and back several times a year). And, like a passionate student, she does considerable homework. “I do a lot of research on a product,” she explains. “I find out which company produces the best quality and if they have a reliable export division where English is spoken. Communication is important. It’s not just a matter of choosing a product. You have to look at the entire package. “One of the ranges I finalised in Europe this year was Promemoria. I first saw them in London two years ago and loved their refined yet hand-touched look. It’s a very sophisticated, contemporary collection. I believe they are the finest furniture manufacturers in the world, a belief reinforced for me when Hermès selected them as the manufacturer of their recently released furniture range. “I visited the factory near Lake Como and was incredibly impressed. Pure form, exquisite craftsmanship and intense attention to every detail. We have sold several pieces to discerning clients from their catalogue already and now I’ll have some Promemoria settings on the floor of our Parnell showroom later this year. The collection includes furniture, lighting and accessories.” She adds, “Our approach has always been to choose ranges that dovetail into each other and that are not in competition, so over
Opposite page: The Budapest Sofa made in Italy by Baxter. Top Left: Larchmont Dining Table and Carmel Dining Chairs by Barbara Barry for Baker. Top Right: Deborah Cavit, Managing Director, Cavit & Co. Left: The Athens Lounge Chair from the new collection by Thomas Pheasant for Baker. www.cavitco.com
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