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december 2016

A week in the life of Claire O’Brien Culinary delight at the heart of the home Oliver Burns’ designs for a luxury duplex apartment Diary dates: January Furniture Show and Great Hospitality

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Welcome to the December issue of in.Design!

Once your Christmas shopping is out of the way, why not plan your show visits for the new year? The January Furniture show is at the neC on 22nd to 25th, and if you create interiors for the pub, hotel and restaurant industries, you can double up on your visit for the great Hospitality show, running from 23rd to 25th January.

On p12, head of design at British Ceramic Tile Claire O’Brien takes us through a week in her life, explaining how she collaborates with iconic UK designers to create their extensive range of unique and inspirational tiles.

Whether you’re a chef or not, it seems that a gorgeous kitchen is top of everyone’s wish-list! On p22 we are look at some truly aspirational designs to encourage the most hesitant cook to break out the baking trays!

in in.Brief, Oliver Burns’ senior interior Designer Rebecca Park describes how they approached the transformation of a duplex apartment on behalf of developer Amazon Property - see the stunning result on p28.

And finally, following the annual event in november, the winner of the BiiD student Design Challenge 2016 is announced as the team from the University of Hertfordshire; read all about them on p36.

so that just leaves all of us here at in.Design to wish you a very Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy 2017!

Juliet Davies editor juliet@indesignmagazine.co.uk

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A look ahead to the Great Hospitality Show

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in.SHOW

The January Furniture Show offers ideas for every interiors scheme

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in.HER LIFE

Claire O’Brien describes a week of detailed design

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in.VOGUE

These kitchen recipes have more than a pinch of stunning!

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in.BRIEF

Rebecca Park of Oliver Burns creates a truly gorgeous London duplex

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The Student Challenge winners are announced

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FROnt COVER IMaGE: Stunning home at The Park Crescent, created by Oliver Burns (see p28)

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Raise A Glass!

In 2017 the UK’s largest exhibition for foodservice and hospitality returns with a brand new name and a remit of celebrating greatness in our industry – The Great Hospitality Show is at the NEC Birmingham, from 23rd to 25th January

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his time around, the show is strengthened by a team of dedicated Ambassadors, representing the many facets of the industry-at-large. Confirmed so far are highly respected chef and champion of kitchen skills Cyrus Todiwala OBE, Michelinstarred restaurateur Andreas Antona, and Mike Coldicott, director of kitchen design pioneers Tricon. Each will be involved in passionate debates and events in and around the show throughout the three days.

Visitors can pre-register for the Great Hospitality Show 2017 now at www. hospitalityshow.co.uk/register-interest, and follow on Twitter @HospShow. wwww.hospitalityshow.co.uk

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Elsewhere, the highly successful Mentor Programme returns to the fold to help visitors overcome business challenges of all kinds. Sessions will be split by specific topics, including, amongst others Menu Development, Marketing, Skills, and Art Consultancy, with expert mentors on hand to cover each chosen field.

“Key attractions such as the Business Briefing Stage will yet again welcome insight, debate and discussion on the most relevant topics and trends making the headlines,” explained Toby Wand, MD, Fresh Montgomery – organisers of the Great Hospitality Show 2017. “All of this is underpinned by a breadth of class-leading exhibitors from the core fields of interiors, tableware, food and drink, technology, catering equipment and careers.”

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The January Furniture Show (Birmingham NEC, January 22-25 2017) plays host to some of the biggest and best names in the furniture and furnishings industry – showcasing everything from cabinet furniture, upholstery and beds to soft furnishings, flooring and giftware

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n this issue, JFS sits Nichola Bell – sales director at Westbridge, one of Britain’s leading upholstery companies – on the couch to discover what’s the best thing about exhibitions, how the referendum result has affected the industry and what shoes will be on her feet…

What’s your role at Westbridge?

I am the sales director mainly looking after our independent retailers.

How long have you been going to the show at the NEC in January?

We are probably still considered ‘new boys’ as we have only been exhibiting at the NEC in January since 2010, and always in Hall 1.

What’s the best thing about it?

For me, it has to be one of the best weeks of the working year. The mixture of anticipation, excitement and often a large dose of stress is such a thrilling experience.

It’s great to see all of our customers under one roof, and nothing can beat the buzz of taking orders when our customers love our products. Love love love it!

When do your first start planning for the show?

We probably seriously start to get our heads down in September, but it is never far from our thoughts any time after July really.

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Obviously we try and keep our plans a surprise before the show, but in usual Westbridge style there is guaranteed to be plenty of newness!

Has the referendum result affected your plans for the show?

Westbridge, as with many other manufacturers, has been affected by the currency fluctuations following the referendum but we are full steam ahead for the show.

How upbeat are you feeling about trade and the economy at the moment?

We are actually feeling quite confident at the moment – perhaps Brexit will give

British manufacturers an edge over our foreign competitors. Let’s all just get our heads down and get making and selling great furniture.

How do you typically spend your evenings while at the show?

Now that will usually involve a glass of something cold and bubbly (especially if we have had a good result). I’d like to say we all go out partying but we have usually walked and talked so much during the day that we typically enjoy a nice meal, a bit of team banter and off to bed.

and do smart or comfortable feet matter most to you during the show?

Is asking a lady how many shoes she owns on a par with asking her age?! Well, I don’t count my shoes as I’m sure that’s bad luck or something. I’d like to say I go for glamour at the start then end up dreaming about my slippers by the end!

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What do you do to recover after it?

A jolly good massage on my next day off!

How many pairs of shoes do you take;

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A Week In The Life Of Claire O’Brien Head of design at British Ceramic Tile, Claire O’Brien has always loved design. An interest in the arts throughout high school sparked a life long passion to work in the creative industry and a career designing products that will adorn walls and floors for years to come

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ith over 20 years of experience in wallpaper design, Claire switched rolls of paper for ceramic and porcelain in 2010 joining leading ceramic and glass tile manufacturer, British Ceramic Tile. The driving force behind the company’s design team, Claire has been instrumental in positioning design, flair and innovation at the heart of the business.

gathering all I need in preparation for the commute to work. With the business having three sites in London, Devon and West Yorkshire, every Monday can be different and involve a whole new adventure. Today begins at the Northern Hub with a coffee and croissant for good measure.

Drawing inspiration from across Europe, Claire’s passion and enthusiasm for pushing the boundaries of design has resulted in tiles becoming much more than a practical necessity. Today tiles are a statement; a wall and floor covering with maximum impact transforming luxury developments and hotels across the UK. Collaborations with iconic UK designers such as Laura Ashley, Studio Conran, the V&A, and global lifestyle brand Ted Baker are also some of Claire’s shining moments, bringing British style and creativity to the forefront of the industry.

Monday The day starts early. It is usually a blur of getting my son ready for school, whilst

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14 : in.HER LIFE Monday mornings are full of meetings, discussing our manufacturing pipeline and our new product plan for 2017. Working with colleagues from our marketing and product development teams we sit in our ‘Think Tank’ discussing priorities and exclusive new tiles for a number of new bespoke projects. Today we’re discussing ideas for large format porcelain and how we can use this to tap into the latest design trends.

The War Room is an emporium of products, visual ideas and inspiration. It’s a creative treasure trove filled with tiles from our diverse portfolio together with development ideas. I spend a lot of time in front of the products, pairing them with other tiles and swapping and changing until the perfect look is achieved. It’s not just about the individual design of each tile, but also finding what works well together.

Until I check the time, I hadn’t realised I spent the majority of my afternoon doing this. Time flies when you’re having fun!

Tuesday My design-focused role is certainly reflected in my office. Well I call it an office; it’s more like a workshop! Trend boards line the walls and magazines cover the floor like carpet.

This is the time of the year where my focus is dedicated to predicting the trends for the year to come. As head of design, not only do I need to be one step ahead of the trends, I need to live and breathe them. I leaf through top end magazines, and review notes from the last three design exhibitions visited including Decorex and Cersaie looking at what colours, textures and materials will feature in interior design next year.

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The London Hub I also review developments within the fashion industry. A fashionista I am not, but with the catwalks so often influencing the trends we see within interiors, it’s vital that I keep my finger on the pulse.

of the key trends that we can expect. The Art Deco era is returning; I like to think of it as the Great Gatsby redefined. It’s a look that will translate effortlessly to hotels and restaurants next year.

Today is a truly creative day, a time when I can move work aside and indulge my love of design. In the afternoon I have a meeting with a freelance interior designer and good friend of mine to share our thoughts and feelings on the trends ahead.

We bounce ideas around, challenge each other’s convictions, and begin to refine some

Wednesday I’m currently on the 6am train to our London Hub, which launched during Clerkenwell Design Week in May. We’re giving a talk on trends to the A&D community, and holding an open Q&A session. These events are planned once a quarter bringing together designers, architects and media in an

informal, relaxed environment.

The London Hub is dedicated to the specification side of the business. More than just a tile showroom, the London Hub is a creative space where customers can visit to meet with our sales and design team. As well as showcasing our latest portfolio, the Hub features a trend wall, which is where I bring together key looks for our customers.

We also have a history wall that charts the business through its 100-year transformation. We’re very proud of

18 : in.HER LIFE our UK manufacturing roots and our commitment to using only the finest quality materials sourced locally. Our British provenance is something that resonates with our specification customers who are increasingly looking to buy British.

I always thoroughly enjoy my time in London and visit as often as I can to meet with fellow designers, with today involving a quick trip to Ted Baker so we can look at new introductions for 2017. I love visiting the brands we collaborate with and seeing their creative environment. Then it’s back to Euston; home time.

Thursday I’m back in the Northern Hub with the priority being our marketing activities. We have a fantastic marketing team who I work closely with to bring products to market.

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Full of ideas and enthusiasm, the first call of the day is with the specification marketing team. We debrief following our seminar yesterday and the steps we need to take as a result to ensure our events go from strength to strength. Trends are next on the agenda. I discuss my predictions for the year ahead and the key looks we’ll see filter through to the house build market and A&D community.

We offer a bespoke service to many of our specification customers taking their brief and delivering tiles that suit the individual nature of their project, meaning our sales and marketing team need to be fully briefed on the latest trends and developments.

After lunch, I have a conference call with our manufacturing unit in Devon who I liaise closely with on a weekly basis. Our regular calls are an opportunity to discuss all

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Friday If there is any regularity to my working week, it has to be Fridays. I usually work from home, as this allows for maximum concentration and reflection. It gives me time to evaluate the activities of the week and plan for next. I spend time researching all matters of pattern and decoration, and how they will influence our design schemes.

It’s also more of a family day for me. I’m a

busy working mum, so Friday is my time to do the school run. I’m ready for this weekend and hope to have some time to go to the gym and take my son out for the day.

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Explore 3D! A design show with a difference! 3D Printing: The Good, The Bad and The Beautiful is at the National Centre for Craft & Design (NCCD), from Sat 28th January to Sun 23rd April 2017

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n partnership with the University of Lincoln, the national Centre for Craft & Design presents a thought provoking exhibition exploring 3D printing technology. the Good, the Bad and the Beautiful celebrates innovation, poses ethical questions, and considers the future of the manufacturing process. the exhibition is an immersive experience including light, sound and touch and is part of an ongoing research study by the University of Lincoln into accessibility for visually impaired audiences.

to the future of medicine – a complete ‘working synthetic cardio/pulmonary system.’

Visitors can also try on a pair of 3D printed glasses and take their own good, bad or beautiful selfie in our photo booth with props made by acclaimed 3Doodler artist, Grace Du prez and our young peoples group, Creative Young minds.

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Visitors can experience the innovative political, social and environmental aspects of 3D printing. the show highlights that whilst the process is opening up new creative possibilities for makers, the technology also raises other complex questions such as the role of designer and maker, authorship and our relationships with objects, customisation and mass production. the Good, the Bad and the Beautiful is an immersive experience that includes light, sound and touch to create new levels of accessibility for audiences with different needs.

Show highlights include exquisite pieces by michael Eden who is interested in combining technology with craft skills; examples of Danit peleg’s ‘print your own wardrobe’ fashion concept, as well as outstanding examples of the technology in relation

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Cupboard Love Each kitchen is as individual as the meals cooked up in it! We bring you some stunning examples of what is rightly seen as the heart of the home

The new Madoc range from Masterclass Kitchens

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ven in this technological age, with access to a wide range of exotic manmade materials and smart appliances, there is one kitchen style that still remains king, the traditional kitchen. But why does this traditional style still remain the number one choice?

Sleek and modern designs aren’t for everyone, with many tending to be designed around an individual’s taste and aesthetic preferences rather than overall function. Something that was new and on trend a couple of years ago may not necessarily be on trend now or in the future.

Over the past decade we have seen a big resurgence in traditional design, not just in the kitchen but across the whole home.

The traditional combination of natural stone and solid timber cabinetry tend to have more longevity than modern designs because they embrace the basic form and function needed in the home.

Materials often used in traditional kitchen designs include natural stone such as granite (see www.mayfairgranite.co.uk), marble and limestone for worktops and flooring, while cabinets are generally made from solid timber instead of composite materials.

Modern cutting equipment now means that granite and marble can be cut into a wide array of shapes to suit any kitchen design.

Together, these natural materials create a strong and durable space perfect for a busy kitchen environment.

Just because natural materials are being used doesn’t mean that the finished result will be dull and unimaginative; granite and marble are available in a range of different colours and timber cabinets can be stained or painted to match any kitchen theme.

The Classic English Kitchen is deVOL’s bespoke range of traditional Georgian furniture (www.devolkitchens.co.uk), handmade in the same way for 25 years.

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Daval’s British Henley Kitchen Furniture Collection but really substantial kitchen shown. The big Aga makes the room feel homely and friendly, and the glazed dresser is more than enough storage for a large family.

The oak framed barn that makes up the kitchen was renovated from an old derelict cow shed; the room has a traditional feel to it but the simplicity of the colours and the lack of clutter and over-styling has made it feel very modern too.

The island is three meters long but has an open feel, which gives it elegance and function, a perfect combination in a kitchen.

The honed black granite-topped double cupboards either side of the Aga are perfect

for pots and pans both inside and on top, whilst the soft dark paintwork, deVOL Aged Brass Taps and subtle ‘Bella Brass’ door furniture look classic and understated; a combination of new and old styling and design in just the right quantities.

Masterclass Kitchens (www. masterclasskitchens.co.uk) has launched a new trend-setting range, Madoc, which invites creativity through the mixing and matching of colours and tones.

A versatile style that will stand the test of time, Madoc has a beautiful vertical grain that brings warmth and character to the kitchen. The grained structure is present on

both the front and back of the flat slab door, which also has matching edges for a quality finish where the small details matter.

Madoc is available in seven colours – Chalkwood (shown), Border Oak, Manhattan, Mayfield Oak, Portland Oak, Terra and Tuscan Walnut. The range encourages creativity, and can be combined in various ways or mixed with other finishes to create a bespoke design.

Fulfilling the latest desire for painted interiors, Daval (www.daval-furniture. co.uk) presents their instinctively British Henley Kitchen Furniture Collection; a classic contemporary design, inspired by the

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In terms of the painted kitchen, trends are moving away from the chunkier profiles and looking to slim, thinner contouring that are allowing Shaker-style doors and slab drawer combinations to maintain classical proportions with a modern look and feel.

Instead, new and modern painted doors are coming to the fore as they have the ability to work across all types of kitchen design, even handle-less.

Shown here in the new grey finish called Pebble, Henley by Daval features a onepiece shaker door with a smooth painted finish. Its pocketed end panels add a classic sophistication and perfectly finish off a run of kitchen units. In addition, the L-shaped

pelmet option is a unique feature of Henley, specifically designed for use under cabinetry and create a decorative framework to your furniture.

Recently launched kitchen brand VIRTU (www.virtukitchens.uk) has introduced a Shaker-style range of doors to its new collection in the ARTISAN family.

Comprising three door styles, ARTISAN offers some timeless designs characterised by the simplicity of the Shaker-style door frontal yet fused with the latest cabinet technology for hard working, high performance modern kitchens.

Like a skilled artisan, the new Shaker-style Virtu kitchen furniture ranges are a result of fine craftsmanship, combining high quality

British-built rigid cabinets with Italiandesigned doors and high specification Vauth Sagel and Hettich cabinet accessories.

Solid quartz worktops from Silestone and contemporary lighting from both Leyton and Sensio complete the picture.

The three door styles, Natura, Liberty and Harmony (shown), each offer something different to the consumer. All available in a beautiful range of painted colour finishes, the three fascias allow for a level of personalisation with painted shades ranging from neutral greys to bolder blues and calming greens.

Whether your client simply watches Bake Off, or could win Masterchef, almost everyone agrees that a gorgeous kitchen is the crowning glory to any home!

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Park Life Oliver Burns is a leading super-prime interior design practice that thoughtfully designs the world’s finest homes. From prestigious super-prime developments to luxurious private homes, the company specialises in creating exceptional properties for a discerning clientele, each of which reflects the company’s core value of ‘Thoughtful Luxury.’

With a degree in interior design and Master’s degree in interior architecture, Rebecca Park joined Oliver Burns in 2010. Now Senior Interior Designer at the company, she specialises in designing worldclass interiors that marry quintessential British tradition with the ultimate in luxurious modern living.

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liver Burns was commissioned by developer Amazon Property to design a 3,304 sq ft threebedroom duplex apartment at The Park Crescent – a landmark scheme in London’s only Royal Crescent, which neighbours Regent’s Park.

With our extensive super-prime design experience, we were brought in to add value to the property by creating a complete luxury turnkey apartment. Underpinned by our brand values centred around ‘Thoughtful Luxury,’ the brief for the design was very much driven by the iconic location of the Crescent including the Georgian frontage designed by John Nash. Our goal was to unite the inside and out, through the vast double-height windows. With the original layout demolished, the new spaces we were presented with felt very contemporary in contrast to the façade. Our vision was to create a home that felt part of the building’s inherent qualities, becoming a modern

interpretation of its traditional values through design.

There is a certain challenge that comes with merging the old and the new; in this case, our focus was on seamlessly blending the classical Nash frontage with the modern interior architecture of the building. The lower floor incorporates lots of glass and a contemporary staircase, so it was interesting to work out how to perfectly balance these features with the traditional elements of the high ceilings and full-height period windows of the façade.

To be blessed with such high ceilings in the key spaces was a dream. This created the opportunity for us to choose some real statement lighting that truly enhanced the luxurious modern living experience we wanted to create.

The development was very much an exercise in the remodelling of an

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Low contemporary furniture contrasts with the full-height windows

30 : in.BRIEF existing building, and this was a process we needed to continue – establishing the connection between the old and the new through the interior design. Although it wasn’t a difficulty as such, it was certainly a challenge and one that was vital to get right for the scheme to be a success.

It is important to us that spaces work not only on an aesthetic level, but also from a functional point of view. To make sure this was the case in the apartment, we needed to move electrical fittings and lights to accommodate the layouts we implemented in the design. This always flags certain issues associated with existing architectural features or wiring, but we addressed these without compromising on the design.

Although beautiful, the curved staircase meant it was quite a tight square to manoeuvre some of the furniture down to the lower floor - however we managed and got there in the end!

The proximity to Regent’s Park was a key inspiration for the design. The double height reception space features spectacular floorto-ceiling windows which overlook the park, so we wanted to use these to enhance the sense of bringing the outdoors in. Starting with the colour palette, we chose a selection of natural, subtle colours to act as a base for the stronger accents of sage and pewter, which reflect the different hues of the surroundings.

The lower floor incorporates lots of glass and a contemporary staircase

We incorporated nods to nature throughout the apartment in an understated way, to fit with the sophisticated, elegant feel we wanted to create. We chose Armani Casa wallpaper which featured a leaf-like pattern, and designed a bespoke geometric rug – the linear shapes mirror the types of patterns

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An antique mirror forms the backdrop of a bespoke floor-to-ceiling bookshelf that form in the natural world.

The Crescent itself consists of elegant stuccoed terraced houses which form a semicircle, and a few of the pieces we chose embody this curved form. These help to soften the contemporary edges of the interior architecture, which was also balanced by more linear contemporary furniture choices.

Often, bookcases are overlooked when it comes to what is put on them. At Oliver Burns, we always style and curate our bookcases – the end result should look

effortlessly chic, yet reflect the overall design and tell a story about the residents’ life. There’s certainly an art to styling bookshelves.

For the main reception room, we used an antique mirror for the backdrop of a bespoke floor-to-ceiling bookshelf. The style of the mirror contrasts with the joinery, which is in dark oak and bronze metal, to create a striking focal point of the room. We then gradually layered an eclectic selection of classic books, objects and art to complete the look. The bookshelf turned out to be one my favourite pieces in the apartment – I

love how the antiqued mirror plays with the vertical proportions of the room and helps to widen and open out the space.

The reception space also has wonderfully high ceilings, so we chose low, contemporary furniture, such as a sofa from Poliform, to contrast with the double height space and full-height windows.

In the study, we wanted to bring in a more masculine sense of style, so chose a Ralph Lauren pinstriped wallpaper that emulates the stripe of a classic gents’ suit.

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34 : in.BRIEF feel, we incorporated a rich mahogany desk and matching shelving unit, alongside monochrome houndstooth accessories.

Aside from the positive reaction from the client - which is always so important - one of the most rewarding parts for me on any project is experiencing the complete journey from concept to completion. It is a hugely satisfying feeling to watch the transformation of a building – there is something special about seeing it realise its full potential on the inside, creating a home that not only feels just right, but that functions in a way that supports the needs of its residents.

The statement crystal chandelier that hangs above the staircase is a favourite design piece of mine. Completely bespoke, we designed the cascading, looped shape to echo the organic sweeping curve of the staircase. It’s a beautiful structure to look at from all angles, and makes a real architectural statement when seen from below.

Another favourite is the pair of swivel chairs in the study, which physically move in a semi-circular shape – again, we wanted to bring the curves of the Crescent into the space, as well as add a playful element to what is traditionally quite a serious room.

Throughout the apartment we use a subtle play on texture, and I think the master suite dressing table was particularly successful.

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The high ceilings allowed the lighting to really make a statement

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Hertfordshire Win Student Challenge The winner of this year’s BIID Student Design Challenge 2016 is the team from the University of Hertfordshire.

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eld in November at De Montfort University’s impressive new School of Art and Design building in Leicester, the event was a one-day, charrettestyle competition, designed to inspire collaborative team work and offer valuable experience of responding to a design brief, planning ideas and honing presentation technique.

This year’s brief focused on the global refugee crisis and the urgent need for temporary accommodation across the UK. The brief challenged the competing teams to redesign a space in De Montfort University’s School of Art and Design, as temporary refugee accommodation for 60 people.

Teams had just six hours to develop a proposal, before presenting their CAD-free designs to a judging panel led by BIID President Susie Rumbold, and made up of experts in the field who have first-hand experience of living in a refugee camp. The judges were looking for a design solution that met the brief and demonstrated creativity, problem solving and team work.

The winning team from the University of Hertfordshire

After much deliberation, the judges – Susie Rumbold, Colleen Molloy, Mark Salama, and Malka Al Haddad Malka – cast their vote on the design credentials of each submission, as well as the individual input and group work of each team. The University of Hertfordshire team were mentored by BIID member Ciara Langley of Harriet Anstruther Studio, and were judged to have created the most innovative proposal, with the

University of Lincoln team being named as Runner Up. www.biid.org.uk

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