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nce again it is my pleasure to welcome you to the LuxDeco Style Guide – this time to our exciting Spring/Summer issue.
This season our design team have curated two fantastic looks – a Download the free LuxDeco app to shop the Style Guide straight from its pages and discover
monochrome showstopper and an airy coastal scheme – featuring
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new pieces from Christofle, Colbourns, Richard Brendon and Selva,
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In addition to creating these inspiring collections, our team ventured to Los Angeles with renowned photographer Douglas Friedman to shoot “rock and roll florist” Jeff Leatham for the first time in his Melrose home, to New York to go behind the scenes of luxury decor brand Michael Aram and inside one of London’s most prestigious private members’ clubs. We created the Style Guide to help you discover pieces you love from around the globe, and I’d like to personally thank our brands, partners and all of the hard-working LuxDeco team that have made this possible. Wishing you an enjoyable and stylish spring/summer.
Jonathan Holmes CEO & Founder of LuxDeco.com G E T TO K NOW US : W W W. LUXDE CO. CO M/ ST Y L E G UI DE
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High Contrast Objects of Desire: Cosmic Effect The Tastemaker: Jeff Leatham Curating Distinction Collection: Coastal Elegance Objects of Desire: Flawless Service Style Notes: Summer Entertaining The Life: The Arts Club Fresh Touch Objects of Desire: Spontaneous Beauty Behind the Brand: Michael Aram
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Mirrored Image Collection: Refined Monochrome Objects of Desire: Animal Magnetism The Trend: Horn Gallery Vibes Behind the Brand: L’Objet Deco Dining Objects of Desire: Abstract Expressions Ceramic Renaissance How To: Create a Show Home Bed
High Contrast B
lack and white – the absolute palette du jour – is back, but not as you
know it. Giving a new twist to a timeless look, classical elements
(imposing horse head bookends and statuesque obelisks) contrast oversized geometric accents, united by a subtle matte finish that’s effortlessly chic. UNLO CK E XCLUS I V E CO NT E NT W I T H T HE LUX DE CO A PP
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O PA L CUB I ST I C R O UND VAS E £ 3 5 5 by G UAXS
K I MI KO O B E L I S K £ 4 5 0 by A RT E R I O R S
MA R B L E DI S K £ 3 95 by LUXDE CO
G O B I B L ACK PAT T E R NE D VAS E £ 7 1 0 by G UA XS
MA MO UNI A S CE NT E D CA NDL E - NO. 2 8 £ 65 by L’O B J ET
CHA MB R E D’A MB R E CA NDL E £ 4 0 by L A MA NUFACT UR E
WOV E N S NA K E S K I N T R AY £ 4 5 0 by K I F U PAR I S
HO R S E B O O K E ND £ 3 4 5 by L’O B J E T
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Obje�s of Desire
Cosmic Effect Q
uite literally radiating style confidence, the Sputnikinspired pendant is the light silhouette of the moment.
The Tivoli chandelier by Dutch brand Eichholtz offers the in-demand look courtesy of a contemporary nickel finish (although the black and gold version is just as praiseworthy), playfully irregular glass-topped rays and majorly oversized proportions. With its modernised Space Age influences and interior designer backing, the future of this piece looks oh-so-bright. UNLO CK E XCLUS I V E CO NT E NT W I T H TH E LUXDECO AP P
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T I VO L I CHA NDE L I E R ÂŁ 1 ,1 0 0 by E I CHHO LTZ
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The Tastemaker
Jeff Leatham J
eff Leatham certainly lives and breathes his moniker of “rock and roll florist”. He counts Oprah Winfrey, the Kardashians, Sofia
Vergara and Eva Longoria as clients (and friends for that matter) as well as His Holiness the Dalai Lama and the Clintons; he’s been the artistic director of the Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris for 17 years; and, as if that wasn’t enough, he’s a sir! “I play it down but sometimes you gotta bring it out for parties,” the playful designer says of his framed Chevalier de Ordre des Arts et des Lettres medallion – an Order of France awarded to those who have made significant contributions to the arts. It sits on his bookshelf surrounded by design tomes – three of which he’s written – near a black and white photograph of Marilyn Monroe and a candid photo booth shot of himself, Kris Jenner and Corey Gamble. It’s ironic that he does play down such a notable coup, of course, since the concept is notably nonexistent in the vocabulary of his professional life. His stunning designs aren’t just nice to look at – they are, in all earnest, unforgettable living artworks in which nothing is too extravagant. UNLOC K E XCLU SIVE CON T E N T WIT H T H E LU XD E CO A P P
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People may not remember my name, but I want them to remember my work.
Valuing the beauty of flowers and marrying it with
But celebrity clients, knighthoods and an impossibly
his love of design, Jeff ’s instinctive connection with
dazzling résumé aside, it’s Jeff ’s positivity and
his pretty medium makes his creations a worthy
openness to unconventional creativity that is the
counterpart to the legendary environments he dresses
most impressive thing about him. Dressed in a tuxedo
– anything that can hold its own against the grandeur
shirt, jeans and Hermès shoes, he is as inspiring
of the George V is something to take note of.
arranging flowers in his Melrose home in LA as he is in the City of Lights.
His style ranges from cloud-like floral carpets and
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orchid chandeliers to vibrant entry hall installations
“People may not remember my name, but I want them to
of stacked glass vases filled with exquisite puffs of
remember my work.” It was quickly pointed out to him
hydrangea or upturned calla lilies – an instantly
that there’s no chance of either his name or his work
recognisable Jeff Leatham trademark.
being forgotten anytime soon.
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aster one-of-a-kind style by curating your own cabinet de curiosités. Fascinating sea treasures pair nicely with carefully hand-carved ornaments and artisanal vases
full of creative spontaneity, each enhanced by individual characteristics. UNLO CK E XCLU S IVE CON T E N T WIT H T H E LU X D E C O A P P
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TIGE R STA RFISH O N STA N D £ 22O by LU X D E C O
WOODEN HORSE HE AD £1 95 by LU XD E CO
ASP E R TE X TU RE D VASE £ 49 5 by A L E X M cCA RTH Y
BLAC K & W H IT E SP LIT G E OD E S E T £395 by LU XD EC O
B A RRIE R C O RA L SC U L P TU RE £ 255 by JO H N -RIC H A RD
BA NYA N S CU LPT U RE S £42 0 by ART E RIORS
SA N D D O L L A R O N STA N D £ 1 45 by LU X D E C O
WHI TE STARFIS H ON STAN D £2 1 0 by LU XD E CO
SH E L L FO SSIL IN CASE £ 3 3 5 by LU X D E C O
Collection
Coastal Elegance W
ith its fresh air, carefree energy and relaxed
a look which transitions perfectly into the nautical-
pace, it’s no wonder that life by the sea is the
inspired bedroom in a more intense shade of denim.
goal of many. It’s here that tranquil colour palettes inspire a clear mind and much needed repose;
Streamlined cabinetry and simply carved tables
nature’s familiar rhythm becomes a catalyst for
provide a formal base for the look with rich India
recalibration and life takes on renewed meaning.
ink woods being championed for their inherent sophistication. Favoured country silhouettes channel
The elegant coastal home is a retreat in the truest
a manor-like aesthetic, ensuring that the look is
sense of the word. Balancing organic accents with
nothing short of perfectly polished.
impeccable furniture foundations, it's a fine-tuned extension of its serene surroundings. Tranquil tones
Nearby waters and their treasures offer inspired
– from deepest azure to seafoam green – complement
counsel for accessorising in a naturally effortless
sandy backdrops, setting the stage for both casual and
way. Subtle movement is brought to the look with
formal arrangements.
the addition of graceful coral forms which soften the stately aesthetic, whilst painterly ceramic vases
Prioritising relaxation, the style features comfortable
are a bridge between the organic and refined.
seating arranged around silky rugs and accented with layers of cushions. A low-slung English roll arm sofa
Welcoming, pretty and incredibly soothing –
and chair set in a timeless light wool are paired with
the elegant coastal home is a timeless classic.
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C ELESTI A L JAR VAS E £1 95 by JOHN -RICHARD
C U L LO D E N B LU E L AGO O N TA B L E L A M P £ 48 0 by A E RIN
SHOR E C O RAL SCU LPT U RE £315 by JOHN -RICHARD
DA N DY C O N SO L E TA B L E £ 2,7 1 0 by IK A N D I
METEOR IV SU SAN N E PRIN TS S E T £570 by E ICHH O LTZ
M E LTIN G VASE S SE T £ 450 by JO H N -RIC H A RD
R AV I NE VASE S FROM £1 1 0 by ALE X McCART HY
W H ITE SE A STA R VASE £ 45 by LU X D E C O
S H OWN: HOWA R D SOFA £3,345 by LU XD E CO
C H A RL E STO N C O FFE E TA B L E £ 1 , 3 7 0 by LU X D E C O
S E A F OA M ME I PI NG JA R £ 1 8 5 by LUXDE CO
PA I R O F FAW N S CUL PT UR E S £ 3 5 0 by LUXDECO
J ESSI CA SLIPP E R CHAIR £1 ,920 by LU XD E CO
D U N B A R P RIN TS SE T £ 7 9 0 by E IC H H O LTZ
E L E NO R TA B L E L A MP £ 4 0 5 by HE AT HF I E L D
F R E T R UG £ 3 , 93 0 by CO L B O UR NS
S H OWN: SI LV ER OCTOP U S CAN D LE H OLD E R £11 5 by LU XD EC O BR ONZE HAN D LE T RAY £395 by GIOBAGN ARA OC EA N C O RAL COAST E RS £8 0 by MICHAE L ARAM I VORY HORN BOX £570 by ARCA
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CHA R LOT T E CHA I R £ 8 65 by LUXDE CO
HE X R UG £ 1 , 5 0 0 by J E NNI F E R MA NNE R S
L E AT HE R A NT I Q UE G LO B E £ 90 by LUX DECO
O R B I S V E T US PR I NTS S E T £ 5 2 5 by E I CHHO LT Z
S PR I NG B O K MAG NI F Y I NG G L AS S £ 2 5 0 by CEDES MI L ANO
A DI R A HO R S E S CUL PT UR E £ 1 , 8 0 0 by A L E XA NDR A S HO R E Y
B R O NZ E HA NDL E T R AY £ 3 95 by G I O B AGNAR A
CO L E T T E TA B L E L A MP £ 94 5 by R I CHA R D TAY LO R L I G HT I NG
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S H OW N: CHAT E L E T CHA NDE L I E R £ 1 , 4 2 0 by V I S UA L CO MF O RT
F LOAT I NG WAV E B OW L £ 3 2 0 by J O HN- RI CH AR D
HE R I TAG E E XT E NDA B L E DI NI NG TA B L E £ 3 ,7 4 5 by S E LVA
L A R G E W HI T E O R CHI D £ 3 3 5 by LUX DE C O
R AV E N DI NI NG CHA I R £ 995 by LUX DE CO
WO O DE N HO R S E HE A D £ 1 95 by LUXDE C O
L A FAÇA DE DU LO UV R E PR I NTS S E T £ 4 90 by E I CHHO LT Z
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Rethink classic out-of-town style by pairing breezy upholstery shapes with thoughtful layers and polished arrangements to bring that refined bayside life to your interior.
L E F T: L E O PO L D CA NDL E HO L DE R £ 1 8 0 by E I CHHO LT Z
CURV E D E DG E NA PK I N R I NG S S E T £ 5 9 by ARTH UR P R I CE
E T HE R E A L B LUE DI NNE R WA R E S E T £ 1 , 3 1 5 by PO R CE L
HE R I TAG E E X T E NDA B L E DI NI NG TA B L E £ 3,7 4 5 by SELVA
MO O D 2 4 - PI E CE CUT L E RY S E T £ 8 5 0 by CHR I STO F L E
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ME T E O R I V S USA NNE PR I NTS S E T £ 5 7 0 by E I CHHO LT Z
B A L I CUS HI O N £ 7 5 by LUX DE CO
K I NG STO N B E D £ 4 ,1 90 by T UR NPO ST
HE NL E Y B E DS I DE TA B L E £ 995 by LUXDECO
MI DNI G HT B E D R UNNE R £ 95 by LUX DE CO
B LUE W I L LOW TA B L E L A MP £ 2 1 5 by LUXDECO
B E I B L A NK E T B OX £ 1 , 2 95 by LUX DE CO
E S PR E S S O CUP & SAUCE R S E T £ 1 4 5 by MAR I E DAÂGE
COAST DI A MO ND R UG £ 95 9 by K AT HE R I NE CA R NA BY
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L L A NO CUS HI O N £ 1 0 5 by LUXDE CO
MY KO NO S DO R I S PI L LOW £ 2 5 0 by J O NATH AN ADL ER
PE R F E CT DAY CUS HI O N £ 8 0 by B L ACK E DI T I O N
MY KO NO S NI XO N PI L LOW £ 2 2 5 by J O NATH AN ADL ER
B A L I CUS HI O N £ 7 5 by LUX DE CO
MY KO NO S G R E E K TO OT H PI L LOW £ 2 7 5 by J O NATH AN ADL ER
B LUE & W HI T E PO R CE L A I N JA R £ 2 2 0 by LUXDE CO
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Obje�s of Desire
Flawless Service S
imple, sculptural, discreet. With its mirrored stainless steel container, the MOOD 24-piece cutlery set by
heritage silverware brand Christofle single-handedly reinvents casual dining. The six-person flatware caddy – which is kept intact by a tailor-made walnut wood interior – is characterised by simplified shapes for the modern diner. Each piece is forged, silver-plated and flawlessly polished by hand using time-honoured techniques – nothing less could be expected from a 180-year-old luxury French brand. The design also doubles as a contemporary centrepiece, glistening in the midday sun of summer soirées or the candlelight of evening dinner parties. UNLO CK E XCLUS I V E CO NT E NT W I T H TH E LUXDECO AP P
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MO O D 2 4 - PI E CE CUT L E RY S E T £ 8 5 0 by CH R I STO F L E
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Style Notes
Summer Entertaining S
ummer dining is all about the great outdoors – enjoying the sunny vibe, gentle breeze and vistas that can only be experienced by
relocating your eating arena outside. Easy preparation dishes are the only direction to go in for this kind of relaxed entertaining. Keep meals light, ingredients flavourful and accents fresh for fare that feels straight out of a Mediterranean holiday. Colourful salads look so appealing, taste even more so and take next to no time to prepare; a main course of fish with mixed grilled vegetables is suitably seasonal; and for dessert, something fruity works beautifully. As the Italians call it, “la dolce far niente” (or “the sweetness of doing nothing”)
finds in summer a more-than-worthy companion. So choose a dish, have some friends over and bask in the often forgotten pleasure of just being. U N LOCK E XCLU S IVE CO N TE N T W ITH TH E LU X D E C O A P P
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A BOV E :
PA LM 5- PIE CE PLACE S E T T IN G £1 25 by MICHAE L A RA M
PA L ACE 5 - PI E CE PL ACE S E T T I NG £ 1 3 5 by MI CHA E L A R A M
PA LM GOL D 5-PIE CE FLAT WARE S E T £150 by MICHA E L A RA M
PA L M G O L D 5 - PI E CE F L AT WA R E S E T £ 1 5 0 by MI CHA E L A R A M
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The Life
The Arts Club F
or lovers of the arts, the proverbial Holy Grail
and sporting hotly anticipated accommodations,
lies behind the glossy black door at number 40
the club is embarking on a new adventure.
Dover Street, London. Nestled in the heart of the city’s Mayfair district is The Arts Club – a richly
“Our members were asking us to open a hotel as they wanted
historical yet most modern kind of private members’
somewhere in central London they could stay that was elegant,
establishment. The 1863 original and its late 2015
fashionable and discrete,” Simone Moretti, the hotel’s
hotel addition shines as the brightest star of the
proud manager, explains, “The original Arts Club
sartorial street, which has recently welcomed Victoria
building in Hanover Square, between 1863 and 1892,
Beckham’s very first standalone store and counts The
actually had hotel rooms as well.” As everything the club
Ritz and the Royal Academy as neighbours.
does, this reinstatement is a poetic return to its roots.
Since the beginning, art and literary greats, including
The third, fourth and fifth floors of the 18th-century
Charles Dickens, Auguste Rodin, Claude Monet and
Georgian townhouse are now home to 16 intimate
James Whistler, have enjoyed membership at the club
(and surprisingly quiet) rooms and suites available
founded “for the purpose of facilitating the social intercourse
to members and their friends. Dressed with bespoke
of those connected with, or interested in Art, Literature or
Portuguese furniture and lined in velvet and
Science.” Now the home away from home to stars such
cashmere wall panels, the rooms are just as elegant
as Stella McCartney, Nicole Scherzinger and
and fashionable as hoped for.
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“The rooms are eclectic. We’ve tried our best to keep a neutral
A bell summons assistance to the door in less than
palette throughout with influences from mostly the 20th
20 seconds so, if the Himalayan bath salts (which
century,” explains David D’Almada, Head Designer
apparently took months to source, produce and
at Sagrada, the London-based studio behind the
transport) need topping up or a specific dinner
interiors, “We have introduced Art Deco elements to
request needs communicating to executive chef
make it that much more glamorous, in keeping with what’s
Jean-Luc Mongodin, help isn’t far.
happening with the rest of the Arts Club on the lower floors.” Elongated, wrap-around headboards, floor parquetry
Dining at one of the club’s four eateries – including
and decorative ironwork detailing captures 1920s
a ground-floor brasserie suited to working lunches
sophistication in a positively 21st century manner.
and the more intimate second-floor sushi restaurant, Kyubi – or socialising in the members’ lounges are
Palettes are fresh – perfect for the intimate spaces of
definitely the venue’s most thrilling draws. Their
a London townhouse – and light is maximised, even
energy and live musical acts are the backdrop for
where it seems impossible, through the introduction
exciting artistic collaborations and admired creative
of skylights and window walls. Smart high-gloss
relationships. And, above all else, the art – oh, the
cabinetry and shapely chairs, accessorised with
art! – is ever-present, offering constant stimulus
custom accents from Arca and Giobagnara, subtly
from the progressives of temporary exhibitions
remind guests that this isn’t your average hotel.
which punctuate the space to the “old friends” of the permanent collection.
The signature house scent, sprayed every few hours, lingers in the air and on the silk bed linens
A notable piece is Tomas Saraceno’s network of
imported from Italy. Limited edition Oscar Niemeyer
perspex biospheres suspended in the stairway which
bookstands and bamboo L’Objet bookends showcase
welcomes and bids goodbye to members each time
stellar book collections curated by luxury publisher
they visit. On leaving this esteemed place, one catches
Assouline. Each room really is created with such care
a glimpse of the colossal guest book. Teeming with
as a temporary home for its guests – if your idea of
illustrious names, past and present, the magnitude of
a temporary home comes complete with a butler to
The Arts Club’s part in history – and the future – is
provide for one’s every whim, that is.
strikingly apparent.
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Fresh Touch T
ake al fresco dining to a new level this spring with pretty tableware in pastel tones, subtly enhanced with visual
textures or embossed borders. UNLOCK E XCLU SIVE CON T E N T WIT H T H E LU X D E C O A P P
S H OWN: ETHER EA L BLU E D IN N E RWARE S E T £1,315 by PORC E L
M O O D C U TL E RY SE T £ 8 50 by C H RISTO FL E
V ENEZI A D IN N E RWARE S E T £1,62 5 by LU XD E CO
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Obje�s of Desire
Spontaneous Beauty S
ome things should just be unplanned, and ceramic artist Alex McCarthy’s textural pieces are proof of
that. The result of a left-to-chance crackle finish, which is applied to their carefully crafted forms, the vases’ impressive raw textures intrigue thanks to their irresistbly tactile appeal and beautiful colour combinations. A touch of trickling gold or silver paint adds a finishing touch to these brilliantly spontaneous works, skillfully uniting raw and polished elements. Because of their one-of-a-kind nature, the designs – which are available in everything from oversized to tabletop – can and should be treated as delicate works of art deserving of a room’s most high-profile spaces. UNLO CK E XCLUS I V E CO NT E NT W I T H TH E LUXDECO AP P
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£ 1 1 0 – £ 2 ,0 0 0 by A L E X Mc CA RT HY
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Behind the Brand
Michael Aram A
t his Manhattan studio, American designer Michael Aram explains how his love affair with India’s rich crafts industry began. “I didn’t choose India – it chose me,” he relates of
his over twenty-five-year-old relationship with the vibrant country. As an avid traveller and a fine arts graduate himself, the creative was instantly drawn to the living craft traditions of the country’s metalwork industry and the soul exuding from its wares. U N LOCK E XCLU SIVE CONTE N T W ITH TH E LU X D E C O A P P
People can feel the vibration in my work – they can feel the handmade element.
Michael found himself fascinated by Old Delhi, the less
spot for a shoehorn with an artfully curled handle and
frequented but authentic North Indian city where he
asked the man to craft it for him. The piece was the first
sought out the best craftsmen and began a journey that
that Michael made in India and the craftsman continues
has benefitted himself, collectors of his work and, most
to make the piece for the brand. Today, Michael directly
importantly, the craftspeople he works with. “Initially, my
employs 230 craftsmen in his own workshop, some of
collaboration with these artists was just for my own exploration to
whom have been with him from the very beginning.
see what would happen,” Michael remembers, “I had no idea at the time where that act of curiosity would lead me and them.”
Though in a dramatically different setting, Michael’s obsession with hands-on creating is equally prevalent in
He recounts a pivotal moment 26 years ago when he
his studio. In the skylit space – enviably located above
watched a skilled and barefoot craftsman hand-forge a
the stunning Chelsea flagship showroom – the designer
cutting die for stamping out the soles of shoes. He was so
happily models a new piece out of clay. “You can’t draw
taken by the man’s humility that he drew a design on the
it – you have to sculpt it”, he explains.
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As he naturally forms the medium into exotic animals
Each Michael Aram piece is entirely handmade
he laments the trend towards quick-fix design, which
with no two ever exactly the same, making each
is churned out with little thought. He prefers to
an artwork in its own right. Nowhere is this more
connect with his designs, staying as involved with
true than the Spring/Summer 2016 collection
them as possible from beginning to end.
appropriately named After The Storm.
His red embroidered workbook – which he amusedly
“A few years ago there was a big storm that I watched from
explains is used in India by accountants, not creatives
my window,” Michael explains with fondness, “Once the
– is a permanent appendage and a continuous,
storm finished, a mixture of curiosity and cabin fever lead me
working document which, when complete, is
outside to explore the wreckage left in the wake of the storm.
immediately followed by another. Bursting with
There was something beautiful in the newly formed clusters of
concepts, sketches and notes, it is the genesis of
natural elements which had been pulled together by [it].”
Michael’s new and upcoming collections – a personal sounding board for his stream of inspired thoughts.
A masterly molten metal collection of statement wall art, decorative bowls and tabletop objets, using
Whilst his inspirations are found in the smallest of
dynamic Jackson Pollockesque dripping techniques, is
ways or the most unassuming of places, all have
the result. “Our pieces are all one-offs but these really are!”
an inherent soul that is magnified by his visceral
Michael boasts excitedly of the new designs.
methods. And though his works may start out as something as small-scale as an accessory, oftentimes
This genuine passion for design and joy in the
their beauty can’t be confined by size.
journey of creating is the lifeblood of both Michael Aram the man and Michael Aram the brand. It’s
“This started out as a candlestick,” Michael reveals
what keeps this brand’s designs meaningful, inspired
gesturing to an incredible, gilded side table with
and grounded in life’s little pleasures and that proves
root-like tendrils, inspired by a delicate water
to be a faultless combination.
hyacinth – a prime example of a design which is so much more than a piece of furniture.
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Mirrored Image O
bserving the ever-increasing daylight is a joy of the spring and summer seasons. Frame your glow
with a perfectly placed mirror, whether game-changing or smart, classic or antiqued. UNLO CK E XCLU S IVE CON T E N T WIT H T H E LU XD E C O A P P
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K AS S MI R R O R £ 8 4 0 by A RT E R I O R S
V E R B I E R MI R R O R £ 3 60 by LUXDE CO
HE R Z F E L D MI R R O R £ 2 8 5 by LUX DE CO
CURT I S A R CH MI R R O R £ 1 90 by LUX DE CO
A R G E NT UM MI R R O R £ 3 3 0 by LUXDE CO
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Collection
Refined Monochrome T
urn up the contrast this season by venturing
a curved sofa – counteract the pared-back palette
away from the colour wheel because black
and take centre stage in metropolitan aeries.
and white is undoubtedly the look for Spring/ Summer 2016. Both maximalist in its contradictions
Daring, oversized accessories and playful additions
and minimalist in its simplicity, the eternally in-style
like tousled Mongolian sheepskin stools (juxtaposed
pairing is nothing but cool, drawing on an effortlessly
texture is key) or golden urchins enhance clean angles
high-powered aesthetic. In its newest incarnation,
and simplified curved lines. Geometric lighting,
the palette maintains a refined appeal using luxe
including suspended cage chandeliers, origami-like
finishes and informed designs, making it edgy with
table lamps or space-saving wall sconces, make a big
a side of luxury.
impact as functional sculptures. And decor? Refined monochrome calls for plush, bold cushions, graphic
A fitting choice for covetable-address apartments,
rugs and gallery-worthy artwork, in all its forms.
refined monochrome embraces urban environments by focusing on slick silhouettes which demonstrate
It could be said that whilst colours come and go,
neat dimensions and multi-tasking functions.
black and white is forever.
Statement pieces – like the It piece this season, UNLO CK E XCLU SIVE CON T E N T WIT H T H E LU XD E C O A P P
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NI NE C ONSOLE TABLE £2 ,8 30 by ISABE LLA COSTAN TIN I
M OTH E R O F P E A RL VASE £ 250 by LU X D E C O
C R OSSED PAT H RU G £1 ,500 by JE N N IFE R MAN N E R S
B L AC K FAC E TE D VASE £ 6 8 by LU X D E C O
HI DDEN HIPP O ART WORK £540 by T ROWBRID GE
FO U GE RE CA N D L E £ 40 by L A M A N U FAC TU RE
MA R BLE D IS K £395 by LU XD E CO
TO SCA N A P H OTO FRA M E £ 3 9 by A D D ISO N RO SS
LEI TH OBELISK £2 40 by ART E RIORS
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A BOV E :
G R A NT HA M DI NI NG TA B L E £ 1 , 995 by LUXDE CO
A R C DI NNE R WA R E F R O M £ 5 0 by R I CHA R D B R ENDO N
AS HL E Y DI NI NG CHA I R £ 7 95 by LUX DE CO
SAT UR N DI NNE R WA R E S E T £ 1 ,0 2 5 by PO R CEL
O NLY YO U PA I NT I NG £ 1 ,1 95 by PI CTO CLUB
G O L D T HR E E - R I NG NA PK I N J E W E L S S E T £ 100 by L’O B J ET
L A R G E W HI T E O R CHI D £ 3 3 5 by LUXDE CO
G O L D HA RT CUT L E RY S E T £ 90 by SA MBO NET
R E L I Q UA RY B OX £ 8 0 by LUXDE CO
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S H OWN: SNA K ESK IN T RAY £450 by KIFU PARIS BR ONZE PALM D IS H £295 by KE LLY WE ARST LE R BLAC K AGAT E COAST E RS £95 by LU XD E CO SHOP A LL ON LIN E AT LUXD E CO.COM
S H OWN: LUNA R SO FA £5,735 by LU XD E CO
O PA L C U B ISTIC B OW L £ 3 1 0 by GUA X S
W HI T E S E A STA R VAS E £ 4 5 by LUX DE CO
BELLAGI O RU G £565 by LU XD E CO
B L AC K FAC E TE D VASE £ 6 8 by LU X D E C O
R E L I Q UA RY B OX £ 8 0 by LUX DE CO
I R ON & STON E COFFE E TABLE £2 ,08 5 by LU XD E CO
SH A D OW H O RSE A RTWO RK £ 1 , 500 by TROW B RID GE
B R AS S B O O M S CUL PT UR E £ 2 60 by LUX DE CO
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A BOV E :
I R ON & STON E COFFE E TABLE £2 ,08 5 by LU XD E CO
B L AC K FAC E TE D VASE £ 6 8 by LU X D E C O
W HA R F CO NS O L E TA B L E £ 2 , 3 4 5 by LUXDE CO
TO S CA NA PHOTO F R A ME £ 3 9 by A DDI S O N R O SS
GI NKGO DISH £8 5 by MICHAE L ARAM
O PA L C U B ISTIC B OW L £ 3 1 0 by GUA X S
MI ST R E S S DI S H £ 1 95 by K E L LY W E A R ST L E R
B R AS S B O O M S CUL PT UR E £ 2 60 by LUXDECO
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What city apartments lack in size can be made up for with big-impact style choices. Bold furniture designs, a high-drama colour palette and unpredictable decor speak of resolute style conviction.
L E F T: CO R NE L I A S I DE B OA R D £ 5 , 5 90 by I SA B E L L A CO STA NT I NI
O PA L CUB I ST I C R O UND VAS E £ 3 5 5 by G UAXS
CHAT HA M R UG £ 995 by K E L AT Y
B R AS S B O O M S CUL PT UR E £ 2 60 by LUX DECO
SA L E R NO TA B L E L A MP £ 4 5 0 by HE AT HF I E L D
W HI T E S E A STA R VAS E £ 4 5 by LUXDE CO
O UT TO LUNCH O I L O N CA NVAS £ 5 ,0 0 0 by B E N LOW E
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L E F T:
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F E L I X K I NG S I Z E B E D £ 2 , 8 95 by LUXDE CO
A NT I B E S B E DDI NG £ 3 8 5 by HE I R LO O MS
CL A R K S O N WA L L L I G HT £ 65 0 by A E R I N
MA RY L E B O NE B E DS I DE TA B L E £ 995 by LUXDECO
B L ACK & W HI T E B E D R UNNE R £ 95 by LUXDE CO
BY Z A NT I UM T E A S E T F R O M £ 2 2 by L’O B J ET
MO NO CHR O ME CO R A L PR I NTS S E T £ 8 5 0 by E I CHHO LT Z
CL E ME NT TA B L E L A MP £ 5 4 5 by A E R I N
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BA R NEY CU S H ION £8 5 by ZIN C
B A M B O O C U SH IO N £ 1 9 5 by A L E X A N D RA D. FO STE R
CHE E TA H CUS HI O N £ 1 4 5 by LUXDE CO
S NA K E S K I N T R AY £ 4 5 0 by K I F U PA R I S
BERTR A ND CU SH ION £1 1 0 by ZIN C
P U GIN C U SH IO N £ 6 0 by D E SIGN E RS GU IL D
B L ACK FACE T E D VAS E £ 68 by LUX DE CO
MA MO UNI A CA NDL E - NO. 2 8 £ 65 by L’OB J ET
SPEEDSTER CU SH ION £1 1 0 by ZIN C
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PO NY HA I R VA L E T T R AY £ 8 0 by G I O B AG NA R A
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Obje�s of Desire
Animal Magnetism H
ollywood’s golden age of starlets and spotlights inspires the glamour that exudes from the Sasperella
stools. Majoring in overstatement in all the right ways, the stools delight with a combination of gilded framework and playful Mongolian sheepskin upholstery. The flirtatious pair – which feature mirroring cantilevered bases – have been skillfully designed and crafted by British artisans as a LuxDeco exclusive. Their clever design renders them a triple threat – an elegant bench when pushed together, occasional seating for extra guests or the most sumptuous footstools you’ve ever encountered. UNLO CK E XCLUS I V E CO NT E NT W I T H TH E LUXDECO AP P
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SAS PE R E L L A STO O L S £ 1 ,0 3 5 (E ACH) by LUXDECO
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The Trend
Horn W
hether crafted entirely from a single piece or accented with just a touch, horn decor provides the perfect way to channel a safari chic look – one that
is as polished as it is exotic. Bonus: the look transitions seamlessly into autumn. UNLO CK E XCLU S IVE CON T E N T WIT H T H E LU XD E C O A P P
S H OWN: TI TA N HO RN S CU LPT U RE £375 by ART E RIORS
IVO RY H O RN & L E ATH E R TRAY £ 1 , 28 0 by A RCA
S PR I NG B O K MAG NI F Y I NG G L AS S £ 2 5 0 by CE DE S MI L A NO
I VORY HORN BOX £570 by ARCA
H O RN ASH TRAY £ 7 55 by A RCA
S PR I NG B O K L E T T E R O PE NE R £ 1 95 by CE DE S MI L A NO
LEATHER & DARK HORN PH OTO FRAME £445 by AR CA
OX H O RN LO N G OVA L B OW L £ 50 by A B B E Y H O RN
T R A PE Z I UM S HA PE D L I G HT E R £ 2 7 5 by A R CA
Gallery Vibes D
iscerning but familiar, monochrome artwork fulfils so many different requirements: both statement and there-but-not-there;
respected by critic and beginner collector alike; on-trend yet trendtranscending, making it the most versatile artwork to have. UNLO CK E XCLU S IVE CON T E N T WIT H T H E LU XD E C O A P P
S H OWN: ONLY YOU OIL ON CAN VAS £1 ,1 95 by P ICTOCLU B
M O N O C H RO M E C O RA L P RIN TS SE T £ 8 50 by E IC H H O LTZ
B&W PR I NTS COLLE CT ION II £650 by E ICHH OLT Z
SH A D OW H O RSE A RTWO RK £ 1 , 500 by TROW B RID GE
DI V ER A RT WORK £1,075 by T ROWBRID G E
H ID D E N H IP P O A RTWO RK £ 540 by TROW B RID GE
Behind the Brand
L’Objet I
nspired by the Mediterranean, its great artisans and venerable crafting traditions, luxury decor brand L’Objet has accelerated the quest for exquisite
home finds. Putting an end to the once arduous hunt for truly unique accessories, the brand hands the world a treasure map to its vault of exceptional dinnerware, tabletop accents, home fragrances and more – all created with the finest materials and by the hands of master artisans from start to finish. U N LOCK E XCLU SIVE CO N TE N T W ITH TH E LU X D E C O A P P
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My goal is to design beautiful objects that make you dream and travel.
Elad Yifrach – the brand’s founder – enjoyed a successful
department store Bergdorf Goodman.” The store manager
career as an interior designer in Beverly Hills before
wanted the pieces straight away, of course, and the rest
establishing L’Objet in 2004. A bona fide globetrotter,
is history.
obsessed by the natural beauty, elegant architecture and culture of the world’s greatest civilizations, the
It was porcelain that really excited Elad in the beginning.
Israel-born creative realised that no one was translating
Eager to take inspiration from and improve upon
this beauty into functional, luxurious objects, so he set
traditional techniques, he appealed the world’s finest
himself the task of filling this void.
workshops to join him in his pursuit to use porcelain in pioneering ways. “That won’t work,” was the initial
After months of exploration, trial and error, and before
response but, through passion and perseverance, Elad
even giving himself a chance to print his first business
succeeded in shattering convention and took the material
cards, Elad explains, “I flew with my first collection in my
into a new realm, giving it unique forms and high-shine
luggage to New York in order to present my designs to the luxury
finishes previously unheard of in the industry.
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L A R G E PE R L É E VAS E £ 1 5 0 by L’O B J E T
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More than ten years on, the brand is still the
by nodding to ancient Chinese aesthetics from the
forerunner in porcelain artistry and also specialises
Han dynasty, the tones and textures of the Byzantine
in a range of other precious materials, from 24-carat
Empire or the ocean’s striking coral forms.
gold and platinum to Limoges porcelain and Swarovski crystals.
Quality is the brand’s mantra and drives the unrivalled level of craftsmanship it never fails to
Impeccable materials, though always impressive,
attain. Look to the dinnerware from the Byzanteum
are to be expected from a luxury brand, so what is
collection, for example. A plaster mould so intricate
it about L’Objet’s pieces that really sets them apart?
and refined that it could only yield a maximum of
The distinctive designs are a beautiful balancing act
15 pieces (standard fine porcelain moulds produce
that stimulate the senses, evoke memories and inspire
around 150) is used to create extraordinary mosaic-
moods like no other. Rich in history yet thoroughly
like detailing. And, naturally, L’Objet artisans draw
modern, the creations juxtapose an old-world
on fine jewellery making techniques to create its
charm with the most innovative crafting techniques.
metal collections, hand-soldering premium metals,
Colourful and contoured, every piece is designed
setting crystals by hand and paying the utmost
to draw the eye yet satisfy the touch with braided
attention to the detail and beauty of closures on
designs, smooth finishes and hammered textures.
trinket boxes and photo frames.
The brand’s collections explore powerful colour
“Few have explored, as we have, the rich potential of
palettes – think malachite green, coral red and lapis
incorporating distinctive, precious materials into functional
lazuli blue – and, unsurprisingly, showcase a generous
works of art,” says Elad, “Things like these contribute to the
dose of metallic hues. (Elad enriches his creations
character of a magical life.” So, what’s next for a brand
with a luxurious lick of 24-carat gold – three
that has conquered such a brilliant feat? It’s suspected
coatings, in fact, to achieve that perfect glow.)
that, for as long as great architecture lives, natural beauty endures and the world spins, L’Objet will
When it comes to decorative touches, the brand
continue to make life all the more magical.
makes countless considered references, whether it’s
L E F T: CO R A L L E T T E R O PE NE R £ 8 5 by L’O B J E T
B L ACK HO R S E B O O K E ND £ 3 4 5 by L’O B JET
CO R A L MAG NI F Y I NG G L AS S £ 8 5 by L’O B J E T
W HI T E HO R S E B O O K E ND £ 3 4 5 by L’O B JET
B R A I D S I LV E R F R A ME £ 1 1 0 by L’O B J E T
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Deco Dining B
oth graphic and classically inspired Art Deco motifs offer a stylish reference for a cultured table. Crisp arcs – reminiscent of the sweeping lines of 1920s
decorative arts – outline pure white plates whilst modern interpretations are inspired by starry midnight skies and rimmed with 24-carat gold. UNLO CK E XCLUS I V E CO NT E NT W I T H T HE LUX DE CO A PP
S H OW N: A R C DI NNE R WA R E F R O M £ 5 0 by R I CHA R D B R E NDO N
G O L D CUT L E RY S E T £ 65 by MA R CHE SA F O R L ENOX
SAT UR N DI NNE R WA R E S E T £ 1 ,0 2 5 by PO R CE L
MI ST R E S S DI S H £ 1 95 by K E L LY W E A R ST L ER
BY Z A NT I UM T E A S E T F R O M £ 2 2 by L’O B J E T
G O L D L I NE N COAST E R S S E T £ 2 1 0 by A ER I N
Obje�s of Desire
Abstract Expressions F
rom the studio of popular British artist Ben Lowe comes Out To Lunch (2015) – the newest installment in
the artist’s oeuvre of emotionally charged abstract creations. Featuring a nearly indistinguishable bustling London scene, the original oil painting is characteristic of Lowe’s very personal connection with his subject. “London's energy and magnitude never ceases to excite and inspire me,” the creative explains. The work’s use of a subtle palette, favouring texture and energetic brushstrokes instead, draws the viewer’s attention to their interpretation of the scene, making it a thought-provoking piece. UNLO CK E XCLUS I V E CO NT E NT W I T H TH E LUXDECO AP P
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O UT TO LUNCH O I L O N CA NVAS £ 5 ,0 00 by B EN LOWE
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Ceramic Renaissance M
ixed ceramics is a winning look this season as the delicate material begins its revival. Reactive glazes
and painterly finishes in both vibrant and pastel tones offset shapely silhouettes and graceful finials to romantic effect. UNLO CK E XCLUS I V E CO NT E NT W I T H T HE LUX DE CO A PP
S H OWN: C ELESTI A L JAR VAS E £1 95 by JOHN -RICHARD
D RE A M Y B LU E VASE £ 23 0 by JO H N -RIC H A RD
TA LL C ERAMIC JAR £65 by LU XD E CO
M OTH E R O F P E A RL GIN GE R JA R £ 1 05 by LU X D E C O
WATER FA L L T E MPLE JAR £1 1 5 by LU XD E CO
PA IR O F FAW N SC U L P TU RE S £ 3 50 by LU X D E C O
GR EEN R EACT IVE JAR VAS E £31 5 by JOHN -RICHARD
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How To
Create a Show Home Bed 1. Stock the basics. You’ll need: a luxurious down duvet (one that can be adjusted seasonally is even better), a top and bottom sheet, a duvet set (paying attention to both thread count and the material composition of the yarn), a bedspread and matching shams, a throw and decorative cushions. 2. Create a beautiful foundation with a neutral backdrop of superior quality linens which never go out of style. Layer fluffy pillows in multiple rows for that inviting bedtime look. 3. Add colour and texture to your perfectly made foundation by including finishing accents. A woven or plain throw and patterned cushions are additions that can be changed seasonally so step outside of the safe zone and try something new and interesting. U N LOCK E XCLU S IVE CO N TE N T W ITH TH E LU X D E C O A P P
RIGHT: KIN GSTON BE D £4,1 90 by T U RN P O ST D RIFT CU SH ION £95 by LU XD E C O COAST D IAMON D RU G £959 by K ATH E RIN E CA RN A BY
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CA NNE S S I LV E R TA B L E L A MP £ 7 2 0 by A E R I N
G R O S V E NO R L I NE N CUS HI O N £ 4 9. 95 by LUXDECO
HE NL E Y B E DS I DE TA B L E £ 995 by LUXDE CO
DR I F T CUS HI O N £ 95 by LUXDE CO
S CA L A CAS HME R E T HR OW £ 7 99 by OY UNA
Q UI LT E D T HR OW CUS HI O N £ 60 by LUX DECO
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