o pt i o n fo r e n e r g y e f f i c i e n c y A n d c o l o u re d l i n i n g s a re a g re at w ay t o a d d i nt e re s t : w hy s h o u l d n ’t yo u r h o u s e l o o k a s g o o d f ro m t h e o u t s i d e a s i t d o e s f ro m w i t h i n?

PENCIL PLEAT

Eyelet curtain headings are threaded onto a pole through metal rings, with the curtains hanging in wide, uniform folds from top to bottom This heading is particularly popular in modern homes and great for large expanses of window

W h i le t he y s er ve a g r e at er pu r p o s e , c u r t a i n s h ave t he p ot ent ia l t o m a ke or br e a k t he lo ok of a r o om E ven a si m ple c u r t a i n c a n m a ke a s pac e fe el f i n i she d w h i le play i ng a pi vot a l r ole i n t r a n s for m i ng a n i nt er ior w het her it ’ s by c r e at i ng t he i l lu sion of a h ig her c ei l i ng , f r a m i ng a v ie w or m a k i ng a sm a l l w i ndow s e em big ger B et t er yet? T he y ’ r e a l s o a f a bu lou s w ay t o i nje c t p er s on a l it y i nt o a s pac e

C U R T A I N S A R E M A K I N G A S W I F T C O M E B A C K A S A C O O L W A Y T O A D D A N O T H E R D E S I G N D E T A I L T O A R O O M , A S Y V O N N E K E A L F R O M H I L L A R Y S E X P L A I N S

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Inspired to hang some curtains in your home? Just remember the heading finish you choose will make a difference to the overall look , as well as the way the curtains will hang open or closed

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‘I specifically sought out a light-mid-toned mottled marble, rather than something with dramatic veining, in an effort to create a more timeless but still interesting backdrop to the space,’ says Sheena

Walls in Chalk, Bauwerk Colour Floor tiles, Reed Harris Units designed by nune in collaboration with Sustainable Kitchens White Tundra marble, Stoneworld (fabricated by SPC) Island in Lapitec natural stone, Superior Stone Vintage Raak wall light, Béton Brut Stools, Menu Ceiling pendant, Allied Maker

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A post war, modernist house, built in 1958, in northwest London. The house has three storeys On the ground floor is a double living room with study area, a kitchen- diner and a cloakroom. The first floor comprises the main bedroom, walk in wardrobe and en-suite bathroom, plus a laundry room. On the second floor is the daughter ’s bedroom, a spare bedroom and a bathroom.

a huge i mpac t on t he overa l l feel i ng of t he g rou nd f loor,’ says Sheena , not i ng how t he space f lows f rom t he l iv i ng a rea at t he f ront to a work i ng n iche i n t he m idd le a nd on to t he op en pla n k it chen at t he rea r ‘

boug ht t he hou se ‘not i n a t er r ible st at e but a bit sad a nd u ntouched for 2 0 yea r s ’ i n 2 019 a nd Sheena k new i n st i nc t ively t hat it cou ld be a ma z i ng ‘ It sou nd s l i ke such a cl iché, but t he space rea l ly spoke to me a nd I k new it wa s t he hou se for u s I d id n’t k now exac t ly what I wa nt ed to do at t hat poi nt but I had a ver y st rong sen se of how it shou ld be la id out a nd what t he overa l l look a nd feel shou ld be,’ she says A nd , i mpor t a nt ly, she cou ld ut i l i se her de sig n ph i losophy to work w it h a s ma ny loc a l a r t i st s, ma ker s, de sig ner s a nd v i nt age dea ler s a s pos sible for t h i s prop er t y ‘ Doi ng t hat wa s probably t he most excit i ng pa r t of t he proce s s for me, ’ she says

For bet t er or wor se, we a lso el i m i nat ed a bed room , goi ng f rom fou r to t h ree, wh ich work s bet t er for ou r fa m i ly,’ she add s ‘ T hat a l lowed u s i ncrea sed storage i n ou r bed room a nd a com for t ably si zed ma i n bat h room ’ T hey a lso t u r ned a redu nda nt bat h room on t he f i r st f loor i nto a u sef u l lau nd r y room .

To f i n i sh , Sheena chose a sof t , soot h i ng colou r pa let t e, wh ich she de scr ibe s a s ‘ qu iet ’ , to u n i f y t he space ‘ T he tone s a re a l l relat ed t h roug hout t he hou se, t he on ly sl ig ht depa r t u re bei ng i n ou r daug ht er ’ s bed room , but t he sa nd y mu st a rd colou r we u sed i n t here st i l l read s a s a neut ra l,’ she ex pla i n s

Now, a f t er pu l l i ng of f t he renovat ion du r i ng a pa ndem ic (a l l wh i le home work i ng a nd home schooli ng ), a re t hey pla n n i ng to st ay put? ‘ Wit h ou r t rack record I’m not su re a ny where w ill be a forever home,’ ad m it s Sheena ‘ But we ’ re not pla n n i ng to move a ny t i me soon We do love it here ’

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Toppi ng it of f, de sig n i ng w it h t he pla net i n m i nd wa s a ch ief concer n no mea n feat when u ndergoi ng a g ut renovat ion . Sheena made a poi nt of reduci ng wa st e a nd sou rci ng re spon sible bu i ld i ng a nd f u r n i sh i ng mat er ia ls S o, i n st ead of st a nda rd wa l l i n su lat ion , t he couple u sed rec ycled mat er ia l, a s wel l a s su st a i nable f loor i ng a nd joi ner y, plu s low VOC g lue s a nd pa i nt s

T he envelop e of t he hou se d id n’t a lt er, but t hey d id s w it ch t he k it chen to t he sout h faci ng back of t he hou se a nd dug dow n 4 0 cm to i ncrea se it s heig ht a nd l ig ht . ‘ T h i s had

Sheena Murphy, who runs design studio, nune, plus her husband Paul, a start up advisor, their daughter, aged seven, and Cavapoo, Sid

heena Mu r phy ha s a n advent u rou s spi r it , hav i ng l ived i n n i ne home s i n t h ree cou nt r ie s du r i ng t he 15 yea r s she ha s been w it h her hu sba nd Pau l S o it ’ s ha rd ly su r pr i si ng t hat she chose a n at y pic a l hou se when she wa s look i ng at new place s to l ive R at her t ha n go for t he k i nd of pret t y Vic tor ia n t er race t hat ma ke s up most of her nor t hwe st L ondon neig hbou rhood , t he i nt er ior de sig ner went for a ut i l it a r ia n 1950 s prop er t y bu i lt on a bomb da maged sit e a f t er t he wa r ‘ I love t he p er iod hou se s i n t he a rea but , a s a de sig ner who work s qu it e f i r m ly on t he moder n i st end of t he sp ec t r u m , I wa s seek i ng somet h i ng w it h fewer a rch it ec t u ra l bou nda r ie s, good l ig ht a nd somet h i ng a l it t le more u nex p ec t ed , ’ she says G et t i ng Pau l on boa rd wa s a not her stor y. ‘ But a f t er t a l k i ng a lot about t he i nt er ior ex p er ience of t he hou se a nd t he i ncrea sed l ig ht f rom it s la rge met a l f ra med w i ndows, I event ua l ly wore h i m dow n! ’ she ch i r p s Sheena a nd Pau l, who work s i n t ech nolog y, had been l iv i ng a nd work i ng i n New York for eig ht yea r s (a f t er a yea r long st i nt i n I nd ia a nd t wo yea r s i n S eat t le) before ret u r n i ng to t he U K i n 2 018 w it h t hei r daug ht er, who i s now seven T hey

Bench, designed by nune; made by a Bureau Design Table, Another Country Vintage Luigi Saccardo chairs in wool felt by Kvadrat Artwork, Brooke Holm Fruit bowl, Serax

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‘The long, linear bench was a space -saving idea as the width of the room didn’t allow for chairs all round the table,’ says Sheena. ‘We now prefer it.’

The issue of where to put the TV was solved by going for a Samsung Frame TV, which displays art when switched off

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Bookcase, Fred Rigby Studio Vase (top shelf), The Clay Assemblage Vase (centre bottom), Modern Art Hire Light, Morentz Fireplace by nune; tiles from Raven Pouffe, &Tradition Planter, Cody Hoyt

Curved pieces deliver a lovely sumptuousness to this space.

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Handwoven rug, Sera Helsinki Vintage travertine table, 1stDibs Vintage sofa from Béton Brut in wool fabric by Rose Uniacke Spherical cushion, Gotain Little Petra armchairs, &Tradition European oak flooring, Hørning

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P R O J E C T S U C C E S S ? right balance of comfort, aesthetics, storage and light.

‘As with most bedrooms I design, this was to feel like the ultimate sanctuary – filled with soothing tones and textures,’ says Sheena

‘We wanted this space to be almost spa like Although the palette is very restrained, it was important that there was texture in the stone to prevent it feeling flat,’ says Sheena.

h o m e t r u t h s I F Y O U W E R E A S O F A W H I C H W O U L D Y O U B E ? A Klaus Uredat Corbi sofa small and a little bit kooky D E S I G N C L A S S I C Y O U ’ D L O V E T O O W N ? I love classic design, I get more excited by discovering and owning (budget permitting) new artists’ and makers’ work

D R E A M H O M E ? a small, old cottage in my grandparents’ native home of Ireland; equally close to the forest and the water, filled with my favourite ceramics, plants, books and love F O R M O R F U N C T I O N ? I am 50/50 A V O U R I T E C O L O U R C O M B O ? love a burnt orange with rich dark browns and soft creamy tones

Walls in Warm White, Atelier Ellis Floor tiles, Reed Harris Wall tiles, Fired Earth Bath, Victoria + Albert Taps and shower fittings, Studio Ore Shower wall clad in marble, Stoneworld Folding wooden stool, Skagerak

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Handmade rug, Cappelen Dimyr Felt and oak headboard by nune in collaboration with Another Country Calacatta Viola marble plinth table, Menu Workstead wall light, Another Country Natural linen bedding, Bedfolk Pale grey throw, Atelier Sukha Curtains, Nest Design

D E S I G N H E R O ? Current day – Giancarlo Valle.

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‘The space is relatively small so storage and smart planning were key,’ says Sheena.

Onyx wall lights, L’Aviva Home Clara ceramic sinks, Waterworks Marble, Stoneworks (installed by SCP)

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Walls in custom mixed paint, Little Greene European oak flooring, Hørning Wood stool, Kalon Studios Bunk bed, Oliver Furniture Fly to Tokyo print, Fine Little Day (framed by Lord & Du Plooy) Palm tree cushion, Ferm Living Bed linen, Camomile London

‘The light reflects beautifully off these mirrored cupboards in the morning, and the onyx lamps with Tala bulbs provide a soft, warm glow at night,’ says Sheena.

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The designer created the Spanish style elements he was craving by incorporating an arch. Plant stand, Schoolhouse Artwork by Dabito (back wall) and Bethania Lima (right)

Creative d i rector Dabito used h is i nteriors k now how to t reat h is 1950s bu nga low to a med ley of pat tern a nd colou r a longside a smat teri ng of clever desig n t rick s hacker home X PHOTOGRAPHY DAVID TSAY/OT TO WORDS EMMA J PAGE 88 livingetc.com

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Caracas pendant, Jonathan Adler Artwork (top far lef t) by Leroy Miranda Jr Riley sconce, Mitzi

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‘You can’t beat a good gallery wall,’ says Dabito ‘Ours features photos from a trip to Iceland, two wood carvings from the Philippines and a watercolour I recently painted ’

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Yellow Jasper sofa, Room & Board Riley wall sconces, Mitzi Artwork (centre) by Dabito

Crisp white walls are the perfect backdrop for the vibrant art and furnishings, which include an antique Chinese rug.

‘This nook is the most hard working space in the house. I eat, read, work and even nap here.’

Julie dining table, Burke Decor Bespoke banquette in Idol Violet performance fabric, Sunbrella at Ballard Designs Tropical Paradise wallpaper, Walls Republic Pendant, Goodee Chair, Perigold

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A sk h i m wh ich of h i s hack s he fou nd most u sef u l a nd he doe sn’t he sit at e. ‘ Pa i nt i s t he be st ; you c a n t ra n sfor m a ny t h i ng w it h it . I a m not much of a DI Y er, bel ieve it or not , but si mple a nd i mpac t f u l a lways work s ’ O t her t r ick s he ha s employed i nclude I kea wa rd robe i n ner s t ra n sfor med w it h c a ne f ront s i n t he ma i n bed room ; louv re door s i n t he ha l lway a nd a w rap rou nd deep g reen pa i nt t reat ment i n t he k it chen . ‘ It ’ s not about hav i ng acce s s to h ig h end piece s, ’ bel ieve s Dabito ‘ W het her you rent or ow n , you c a n celebrat e you r space ’

T he proper t y he chose, however, d id n’t feel li ke a scoop ‘ I ca n’t say I fell i n love w ith it , ’ he says ‘ It wa s box y a nd feat u reless I rea lly wa nted a Spa n ish st yle home, wh ich I f i nd a rch itect u ra lly more i nterest i ng T h is place had been done up, thoug h not creat ively, wh ich mea nt remov i ng what d id n’t work a nd rejig g i ng the layout . ’ Or ig i na lly a fou r bed, t wo bath space, Dabito reworked the house to accom modate th ree bed rooms (the fou r th beca me a n en su ite) a nd th ree bath rooms One bed room is now a n of f ice, wh ile the couple’s bath room is accessed by a n a rchway i nt roduci ng some of those Spa n ish li nes he craved

T he couple a lso la id her r i ngbone f loor i ng t h roug hout a nd added a n a rchway i n t he ha l lway, wh ich Dabito says wa s a n i n st a nt ga me cha nger But perhaps t he most eye poppi ng spot is t he d i n i ng space w it h it s joy f u l cla sh of pat ter ned wa l lpaper, m id cent u r y shape s a nd l i lac ba nquet te seat i ng ‘ I wa sn’t su re what to do w it h t hat cor ner u nt i l I h it upon i n st a l l i ng t he nook , ’ says Dabito ‘ Now it ’ s t he most ha rd work i ng space i n t he hou se I eat , read , work a nd even nap t here ’

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Dabito bel ieve s t hat home i s t he most power f u l mode of sel f ex pre s sion we have. ‘ It ’ s about add i ng p er sona l element s t hat honou r you r her it age, you r fa m i ly, you r t ravels,’ he says. ‘ Home i s a place to fost er wel lbei ng a nd creat iv it y ’ A nd w it h h i s f i r st book u nder way, it seem s l i ke h is ow n space is doi ng a pret t y good job of t hat

Dabito, creator of online design resource, Old Brand New, his fiancé Ryan, who works in education, their two pit bull dogs, Luigi and Stirling, and cat Verbena.

A 1950s bungalow in LA’s South Pasadena district The one storey property has an open-plan kitchen- diner, living room, three bedrooms, home office, three bathrooms, utility room and terrace.

f i nd joy i n colou r, ’ says Dabito, a nd a f t er a few m i nut e s sp ent i n h i s compa ny, it ’ s not ha rd to see it s i mpac t , bot h i n h i s opt i m i st ic out look a nd t he br ig ht hued i nt er ior s he i n habit s. I n fou r yea r s, he ’ s t ra n sfor med a box l i ke 1950 s bu nga low i nto a covet able L A pad , a lso home to h i s pa r t ner Rya n a nd t hei r menager ie of p et s, i nclud i ng t wo pit bu l ls a nd a c at Dabito is the fou nder of Old Bra nd New, a plat for m that rose to prom inence w ith Instag ra m mable interiors hack s what he ca n’t tell you about invent ive, a f fordable do overs probably isn’t wor th k now ing Hav ing d iv ided h is t ime bet ween New Orlea ns a nd h is home t u r f for the la st few yea rs, Dabito wa s ready to ‘g row root s ’ in the South Pa sadena d ist rict where he g rew up w ith h is pa rent s, who em ig rated to the US f rom Viet na m in the 1970s ‘It ’ s a lively com mu n it y, w ith A sia n a nd Lat ino in f luences. Buy ing here seemed li ke a homecom ing.’

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The third bedroom has been turned into a work space for Dabito. The colours and textures lend it a 1970s feel, while a TV hung on the wall looks like a print thanks to a groovy screensaver.

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The Frame TV, Samsung Artwork (on TV), Barry McGee Travelers Palm wallpaper, Milton & King Chair (right), Article Now a nd aga i n , I move a la mp, va se, ot toma n or cha i rs a rou nd ju st to ‘act ivate’ the space ”

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The existing grey cabinetry and white metro tiles were banished in favour of a bold green colour wash

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Walls and cabinetry in Royal Orchard, Behr Abstract artwork, Justina Blakeney Try Vinterior for a similar vintage Moroccan rug

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As the house is on a hillside, the terrace has views of the surrounding gardens ‘It ’s our outdoor room,’ says Dabito. ‘We enjoy listening to the hummingbirds ’

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All my vintage second hand pieces I love that a new framework gives them a new lease of life

My antique Chinese rugs. I love their bold colours and floral designs.

Getting the main bedroom and bathroom just right – creating the archway was time - consuming. And figuring out the best layout for a closet, toilet room and double sink, along with a large window

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A ceramic lamp from Smallable, The Jungalow: Decorate Wild book and a few half full glasses of water

The dining room banquette because it ’s versatile and a great use of space.

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W H A T ’ S O N Y O U R B E D S I D E T A B L E ?

Kelly Wearstler has very unique pieces that are sculptural and textural.

Coffee table, Urban Outfitters Sofas in durable fabric, Sunbrella

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Pendant light, Anthropologie Turquoise bedspread, Jungalow

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The couple reworked this space, adding a softening archway leading to an adjoining bathroom. Opposite, a run of Ikea wardrobes is fronted with bespoke panelled doors

Vigo Jansons WORDS Karine Monié X a fashionable life I n f luencer Ni na Suess tea med up w ith desig ner T heresa Ober moser to create the per fect pad for st yl ish l iv i ng 98 livingetc.com

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This is designed to be cosseting ‘You just wanna chill here but it’s also so elegant,’ says Nina. B e s p o ke s o f a , Fl ow & S h ow C h a i r s , Fe r m L ivi n g Fl o o r l a m p , A M o d e r n G ra n d To u r P e n d a n t l i g h t , S o h o H o m e Wa l l l i g h t s , Ke lly We a r s tl e r F i r e p l a ce , En g li s h Fi re p l a ce s R u g , A DA A r t wo r k , B e n e d i k t M uxe l livingetc.com 99

D I N I N G A R E A The slick, chic space is perfect for professional events as well as having friends over for dinner D i n i n g t a b l e , G a ll ot ti & Ra d i ce P e n d a n t l i g h t , I s a b e l H a m m C h a i r s , D utc h b o n e T i m b e r f l o o r, B e n ot t 100 livingetc.com

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Fashion blogger and influencer Nina Suess

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A 200sq m apartment located in a Victorian red brick mansion block features a large open plan living/dining room, a kitchen, two bedrooms with en suites, a study, a utility/ workout space and a guest cloakroom

ith more than 380,000 followers on Instagram, it’s safe to say that fashion blogger Nina Suess is a successful influencer Hailing from Germany, she has chosen London more specifically, a beautiful residential street in Kensington, surrounded by an up and coming area currently under redevelopment as the setting for her busy life

In addition to the furniture and lighting sourced from the likes of Ferm Living, Menu, Kelly Wearstler, Allied Maker and Bocci, TO Interior Design also custom designed elements, such as the luxurious beds a nd sofa, to create that truly bespoke feel ‘This is, by far, the most extravagant and opulent project I’ve done to date,’ observes Theresa

As Nina is constantly travelling, Theresa worked hard on creating a sanctuary where she can unwind and relax between trips At the same time, the goal was to shape a place where Nina can easily host professional events And with every small corner perfectly styled to be easily Instagrammable, the luxuriously chic result is made to measure ‘We managed to create a space that really feels like home,’ concludes Nina.

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What immediately convinced Nina about this apartment was its size: ‘There were too many rooms, but I was able to see what we could make out of it,’ she explains Once she had settled on the flat, Nina needed some help to transform its interior, so she called on Theresa Obermoser [fa r r ig ht , w it h Ni na], founder of TO Interior Design, to take on the task ‘I had always dreamed of a big open living room and that’s exactly what we did,’ says Nina

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To do this, Theresa brought a different feel and colour scheme to every room using a variety of shapes and materials from vibrant ochre velvets, a forest green patterned headboard and delicate textured curtain fabrics to black and white contrasts and brushed brass details All the while, the main source of inspiration was Nina’s wardrobe. ‘In order to reflect her fashion style through the interiors, it was important to understand her own design language,’ explains Theresa ‘Nina then gave me a lot of freedom to interpret it.’

‘When Nina asked me to design her home, I said yes immediately,’ remembers Theresa ‘I respect her sense of fashion; it’s always a bit of everything but very elegantly combined ’ Aware of Nina’s taste, Theresa knew this was a client who wa s op en to bold design i n her home. ‘Nina wants to live like she dresses,’ says Theresa. ‘We both don’t believe in trends we believe in extravagant, timeless pieces ’ Playing around with the layout allowed Theresa to optimise the space for Nina’s way of living, replacing the original four bedrooms with two luxurious en suite bedrooms which, obviously, feature plenty of storage for Nina’s clothes plus a workout room and a study

With its ornate cornicing and wall panelling, the apartment has the grand feel of the Victorian building in which it sits, but thanks to Theresa’s intervention it also truly reflects its owner. ‘Theresa has known me for a long time and she was able to capture my personality through the interior design and decoration: traditional, yet a little eclectic,’ says Nina ‘The idea here was to translate a fashion show into an interior design,’ adds Theresa

And, as with her entrepreneurial job, Ni na has invested a lot of time and effort into achieving her dream home ‘I think I mu st have looked at more than 300 places in all, over a time period of almost two years, ’ she says. ‘I wanted to find something that had potential, but that can be d i f f icu lt with old English architecture ’

t h e b l u e p r i n t M A I N B E D R O O M O F F I C E L I V I N G A R E A D I N I N G A R E A U T I L I T Y/ W O R K O U T S P A C E K I T C H E N B E D R O O M D R E S S I N G R O O M h o m e t r u t h s D E S I G N B R A N D Y O U L O V E ? C&C Milano I can’t get enough of their fabrics The patterns are just incredible. F A V O U R I T E W A L L C O L O U R ? Off white. Going for a proper white makes a space look too sterile You want a cosy feel D R E A M P I E C E O F F U R N I T U R E ? My dining table by Gallotti&Radice, which manages to be both massive and elegant. E S S E N T I A L D E C O R A T I V E A C C E S S O R Y ? Dried flowers I have them all over the flat they are no work, yet incredibly beautiful. B I G G E S T D E S I G N M I S T A K E ? There are none Thank you Theresa! 102 livingetc.com

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Y ‘This was full- on Theresa’s idea and I love it,’ says Nina ‘Life is too short not to showcase your most amazing shoes.’ S h e lve s , cu s to m m a d e tr y th e M u s e u m s h e lf by Stri n g livingetc.com 103

‘This is always neat,’ says Nina. ‘Usually I always have chaos in the kitchen, but we managed to create a space where keeping it organised is much easier ’ K i t c h e n , L a u re n N i c h o l a s E N T R A N C E Demarcated with two console tables, this area was opened up completely so there is no separate hallway Ce i l i n g l i g h t s , M u ll a n L ig hti n g W h ite t a b l e l a m p , Fe r m L ivi n g B ra s s t a b l e l a m p s , A n oth e r H u m a n T h e V ill et te co n s o l e t a b l e at C ox & C ox i s si m il a r C L O A K R O O M There’s no stinting on the glam factor in the guest WC M a r b l e b a s i n , cu s to m m a d e S af a ri D a n ce wa l l p a p e r, C o l e & S o n T h e A rd e n Le af p e n d a n t at P e rc h & P a r row i s si m il a r

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bathrooms, so it was important for me to have enough light in here,’ says Nina Va n i t y u n i t a n d s w i ve l m i r r o r s , a ll cu s to m m a d e Ta p s , VA D O

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Seduced by t he cu r rent t rend for cu r ves a nd si nuou s shapes, we mea nder i nto a n orga n ic rea l m where ha rd edges a re sof tened w it h f low i ng li nes f luidit y

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Curtain in Tapestr y Flower in Eau De Nil, £95m , Designers Guild Fly side table with C alacatta Oro marble top, £ 2, 5 49, Flexform at Interdesign Saint Germain Sofa by J M Massaud, RHS module upholstered in G Siro 05 Ruggine, £ 24 ,01 6 32, Poliform Oxydation Low table, £7 10, Ligne Roset Westend Chair and cushion, as before David Frost cof fee table, £ 2, 55 4 50, Julian Chichester Roattino floor lamp, £ 1 , 509, Eileen Gray at Aram Store (On sofa , from lef t) Corda Blossom corduroy cushion, £55 , Designers Guild Anamorphose embroidered cushion, £75 , C asamance (On side table) Green hammered bowl, £89, Graham and Green (On Low table) Lotus vase in Green , £83 , Day Home at Amara (On cof fee table) Bungalow wav y tray, £ 240, Trove by Studio Duggan (On tray) Similar glass tumbler from Habitat Small vase, from £95 , Talia James at Heal ’s Green and White small bowl, £45 , Henr y Holland The Bloom & The Thorns rug, £ 13 , 875 , Brian Coleman at Knots Rugs

Lexi Ivor y bouclé cur ved chair, £ 1 ,195 , Graham and Green Mushroom side table with smoke glass and smoke wood finish , £9 60, C alligaris Neem Vision cushion in Terracotta , £9 8 , Amara Satellite uplighter, from £4 8 0, Palefire

An armchair wit h a cur ved silhouet te upholstered in a sof t bouclé and a sculptural light wit h a painterly motif look artistic and alluring

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A cur vaceous sofa in a rich reddish hue is a tem pting invitation for lounging in t his air y space. A cascading cur tain in a loose floral and a rug wit h a gently meandering design add to t he delight . The arch of t he window is echoed in t he lines of t he floor lam p, cof fee table and armchair.

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Ancona shelving unit, £ 1 ,094 , Ercol Saragosse side table with green marble top, £69 0, Ligne Roset Westend Loop armchair, €2,092 plus VAT, India Mahdavi for Gebrüder Thonet Vienna (On shelving unit, from top) Dipped vase in Red and Terracotta , £75 , Collagerie at The Conran Shop (Second shelf ) Terracotta and White bowl, £75 , Henr y Holland Small Pamana vase in Coral Gloss , £95 , The Conran Shop Extra large marble pot (one of two halves), € 3 49 complete, Kristina Dam Studio ( Third shelf ) Green and White small bowl, £45 , Henr y Holland (Bottom shelf ) Circles vase in Green , £ 1 85 , The Conran Shop Extra large marble pot (two of two halves), € 3 49 complete, Kristina Dam Studio Unwrapping vessel, £9 0 0, Tina Vlassopulos at The New Craf tsmen (On table) Palla black marble and brass table lamp, £89, Lights & Lamps C apas 1 flatweave rug, £ 2, 3 10, Nanimarquina

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A large scale panoramic wallpaper wit h floating shapes defines a dining area in an open plan space The sof t cur ves are repeated in t he elegant velvet chairs and t he delicately rounded forms of a linear pendant .

Panoramic Mambo wall panel (H3mxW 15 4cm), £462 10, C asamance Melina pendant, from £ 2,0 0 0, Mentsen at Hand & Eye Studio Spiga extending dining table, £4 ,727, C alligaris Akiko dining chairs in Pleasure Aquamarine, £ 2,460, Oscar and Gabriele Buratti at Gallotti&Radice Rug, as before (On table) Ivor y Rings candle holder £79, Graham and Green Opaline Green candles, £4 9 0 a pair, Villa Bologna Potter y Nostalgia oversized platter in Olive, £85 , The Conran Shop (In background) Shelving unit and armchair, as before

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The sculptural chair in vibrant red com bining play ful loops and circles com plements t he fine lined open shelving unit wit h sof t edges , used to display shapely curated pieces

A shapely, grained wood dressing table topped wit h marble sits alongside a cur v y chair in a block geomet ric print , all on an upscaled linear design rug in deep charcoal .

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Boa wallcovering in C arbon W937/02, from £8 40 a roll, Black Edition Shataph 111 acr ylic on jute painting, £ 10,0 0 0, Matthew Burrows at Vigo Galler y Nuvola bed frame, from £ 2, 399, Says Who at Heal ’s (Lef t of bed, just seen) Tisbur y side table in Fantasy Brown , £750; (Right of bed) Rina concrete table in Maroon , £ 255 , both Soho Home Linen king size duvet cover in Forest, £ 199; set two pillowcases in Forest, £60 a pair, all Cultiver Nid wool blanket in Oliva , £470, Society Limonta Long bolster in Vivre Raspberr y, £ 1 65m , Chelsea Gem at George Spencer Designs Small rectangular cushion in Khorol in Sage/Shiitake, £94m , Harlequin Arlo table lamp including lampshade, £475 , Heathfield & Co Ink y Dhow rug in Black, £ 12,010, Bethan Gray for cc tapis

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Wallcovering, as before Maskara dressing table including accessories , £5 , 38 8; Maskara stool in Green velvet, £ 1 ,112, both Porada Kubrick chair, £910, Rober t Langford; covered in Takao in Malva 912 2 /02, from £ 1 65m , Black Edition Vase and rug, as before

For an im mersive bedroom scheme, wallpaper wit h fine interlocking waves creates a tex tural backdrop for furniture wit h sof t cur ves . It is all finished wit h an im posing ar twork of fluid , ribbon like shapes along wit h a monochrome rug wit h large - scale wav y lines for anot her wow moment

O range and green always work toget her because t hey share t he com monalit y of yellow in t heir make - up I n t h i s room , t he st abi l it y of t he mut ed g reen a l lows t he st ronger ora nge s to st a nd out T he va r iat ion of t he se tone s work s i n ha r mony due to t hei r i n herent wa r mt h Each hue cont a i n s och re, u mber or red ox ide, wh ich mea n s t he colou r s relat e to each ot her, t ra n slat i ng i nto a ba la nced a nd i nv it i ng scheme de spit e t he clea r d i f ference i n tona l st reng t h A lt houg h ora nge a nd g reen cou ld be t houg ht of a s a cla s sic colou r scheme, t he u se of t er racot t a a nd h ig h g los s woodwork ma ke s for a more cont empora r y f i n i sh here

Dark colours can seem more profound in a gloss finish . Glos s ha s t rad it iona l ly been u sed on f ront door s a nd woodwork , a nd t here i s a move away f rom mat t a nd eg g shel l f i n i she s towa rd s g loss. T he applicat ion of g loss requ i res sig n if ica ntly more prepa rat ion bec au se ever y det a i l w i l l be mag n i f ied by a g los s f i n i sh I f you en su re excel lent prepa rat ion , t he re su lt c a n be st u n n i ng

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The warm green on t he ceiling is per fec tly in order. Wit h a si m i la r tona l st reng t h to t he t er racot t a wa l l shade, it doe s not comp et e T he cei l i ng colou r i s a lso a d i lut ed ver sion of t he k ha k i , ma k i ng it a clever way of decorat i ng w it hout pu re wh it e; ver y d i lut ed colou r s behave l i ke wh it e, sat i sf y i ng t he need for a l ig ht er cei l i ng wh i le ma i nt a i n i ng a comprehen sive scheme To choose t he cor rec t d i lut ed colou r for you r cei l i ng , pick a key colou r f rom t he scheme a nd f i nd a wh it e w it h a h i nt of a si m i la r hue

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Keeping t he lower half of a room dark and the upper half light echoes the natural world . It feels l i ke t he cont ra st bet ween ea r t h a nd sk y, so t h i s way of u si ng colou r i s a lways wel l accept ed a nd com for t a ble. T h is is pa r t icu la rly releva nt w it h da rk g reen a ref lec t ion of nat u re

The ratio of t he colours is what makes a scheme work . I n t h i s c a se, k ha k i st reng t hen s t he pa let t e, ac t i ng a s a sol id g rou nd for t he l ig ht er t er racot t a tone s K ha k i repre sent s ju st 3 0% of t he overa l l scheme; t he rema i n i ng 70% i s t er racot t a t he power of k ha k i mea n s t he rat io i s enoug h A ny more a nd it wou ld become u nba la nced a nd

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overbea r i ng . T he propor t ion of each tone a l lows t he t er racot t a t o rema i n del ic at e a nd u na s su m i ng aga i n st t he bold st at ement of t he k ha k i

Starting with accessories that have similar under tones to your paint colours helps create a cohesive and balanced result It i s i mpor t a nt to have acce ssor ie s i n va r iat ion s of si m i la r tone s rat her t ha n one si ng le colou r t h i s creat e s dept h a nd a l lows for subtle movement i n a scheme. Add i ng a not her cont ra st i ng , relat ed colou r w i l l br i ng dy na m i sm a nd soph i st ic at ion to a space; for exa mple, t he blue h ig h l ig ht s on t he cu sh ion s, a r t work a nd t eapot u sed here.

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The blend of greens creates dept h and dynamism . T he tona l va r iat ion of k ha k i , t he ol ive tone of t he sofa , t he yel low ba sed g reen on t he cei l i ng a nd t he m id g reen of t he pla nt s ach ieve s a ba la nced scheme Si m i la rly w it h t he ora nge a nd t er racot t a , each element i s a d i f ferent hue yet t he la mp, c a nd le, t able a nd la mp shade a re a l l f rom t he sa me fa m i ly, work i ng to t ie t he scheme toget her.

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A carefully considered palette of oranges and greens with lively blue accents comes together in this warm and inviting living space designed by Koi Colour Studio

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To s t a r t , d r aw a si mple s c a le pla n of t he ro om : i nclude key feat u re s (w i ndow s , do or s a nd a roug h f u r n it u re layout) a nd h ig h l ig ht a rea s you ne e d t o br ig ht en up, not i ng t he t y p e s of l ig ht i ng you t h i n k w i l l b e mo s t u s ef u l . Nex t , t h i n k t h roug h you r opt ion s w it h a cr it ic a l eye For ex a mple , a n L E D la mp lo ok s g reat i n t er m s of ef f icienc y, but it won’t g low a s b eaut i f u l ly a s a s t a nda rd bu lb (i f you have t he budget , a r t i s t Nia m h B a r r y creat e s h ig h c onc ept cha ndel ier s i n bron z e a nd g la s s t hat d i f f u s e t he L E D l ig ht so it ’ s wa r mer)

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Although it’s a lightweight piece, the Petite Friture Vertigo pendant makes a big statement and will give any space a chic feel I used this chandelier in my design for The Soho Hotel the contemporary light floats above an antique butcher’s table and creates a lovely contrast in the living room It makes me think of that La Bomba hat by Jacquemus so big it’s almost absurd (but nonetheless fabulous) petitefriture com

T he nu m b er one r u le i n de sig n i s mot ive Wit hout one , you may f i nd you r s el f lo s t at s ea w it hout a padd le S o, b efore i nve s t i ng i n la mp s a nd l ig ht f it t i ng s , get t o k now t he ro om you ’ re de sig n i ng a nd sor t out w h ich f u nc t ion s a nd ac t iv it ie s w i l l t a ke plac e t here

D on’t for get plac ement , eit her Ma ny p e ople rely on a si ng le c ent r a l l ig ht f it t i ng i n bat h ro om s , for ex a mple , but overhead l ig ht i ng a lone c a n c a s t shadow s (f r u s t r at i ng w hen t r y i ng t o apply ma ke up or shav i ng ) A nd rew Ma r t i n creat e s fa nt a s t ic wa l l mou nt e d l ig ht s i n a nt ique bu r n i she d br a s s a nd a la ba s t er t hat a re p er fe c t for t h i s s pac e (t he de sig n i s c a l le d Mela nge). Oh , a nd plac ement a l so appl ie s t o you r s w it che s I h ig h ly re c om mend a 5 A M P plug so cket You c a n plug i n a l l you r s t a nd i ng a nd t a ble la mp s a nd have t hem a l l c on ne c t e d t o one s w it ch at t he do or t h i s w i l l save so much t i me goi ng rou nd t he ro om t u r n i ng la mp s of f i nd iv idua l ly

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Sema Topaloglu is known for her dedication to materials, craftsmanship and a unique aesthetic vision I discovered her work at Salone del Mobile in Milan at the Alcova exhibit her delicate hand blown glass lights stood out against the crumbling ex army barracks surroundings I think she is a genius and I’m desperate to get my hands on her work; they just look good enough to eat! sematopaloglu com

Rou nd i ng it out , c on sider a m bienc e a nd mo o d , e s p e cia l ly i n you r l iv i ng ro om . I f i n dou bt , ma ke you r ro om s en s ua l by l ig ht i ng a si mple c a nd le Hou s e of Tou r a n ha s a n Ada m a nd E ve ha nd made c a ndela br a made by C ha h reF D e sig n St ud io t hat i s t o d ie for a nd , I quot e , ‘ a p er fe c t s y m b ol for love , made out of love ’ . I f t hat do e sn’t ma ke you r eye s l ig ht up, not h i ng w i l l!

W hen it c ome s t o f i x t u re s , t h i n k a b out t he way each t y p e c a s t s l ig ht . A s a r u le of t hu m b, I avoid u si ng s p ot l ig ht s w henever p o s sible e s p e cia l ly i n l iv i ng ro om s , l ibr a r ie s a nd b e d ro om s a s t he s e s pac e s a re mea nt t o b e wa r m a nd i nv it i ng I n s t ead , s t ick t o low level l ig ht i ng w it h t a ble la mp s , s t a nd i ng l ig ht s a nd pic t u re wa l l l ig ht s K i n k at ou St ud io ha s

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Remember also that creative juices ﬂow when bright colours are used . ‘Our client requested a colour that reminded them of a warm orchid , and we found just the one,’ says Mar y Patton , founder, Mar y Patton Design

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The must have piece for a home office these days is a sofa a place to ‘sit sof t ’ while on calls or in contemplative mode.

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By taking it up over the ceiling , and contrasting with jewel tones, this office means business G ET THE LOOK Joinery, walls and ceiling in Brinjal by Farrow & Ball Window treatment by Pierre Frey

G ET THE LOOK Walls and joinery in Light Blue by Farrow & Ball Raphael Blue wallpaper by Sandberg

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When designing this home office, we knew we wanted it to be a colourful, creative space without feeling too themed or trendy,’ says Annie DeSantis of W Design Collective. We wanted to incorporate a pattern in this space without it feeling too busy as we searched , we fell in love with this leaf y, mural - esque wallpaper, which perfectly complemented the walls ’

No matter the size of your home, there’s always wiggle room For starters , look under the stairs . This area can offer enough space for a snug office. To make the most of ever y inch , consider a customised desk made to ﬁt perfectly within the dimensions B ring in a design - led chair and you are ready for work

Size isn’ t ever y thing , and sometimes simple can truly be better. That was the theor y behind this desk nook , designed by architect G rant Straghan of DE DR AF T for his own home. Realising that all he needed for an uncluttered mind was a stool and light , this unobtrusive set up is ideal for open - plan life.

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G ET THE LOOK Office designed by Space Factory PS 2012 chair by Marcus Arvonen from Ikea

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G ET THE LOOK Office designed by DEDRAFT Stool, Ikea

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G ET THE LOOK Design by Katharine Howard Tulip armless chair by Eero Saarinen from Heal’s For similar wall colour, try Banyan Blue by Atelier Ellis

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Designer Katharine Howard was able to turn this narrow corridor in a ground ﬂoor extension into a perfect and purposeful desk space Natural light pours in from the window-wall and sk ylight , but the deep blue walls and leaf y planting beyond help to tame the glare.

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G ET THE LOOK Walls in Deep River by Benjamin Moore Light, Allied Maker Custom chair by J Block Designs

Give a home office a whimsical touch by making it an outward looking space Move the desk in front of the window, so bright sunshine, rain or snow become your daily wallpaper ‘ In this home, we made the alcoves functional for the family and created built- in desks We love this feature and so do the homeowners , ’ says Ginger Curtis , owner and principal designer, Urbanology Designs .

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Using a rug that ’s almost as big as the ﬂoor space has allowed designers Lia McNair y and Azar Fattahi of L AL A Reimagined to be quite ﬂexible with this layout ‘ Being a creative, the owner likes to move his office arrangements around quite a bit , ’ says Azar ‘ Having the rug so large provides that option it means the furniture can sit any where ’ G ET THE LOOK Rug by Liesel Plambeck Cabinetr y in Vardo by Farrow & Ball Desk by Bodil Kjær for Karak ter Copenhagen Vi nt age feel Too of ten , we fall into the trap of thinking office furniture should be white, plastic and functional, as that ’s what we’re used to But when you repurpose other pieces a dressing table, a director ’s chair, a bedside lamp – you get a space that feels so much more characterful G ET THE LOOK Cote d’Azur wallpaper, Manuel Canovas at Colefax and Fowler Larsson desk, Neptune D E C O R A T I N G

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Home of f ice s need to encou rage work C olou r s t hat a id concent rat ion a nd i n spi re t houg ht a re blue s a nd pu r ple s Blue s a re long a s sociat ed w it h level headed cool ne s s, a qua l it y t hat i s def i n itely needed i n t he of f ice ps ycholog ic a l ly it encou rage s log ic a nd cla r it y of t houg ht T he more pa st el t he colou r, t he more soot h i ng it i s A blue pu r ple cou ld be idea l for f i nd i ng i n spi rat ion ’ Nat a l ie Tredget t , fou nder of desig n st ud io Nat a l ie Tredget t Desig n

‘O ver t i me, t he sofa ha s become t he big ge st t rend i n home of f ice s I t h i n k when you ’ re u si ng t he sofa to sit on , re st or sleep on , t here ha s to be a k i nd of sof t ne s s a nd t ac t i l it y to t he piece A nd it doe sn’t mea n it need s to be rou nd but t here i s somet h i ng about hu ma n bei ng s i n herent ly relat i ng to cu r ve s I n a ny c a se, you don’t wa nt sha r p cor ner s when you ’ re sit t i ng on a sofa ’ Nipa Dosh i, fou nder of Dosh i L ev ien

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B efore set t i ng up you r of f ice, t h i n k of a Z oom backg rou nd for t he v i r t ua l meet i ng s: be it a r t f u l a nd ex pre s sive or m i n i ma l a nd clea n , you r chosen backd rop c a n say a lot about you A lso ma ke su re t he appropr iat e l ig ht i ng i s fac tored i n for i n st a nce, you may not wa nt to sit i n f ront of a w i ndow for t he back l it set t i ng ’ Mel is sa L ee, fou nder a nd

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The Audrey shade (right) is inspired by the hats worn in Breakfast at Tiffany’s and its bold shape feels right for now

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A new f i nd , we c a me acros s h i m on I n st ag ra m lva ro doe s g raph ic pa i nt ed shade s t hat a re qu it e a ng u la r. We ’ re about to u se one of h i s piece s i n a d i n i ng room of a Q ueen A n ne hou se i n L ondon it ’ s a fa i rly t rad it iona l space a nd I k now t h i s w i l l br i ng a n element of moder n it y B e st of a l l, you c a n cu stom i se a ny of h i s shade s i n a ny Fa r row & Ba l l colou r.

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It ’ s wor t h i nclud i ng a la mp ba se recom mendat ion , too i f you ’ re i n a l ig ht i ng f ra me of m i nd you’l l enjoy t h i s Ma x Rol l it t doe s a t u r ned wooden ba se t hat I’ve u sed a lot for bed side la mp s T he colou r s a re pa st el, so i f you have pla i n pa i nt ed wa l ls it ’ s a si mple way to add a not e of soot h i ng i nt ere st .

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Handmade in a vibrant variety of stripes and prints, Rosi’s cheerful shades stand out in an otherwise neutral scheme

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1 9 0 c m . A king size and super king bed typically measure 200cm, so if you are particularly tall, this might be a preferable option In terms of width, a single measures 90cm, a double is 135cm, a king size comes to 150cm and a super king is 180cm wide. ‘ You each want at least 60cm on either side of the bed to make it comfortable,’ advises Tara, which for a couple is accommodated by anything upwards of the standard double bed Always take measurements of your room to envisag e how the space will be taken up by the bed (factor in ﬂoor space and room for bedside tables) and to avoid a tight squeeze between the wall.

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A p o c ke t s p r i n g m a t t r e s s i s a b e t t e r o p t i o n ove r m e m o r y f o a m a n d co i l s p r i n g m a t t r e s s e s . A coil spring is connected by a continuous wire, meaning your mattress moves as one (if your partner moves at night, you move, too). A pocket spring is made up of individual springs, so any movement is isolated Interior sprung mattresses use a variety of fillings, chosen for their resilience and durability Cotton is breathable, while natural fibres like silk, wool and mohair are luxurious and provide insulation A memory foam mattress is comfortable at first, shaping to the imprint of your body, but the foam doesn’t allow for the vital circulation of air

Designing your bedroom is all about setting the scene for a good night’s sleep, and the most important part is choosing your dream bed ‘ You spend a third of your life in bed, so you should treat it like an investment,’ says interior designer, stylist and Ensemblier brand director Tara Craig For those looking to invest wisely, here are the points to consider when choosing the right bed for you

A h a r d e r b e d i s n ’ t n e ce s s a r i l y b e t t e r f o r a b a d b a c k a n d co r r e c t s u p p o r t d e p e n d s o n yo u r eneral rule of thumb is that the heavier you are, the ﬁrmer the tension you need. When testing your mattress, remember that when you lie on your side, your spine should be horizontal If in a couple, make sure you ’ re both involved in the testing process Always remember a mattress topper, too, adding extra comfort and helping your bed base last long er.

A s o l i d b e d f ra m e w i t h a o n e - p i e ce b a s e i s t h e b e s t o p t i o n a e s t h e t i c a l l y ‘From wooden to four posters, a bedstead is the perfect choice if you want it to take centre stag e, ’ says Jennifer Fox of interior design ag enc y, Interior Fox A bedstead might not offer the best storag e, however, while storag e beds can be ﬁtted with wheeled drawers or a hydraulic base that can be lifted Storag e beds are ideal for smaller spaces but always think about whether you have space for drawers or the height for the lift mechanism An upholstered divan base is a versatile choice that is easy to manoeuvre and g et into the house, and often comes with smart storag e solutions and a headboard For ﬂexible spaces that operate as a bedroom only part of the time, think futons or sofa beds.

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P i c k a s p r u n g b e d f ra m e f o r m a x i m u m co m f o r t . ‘The base is often second thought to a mattress, but it’s of equal importance when it comes to comfort,’ says Tara A sprung mattress that compresses onto a springy surface will be more comfortable than a sprung mattress that ﬂattens into a hard surface ‘People don’t know that ventilation is an important part of a good night’s sleep,’ explains Mark Tremlett, founder of organic mattress company, Naturalmat ‘ When you put a mattress on a bed frame, you need to create a circulation of air around your mattress so it performs at maximum comfort level and creates air ﬂow for regulating temperature.’

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Like the perfect backing singers, the hues in this capsule paint range by Sibyl Colefax & John Fowler were intended as strong yet neutral backdrops, ideal for enhancing the look and tone of other decor The latest shade, a warm terracotta named Saffron, works in every room and hits just the right note £28 for 1ltr, available at Fenwick & Tilbrook

When we say this fixture is eye catching, we mean it the new Leaf wall light by Vezzini & Chen literally caught our eye when editors visited Salone del Mobile this year Inspired by the veins and laminar structure of leaves, the porcelain and brass light is radiant when it ’s on and just as mesmerising when it ’s off, like a delicate sculptural form And, making these beauties all the more special, each Leaf lamp is entirely unique just like in nature Leaf wall light, £3,300, Vezzini & Chen

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livingetc.com 145 M o d e r n m o v e s Creat ed w it h moder n k it chen s a nd i ndu st r ia l st yle i nt er ior s i n m i nd , Shaws of Da r wen ’ s new Black a nd Grey colou r options a re pitched to bring t rad it iona l fa r m hou se st yle to f re sh aud ience s. Prev iously on ly ma nu fact u red i n cla ssic W h ite or Biscu it , these sma r t new si n k shades a re ava ilable acros s ever y de sig n a nd ma rk a major poi nt i n t he bra nd ’ s 1 24 yea r h i stor y R ibche st er 8 0 0 si n k i n Black , f rom £ 857 (shawsofda r wen .com) T h e u l t i m a t e m u l t i t a s k e r T here ’ s a new wave of ex t rac tor fa n s on t he block a nd F ra n ke i s lead i ng t he way w it h t he AQ S en se Mon itor Feat u r i ng a n A i r Q ua l it y S en sor, it w i l l ac t ivat e automat ic a l ly when u n sa fe levels a re det ec t ed A touch screen d i splay a l lows you to browse web sit e s, l i st en to mu sic a nd keep a n eye on home secu r it y dev ice s. AQ S en se Mon itor cooker hood , £ 3 , 852 (f ra n ke com) clever F E A T U R E L I N D A C L A Y T O N S U S P E N D E D S T O R A G E Searching for extra storage ideas? Scavolini suggests looking up Referring to the growing trend for suspended storage, showroom manager of Scavolini by Multiliving, Brani Hadzhi, says the benefits are bountiful ‘Ceiling mounted storage is a great way to bring elements of the professional kitchen into the home,’ she enthuses To blend and soften the look, greenery and glassware will do the trick Diesel Open Workshop kitchen, from £10,000, Scavolini by Multiliving (multiliving.co.uk)

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The design concept for Cameron Design House’s new light came from a forest in Finland Oksat is comprised of LED illuminated glass tubes and can be configured to suit your space Oksat, from £4,830 (cameron designhouse com)

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Hands down the dreamiest collab to emerge from Milan Design Week, Officine Gullo’s alliance with luxe footwear brand Aquazzura is a sight to behold Channelling shoe designer Edgardo Osorio’s taste for the exotic, the limited edition range cookers are decorated with flora and fauna Officine Gullo x Aquazzura range cooker in Green or Pink, £40,596 (officinegullo com)

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mond s S er ie s S C ol lec t ion ha nd pa i nt ed t i le s i n Diagona le, £785 sq m , Ba l i neu m . P rojec t by O rla Read De sig n St ud io (orla read .com) To p t e x t u r e T he L ondon Ba si n C ompa ny ’ s lat e st lau nch br i ng s t ex t u ra l energ y to ou r sma l le st room s Ha ndc a r ved by a r t i sa n s, t he Sad ie ba si n i s i n spi red by t he ma rket s of A sia a nd feat u re s sha l low t r ia ng u la r c a r v i ng s t hat feel a s good a s t hey look T he black ba nd s ma ke it r ip e for pa i r i ng w it h black bat h room f it t i ng s Sad ie ba si n , £ 8 49 ( londonba si ncompa ny com) G O I N G P L A C E S Marcel Wanders collab with Devon&Devon features dreamy wallpaper designs that can also be transposed onto ceramic slabs Pattern options range from out there blowsy blooms to this subtler illustrative print with cartographic street cred Decor Slabs in Urban White, £911sq m (devon devon com) O C E A N C O L O U R S C E N E ‘Pushing ceramicware beyond boundaries’ is Cielo’s bold claim and it ’s hard to deny the Italian brand’s adventurous flair, especially when it comes to colour Be seduced by the latest colour palette, Acque di Cielo, which features six ocean led shades, all sporting a rich, glossy finish Cielo Plinio basin in Smeraldo with black oak stand, £3,989 (cphart co uk)

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T he key i s to creat e some d ra ma , w it hout ma k i ng t he bat h room feel bu s y, ’ says i nt er ior de sig ner O rla Read . ‘ Here, we w rapp ed d y na m ic t i le s over t he cei l i ng to m i m ic t he cocoon i ng com for t of a n enclosu re, w it hout losi ng t he lu x u r iou sne s s of a n op en shower ’

Marazzi’s new Poster collection of porcelain stoneware tiles is more than just a way to add floral, botanical and geometric pattern to your bathroom Its Puro Marazzi Antibacterial technology gets rid of harmful bacteria, making sure your space continues to be the haven you want it to be Available in 60x120cm and 30x120cm formats and made with 40% material recycled (marazzitile co uk)

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‘The delight of a space like this is in the details,’ says designer Sean Anderson ‘It is important to think forward about how you imagine someone using the space, and what you’d like them to have access to Include storage so the space remains functional even when it ’s not being used ’

This dark and moody nook is lightened up with brassy accents and plenty of thoughtful storage

R a ng i ng i n si ze, shape a nd dept h , de sig n i ng t he space rea l ly revolve s a rou nd t he mat t re s s or pad you choose, a nd whet her you ’ re c a r v i ng out a nook a s a n i n for ma l space to lea n back a nd rela x , or cra f t i ng a bona f ide bed for g ue st s d id somebod y ju st say sleepover?

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Ju st when you t houg ht w i ndow seat s were t he u lt i mat e com for t , de sig ner s a re t a k i ng it up a not ch w it h sleepi ng nook s T he d rea my feat u re add s a not her zone for rela xat ion i n moder n home s, a nd a cos y space for g ue st s to sit , read or nap.

A novelt y, su rely, t he se nook s c a n be lu x u r iou sly r u st ic (t h i n k bead boa rd wa l ls a nd old t i mey t ex t i le s) or cleverly clea n l i ned (con st r uc ted w it h sha r p a ng le s a nd edg y colou r pa let te s) De sig ner s of ten ma ke t he most of t he a rch itect u re, i n st a lli ng storage whenever pos sible l i ke i nt er na l shelve s t hat r i se to t he cei l i ng , or bu i lt i n d rawers t hat nestle beneat h t he mat t ress Ta k i ng it to t he nex t level, a si mple sconce or read i ng l ig ht above t he ber t h t u r n s t he space i nto a proper ex per ience, a n e scape for a pr ivate moment w it h i n t he hou se

GET THE LOOK See more of this project in Messana O’Rorke: Building Blocks (£55, Rizzoli)

Building a nook for napping? There’s an obvious place to start: the bed ‘The key is to make sure to measure the mattress you are planning on using and allow a few extra inches all around to ease in installing it and making the bed day to day,’ says designer Philip Mitchell ‘I often lower the ceiling in these types

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No doubt , t here i s a play f u l qua l it y to t he se ber t h s, a nd t he cha r m c a n’t be m i s sed ‘ I t h i n k t hat t hey sp ea k to u s i n qu it e a v i scera l way, t hey a re cos y a nd i n t he sa me way t hat a s ch i ld ren we l i ke to ma ke c a mp s or be i n fou r post er s t h i s ha s some k i nd of nost a lg ia for t h i s, ’ says L ondon ba sed de sig ner R it a Kon ig , who of fer s a n i nt er ior de sig n cou r se at Creat e Ac ademy.

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In a tiny studio apartment, designer Messana O’Rorke’s nook hides the bed from the rest of the living space by creating a platformed niche Unlacquered brass covers the outside, with warm grey cowhide on the interior Folding doors open the container on three sides

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of nooks to add a cosiness to the space ’ To make it extra durable, Philip also used wooden panelling around the nook that ’s easy to touch up if the walls get nicked

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‘A sleepi ng nook l i ke t h i s i s a g reat opt ion when space i s ha rd to come by t h i n k la ke hou se or mou nt a i n c abi n where you r need to ma x i m i se ef f icienc y i s mat ched by you r de si re to com for t ably sleep a s ma ny p eople a s you c a n , ’ says de sig ner S ea n A nder son .

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As this reading nook was designed to double as a twin bed for guests with children, designer Sarah Bartholomew added a pair of cosy sconces to help it function from day to night ‘When wiring for sconces in a reading nook or bed, we suggest you make sure they can be easily switched off from inside the nook itself and are mounted at a comfortable height so clients don’t hit their head when getting in and out of the nook, but also at a height that provides nice ambient reading light,’ says Sarah

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occasion perfect for reading time while also creating a boxed in frame for a playful accent wall (here, a confetti like wallpaper pops in the background)

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This modern playroom features a perfectly padded nook for naps or even a soft, elevated seat above the playroom ‘By designing this nook we gave parents a spot to sit, books a place to be stored, and kept the floor open for playing,’ says designer Alexandra Kaehler Internal bookcases rise to the

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At the end of the day, these tidy nooks are all about comfort This guest room niche features multiple levels of cushions, covered in a striped beige wool, that add soft dimension to the space ‘The two cushioned, upholstered and raised areas serve to cocoon the twin mattress with a custom tailored bed cover and create a little space on which to prop the decorative cushions,’ says designer Beth Webb

A not her pr i me c a nd idat e for a h idden door i s a n en su it e lead i ng f rom a sma l l bed room For one of her projec t s, i nt er ior de sig ner A l i son L ew i s creat ed a n en su it e door i n a bu i lt i n cupboa rd ‘Given t he sma l l foot pr i nt of t he home, ma x i m i si ng storage wa s pa ra mou nt R at her t ha n brea k i ng up t he rec t i l i nea r c abi net r y w it h a h i nged door, I c a r r ied t he c abi net r y t h roug h to ma x i m i se above door storage a nd show t hat prac t ica l ca n a lso be play f u l.’

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C oncea led door s a ren’t ju st for moder n space s t hey c a n a lso be adapt ed to more t rad it iona l st yle s, e sp ecia l ly t h roug h cla s sic pa nel l i ng ‘ I f space i s t ig ht i n a l it t le cor r idor, but you don’t wa nt to wa st e t he oppor t u n it y to creat e some pret t y storage, it i s such a g reat idea to get you r joi ner to ma ke a door t hat m i m ic s t he tong ue a nd g roove wa l ls Pa i nt ever y t h i ng t he sa me colou r a nd you have a secret storage space or even a WC.’

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Slatted timber wall panelling is a sleek, contemporary way to hide a doorway

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Slat ted wa l l s a re popu la r contempora r y f i n i shes , but they ca n a l so per fectly concea l a door; a d iscreet hor i zont a l cut i s the on ly g iveaway that a door way even ex i s t s . ‘ I n th i s Syd ney home , the doors concea l the pa nt r y a nd powder room , a nd have been i n s t a l led to f low up to for m t he s t a i rca se ba lu s t rade.’ Vic t or ia D ’A l i sa , d i rec t or, Porebsk i A rch it ec t s 1

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W h i le h idden door s a re of t en pa i nt ed t he sa me colou r a s t he wa l l, a wa l lpap ered door t a ke s it up a not ch ‘ F lu sh jib door s look wonder f u l i ncor porat ed i nto a de sig n scheme to a l most c a mou f lage t hem , creat i ng a h idden door clad i n wa l lpap er To en su re t hat t he door feels i nt eg rat ed , u se wa l lpap er acros s t he door, a s you wou ld a cont i nuou s ex pa n se of wa l l ’

A frameless door in a bright hue to match the walls makes a feature of an otherwise bland corridor

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St a nda rd i nt er na l door s a re de sig ned to w it h st a nd da i ly l i fe, so it ’ s i mpor t a nt t hat a h idden door c a n rol l w it h t he pu nche s, too Luck i ly, t here ’ s one t r ick t hat c a n help concea led door s boost t hei r du rabi l it y above a nd beyond ever yday de sig n ‘A s door s need to w it h st a nd a few k nock s a nd bu mp s, pa r t icu la rly at f loor level, t a ke you r sk i r t i ng acros s t he bot tom of t he door, too; not on ly w i l l t h i s d i sg u i se t he door f u r t her, it w i l l help to prot ec t you r wa l lpap er or pa i nt , en su r i ng it look s beaut i f u l for longer.’

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For s ome, the idea of a hobby room is a total pipe dream, a luxur y that their home simply can’t afford. But for many people, in homes big and small, there exists a spa c e in their hous e that’s currently not being us ed to its full potential Maybe it’s the guest room that’s us ed onc e a year, or the ironing room that, while functional, doesn’t bring you joy.

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n ot s e e m a n ext r ava g a n t u s e o f s p a c e? ‘ Pe r h a p s t h e l i st e n i n g ro o m i s a c o u n t e r b a l a n c e t o t h e wo r k s p a c e s s o m a ny p e o p l e h ave n ow d e d i c a t e d , ’ E m i ly ve n t u re s ‘ T h i s d ovet a i l s w i t h a n a p p re c i a t i o n f o r a r t i sa n a l a u d i o e q u i p m e n t a n d t h e ve r y re a l s p a t i a l n e e d s o f , say, a re c o rd c o l l e c t i o n

Some variations of hobby rooms are more common than others, but in reality, if you enjoy doing something, there’s scope for giving yourself dedicated space to it. ‘ We’ve deﬁnitely seen an increase in specialist room requests,’ says Maia Lemlij at XUL Architecture

‘The most common have been home gym ideas and yoga rooms, but we ’ ve also had requests for “teen dens” which include games and cinema or TV rooms as well as spas (including Jacuzzis and

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‘ T h e s e t h i n g s c a n c o ex i st w i t h o u r m o re t r a d i t i o n a l l iv i n g s p a c e s but allowing them their own space focuses the activity of listening,’ s h e a d d s ‘ W h a t b ett e r l u x u r y t h a n f o c u s, e s p e c i a l ly n ow ? ’

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Designer Leanne Ford turned a small outbuilding into a yoga room

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“Spaces that work for d i f ferent f u nct ions, a s a nd when they ’ re requ i red , have been g iven a new na me the ‘ f lex room ’”

‘ T h e k e y t o d e s i g n i n g a ﬂ ex ro o m i s d e s i g n a t e d st o r a g e f o r a l l i n o n e a re a b u t ﬂ ex i b l e , a d a pt a b l e a n d c o nve r t i b l e st o r a g e , ’ say s C a l i f o r n i a b a s e d i n t e r i o r d e s i g n e r R eg a n B a k e r ‘ Fo r ex a m p l e , a f a m i ly/g u e st /o ffi c e ro o m s h o u l d h ave a b u i l t i n

Craft rooms are a versatile addition for both kids and grown ups

T h e s e s p a c e s, w h i c h wo r k f o r d i ff e re n t f u n c t i o n s a s a n d w h e n t h e y ’ re re q u i re d , h ave b e e n g ive n a n ew n a m e i n m o d e r n p a r l a n c e : t h e ‘ ﬂ ex ro o m ’ Fo r ex a m p l e , a s we l l a s p rov i d i n g t h e a f o re m e n t i o n e d b e d ro o m , Ti m ’ s g a rd e n o ffi c e i s n ’t j u st l i m i t e d t o a wo r k s p a c e ‘ T h e f u n c t i o n s o f t h i s s p a c e a re a re a l m i x a n d t h i s wa s a lway s t h e i n t e n t i o n , ’ h e say s. ‘ D u r i n g t h e d ay a l l o u r wo r k e q u i p m e n t i s p u l l e d o u t o f t h e b u i l t i n st o r a g e t o u s e i t a s a n o ffi c e , t h e n a s t h e eve n i n g d r aw s i n we c a n o p e n t h e d o o r s a n d h ave a d r i n k o n t h e g a rd e n t e r r a c e , o r eve n g et t h e d e c k s o u t a n d c o n t i n u e t h e p a r t y l a t e r i n t o t h e eve n i n g ’

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saunas), designated relaxation rooms, beauty rooms with space for massag e or sports therapy, libraries and reading rooms, bars, acoustic music rooms and arts and crafts studios ’

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Listening rooms’ have been dubbed a new design trend

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Tim Robinson’s terrazzo garden studio acts as a flex room

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Radiator are either horizontal, vertical or columns Horizontal is a classic shape that’s discreet and easy to slot under windows, while vertical radiators were originally popular in bathrooms but have expanded out to the rest of the home as a feature Column radiators are made from vertical pipes Radiators can be further divided into single or double panel, which impacts depth A double panel radiator will jut out further but produce more heat, while a single panel is slimmer with lower heat output, so suits a smaller space.

Firstly, always calculate energy requirement, or British Thermal Unit (BTU), for the room you ’ re heating. This calculation dictates what style and size you can go for and is based on room dimensions and window size ‘One of the most common mistakes when ﬁtting a radiator is calculating the BTU incorrectly,’ warns Simon Morris of The Radiator Company ‘If your BTU output is too high for your room, you may be paying higher energy bills If it’s too low, there won’t be enough heat from radiators to keep the space warm and you’ll need to turn up the heat, again increasing bills ’ A plumber can help determine your BTU, or there are online calculators

Aluminium is the best material for a radiator While steel is the most traditional choice, often because of its strength, price point and durability, aluminium is proving itself as the energy efficient option ‘Aluminium radiators will heat up in just over half the time of a steel radiator and use 50 per cent less water, which saves money by using less fuel,’ says Simon Aluminium radiators can also be recycled, but do need to be treated with more care than steel as they can dent easily. Cast iron is another traditional choice. This material holds the heat better than aluminium, but takes long er to warm up

replacement of an old radiator, it’s best to select a model with the same pipe centres as the one you want to chang e. ‘Make sure the wall can take the weight of the radiator once it’s ﬁlled with water,’ advises Chris ‘Ensure that there is enough space below and above the radiator for valves and good air circulation ’ Finally, don’t block your radiator with furniture or cover with curtains

Radiators are no long er exclusively functional and they come in a rang e of styles ‘From statement vertical designs, to colourful models, to mirrors, through to twists of stainless steel modern radiators can add a unique addition to schemes,’ says Nick Duggan of The Radiator Centre. The trend for embracing colour on radiators is strong, too, and many manufacturers offer a colour coordinating service, so you can match to the UK’s popular paint brands Finally, rethink that radiator cover it can often take up valuable space and block heat, so replacing your radiator altog ether with an aesthetic you want to show off might be the more cost efficient option

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Getting the perfect ra diator for your room can alter your home’s a esthetic and make a dramatic difference to heating bills, but there are so many things to think about before you settle on style From energ y efficiency to the best materials to go for, these are the secrets to choosing the right ra diator

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As one of LDF’s newest additions, this thriving creative district is helping broaden and continue the festival activities year will neighbourhood hold events set within its industrial buildings of potential, alive with experimentation and the spark of innovation Bill Amberg, the District founder Park Royal, north west London parkroyaldesigndistrict com

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Celebrating its 20th year, Tom Dixon is hosting its second iteration of TWENTY, an exhibition that kicked off at Milan Design Week in June and features 20 new designs Join celebrations that include an assortment of events, talks, and previews at the brand’s London HQ The Coal Office, King ’s Cross. tomdixon.net

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For this momentous anniversar y, an installation showcasing original designs by Arne Jacobsen from the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen is just the beginning the iconic Danish brand will also reveal a selection of new pieces and reimagined classics Fritz Hansen’s Clerkenwell Showroom, EC 1M . fritzhansen.com o n e m o m e nt s

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Celebrating a year since its launch Design District is opening its studios and workshops alongside a range of experiences With a diverse roster of tenants, the blossoming creative hub will centre around Bureau, its co working members club with a programme of talks to attend The topics at the top of the agenda? Sustainability and inclusivity, all led by industr y leaders Soak in the atmosphere with good food, drink, and live music LDF, Design District , Greenwich Peninsula designdistrict co uk

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A R A M X M D F I T A L I A To mark the 30th anniversary of MDF Italia, the brand will showcase new takes on some of its best loved pieces at Aram’s Covent Garden showroom

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The limited edition collection polished steel interpretations of its classics will accompany the recently launched Universal Collection of seating by Jean Marie Massaud Running throughout LDF, Aram, Covent Garden. aram.co.uk

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Hunting for treasures on the banks of the Thames has inspired this new collection for The New Craf tsmen Focusing on found objects and potter y shards, as well as pieces from the archive of the Museum of London 16 makers will bring their own interpretation to the project The New Craf tsmen’s Mayfair showroom from 17 Sept . thenewcraf tsmen com

Bringing Grant Gibson’s popular podcast series to life, this exhibition will showcase a wide range of innovations as visitors discover new materials and products for themselves through installations, an interactive learning space and a chance to see the work of creatives at the cutting edge of the industry It’s certainly one to visit 22 25 Sept, Bargehouse, Oxo Tower Wharf. materialmatters.design

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For aspiring makers who share a passion for learning new skills, this event has your name written all over it Taking place in Anthropologie’s Kings Road Galler y, online learning platform

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In an immersive space set within an iconic Mayfair venue, enjoy a drink while witnessing artistry in action as Bethan Gray hand paints her signature Inky Dhow in a live show The space will also showcase furniture pieces from the UK designer ’ s collection. 16 Sept to 16 Oct, Sketch London. bethangray.com

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This runs alongside panel talks and workshops From 15 Sept to 2 Oct at Anthropologie’s Kings Road Gallery anthropologie com; createacademy.com to meet desig see new product get up close a nd persona ith the t rends

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For its ﬁrst foray into the virtual world, The Conran Shop has teamed up with creative ag enc y It’s Nice That, who has brought tog ether a group of 3D artists to bring the retailer ’ s new AW22 collection to life. Set to merg e humour with impact in a variety of digital formats within its Chelsea ﬂagship store, the installation is an insight into the metaverse and its application within the design sector Running throughout LDF at The Conran Shop, Chelsea. conranshop.co.uk m m e r s e you r s el f

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T H E L I V I N G E T C T E A M R E C O M M E N D S F R E S H F A B R I C S F O C U S / 2 2 A T D E S I G N C E N T R E , C H E L S E A H A R B O U R With 120 showrooms, 600 international brands and temporary exhibitors, Focus/22 will showcase new season launches and designs alongside a talk series, workshops and tours from industry insiders. 19 23 Sept at Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour dcch co uk

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Co curated by Hans Tan Studio and Jane Withers Studio, R for Repair is an exhibition that shines a spotlight on global waste

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Maximalists unite: Kangan Arora’s latest collection for east London rug dealer FLOOR STORY dazzles with a fusion of pattern and colour that’s set to impress, no doubt. On show in the new multifunctional showroom, this is also a timely chance to celebrate its opening

On show during LDF, FLOOR STORY, Hackney. ﬂoorstory.co.uk

With the last two years connecting us to our homes more than ever before, Brompton Design District has invited a selection of designers to reflect on and interpret the meaning of home brompton designdistrict com

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N The new Abinger dining chair by Christian Watson will be on display at Design London Available in Boucle & White Metal or Burnt Cork & Metal christian watson com

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Prepare to be inspired 24 25 Sept, The Samsung Building, Coal Drops Yard, King’s Cross greengrads co uk

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Witness the beauty of these bespoke pieces for yourself, on display at SCP during LDF scp co uk

will host a plethora of industry names at Magazine London The exhibition will also feature a series of industry conversations curated by brand consultant Katie Richardson Magazine London, North Greenwich, from 21 24 Sept designlondon co uk P R

This two day exhibition will showcase 35 graduates from all over the UK, each focused on using design as a positive force for environmental change

There’s always an exciting curation of brands showing their latest launches at Decorex You ll find big hitters like Laskasas, above, Arte International and A Rum Fellow next to smaller newcomers you ’ re yet to know It’s a brilliant resource for product, innovation and trends with which to fill our pages, and this year s collaboration with designer Bethan Laura Wood is assured to be vibrantly bold 9 12 Oct decorex com

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This rounded brick house in Hoxton, unlike anything before it, look s like it ought to be surrounded by water, like a cross between a ship and a castle The fantastic design, by architect Sam Jacob, channels a multitude of references, chief ly those of Konstantin Melnikov, whose avant garde st yle (imaginative buildings with geometric cut outs) shaped early 20th centur y Soviet architecture Built atop the remnants of a former pub, the new home is all odds and ends: circular and diamond windows that beckon like crown jewels, top f loor cylinders that rise like a ship’s smokestack, exterior brick walls that cur ve and spare interiors that swer ve The house even belies a ground f loor playschool, which feels right at home in such playful surrounds Is it a novelty for all ages? Time will tell. For now, it’s an eccentric reset for east L ondon architecture. samjacob.com

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‘The inspiration spawned from a bright red and chrome fire truck but morphed to this ox blood red for more sophistication,’ explains Summer The red inserts are teamed with lightly stained oak and dramatic marble countertops with plum tones, and the design completed with a vintage dining table ‘It feels strong and adds a dash of edginess to the room without overpowering the space, ’ she says Summer’s book Wonderland: Adventures in Decorating (£32 50, Rizzoli) is out now

Sensational kitchen ideas from some of the world’s leading designers

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MIKE FETHERSTON, DESIGN DIRECTOR, HETHERINGTON NEWMAN ‘The inspiration for this island was a 1960s slatted screen, owned by the client,’ explains Mike It was handmade using stained strips of walnut, and topped with Calacatta Rosato marble Kitchens from £75 000

Free f low

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Beauty in utility

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Graphic look

‘Materials and colours in this kitchen harmonise with its location on the Stockholm Archipelago,’ says Natalie Restart range, £13,800, Officine Gullo

Sea blue

‘The graphic layout of this b3 kitchen is achieved by combining the strong verticals of the tall units with the lines of the island,’ says Magdalena bulthaup b3 kitchens from £60,000

‘This tailor made cabinet is designed for storing pickles and preserves, ’ says Alex It has a sliding door and a marble counter Kitchens from £120,000

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Contemporary elegance

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Internationally admired for his minimalist designs and monochromatic aesthetic Joseph has created this elegant kitchen featuring monolithic slabs of Breccia Viola marble Fingi pendants in patinated bronze by Eric Schmitt introduce a softer line, as do Platner Collection chairs from Knoll

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Modern eclectic

Georgina combined rare Blue Island quartzite with simple spray painted cabinets ‘We used elements of pippy oak for added interest,’ she says

Matt black cabinetry is teamed with Striatos edged Black Vermont granite

‘The emphasis here is on “ raw ” materials to create a bold look that works well with the stainless steel appliances,’ says Daniel Kitchens from £30,000

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‘The beauty of freestanding modular shelving is that you can create intimate zones in an open plan space, ’ says Fabiana Formalia kitchens from £10,000

Statement style

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‘We gave Patricia Urquiola total freedom of expression for this kitchen,’ says Steven of the celebrated Spanish architect’s Salinas collection ‘The result is complete versatility, both in style and materials ’ The modular design features a new rounded peninsula in Grey Stone marble, shown here in front of tall display units with glass doors Kitchens from £60,000

‘The bespoke island is the hero of this kitchen with the honeyed tones of the French oak contrasting beautifully with the dark green painted furniture,’ says Bruce It is unique to this Bristol house; its brass legs, rivets and decorative tie bars echoing the design of the Clifton Suspension Bridge nearby Kitchens from £25,000

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‘Bold Arabescato Corchia marble is tempered by our porcelain pendant lights,’ says Helen Kitchens from £25,000 Interior design by And Studio Luxury f inish

‘The usual kitchen elements are hidden behind beautiful cupboard doors so it can easily switch from living to cooking,’ says Charlie Kitchens from £50,000

‘Luxurious materials make this New Deco design stand out,’ says Andrew ‘The mantel is wrapped in leathered faux snakeskin, set off with satin brass inlays ’ Kitchens from £45,000

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Glorious marble

Perfect hideaway

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Upward curves

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Gabrielle created original shelves for this kitchen in a loft dating from 1925 ‘I set out to create something different and unexpected to soften the raw industrial architecture,’ she says ‘Introducing curves was paramount to bringing warmth and moments of surprise to the otherwise angular space ’

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Poliform s Shape kitchen features recessed handles in Moka matt lacquer, seen here with steel units and peninsula, and suspended Infinity modular system, which can be customised with lighting extractor hood configurations, and more Prices on application

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In a new range of lacquer finishes the Intarsio storage system by Cesar, is an elegant blend of craftsmanship and functionality Designed by García Cumini, its whorls and grains integrate seamlessly into the rest of the home Price on application

The Wolf ICBIR36550/S/T induction range cooker, £17,520, is a sleek, contemporary take on the brand’s classic dual fuel range The hob features an integrated touch control and five independently controlled zones, above an extra large 155ltr oven with 10 cooking modes and Wolf ’ s Dual VertiCross convection system to provide reliable, even heat

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The Novy Easy Pro 80cm vented induction hob, £2,599, features a quiet central extractor that regulates the extraction speed once cooking begins It also has four cooking zones that can be converted into two large Flexzones on either side of the central extractor vent useful for big pans and stockpots and even an automatic cooking function, which immediately reduces boiling water to a simmer

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HybriQ+ technology ensures it is also manufactured sustainably, with 99% reused water from the production processes and 100% renewable electric energy

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You can place up to six pots at once on the 92cm wide Fisher & Paykel Full Surface CI926DTB4 induction hob, £5,000, with the freedom to position them anywhere you wish Eliminating the need for specific heating zones, this hob is designed to offer maximum flexibility, with even heating and accurate temperature control anywhere within the cooking zone

Silestone’s Ethereal Dusk worktop, from £450sq m, has the look of natural marble, but is a hybrid composition of mineral raw materials, such as quartz, and a minimum of 20% recycled materials

The Miele Generation 7000 DA7378 Aura 4 0 island recirculation cooker hood, £5,829, removes cooking odours and filters grease, while AmbientFragrance fills the kitchen with subtle scent It also features adjustable colour lighting and Con@ctivity 3 0 technology for use with a compatible Miele hob so it will automatically operate at the optimum setting and switch off when the hob is no longer in use

With three optimised temperature zones to store and preserve up to 65 bottles, the LG Signature LSR200W wine cellar, £6,670, also has a hands free Auto Open Door and two fridge drawers, including one that can be switched between fridge and freezer mode The Auto Lift Drawer pops up with the push of a button for easy access

I try to stay with the architectural style in the choice of cabinetry door so there is consistency This way, it feels as though the kitchen was built with the house Next, I dig deep into the stone selection for the worktops as this is usually where the high impact comes from I like to know what we are focusing on We might have a busy, intricate marble counter or splashback, but then choose not to add pendant lighting to accentuate the drama of the marble

we choose a different material or a painted finish for the island This distinction makes the island feel more like a piece of furniture Rounded corners or a classic ogee edge to the worktop can introduce softness, which is important, especially if the island is large

Sometimes we add stained cabinetry around the perimeter of the kitchen, but

“The kitchen should be a place where you can be with your friends and family without having to look at appliances”

The interior architecture is my starting point: how we can build in a range cooker in a chimney breast to become a focal point in the space add arches or beams or create specific openings around windows and doors These are the things that lay the foundation and add soul to a space

Besides a range cooker, I don’t want any other equipment exposed, because the kitchen should be a place you can be with your friends and family without having to look at appliances Usually, I design the layout to allow for full height cabinetry for an integrated refrigerator and freezer and, if possible, a cupboard with an internal stone counter When the doors open, they slide into side pockets, allowing easy access to a ready plugged in toaster and blender When the doors are closed, the contents are hidden Some clients want wall ovens and I often put them in the prep kitchen or pantry, so they are out of sight

Hardware sets the tone of the kitchen, so it is worth investing in beautiful plumbing fixtures and cabinetry pulls and hinges They are things you will touch every day

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I like a kitchen to feel like a living room a space where you can hang out and feel comfortable as well as being functional Many of my clients have kids and busy lives, so they want relaxed, practical rooms; nothing too precious but with high impact

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The relaxed kitchen

Designer Jake Arnold reveals how to create a serenely stylish space

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Beautiful Macchia Vecchia stone echoes the natural wood tones of the cabinets

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It’s a fact of life that we all want to feel special rather than one of many and that applies to the way we approach our projects We want to give our clients something tailored, in every detail, to their requirements We begin by asking how they plan to use their home Ask yourself the same: how do you like to cook? Do you want areas for family meals and hosting relaxed gatherings? Do you need lots of storage and for what? Do you enjoy cooking cuisines that need special equipment? Have you a wine collection to display?

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Bespoke can mean different things to different people I make a distinction between bespoke kitchens with joinery made from scratch and those made to order from ranges offered by established, high end brands Most often, we make a hybrid of the purely bespoke and made to order, by personalising a branded design with one off elements

The bespoke kitchen

“ Whatever your requirements and however large or small your space, careful thought at the start is likely to give the best result”

Charu Gandhi, director of Elicyon, on getting the tailored look

Bespoke doesn’t have to mean expensive For example, you might choose standard cabinetry for the perimeter of the room but then pick an amazing marble for your island Even simply changing cupboard handles can make a kitchen feel totally personal

Using interesting materials helps to personalise a scheme

I like to work out how to introduce an atmospheric quality to kitchens, which can otherwise be quite functional Interesting materials, such as metal mesh cupboard door fronts or those in panels of ombré

smoky grey glass, can look beautiful, while tactile surfaces, such as leathered finish stone worktops, add another note of luxury These are the bespoke elements that make a big difference to the success of the design

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Materials can be used to create character In a recent kitchen in a barn conversion, we used reclaimed timber for the cabinetry and beaten metal for the extractor hood,

Juxtaposing materials and colours like this introduces lots of personality I love creating conversations between materials because it can bring a dynamic sense of energy to a room It is important to go with colours and materials that you love in your kitchen Be brave, be authentic to yourself and be joyful It will work because it speaks of you and if friends like you, they will like being in your space

Designer Hubert Zandberg loves to pack personality into his designs

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Consider also what will bring true enjoyment in the space I believe that comes from the colour, texture and aesthetic of the room and from a sense of soul It is important that a kitchen reminds you of a happy childhood memory or has a certain energy, even if it is subconscious This might come from an antique kitchen cupboard, which becomes the starting point for the kitchen, or some vintage French factory lights that add history to a contemporary design

The best approach for designing a kitchen is to think about how you like to cook It seems obvious, but it is often forgotten Everyone has favourite pots and pans and preferences in terms of appliances, so carefully consider the layout the storage and practical needs All the while, bear in mind that the kitchen is more than just for food preparation it is the hub of the home, a media room, a family room, a dining room a breakfast room and there are different requirements for all these things

“I love to introduce some curiosity or art to a kitchen, as a great way of amplifying its personality ”

as a reference to the utilitarian nature of the building In our design for a kitchen in a house on the Portobello Road in London, the cabinetry is spray painted in a beautiful greenish blue It reflects the vibrancy of the area, but is also a surprisingly calm colour, ideal for a young family The reeded design adds texture, as does the terrazzo surface used for counters and splashbacks The dining table is topped in zinc and pushed up against the island, so that it can be used as an extension of the food preparation area or pulled away to seat more people for dinner The kitchen is multifunctional and can switch from craft room to office, from breakfast room to a space for fine dining

The colour chosen for this Portobello Road kitchen reflects the vibrancy of life outside

Be bold, but not frantic, with colour For example, too much red is enervating and needs to be toned with, say, a custard cream

If you prefer less colour, pick an emphasis shade A hanging rack in bright Indian pink could look fabulous against silver or copper pans It will add inviting warmth

Cabinetry looks crafted in different hues

Colour makes us happy which is why I like to include it in my designs In my kitchen, I used Farrow & Ball s Red Earth for the base units, with Sudbury Yellow for wall cabinets, because it instantly makes me feel brighter Then I used a third colour Designers Guild’s Winter Morning, a crisp, clear blue on the tall cupboard This makes the cabinetry feel more like individual pieces of furniture, less modular and more crafted

“I enjoy framing things that you wouldn’t expect, like spice jars in gorgeous colours it’s fun turning everyday items into artwork”

Designer Kit Kemp shares tips on bringing joy with colour

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I prefer lighter worktops, because dark ones make me feel miserable And a light surface sets off colourful crockery A shallow wooden rim along the back of the worktop can be used to keep plates secure as you display them, while a large, decorative bowl filled with fruit looks wonderful on an island

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Work with the scale of the room and play with the design until the balance is right you don’t want too many tricks in the room Curate colours and patterns before you start so you can prioritise for maximum impact

Fabric is another way of adding an element of colour Experiment with fabric on

upholstered dining chairs: you don’t have to slavishly use the same colour and fabric on each one I would stick to the same shape of chair, but use a variety of colours and fabrics

For me, a central workspace is an essential element It is not only practical, but offers a focal point, such as for displaying statement centrepieces or bouquets of flowers when hosting It offers a place to prepare a meal while in the company of your friends and family, creating an open atmosphere

Although the kitchen is a functional space, this doesn’t mean it can’t have personality and style Don’t be afraid of experimenting and taking risks sometimes the most beautiful decor comes from the most unexpected pairings

The glamorous kitchen

American designer Kelly Wearstler celebrates chic luxury in her schemes

Infusing a range of textural materials can be a great way to give dimension to a kitchen I love creating a conversation between the interior and its exterior, through materials and textures that speak to the natural beauty of an environment Marble is not only stylish but also durable Adding panelled sections to kitchen walls or cabinets can create visual interest with sleek geometric lines, which also work to expand the dimensions of the space I also enjoy playing with juxtaposing textures and materials For example, a cool dark marble countertop sitting underneath warm wood panelled cabinets can create a striking contrast

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Lighting is important It sets the mood and guides the eye around the room When

“Glamour and style can be introduced to a kitchen through material and colour choices without sacriﬁcing practicality ”

As the heart of the home the kitchen is one of my favourite rooms, but it is primarily a functional space The design process is two pronged first, considering the layout and how one will move through the kitchen; then how we want the room to feel if it is to be an energising or calm, reflective space The layout and look definitely need to feed into one another

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designing a kitchen, I always start by considering the natural light, asking myself what time of day it fills the room This will determine the natural feel, which will then help to inform the choice of additional light sources In the kitchen you can be cooking, sharing meals with friends and family or working from home Accent lighting is a great way to set the scene for these different uses, such as dimmable overhead pendant lights for an ambient mood while dining, or table lamps near seating for task lighting

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In Kelly Wearstler s Beverly Hills home, stainless steel cabinets with a brass trim offer a chic, vintage feel

An Italian kitchen brand that specialises in daring, modern designs that champion innovation CHAMBER FURNITURE

DuPont Corian is a durable and versatile material, available in a wide range of colours and effects Made from acrylic resin and natural minerals, it is a non porous, solid surface that can be made with inconspicuous joins, making it useful for hygienic worktops with a seamless appearance It can also be thermoformed to create sweeping curves

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Expert in traditional architectural joinery and cabinet making, Artichoke is also known for designing kitchens that sit comfortably in period properties as though they have always been there, while being entirely geared to modern life

This is the home of two key brands in the worktop market: Silestone, a hybrid quartz surface made from natural minerals and recycled materials and Dekton an ultra compact, high performance surface which can be used for indoor and outdoor kitchen worktops

This German manufacturer pioneered the cooktop extractor 15 years ago when founder Willi Bruckbauer became frustrated with what he saw as the design limitations of overhead extractor hoods The result? A range of hobs with built in

Pared back beauty coupled with top notch German engineering gives this company a leading reputation for contemporary kitchen design Its signature b3 collection is known for its floating appearance, made possible by a unique wall frame system, and highly functional design

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Clean lined minimalism, softened by textural materials, is the signature style of this high end Italian brand Immaculately engineered designs by superstar architects Antonio Citterio, Patricia Urquiola, Piero Lissoni, Zaha Hadid, and more, give the brand particular authenticity

When Clive Christian established his eponymous company more than 40 years ago, it soon

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This firm goes largely under the radar, though it is a favourite of some of the world’s top kitchen designers who appreciate its traditional Regent range, including bib taps, capstan heads and the rich honey colour of its unlacquered brass finish A Royal Warrant holder for generations, it has been making top quality taps in Wood Green, north London, since 1905

Established in 1994 this company designs and manufactures bespoke kitchens in its own workshop in Kent, turning its hand to traditional and contemporary furniture and plenty in between CLIVE CHRISTIAN FURNITURE

developed a reputation for opulent kitchens Following his retirement, the company continues under new ownership, recently launching the luxurious New Classical collection All furniture is made in the company ’ s Lancashire workshop

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With 20 years of experience in the stone industry, this company is known as a reliable source of both quartz and ceramic surfaces CRL Quartz is a hard wearing composite available in a large range of colours and marble effects, while Ceralsio is its proprietary ceramic surface, designed to be an ultra hard and long lasting worktop choice

downdraft extractors that are designed to draw away vapours and odours faster than they rise

Founded in Israel in 1987, this company is a leading supplier of durable, stain and scratch resistant quartz surfaces It offers a range of colours, patterns and finishes and has recently launched The Pebbles and Whitelight collections of contemporary neutrals and natural stone effects

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Products range from ovens and combi steam ovens to wine climate cabinets and espresso machines, all with a consistent design language

Blue tap, which dispenses filtered and chilled still, medium and sparkling water, and Grohe Red, which delivers kettle hot water GUILD ANDERSON

A solid surface material, HIMACS can be moulded into any shape, making it a good choice for kitchen

Designed and built in Leicestershire, deVOL’s kitchens stand out for their classic simplicity and vintage edge With two London showrooms and now one in New York, the company also offers stools, tables and chairs, plus lighting and accessories all with the same sense of quiet style

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Stone specialists since 1881 and one of the first companies to offer terrazzo and mosaic in the UK today this firm continues to offer marble, granite and composite materials, but it is for terrazzo that it is most well known

New Zealand’s award winning appliance brand originally earned plaudits here for its unique DishDrawer dishwasher and large scale French door fridge freezers As part of the Haier Group since 2012, Fisher & Paykel offers a full range of premium kitchen appliances, including the CoolDrawer multi temperature drawer

This company enjoys an international reputation for luxury domestic appliances, known for German engineering, reliability and professional grade performance

There’s a wealth of experience at this boutique kitchen company, which is a favourite among architects, interior designers and developers It is the exclusive outlet in the UK for Italian furniture manufacturer Modulnova, so expect contemporary design featuring the latest materials and technologies

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Luxurious kitchens are the focus here, each design custom built with an emphasis on unusual materials and one of a kind features There are three studios in London and the South East, and a well established service for developers, designers and architects

A leading manufacturer of kitchen mixers and an extensive portfolio of bathroom taps and showers, Grohe is particularly well known in the kitchen sector for its Grohe

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The showroom in the Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour is the flagship store for renowned German kitchen brand, Eggersmann The company also offers bespoke living room joinery by Schmalenbach, to complement its kitchens, known for their contemporary design

Premium quality bespoke furniture is the name of the game at this company, founded in 1999 by John Hetherington and Ben Newman joined by design director Mike Fetherston in 2008 Today they continue to personally oversee each project, with furniture made at their Glossop, Derbyshire workshop

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GROHE

A quiet approach to beautifully crafted kitchens and furniture for period houses has earned this company, founded by Nick Anderson, a protégé of the late Mark Wilkinson, a fine reputation All furniture is bespoke made at its Wiltshire facility

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Strong on ‘visual silence’ creating calm through purity of form the London flagship store of luxury Italian

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Directors Richard and Michael Moore now run the classic English kitchen company founded by their parents, Martin and Barbara, in 1975 Particularly adept at balancing traditional craftsmanship with the design demands of modern lifestyles, the company produces its elegant and expertly made kitchens in its Yorkshire facility

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High quality French range cookers in classic styles have earned Lacanche a loyal following, who rely on their solid, built to last quality and reputation for professional performance and versatility Cookers are still handmade in the Burgundian village of Lacanche where they have been produced for 250 years

throw from the original site, the company produces luxury design led kitchens and furniture for clients around the world

worktops in unusual shapes Composed of minerals, acrylic and natural pigments, the result is a smooth, non porous, durable and visually seamless surface, available in a choice of colours and looks

Brothers Bernd and Johann Radaschitz run the Austrian based business founded by their great grandfather in 1923 Today, from showrooms in New York, Vienna and Notting Hill, and a state of the art workshop in Riegersburg, a stone’s

Co director Jack Trench set up his London based company in 2003 to specialise in bespoke kitchens and furniture, made in north London and displayed in the firm’s Clerkenwell showroom Clean lines, thoughtful details and imaginative use of materials make the cabinetry stand out

MARAZZI

One of the industry leaders in ceramic and porcelain for floor and wall tiles, Marazzi also produces incredible stone effect solid surfaces

MIELE

‘No two kitchens are ever the same, ’ say award winning furniture maker Hugh Miller and his architect and landscape designer brother Howard of their offering Designs are contemporary and custom made from hardwood with finishes mixed individually for each client

Natural stones Larvikite and Anorthosite are quarried in Norway and offered by Lundhs as a collection of hard, heat and stain resistant worktops They need no sealing or ongoing maintenance

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As the founder of Smallbone of Devizes more than 40 years ago, Charlie Smallbone knows a thing or two about kitchen design Now he employs his one of a kind experience with artistic vision, creating contemporary designs that blend the beauty of original materials with functionality

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‘Immer Besser’ or ‘Forever Better’ has long been the driving force behind the continual development of new products at this German premium appliance manufacturer It has a history dating back to 1899 and a world leading reputation for high quality, reliable and innovative cooking, dishwashing, refrigeration and laundry products, most of which come with a 20 year guarantee MINOTTICUCINE LONDON

Known for traditional style luxury kitchen mixers (and a full range of bathroom brassware) Perrin & Rowe designs and makes its products in the UK The company has a strong reputation for the quality of its machining, polishing and plating

A leading light in the world of kitchen design since 1992, this company produces bespoke

This premium Italian kitchen brand, founded more than 60 years ago, has a London showroom for its contemporary and luxurious designs It is particularly known for its collaborations with leading architect designers, including Rodolfo Dordoni, Carlo Colombo and Christophe Pillet ROUNDHOUSE

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Founded in 1996 by architects including managing director Craig Matson, this company has always been known for its considered, structural approach to kitchen design Made at its facility in Malvern, Worcestershire, kitchens are clean lined, with innovative use of materials, texture and colour to create natural warmth

Poliform

kitchens and pantries inspired by plain Georgian architecture, made in its Suffolk workshop and painted in its imaginative colour palette from Milky Tea to Boiled Egg POLIFORM

Founded in Italy in 1970, Poliform now has an international reputation for its contemporary kitchens, wardrobes and furniture Known for discreet elegance and consistency of style, there are large showrooms on London’s Kings Road and Wigmore Street

Hard working, Shaker style wood kitchens are order of the day here Neptune believes that to feel truly comfortable a kitchen needs to be well crafted and work with the architecture of the space and your home’s history or era

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brand minotticucine is known for contemporary, minimalist kitchens that celebrate the beauty of natural stone, timber and cast metal

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This Italian company makes luxury range cookers, hoods, barbecues and accessories, as well as complete kitchens, drawing on the ancient metalworking tradition of Florence Traditional craftsmanship in iron, copper and steel is combined with technological innovation to produce fully customisable products

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This Spanish brand started with ceramic tiles, but now also produces whole kitchens (among other things) Its schemes are defined by their high quality materials, finishes and their design

Based in a vast aircraft hangar in Norfolk, this company manufactures custom made cabinetry with an emphasis on craftsmanship, precision and value for money It also offers Naked Doors, bespoke fronts for kitchen cabinets

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Known as the inventor of the world s first boiling water tap created by in 1970 and first sold commercially by his family company in 1992 Quooker has

built its reputation on taps that deliver water at a true 100C Today, it offers all in one products that can offer boiling, filtered chilled and sparkling water, plus regular hot and cold, all from one spout

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Probably the only heavy fireclay sink manufacturer left in the world, Shaws of Darwen has been making traditional butler’s sinks renowned for their practicality and durability in Lancashire since 1897 Today they are still handmade, each one with an impression on its base of the name of the master craftsman who created it

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This Danish company is known for its timber countertops and breakfast bars in different timbers and surface finishes, whether you

want thermo treated oak finished with a neutral oil, river washed brasilica or vintage oiled oak

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multifunctional kitchen living spaces has earned this studio an award winning reputation The Winchester based company offers both bespoke classic in frame and German engineered SieMatic kitchens

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A finger on the pulse approach to

Tracing its roots back to 1978 and the birth of the hand painted kitchen, this company now produces luxury classic and contemporary collections for an international audience, as well as super smart furniture for wine rooms, media rooms, bedrooms and bathrooms, made in its Wiltshire workshop

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Founded in Pesaro, Italy, in 1961, this family owned kitchen and bathroom company is run by CEO Fabiana Scavolini It has a market leading presence in Italy and a fast growing reputation in the UK for its range of contemporary and classic designs, including collaborations with fashion brand Diesel and French designer Ora ïto

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There are 19 Tom Howley showrooms nationwide, and the company is now part of BHID Group, but Tom Howley still directs the creative vision of the company he founded in 2004 Expect a consistent approach to classic, well proportioned cabinetry with elegant detailing, all made in Glossop

ZIP

Founded in Australia, Zip focuses on taps that dispense pure tasting instant boiling, chilled and sparkling water Its renowned HydroTap is now in its fifth generation and provides what the company describes as ‘25 times better filtration than a standard water filter jug’

SCAVOLINI

Swedish born Sofia Bune Strandh set up her company in 2006 to bring a taste of Scandinavian design to a London audience Furniture is handmade in Sweden and Denmark with a pared back style designed to sit comfortably in UK homes

The Sub Zero Freezer Company, founded in 1945 in Madison, perfected the storage of frozen foods at sub zero temperatures and pioneered built in refrigeration, while the Wolf Range Company was established in 1934 in Los Angeles to produce professional cooking equipment Today, the luxury appliance offer includes large fridge freezers and wine cabinets to powerful range cookers, built in and outdoor appliances

THE MYERS TOUCH

Beginning with a portfolio of under mounted stainless steel sinks, this company has grown to include kitchen taps and ceramic sinks as part of its offer It also has a bespoke service, producing sinks made to your specification

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Puro is a new antibacterial finish for Marazzi’s beautiful ceramic surfaces Its technology is designed to eliminate 99 9% of bacteria and other invisible organisms that have the potential to cause harm, while also safeguarding against stains and odour forming Not all antibacterial surfaces are created equal, and while some need strong light levels to perform effectively, Marazzi’s exclusive silver ion treatment ensures your worktop stays protected, no matter the light level

If you were looking for a worktop material with antibacterial properties a few years ago, you probably would have found your options limited and may even have had to settle for a less dynamic design for the sake of this important feature Now, with Marazzi’s Puro applied to its Top Collection, you can go big and bold with kitchen and bathroom surfaces while also ensuring you ’ re making the best choice for your and your family’s health

During the last few years our perspectives on a lot of areas of daily life have shifted including vigilance towards potentially harmful microorganisms that could affect our wellbeing In light of this, antibacterial finishes are set to be an important new frontier for how spaces are designed, both in public and in our own homes, and Marazzi is at the forefront with its Puro range

Marazzi’s ceramic surfaces emulate wood, marble, travertine and even concrete

With large scale slabs over three metres long available, creating luxe, seamless surfaces across islands for a centrepiece to a kitchen design is possible, as is custom furniture pieces or even a sleek basin countertop for a modern bathroom And styles that emulate richly veined marbles, on trend travertine and even cool, contemporary concrete mean capturing the spirit of any interior mood is simple

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Created for Boffi by Japanese designer, Naoto Fukasawa, the Round Sabbia bath, £57,732, is carved from Bianco Carrara marble and has a softly curved base to offset its monolithic form ‘This piece deeply expresses the way the designer uses his personal design philosophies: simplicity archetypal forms comfort and practicality ’ says Steven

‘The further the eye travels uninterrupted, the larger a space feels,’ advises interior designer Noa ‘For this Manhattan apartment, we wanted to clear a visual path from the primary bedroom into the primary bath, using a glass partition ’ The stone vanity makes a strong central focal point beyond

As part of the renovation of a 1920s home in Los Angeles, DISC Interiors framed and clad the shower in striking Arabescato Corchia Extra marble, offsetting its dramatic veining with muted pink tiles ‘We wanted to strike a balance between energy and serenity,’ says David The steel shower doors are white powder coated to add lightness and tactility to the design

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‘Bathrooms are home to many hard materials, so I often offset them with rounded shapes to soften the overall look,’ explains Irene of the reason she specified arched doors to the shower Terrazzo tiles are teamed with wood panelling painted in Ho Ho Green by Little Greene for contrast and texture

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‘It was important to bring the natural light and beauty of the outdoors into this bathroom, and to use complementary interior materials, says Marie ‘The natural oak cabinets and neutral grey stone reflect this ideal ’ Black metal framed windows draw attention to the view of greenery beyond

‘The secluded bathtub is at the centre of a spiral layout, which allowed us to sculpt the space using curves to soften the acoustics,’ says George The Bette Lux Oval inset bath in Jade Green, £2,590, is shown with Metropolis wall tiles in Terracotta, £61 10sq m, and custom terrazzo surfaces, all C P Hart

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Of the restoration of the historic Résidence Eisenhower in Reims, built in 1911 1913, Sarah says, ‘We wanted conjure up what the mansion could be today if it had always been in the same family ’ She specified Devon&Devon’s Draycott bath, £4,266, designed to recall the spirit of the early 20th century Lively touch

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‘Our favourite bathrooms are those with wallpaper wood floors and a fireplace ’ says Veere This is Palm Stripe wallpaper from George Spencer Designs Period piece

Here Fornace Brioni tiles clad the shower walls and the arch is in Oval Room Blue paint by Farrow & Ball ‘The tiles add a sense of fun,’ Pandora says

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Celebrated French interior designer Jacques has restored Villa Astor to its original splendour evident in this gloriously opulent marble bathroom Set on the Amalfi Coast, the villa once belonged to William Waldorf Astor, and is now available to rent from The Heritage Collection

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The blue brown marble effect and large 120x60x1cm format of these Portofino gloss porcelain tiles, £78sq m from Mandarin Stone, are designed to create a striking look, with minimal grout lines and a hard wearing finish for added practicality

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The flush fitted ceiling Dornbracht rain shower from £1,044, is designed to deliver a spa like experience It features a powerful rinsing jet and a relaxing rain shower function with feather like rain drops, as well as chromotherapy lighting

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Roca’s Smart Shower, £4,052 for the set shown here, allows up to three users to pre set their shower duration, maximum temperature and flow rates based on their individual requirements It can be controlled via an app on your phone so that you can monitor and reduce water and energy consumption

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As the water temperature increases the LED display on the Grohe Plus mixer, £880 in chrome medium, changes from cool blue to warm red, as a helpful safety aid and a nudge towards saving energy

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One of the important things about designing a bathroom especially in the country is that it doesn t seem utilitarian We like to make sure that it feels like any other decorative space, with antiques and freestanding elements

Often, old houses have limitations in terms of plumbing or structural features that can’t be moved, presenting layout challenges We try to work with them perhaps by putting a bath in the centre of the room, for example, keeping the original wood floor and adding a hard wearing marble ‘ rug ’ for it to sit on Using a frameless glass shower screen means it disappears, and the architectural features remain as the focus of the room

We will always use traditional style tap and shower fittings in a country house, because they are part of creating a room that feels as though it has been there for generations A few quirky elements are useful, too A vintage bowl to hold loo rolls, a beautiful vase and an antique chair will help make the bathroom feel attractive

Assuming the bathroom is well ventilated, generous curtains or flouncy blinds make

a room feel more decorative We tend to use pretty, lighter fabrics, including natural linens, cottons, chintzes, paisleys and florals, which work particularly well in country settings Wall lights with fabric shades also add charm, but make sure the lights themselves are IP rated and designated as safe for bathroom use

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In a large bathroom with the scale to cope, a Chinoiserie style wallpaper, such as those from de Gournay, looks beautiful In other schemes, we have used hand printed papers by Adelphi Paper Hangings Also, densely hung framed prints and plates can have the same decorative effect

We often use carpet on the floor, partly because it makes a bathroom feel old fashioned, but also because it is comfortable The /re/Purpose range from Jennifer Manners is made from recycled plastic water bottles, feels soft underfoot yet is moisture resistant and easy to clean Together, these elements can be used to create an eclectic, chic look, key to timeless country house style

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“ Whether in a cottage or a larger house, combining antiques with newer pieces creates a sense that the room has evolved over time”

A frameless shower screen in a country house allows the architecture to shine

If you are going to lie in the tub and relax, consider its position carefully for the best view My wife, Catherine, finds that a long bath is a fantastic way to unwind, but I prefer a good shower If there’s room, I recommend 1 5x1 5m minimum, although the bigger the shower area, the draughtier it can be, so the space needs to be warm A decent drench from an overhead shower is important, as is a hand shower

The bathroom is a special place for relaxation and taking some time for yourself As one of the most important rooms in the house, it needs a lot of design energy, as how you deal with the bath, the basin the shower and the privacy of the loo all in one room can get interesting Also, sustainability is a pressing issue, so how we use water and heat without wastage requires thoughtful consideration

tops, though a white porcelain basin can be beautiful, too I’m not worried by using wood in a bathroom, providing it is sealed, treated with care and not flooded with water

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Visually, I like to keep things clear I spent time designing my bathroom range for Cocoon, because the taps and shower head are strong features in the space and I want them to be as elegant as possible, as well as functional When it comes to surfaces, I like marble for basins and vanity

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Shower fittings and bath spout designed by John Pawson for Cocoon

I provide lots of deep drawers in the vanity because it’s difficult to relax if there s stuff everywhere If you want to enjoy the experience of bathing, the ritual of splashing cool water on your face at the basin or stepping into the shower to wash away your worries, you need visual quiet

“My palette is often simple wood, marble and taps in stainless steel. I don’t think you need too much colour the bathroom is a refuge”

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Texture, pattern, colour and upholstery can all add softness and warmth Handmade tiles introduce a little imperfection and some soulfulness, while panelling gives a layer of love and a little more interest than plain painted walls An upholstered chair can make the room feel more homely, as well as providing somewhere to sit down while you are drying your feet or dressing

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As every square foot has a monetary value in a hotel, bathrooms tend to be quite small But I’m surprised by how much you can fit into a small room and hotel work forces us to test that to the limit Quite often a small space can be quite cosy, interesting and exciting Although an oversized bathroom can seem glamorous, often you can feel vulnerable standing naked in a huge space It is important to be careful about the choice of materials because acres of tile and glass can be cold and echoey; acoustics can have a huge influence on the atmosphere of a space

When it comes to showers, the bigger, the better A double shower doesn’t cost much more, but feels fun and generous Hotel design has also taught us that exposed shower fittings tend to be easier to maintain, and I think positioning the controls where you can access them,

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Our design work in hotels is an interesting barometer, because it enables us to get reactions from lots of people From a durability point of view, it’s rather like stress testing materials and design ideas, because things are heavily used in hotels

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without needing to step into the shower and get wet in the process, is a quick win

Character and comfort are key says interior designer Nicola Harding

“In a bathroom, an antique cabinet or stool can bring in something extra and make the space feel less cold and more decorative”

Some companies, such as The Water Monopoly, offer bathroom suites in various colours, which can make a fun way to inject impact, or we might choose a beautiful patterned sink from The London Basin Company to add eye catching colour

shade can also work well, as can painted half height wall panelling as a way of introducing a bold colour and texture

Some great fabric on a vanity or window treatment can also be used to stop a bathroom feeling miserable A skirt below a basin might seem granny ish, but the right choice of fabric, such as a block print in a joyful colour that contrasts with the wall tiles, can make it fun If it is a small bathroom with the potential for steam build up, you might want to consider a washable or outdoor performance fabric

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Plain subway wall tiles in a beautiful shade can be a cost effective way of introducing impact, especially when paired with joinery painted in a contrasting colour We love playing around with pairings sometimes surprising combinations are the most successful White or off white walls, white and grey marble tiles or even an expanse of plain white bath can be used as a juxtaposition to a bold colour pairing and to prevent a scheme becoming overwhelming in its intensity

I also enjoy using wallpaper Most luxury brands make lovely papers in a vinyl quality, which are ideal for bathrooms as they won’t peel Another option is to paint clear varnish over wallpaper to prevent peeling

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Interior designer Lucy Barlow always adds colour for an inviting scheme

“I like using fabric and card shades on wall lights, often from Vaughan and Pooky, to introduce texture and more colour ”

Try framing bright wall tiles with a moulding in a different colour and consider using a patterned tile on the floor, too In a recent design, we combined glossy mustard wall tiles with a dusty rose pink moulding and patterned starburst floor tiles in the same colour Polished plaster walls in a jewel like

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Bathrooms can be clinical spaces so I work hard to make them the very opposite I want them to feel homely and inviting, by injecting colour with a considered choice of tiles or painted joinery For example a vanity unit painted in an unexpected colour, can make a standout piece that instantly introduces warmth

Raphaël wallpaper in Blue by Sandberg gives a small space big impact

A visit to this premium retailer’s huge and atmospheric flagship showroom underneath the Victorian railway arches at London’s Waterloo is an effective way to immerse yourself in the latest in classic and contemporary bathroom design In total, there are 16 showrooms across the country, each offering impressive product choice, expert advice and bespoke design services

From their showrooms in London’s Maida Vale, Chelsea and Wimbledon Village, creative and experienced duo Hayley and Tony Robson run a company known for intelligently designed kitchens, bathrooms and living spaces delivered with a characteristic energy and verve DEVON&DEVON

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Italian architects Gianni and Paola Ciarmatori Tanini first created their collection of classic English inspired designs in 1989 after a visit to Devon Now part of the Italcer Group, the brand continues to specialise in luxury bathrooms from its headquarters in Florence

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Founder Sarah Watson has an eye for the details that can elevate a bathroom design to something special, offering a small but elegant collection of lighting, mirrors, cabinets, washstands, tiles, linens and accessories

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Bath specialist BC Designs, named after its founder Barrie Cutchie, who set up the company in 1999 produces a wide range of models in acrylic, solid surface, copper, nickel and tin, and offers a paint to order service on its traditional roll top tubs It now

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Part of one of the UK’s leading stone and tile companies, Sarsen Stone Group, Ca’ Pietra and sister brand, Artisans of Devizes, geared to the project market, are known for their wide selection of colourful and patterned tiles in porcelain, ceramic and natural stone, including two collections that are produced in collaboration with the National Trust CATCHPOLE & RYE

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From its foundry in Kent, this company produces expertly crafted cast iron baths, specialising in roll top and bateau styles It also offers classic marble washstands, traditional brassware and glamorous freestanding showers

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also supplies basins brassware and a new range of Victrion furniture BERT & MAY

Founded in 1981, now part of Kohler Co and available in the UK at West One Bathrooms, this US brand offers an impressive and versatile selection of luxury tiles and mosaics in porcelain, glass, ceramic, stone and concrete, plus collaborations with top designers, such as Kelly Wearstler, Barbara Barry and Martyn Lawrence Bullard AXOR

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The design led brand of German brassware giant Hansgrohe, Axor offers a range of showers, mixers and accessories produced in collaboration with some of the greatest contemporary names in design, including Philippe Starck, Antonio Citterio, Barber Osgerby and Jean Marie Massaud

Founder Lee Thornley blazed a trail in bringing reclaimed tiles and artisan made encaustic tiles to designers attention The company continues to offer a good selection of handmade and antique tiles, plus stylish designs produced in collaboration with Soho House, Samantha Todhunter and our very own Livingetc

offer a boutique selection of wall and floor tiles, including imaginative patterned and plain porcelains, terrazzo, terracotta and encaustic, and now also bathroom fittings, wood flooring and paint C.P. HART

This designer, manufacturer and retailer of classic bathroom fittings was established in 1988 by Drummond Shaw Now three factories manufacture luxury cast iron baths, brass fittings and china sanitaryware, with an evolving collection of timeless designs including collaborations with designer Martin Brudnizki and, most recently, Marc Newson

Known for its range of AquaClean shower toilets, Geberit now also offers a range of premium baths basins and furniture It is part of the Geberit Group, headquartered in Switzerland, which is a European leader in sanitary products

After a few quiet years, it is back with renewed energy: there are 27 showrooms, two more due to open soon, with a full tile, paint, bathroom and wood flooring offer

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One of only a handful of surviving British sanitaryware manufacturers, Imperial Bathrooms has been in business since 1987 It prides itself on top quality, classic style sanitaryware and furniture, made and hand finished in its two factories in Aldridge, Walsall, as well as baths and brassware

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This company specialises in classic British bathroom designs including period style ranges from 1900 to 1950 and beyond Hand cast and forged taps, baths, chinaware and marble vanity consoles make up the luxury product portfolio

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It is a favourite of architects and designers, who appreciate its

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From its three acre site and glamorous showroom in Knaresborough, near Harrogate, this company has established itself as a market leader in the supply of luxury floor tiles and surfaces, including new and antique natural stones, ceramics and porcelains, plus bespoke stone and marble baths and accessories

Founded only eight years ago, Lusso (Italian for ‘luxury’) is a fast growing company that specialises in stone resin freestanding baths basins and vanity units, and an increasing range of marble pieces, plus taps and showers Designs have a contemporary, minimalist style with competitive price tags

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Italian brand Gessi, founded 30 years ago, focuses on luxury brassware and wellness products, including shower spa systems Its

Known for bespoke shower screens and enclosures, as well as frameless and demi framed designs in a wide range of finishes, this company has been operating since 1968

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Founded in 1950, this German manufacturer has long been a favourite among architects for its premium quality, design led brassware It offers luxury shower solutions, plus contemporary bathroom and kitchen mixers, including its Tara and Meta ranges

cutting edge products available in a host of finishes are made at its factory in Piedmont and showcased at its first UK showroom, the stylish Casa Gessi London in Clerkenwell

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It was nearly 40 years ago when this company began selling terracotta floor tiles, growing to offer a full interiors proposition

This Marrakech based design studio and bespoke tile studio founded by Caitlin and Samuel Dowe Sandes in 2007, is known for its bright, geometric handmade concrete tiles that are exported all

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A growing band of showrooms there are now 14 across the UK and a selected portfolio of natural stone, porcelain and ceramic tiles, including some of the most interesting decorative options, ensures this company maintains its position as one of the largest tile suppliers in the country

With some 15 showrooms, spread nationwide, this franchise retailer has been creating bathrooms for more than 30 years There is a

over the world Celebrating the traditional artisanal craft of Morocco and the joy of contemporary pattern and colour ensures that their offer continues to be in demand

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Founder and creative director, Turkish born Damla Turgut designs contemporary tiles in London and has them handcrafted using traditional methods by artisans in Turkey The result is a fresh and contemporary range of encaustic cement and terrazzo tiles, plus authentic Moroccan zellige that has designers beating a path to her door

From its focus on classic painted vanity units this company has grown to include baths, mirrors, lighting, towel rails and brassware in its offer but the emphasis on quiet elegance remains

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This Canadian brand is sister to Perrin & Rowe and Shaws of Darwen (see Little Black Book in Ultimate Kitchens) and Victoria + Albert, all operating under the House of Rohl umbrella It was founded in Quebec, developing a name for its luxury quality modern and ultra modern brassware

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Samuel Heath s Birmingham foundry began operating 200 years ago It continues to do so today, producing top quality solid brassware, including traditional and contemporary taps, showers, and door and window furniture STONE & CERAMIC WAREHOUSE

This tile importer and supplier has been in business since the 1970s,

With a new showroom in Chelsea’s Design Quarter on the Kings Road, this company is growing its presence in the traditional taps and shower fittings sector Products are made to order in its Hampshire factory and available in an impressive range of finishes, alongside baths, basin washstands, towel warmers and radiators

One of the very first companies to bring shower enclosures to the UK Matki has been in business since 1971 It continues to innovate, holding several patents on its current products, and manufactures its luxury shower enclosures and screens in the UK It also offers a bespoke service, together with its Swadling Brassware range of taps and showerheads

Authentic reproductions of 19th and early 20th century English and French baths, basins, WCs, showers and taps have earned this company an international reputation, particularly among interior designers It also offers its distinctive coloured Rockwell sanitaryware and an ever changing collection of unusual and sometimes quirky antique pieces

Founded in 1996, this company makes freestanding and roll top tubs from its stone resin material, Iso Enamel, at less than half the weight of cast iron but still designed to provide a timeless look and luxurious bathing experience

This freestanding bath and basin manufacturer makes its products in Quarrycast, its own mix of volcanic limestone and resin designed to produce a smooth, strong durable and warm to the touch result In addition to gloss and matt white, the baths and basins are also available in a rich array of RAL colours

Known for the restrained elegance of its classic fittings and a chic, polished aesthetic, this American company was founded in 1978 by Barbara and Robert Sallick It offers a full luxury ‘tiles to tubs to towels’ bathroom product collection, plus kitchen sinks, taps and accessories

Its eye for the latest designs from some of the world’s leading manufacturers has given this family owned, 40 year old retailer a strong reputation Each of its eight showrooms across London and the South East has an in house designer and displays extensive product choice, including exclusive and bespoke ranges

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Now the brand offers a full range of bathroom products, from taps and showers to furniture

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Internationally renowned for highly crafted and opulent brassware including bejewelled taps and collaborations with Lalique and Baccarat, as well as more pared back pieces this French

so the knowledge base here runs deep with expert advice readily available It is strong on porcelain tiles, including large formats, wood and marble effects, as well as natural stone, mosaics and paving

Known for the manufacture of traditionally crafted copper baths inspired by French antique bateau designs, this company also offers a range of tubs in different metals and finishes, as well as basins, kitchen sinks and a bespoke luxury bath service

Founded in 1917, this Japanese bathroom brand launched the Washlet over 40 years ago, now the leading shower toilet in the world, with constantly improving comfort and hygiene technologies Today, the company has a global presence and offers a comprehensive range of bathroom products, including ceramic sanitaryware, taps and accessories

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Recently opening its first showroom, in London’s Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour, this company was founded by interior designer Anna Callis and her daughter, Nathalie, to specialise in highly decorative porcelain countertop basins

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manufacturer continues to hand cast, machine, polish, plate and assemble its products under one roof in its factory in Normandy

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