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Exemplary, In Every Detail Always wanted a stunning new home designed to your every specification, in a beautiful setting of your choice? Then you should consider speaking to Octagon’s Bespoke division, which has been creating award-winning properties for more than 35 years.

Octagon has become the leader in its field by specifying the finest materials, fixtures and fittings. This applies to every detail, from hand-made bricks and marble floors to custom-designed cabinetry and spectacular bespoke-built staircases.

To discover how you could fulfil your dream, call Octagon on 020 8481 7500 or email johnp@octagon.co.uk

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Design News The latest from the world of interior design Books Kit Kemp’s ‘Every Room Tells a Story’ Decorex Review Jim Evans of Uber interiors looks back at this year’s interiors show Fabrics & Wallpapers New collections from Osbourne & Little, Jane Churchill, Altfield, Abigail Edwards and Urban Living Design Trends Arash Yaraghi discusses the popularity of tufted rugs, Peter Sallick celebrates 19th Century design, Wayne Clark gives advice on how to sleep in style Kitchens Kitchens from Rastelli Cucine, Podesta, Cue & Co and Officine Gullo Lighting Tigermoth Lighting’s Silver Chain Maxi pendant, Mr light’s fivearmed chandelier, Valerie Wade’s SIMLA Lamps and more Rugs & Flooring New designs from Roger Oates, Wendy Morrison, Deirdre Dyson, Loomah and more Bathrooms New collections from Cathcpole & Rye, Domicilio Furnishings, Maison Valentina, Matki and more On Top of the World perched on a South African clifftop is an ultra modern house that is a marvel of precision engineering - a glass box that is fit for a James Bond movie London Design Project Church chic in Knightsbridge Inspired by Casa Cayman with stunning views out over the Pacific, this traditional Mexican home with a Palapa living room at its heart has geological treasures woven into its fabric Cover story: The covered terrace is comfortably furnished with round wicker chairs, designed

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THE BROGAN CHAIR by Leather furniture manufacturer Hancock & Moore features a traditional-style wooden frame upholstered with a mocha zebra hair-on-hide exterior, and a quilted leather interior. This refined look exudes a wild vibe for seating that really ‘roars’ with style. www.hancockandmoore.com

THE EXOTIC image of butterflies flying wild and free was the inspiration for Koket’s Nymph Chandelier. The elegant movement of this feminine animal is captured in a whimsical and delicate artisan piece with gold butterflies flying all around the central brass structure in this luxury lighting solution. www.bykoket.com

EXQUISITE DESIGNS by The Heritage Wardrobe Company backed by a dependable team of professionals, each bespoke wardrobe is beautifully crafted to a client’s exact specification and painted in a colour of their choosing.

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THIS SETTING from the popular Biltmore Collection by Fine Furniture Design embraces George and Edith Vanderbilt’s comfortable approach to gracious living for which they were so well known. Each piece draws on the timeless beauty of the treasures found throughout George Vanderbilt’s travels throughout Europe and the world. T: 001 336 883 9918 | www.biltmorefinefurniture.com

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PALM BEACH Royal Lounge Chair from the Richard Frinier Collection for Century shown with resort white Sailcloth fabrics from Sunbrella also designed by Richard Frinier www.centuryfurniture.com/frinier

DAVID HARBER’s award-winning Chalice redefines the relationship between fixed and moving sculptural forms. Made of two mirror-polished stainless steel hemispheres, water overflows from the Chalice’s outer rim and, via surface tension, continues to conform to its side. T: +44 (0) 123 5859300 | www.davidharber.com

BITANGRA’S FURNITURE pieces are a bright and modern twist on stained glass, brought to life by the hands of master artisans. Each piece is a tribute to the ancient tradition of hand painted glass tiles, and are created to complement the decoration of any interior setting. www.bitangra.com 26

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BESPOKE SOFA LONDON strive to create unique and desirable handcrafted furniture, using the finest materials and craftsmanship. Using luxury fabrics and blending traditional with modern techniques, creating some of the most beautiful handcrafted furniture available. T: +44 (0) 207 736 9900 | www.bespokesofalondon.co.uk

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DAEDALIAN GLASS STUDIOS, glass makers using etched, fused, cast, slumping, verre églomisé, painting and laminating techniques. Working with Architects and Designers in the interiors industry; with in-house capabilities to manage projects from concept and design development, to sampling, production and installation. www.daedalianglassstudios.com

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AS A COMPANY steeped in rich heritage, Hypnos prides itself on creating bespoke, madeto-measure beds for homes around the world. Its latest Regency Collection offers the ultimate in luxury design and comfort. Only natural, breathable materials have been used in the mattress, ensuring healthy air flow for a truly restful night’s sleep.

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Manufacturers of traditional and contemporary bespoke furniture

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LUXURY, SOPHISTICATION and innovation are three words that can be used to describe Ventique. Their Bespoke projects with Swarovski crystals and glass micro-mosaic tiles create interiors that bring a sense of magnificence and uniqueness to any high end interior.

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The secret of a memorable night’s sleep

Hypnos ‘secretly’ knows that it is a supremely comfortable bed that is at the heart of a truly memorable night’s sleep. With over 100 years experience of making made-to-measure beds, using

ALWAYS IN PURSUIT of beautiful design, Van Peursem Ltd. introduces this contemporary collection made in America. Designed by Michael Vanderbyl, these custom upholstery and occasional designs reflect the vision of the Van Puersem founder Christian Plasman and his modern view of classic forms. T: 001 336 847 6686 | www.vanpeursemltd.com

the finest natural materials, and with a Royally Approved reputation for hand crafting the most comfortable beds in the world, it is no surprise that Hypnos beds and their sublime comfort can be found in the finest homes, palaces and hotels.

T: +44 (0) 1844 348200 | E: designer@hypnosbeds.com www.hypnosbeds.com Hypnos isBridge proud to CarbonDecember Neutral, complying forbeDesign 2015 with BS PAS 2060 Standard.

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THIS STRIKING sofa which also available as a chair will make a great centre piece in any modern styled sitting or cinema room. This style also lends itself to fantastic corner groups and stylish chaise sofas.

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design news Claudio Gianfranceschi opened Villaverde in 2003 and 11 years on he continues to create and introduce exclusive lighting in unique colours and finishes.

Combining traditional techniques with expert craftsmanship, Villaverde offers an impressive range of customised lighting handmade in Italy for interiors worldwide. The Aris metal chandelier shown here (left) is available in various sizes and finishes and is exclusive to Villaverde.

T: +44 (0)207 610 9797 www.villaverdeltd.com

DESIGNED BY Michael Vanderbyl for Van Puersem, the Half Moon sofa has a refined low profile, exceptional comfort and luxurious high back. Made in North Carolina, this fashionable sofa can be built to designer’s specifications and is also available in several finish options as well as a wide variety of fabric and leather selections. T: 001 336 847 6686 | www.vanpeursemltd.com Sofa Workshop make the most beautiful sofa designs using traditional techniques and craftsmanship meaning quality prevails.

Their designs range from contemporary to classic and every style in between. Choose from their exclusive fabric range or from many of the best loved fabric houses. With generous trade discounts they can supply one chair to 100 sofas.

T: +44 (0)800 230 0048 | www.sofaworkshop.com

Bold yet stylish, the Jules cocktail table from Mr and Mrs Howard for Sherrill Furniture shows great imagination and structure. The artisan crafted steel base and patinated verde finish complements the natural Travertine Stone top creating an elegantly inspired design. This handsome 60 inch long table has aroused a great deal of interest from designers and connoisseurs.

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It is hard to fathom beauty in shattered glass until you see how glass artist and sculptor Yorgos Papadopoulos puts this broken medium to work in his sculptural installation for a north London garden.

His artworks take different forms smallscale ‘paintings’ and freestanding or hanging pieces even but the smashed glass creations are particularly successful as large-scale architectural features T: +44 (0)208 885 2029 | www.yorgosglass.com

Urban Living Interiors commissioned textile designer Kit Miles to produce Emperor Damask wallpaper which will cover one huge wall in their showroom in Great Portland Street, during the London Design Festival. His Bird in Chains looks like a classic exotic print but as you look closely at the design you see a surreal, story.

T: +44 (0)207 637 9427 www.urbanlivinginteriors.co.uk

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CLEYNDERT & BARR specialises in the manufacture of free standing furniture, both contemporary and traditional.

Featured piece is the extending dining table in American Black walnut with stored leaf and polished stainless steel inlay to cruciform base. www.cleyndertandbarr.com

THE OCEAN speaks to you in this handsome Oceana buffet from its namesake collection by Alden Parkes which shows off finely sculptured and flowing lines.

With the use of rich book-matched crotch walnut veneers, this stylish stand-alone piece offers an exotic feel. The graceful hardware has a warm Champagne leaf finish. T: 001 904 279 1617 | www.aldenparkes.com

THE CITY COLLECTION by Hurtado puts a lot of emphasis on line and form to provide spaces with energy and elegance. As in all Evolution collections by the company, the visual impact of City shows subtle interplay of geometric shapes, fine quality materials and intricate detailing. A choice of lacquer finishes offers designers several looks from which to choose.

T: 001 336 885 6660 | www.hurtadofurniture.com

Stableford’s lamps are hand-made to order, unique and will rarely be seen elsewhere; a lamp for the truly discerning buyer.

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THE LUXE cocktail table is one of many introductions comprising the newly launched Universal to the Trade collection.

Curated especially for design professionals, this striking design seamlessly marries polished silver feet with a cherry veneer and warm Cappucino finish in a graceful, clean line look. The all encompassing collection includes bedroom, dining, occasional and accent furniture. T: 001 887 804 5535 www.universaltothetrade.com

THE EASTON, a delightful two-drawer rosewood chest, features white lacquer drawers highlighted with brass or nickel pulls. Also available in all white lacquer, this is one of many unusual pieces by Worlds Away, whose intent is to offer the design community a wide variety of items that fit seamlessly into any setting.

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WITH A built-in lazy susan, the Hyedua Circular Dining Table from Jonathan Charles works in both casual and formal dining settings, due to its decorative hyedua veneer, whose distinct wood grain complements a variety of interior styles. Additional details include a raised brass inlay on the tabletop and on the outer rim, and brass caps set on an elegantly curved base. www.jonathancharlesfurniture.com

ART EXPRESSES feeling and thought, without a word spoken. As does artful furniture.

Explore the modern energy and glamour of Bernhardt furniture. Shown here, the nickel-clad Odessa Drawer Cabinet and Roscoe Ottoman in brindled hairon hide. Every Bernhardt piece makes a great first, and last, impression. www.bernhardt.com

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DESIGNER NINA CAMPBELL came across these charming pen and ink and water colour views when she was tidying up her father’s things. They are by her great great uncle, Lieutenant Robert Hely-Hutchinson Keightley who, 150 years ago, was an officer in the British army’s 76th foot regiment posted to a garrison on Malta in the Mediterranean. During the dull evenings in camp he wrote a diary and worked on his sketches and paintings of scenes that surrounded him - harbours and mountain ranges or fishing boats pulled up on the beach. Several dozen of them ended up in a large Morocco-leather album which is where Nina found them. Working with TROWBRIDGE Nina has created two stunning collections in colour and in sepia using these wonderfully evocative images. T: +44 (0)207 371 8733 I www.trowbridgegallery.com

WITH MORE THAN thirty years experience behind them, the Custom Carpet Company are once again showing their expertise with this bold Handtufted Wool rug. With its geometric design and rich colours, it will enhance any domestic or commercial floorspace. www.customcarpetcompany.co.uk 38

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PORCUPINE ROCKS’S QALAKABUSHA SOFA displays images of vibrat, native wildlife floral and geometric patterns. Its solid beech wood frame is crafted to the highest quality. www.porcupinerocks.com

me and my morsø I simply don’t need anything else.

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Take a former RAF engineer and the image of a lobster in its seaside pot and the end result is The Cornish Chair Company’s Lobster Pot chair. Ten years in the making, the 25-legged chair is expertly crafted in kilndried American black walnut and is Creative Director, Richard Hooper’s first design.

T: + 44 (0)172 688 4428 www.thecornishchaircompany.com Design and hotelier maestros Tim and Kit Kemp, owners of Firmdale Hotels have launched their eigth hotel - The Ham Yard Hotel in the heart of Soho, London. The site had been vacant for over 40 years before the duo transformed it into an hotel with a distinctly urban village feel. Each of the 91 spacious bedrooms has been individually designed by Kit and feature her award-winning quirky British style defined by an innovative mix of colour, pattern, texture and art.

T: +44 (0)203 642 2000 | www.firmdalehotels.com

Michaela Schleypen’s latest creation for FRONT London is an evolution of her unique sculptural approach to rug design.

The new Woodheart rug takes on the form of a cross-section of a 100-year-old oak tree.

T: +44 (0)207 495 0740 | www.wearefront.com

Stuart Scott, in partnership with Brosley, has designed The Constructor, a chair that reflects both their passions for detail and precision, quality and comfort with a strong design edge. The Constructor is a ‘thinking chair’ that will not only inspire those from whom it takes its foundations, but also those aspiring builders of a home.

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Timeless Chesterfields has handcrafted traditional Chesterfield furniture in their Lancashire workshop for over 30 years. Each piece is built by hand in a traditional time-honoured way using only the finest raw materials.

T: +44 (0)120 436 8413 www.timelesschesterfields.com

Drawing on their successful careers in the textile industry, Richard Miles and Lincoln Austin of Miles and Lincoln have applied their considerable design talents to their collection of laser cut screens. These stunning screens come in a myriad of patterns, materials, finishes and shapes. They are equally at home in interiors and exteriors and lend an ethereal quality to landscape architecture projects. The team also offers a fully bespoke service to turn any client’s vision into reality.

T: + 44 (0)203 637 0807 | www.milesandlincoln.com

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THE BOSTON PLACE TO FILL T: +44(0)207 610 9597 www.brightsofnettlebed.co.uk

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This lifestyle scene shows a few of the wide array of designs by John-Richard. The selection gathered here depicts how a wall setting can enhance a room and be attractive and practical at the same time. No matter the style, the unifying factors in each piece reflect enduring design and good taste. The Figaro chairs offer the perfect complement to traditional or contemporary decor.

T: 001 662 453 5809 | www.johnrichard.com

TO COINCIDE PLACE TO FILL. www.rochebobois.com

Resistance is futile when it comes to the stunning new collection of decorative accessories from Christopher Guy. In the collection is this new sculptural piece; the elegant ‘Exhaustibilité’, a circle of continuous movement crafted in seamless hand-beaten copper.

T: 001 212 684 2197 | www.christopherguy.com

TAKING ITS iPLACE TO FILL www.grantmacdonald.com

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Celebrating 13 years of design and supply at the very top end of the artificial flower market, RTfact offer a bespoke service to interior designers, property developers and businesses, both in the UK and internationally, supplying stunning faux flower arrangements and greenery to complement a vast range of interior and exterior styles.

T : +44 (0)137 247 0580 www.rtfactflowers.co.uk

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BRITISH INTERIORS accessories brand Lane launch the Beam table lamp. Featuring 32 paper fins that are slotted together to make an elegant and lightweight silhouette, it is a contemporary take on the classic concertina form. www.lanebypost.com

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McCARRON AND COMPANY’s Design Director, Alex Beaugeard says ‘This project carries the new styling hallmarks of our approach to bespoke kitchens and furniture; innovative detailing, rich materials and a mastery of luxury cabinet making. This was all about precision, making sure that the design delivered in terms of specific storage, and also in developing elegant, contemporary detailing to create a sleek finish.’ www.mccarronandco.com

THE ART OF FLAME Phoenix Wharf, Eel Pie Island, Twickenham TW1 3DY Tel: 020 8891 5904 Email: gabrielle.platonic@gmail.com www.platonicfireplaces.co.uk

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ABOVE: The library at the Ham Yard Hotel has a traditional English feel with Kit’s Ozone fabric on the walls, a curated library by Philip Blackwell and a hand-block printed Mrs Monro fabric on the sofa and armchairs.

LEFT: Paintings by late British artist Sandra Blow and a modern chandelier by Gareth Devonald Smith. Large coloured marbles are inserted into the occassional wrought iron balustrade railline.at the entrance to the Ham Yard Hotel.

Every Room Tells a Story

Kit Kemp has been creating exciting and innovative interiors for nearly three decades, in particular with her work as design director for Firmdale hotels which she co-owns with her husband, Tim Kemp.

In her new book Every Room Tells a Story, she showcases her latest projects – including a new build hotel, a Caribbean hideaway, a listed townhouse and a bowling alley – to name but a few.

Inspired by her travels, Kit explains the essence of her bespoke rooms, how contrasting tones and patterns can complement a space and how important it is to have a connecting thread running throughout her unique interiors. Whether she is using organic and natural materials, having a discernible colour palette or mounting significant art forms, her attention to detail knows no bounds.

“Storytelling is at the heart of everything I do,” she says “the stories behind a fabric or an artist are what peaks my curiosity to know

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ABOVE: A base of blue with pops of pink run through from the light-filled drawing room to the master bedroom in the Terrace Suite at the Ham Yard Hotel. A combination of fabrics keep the eye travelling through to the vibrant Tulu fabric on the bedroom’s headboard LEFT: Holly Frean’s doggie miniatures hang above a marble-topped console made in India

more, to weave their meaning into the stories I try to create in a room. It’s what makes a space intriguing beyond being just lovely to look at – it draws you in, captivates your imagination, makes you become part of the narrative rather than standing on the outside simply looking in.”

She says that’s why she called her second book Every Room Tells a Story, and alongside stunning photography her narrative for how a room can come to life is told in a way that is both warm, uplifting and inviting.

Taking you through her cleverly crafted rooms Kit reveals how her ultimate inspiration of the loom is the foundation of her creations as she masterfully weaves a captivating narrative 48

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ABOVE: There are interesting bolts of colour - bright yellow leather used on the fire fender and the tops of chairs, sofas upholstered in William Yeoward’s Acri in denim and Carolina Irving fabric on the armchairs. In the far left corner is a series of framed horsemen at the Knightsbridge Hotel.

LEFT: A gazebo at the foot of the garden, set amongst trees shaped to look like umbrellas, provides another room outside at Number Sixteen, South Kensington.

behind the chosen fabrics, textiles, specially commissioned installations and artworks seen throughout her interiors. Her distinctive and often bold approach invokes curiosity and intrigue and provides a visual journey for the reader that will delight the eye and mind.

Kit is currently working on her second New York property, The Whitby Hotel, set to open in the middle of next year.

Located at 18 West 56th Street between 5th and 6th Avenues it will comprise 86 bedrooms and suites over 15 floors.

Every Room Tells a Story

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The New Piazzetta Stoves Collection

P943M pellet stove in Terra Cotta

Round M in Rosso Lava

Bonny in Anice

E924 in Bianca

Robeys latest collection of woodburning, pellet and gas stoves includes innovative technical solutions combined with a style and design that are the hallmarks of Italy’s Piazzetta. With ample opportunities for product customization, you can select from a wide choice of contemporary colours and installation types to suit your home. And naturally, the friendly team at Robeys will assist you with expert help and advice.

Come and see the extensive range of pellet and woodburning stoves at our showroom in Belper.

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e are all intrigued with the new. We want the latest, the bespoke, the unique. When posed with the question “what is luxury?” at the Decorex seminar Eric Cohler answered “Given time what will you remember? The best of the best”. Which is why Decorex is the most important UK day in the calendar for the Interior Design industry.

If for some reason your clients were holding you to deadlines and you could not make it to Decorex, then allow us to highlight the best bits for you… well at least through the eyes of an independent furniture retailer.

But next time, no excuses, you must see for yourself what Nicky Haslam declares is “THE place to be every Autumn, where we hope to inspire, be inspired, meet old friends and discover the future”.

To bring about a buzz of change in 2015 more than a quarter of the 400 hand picked exhibitors were new this year - a big increase on previous years making for a hubbub of excitement and plenty of new finds.

Two big impact newbies to the high-end luxury showcase were Il Pezzo Mancante with their gorgeously gothic inspired LED and blown crystal lighting with new rose bronze finishes and wonderfully bold dining tables in walnut and ash with hand welded brass base rectangles almost haphazardly suspending it.

The other is an inspired game changer in the guise of a recent UK start-up successfully managing to conquer the impossible by marrying true indoor furniture design styles built to withstand the outdoor market. Coco Wolf have stormed to the attention of the trade crowds with their sumptuously appealing furniture, but it’s the clever use of construction coupled with advances in material technology that have us finally saying yes we can have furniture that can withstand the rigours of a UK winter and yet still look as good as the genuine indoor pieces.

Corinne Julius had curated an insightful mix of design makers for her Future Heritage section. An inspirational collection of one-off pieces. The likes of Moritz Weldermeyer’s Ming which has a series of subtly animating LED’s in a metal frame parametric structure making the core shape of this ‘Ming’ vase mesmerise with soft changing blue light depicting the gentle movement of water. We were also intrigued by the layering glass forms of Shelley James who used EEC scans of her own brain to enhance her works on the graphic impact of print captured within a 3D sculptural forms.

On a mission to revive the neglected art of ceiling painting, Volta pushed us into the future showing their impressive geometric patterned ceiling designs plus more traditional work via a virtual headset of sound and vision.

The stone specialist Lapicida whose previous stands always delight in innovation, always push the boundaries of what can be achieved with a beautiful piece of natures precious rocks and modern technology. This

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year they have been launching a range of unique tables utilising differing coloured marbles and deep set in polished brass or brushed edges.

Decorex attracts a plethora of great lighting brands to this exhibitors dream platform and tends to be the launch bed for some terrific pieces.

Heathfield & Co were showing a large array of new pieces and we loved not only the fabulous coloured glass bases of some but their harmonious inside shade colour matches in shot silks. Mid century cool with an urban edge by the likes of Bert Frank and CTO lighting continue to set the trend for industrial chic paired with a softness achieved by their exceptional hand finishing and soft-looking brass work. The French company Art et Floritude showcased their elegant and organic structures like the brass multi-coloured leaves from their Vegetal collection which is a scalable bespoke construction allowing designs to ‘climb’ walls and across ceilings.

Another newcomer, Stablefords lighting, created a buzz with their hand finishes and shattered effect glass by passing a current through the unset acrylic creating a unique shock effect which can be controlled to minimum bubbles or maximum shattered effect. And of course we always marvel over the hand charm delights of OCHRE’s lighting and furniture with the Seed and Celestial pebble always a showstopper with the clever refractions of shadows and pools of light to the tips of the smooth acrylic. Now available in new finishes and offsetting the new delicate leather Sable chairs perfectly.

Quintessential British craftsmanship balanced with trend setting design was well represented in the furniture categories with the likes of Linley, Tom Faulkner, Stuart Scott, Justin Van Breda and Villiers really showing some creative flair. The Tempest dining table with support loop base by Villiers shows that they can construct this table to enormous proportions with a glass top of over five metres.

One of our regular delights – and previous stand winner – Harlequin continue to surprise with a sumptuous treasure trove of exceptional discoveries.

Exceptional wallpaper and fabric houses were on show with not only the current big favourite florals, geometric patterns and emphasis on quality and ethics but the likes of de Gournay had a live hand finishing expert to create an exquisite mural before our eyes.

So to pose the question asked of us at this years Future Luxury show “what is luxury”? Could it be nature, space or is the ultimate luxury time?

Well regardless of your own indulgence and to tip the hat to Eric Cohler, you can come away from Decorex full to the brim with his ultimate luxury: you will remember the best of the best.

Jim Evans, UBER Interiors T: +44 (0) 333 220 5550 www.UBER-interiors.com

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JANE CHURCHILL’s Atmosphere Ⅲ decorative range holds luxurious textural and metallic designs full of modern beauty.

Inspired interpretations of botanical cues appear as palm silhouettes in this Amadine wallpaper. www.janechurchill.com

SOANE BRITAIN’s three colour print on linen displays an unusually exotic design inspired by an antique meisen kimono. The kimono’s pattern was a rendition of an ancient Indian design. www.soane.co.uk 56

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OSBORNE & LITTLE celebrate the launch of the new Matthew Williamson collection consisting of an array of decorative fabrics and wallpapers which captures the exotic and tropical landscapes, nature, flora and fauna loved by Matthew Williamson whilst on his research trips and travels to far flung destinations. www.osborneandlittle.com

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INSPIRED BY intricate antique embroidery samples found at Parisian flea markets, Cross Stitch features alphabets in various needle work fonts interspersed with folkloric animal designs. Each cross has been lovingly hand drawn by Abigail Edwards for a playful artistic look. www.abigailedwards.com THIS STRIKING wallcovering from Altfield features a unique splatter-like pattern, originally inspired by raindrops on a window pane on a springtime voyage to rural France. These delicate droplets manifest in the form of an opulent metallic deboss on a linen/polyester substrate of fine luminous threads. www.altfield.com

SOANE’S FEZ STRIPE is a boldly scaled design that, close up, reveals delicate intracacies. The design is screen-printed onto linen to produce a deliberately faded effect that adds to the charm of the fabric’s hand drawn artwork. www.soane.co.uk 58

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THIS DEMASK Metallic Wallpaper from Urbane Living comes in a wide range with a lot of pattern variations and colours. A Regal element, to the patterns. Victorian in style.

A richness to the overall look. T: +44 (0) 207 138 3838 | ww.urbaneliving.co.uk

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Jewel-like tones in an eye-catching houndstooth, a herringbone chenille and three enticing small-scale geometric designs are the calling card of Romo’s new Tremont collection. Once again, these classic patterns are given a fresh contemporary feel by one of Britain’s best-known fabric houses.

T: +44 (0)162 375 6699 | www.romo.com FABRIC AND interiors brand, Boeme have released another exquisite collection of their fine art digitally printed fabrics. From the Betula collection with its bark-like brush strokes set against a neutral background, to the oceanic dreaminess of Strata Patina, these highly unique creations from artist Jo Bound display a boundless originality. Her inspiration seems endless and whether the design is derived from a distinctive archive piece or from one of Jo’s fine art paintings, the execution is always outstanding.

If you are looking for a bold nonconformist look, the Boeme collections answer the call abundantly well.

T: +44 (0)148 321 7716 | www.boeme.co.uk This exquisite window treatment is from Beaumont & Fletcher’s Couture range.

These fabrics are created entirely by hand, using fine gold and silver thread, crystals, freshwater pearls and semi-precious stones.

The Sevilla Design, shown here, can be made to order using any background fabric to complement your scheme. The Waterford chair in Como silk velvet and the Sophia hand embroidered cushion add further luxury to the room.

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STRIKING AND practical, the new Aquarelle stripe from Brentano’s Crypton Greenshield collection has a delicate watercolour-like appearance of a contemporary ikat. Their modern look coupled with a high technical durability makes them a first choice for commercial, healthcare and hospitality interiors.

T: +44 (0)207 351 5893 | www.altfield.com THE ELEVEN fabrics in the Osbourne & Little’s Abacus collection are a masterclass in style and practicality. The range offers co-coordinating designs in a single volume for curtains, cushions, bedcovers and upholstery making it a superb choice for contract and hospitality. Standouts amongst the collection include Dovetail, a classic interlocking jacquard pictured here as curtains. T: +44 (0)208 812 3123 | www.osbourneandlittle.com

THE ECLECTIC Kaftan fabric from artist and sculptor Isabelle de Borchgrave is inspired by breathtaking paper costumes and original art from her countries such as Japan, Italy, Uzbekistan and Egypt.

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ADD WARMTH and interest with the classic crewel embroidery collection from Clarke and Clarke. Ethnically inspired floral trails and geometrics are re-imagined in opulent Spice, Summer and Mineral tones.

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ALLOW THE swaying island palms on Matthew Williamson’s new Cocos fabric to transport you to an idyllic island paradise. The rich orange hues add warmth and interest to the room and pair brilliantly with the sumptuous gemstone patterned pure cotton velvet of his Mustique fabric. Cushions made up in jewel-like tones from the Shimmer collection, tie the design together and infuse the setting with an extra dash of glamour.

T: +44 (0)208 812 3123 | www.osbourneandlittle.com

ADD AN injection of timeless French style to any room with the new La Verrerie fabric, one of three new toiles from Manual Canovas. Printed on 100% linen, the fabric features a classic floral pattern in the shades of sapphire and fuschia.

T: +44 (0)207 318 6000 www.manuelcanovas.com

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RISE OF TUFTED RUGS Arash Yaraghi tells how today’s weavers are keeping an ancient art alive

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ntil the housing crash of 2009 in the US, hand-knotted rugs comprised more than 99 per cent of the residential designer market. Companies that had specialised in hand-knotted oriental and nomadic hand-weave carpets for half a century or more suddenly noticed that the clients of interior designers were postponing high end rug purchases.

Rising to the challenge, a few wholesale rug manufacturers responded by upping the design and luxury quotient of handtufted rugs.

Innovation in this category began with special licensed collections launched in 2009 by icons such as lifestyle leader Martha Stewart and celebrity designer Thom Filicia.

In collaboration with these tastemakers, wholesalers pushed the design envelope with hand-tufted rugs in everything from yarn choices, to colour palettes and surface textures.

These pioneering hand-tufted collections were crafted exclusively of the finest New Zealand wool to ensure a luxury look and long wear.

Yarns were dyed using the same ancient pot dyeing techniques weaving families had been using for centuries to create custom hand-knotted Peshawar and Tibetan rugs for the interior design market.

Finishing techniques were developed to create the soft patina of artisan woven carpets.

The idea was to make the transition as seamless as possible by focusing on recreating expensive hand-knotted looks with proprietary effects and ever increasing numbers of colours for richness of detail.

Rug companies that survived the transition to handtufting banked on bringing exceptional value to consumers who wanted quality, style and greater affordability in their

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decorative home products.

At first, weavers concentrated on capturing the detailed motifs of coveted Persian rug designs.

At Safavieh we aimed high, choosing to reproduce the famous Lavar Kerman rugs that have been prized as artistic marvels since the city of Lavar was visited by Marco Polo in 1270.

In fact, the hand-tufted rug is a bit more structured than its finely knotted counterparts. But the technology is so exceptional, the hand-tufted version of a prized antique uses 25 colours, resulting in extraordinary value for the price.

Always a proponent of democracy in design and impressed with the quick turnaround times and styling flexibility in handtufting, Thom Filicia chose to launch his initial indoor rug collection entirely in hand-tufted wool and viscose highlights that were indistinguishable from silk. “The result is pure, evocative design that is both essential and highly practical,� Filicia says. Indeed, the rugs exude classic simplicity and inject an unexpected, modern flair reflective of his fresh yet timeless approach to design.

Using a balance of design, materials, textures and palettes in unexpected ways, the pioneers in the hand-tufted medium have sparked a revolution that has proven mutually beneficial for interior designers and consumers, and has allowed weavers across the world to transfer their skills to a 21st century technique while keeping an ancient art alive.

Arash Yaraghi is a co-principal of Safavieh T: +001 516 945 1900 | www.safavieh.com

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ON AN INDUSTRIAL SCALE

Peter Sallick says 19th Century design taps into a desire for provenance

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here is a growing sense that people want to connect with something that is comfortable and familiar. This became apparent during the financial crisis when many of us were drawn to spaces that were warm and cosy as opposed to cold and contemporary.

Whether it was shops, restaurants or hotels, industrial and vintage style became popular as it has a heritage and familiarity that people relate to in an emotional sense, so as a design aesthetic it satisfies a need to feel secure.

When you work with references that have been around for decades you can be confident the product you are designing will stand the test of time. Modern style has its place but when you make something of the moment there is the risk that what is contemporary today will look dated tomorrow. That is not to say that it has to be either/or, no-one wants to live in a museum, and what is interesting in interior design now is very much a personal mix of old and new, with traditional and modern pieces in the same environment.

The backlash against mass production and cheap imports has also played its part. Customers value quality materials and craft based manufacturing techniques that have been used for centuries. All over the world people are interested in where the things they buy come from, whether that’s food or faucets.

When things are made where they have always been made in the traditional way, there is a sense of place and provenance which means these items have become high quality, luxury pieces. However, they do need to be presented in new ways.

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It’s not just about replicating what has gone before. There is still a need to innovate; to take the best of yesteryear and to present it in a way that works for modern lifestyles.

Over recent decades the role of the kitchen has changed considerably. No longer just a place for food preparation it has become the heart of the home; a social space for entertaining, working and relaxing. Kitchen manufacturers have adapted to that, designing pieces that are not just functional but beautiful and stylish too. We have seen ‘white goods’ become status symbols and in the same way that someone may chose an over-sized premium brand fridge, extractor or range cooker, they now have the option to buy sinks and taps on a similar industrial scale.

Items which incorporate authentic design, quality craftsmanship and advanced engineering and are as much a focal point as the cooking zone. People want to have something special and our choice of colour palettes, finishes and configurations allows consumers or interior designers to create a scheme that is completely unique.

It’s an evolution and an exploration of ideas that allows someone to customise and personalise their space. A kitchen should look good for 20 years or more and when you take the perspective that the room will live for a long time, the last thing you want is for it to feel trendy or that it will soon date.

By working with classic designs that have been proven over a long period of time you can trust in its longevity and timeless appeal.

Peter Sallick, CEO for Waterworks T: +44 (0) 207 384 4000 | www.uk.waterworks.com

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SLEEPING IN STYLE Boutique hotels spark demand for beds with the WOW factor says Wayne Clarke

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outique hotel design has a powerful influence on domestic interiors, especially bedrooms. The rise of eclectic and vintage styles can be attributed to iconic contract interiors, but equally so can both a super-sleek, minimalist aesthetic and highly decorative furnishings offering palatial levels of grandeur.

What unites these apparently disparate styles is their emphasis on luxury surfaces and materials, their generous - even oversize - proportions and, above all, a refined and coherent offering which is designed down to the last iPod dock.

Luxury, scale, lifestyle: these are the key elements currently making the biggest impressions on bedroom trends and buying patterns.

One of the most noticeable effects on domestic bedrooms has been in the size of beds. At the mid/high end of the market, Kingsize has virtually replaced Standard Double as the most popular size, with Emperor and even Super Emperor sizes catching up quickly.

Significantly bigger beds are a direct reflection of the amount of space which people are now prepared to dedicate to bedrooms, especially in the ‘master suite’ - another key trend from the hotel world now making waves in high end domestic interiors.

The luxury mattress market is booming as they discover increasing wellbeing from a better quality of sleep. Specialist retailers who understand how to match customers’ requirements to the many different mattress offerings on the market are also driving the trend for people to move up to better quality, more durable products.

The bed itself takes centre stage and whilst customers’ personal tastes vary from super-extravagant to pared-down minimalism, there are certain key trends at work here too. People want their bed to be really important; a major

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statement piece with a distinct wow factor. They are prepared to pay for products which are custom made, or at the very least personalised with bespoke elements.

And So To Bed’s ultimate statement bed, the Grand Versailles, is hand encrusted with thousands of Swarovski crystals. In both beds and bedroom furniture, And So To Bed find bespoke finishes as much sought after by individuals as by the trade: from high gloss lacquers and colour-matched paints to new metallic surfaces, specialist finishes create wholly personalised looks.

Design notes from chic hotels worldwide have stimulated the revival of upholstery, very often seen as supersize headboards. Alongside this, there has also been a resurgence in both traditional upholstered beds and a move towards contemporary upholstered divan sets. Again, whatever their personal style, customers want to be able to choose from a wide range of fabrics or supply their own fabrics to achieve an individual look which they can match across the bedroom.

Another element of this co-ordinated look sees increasing sales of bedroom furniture. Not since the 1960’s has it been so fashionable to see a theme right through from bedside tables and chests to dressing tables, cupboards and smaller occasional pieces.

The difference between then and now? Again, taking a lead from the eclectic school of hotel design, it’s become super-cool to mix and match modern and vintage styles.

Co-ordinating or matching finishes across a variety of pieces is an easy way to nail two trends at once; achieving both individuality and that all-important visual coherence.

Wayne Clarke is And So To Bed’s Design Director London showroom: 591 Kings Road, London, SW6 2EH T: +44 (0)80 8144 4343 I www.andsotobed.co.uk

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4 1 Beluga design by Ferruccio Laviani. The doors slide open allowing comfortable access to the inside of the units T: +39 085 87115490 | www.rastellicucine.it 2 Award-winning furniture design company, Podesta, offers a truly bespoke and personal service for kitchens and temperature controlled wine rooms. T: 01494 677 770 | www.podesta.uk.com 3 The Waldemar kitchen is handmade and spray-painted in All White by Farrow & Ball. It features a Corian worktop complemented by a solid oak splashback. The drawers are oak veneer and the drawer dividers are solid oak. T: +44 (0)207 731 4728 | www.cueandco.com 4 A sleek and professional customised kitchen environment created

by Officine Gullo presented in heavy gauge steel with a satin finish. This cooking suite features a composition of all the high performance equipment a kitchen needs within one tidy, high capacity breakfast island. T: +39 055 656 0324 | www.officinegullo.com

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Drawing inspiration from the Brutalist Architecture movement, the rugged textured base of Heathfield & Co’s Bayern Turquoise lamp is both striking yet elegant. Available in either a turquoise or ivory crackle finish, it is guaranteed to capture the eye.

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THIS DINING ROOM highlights the exquisite lighting designs of Susan Ferrier of McAlphine, Booth and Ferrier exclusively for Solaria Lighting. From the handcrafted roofless Gandi lantern series, these chandeliers are elegantly framed allowing for a stately presentation in any room. Solaria offers customised sizing and finishes.

T: 001 404 508 1987 | www.solarialighting.com

This stylish ivory finished iron chandelier with beaded glass and soft brass accents is from Celerie Kemble for the MaitlandSmith collection. Celerie of Kemble Interiors, is a renowned interior designer T: 001 336 812 2324 | www.maitland-smith.com

This striking Black Tie chandelier captures the imagination with its elevenlight pendant effect and warm black fabric shade with gold lining. The faceted crystals are suspended in decorative metal settings cut on the bias for extra effect. From a special collection

by John-Richard, this simple but elegant lighting design brings to mind a more romantic and vintage era.

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The creative team at Waterworks has had a genuine light bulb moment with their new Watt Collection. The shapes and colours of telephone pole insulator covers inspired the collection of wall and pendant lights. Available with either ribbed or plain glass shades in clear, amber or blue along with three metallic finishes, the lights lends themselves easily to both contemporary and traditional bathrooms.

T: +44 (0)800 068 0248 www.uk.waterworks.com As an established supplier of decorative antiques to the interior design trade, Marshall Phillips have developed a system of support for the interior designer aimed at helping on jobs where there may be a lot of restoration of antiques and rewiring and cleaning of lighting needed.

Full inventories can be produced to keep track of those items that will remain after restoration for a full redecoration project.

For more details contact Marshall Phillips.

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MR.LIGHT Limited have just added the all new five-armed 97087 chandelier to their range, available in matt nickel with a choice of black, white or oyster shades. It comes with an adjustable suspension rod to get that perfect height. Part of a huge collection of modern designs encompassing interior, exterior, picture and bathroom lighting. www.mrlight.co.uk

TIGERMOTH LIGHTING uses beautiful materials in simple, elegant designs to create stunning contemporary lighting. Pictured is the Silver Chain Maxi Pendant which is made up of individual strands of silver chain, which light up with incredible opalescent glow when the bulb is switched on. UK T: +44 (0) 845 658 9059 | Int T: +44 (0) 118 984 5232 www.tigermothlighting.com

THE CURIOUSA & CURIOUSA lighting range gives traditional hand-blown glass a whole new lease of life. By keeping colour and form at the very heart of their appeal, the pure beauty of the glass itself is allowed to shine through, and the unique mouldfree service allows customers an endless choice of colour, shape and size. www.curiousa.co.uk

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VALERIE WADE specialises in unusual and flattering lighting and the new addition to the contemporary range is no exception.

The SIMLA lamps are made of hand faceted crystal and come in a range of rich gem colours including amber, emerald, ruby, sapphire and clear. You can chose from a tall or short brass fitting and the ecru linen shade included.

T: +44 (0) 207 225 1414 www.valeriewadejewellery.com

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Circa Lighting’s priority is to provide an outstanding experience whether through This large golden nugget formation task lamp is both whimsical and stylish. Mounted on a double stack base of acrylic and black, it promises to be a highlight in any environment.

Acrylic is one of the newest design looks and this John-Richard lamp incorporates it nicely.

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its boutique lighting showrooms or the design trade in general. This refreshing approach helps to make the search for lighting simple and “brilliant”. Circa’s extensive and creative selection of products include some of the most influential names in the design community such as Ralph Lauren Home, Barbara Barry, David Easton, Alexa Hampton, Suzanne Kasler, Thomas O’Brien and others.

T: 001 912 447 6670 | www.circalighting.com

This signature buffet/console lamp, designed by Paul Gruer, is a striking 36" tall and features twisted gold base supports complemented by a black and cream hand-painted tapered column with matching gold leaf sculptured blossom. The unusual inverted hand-painted shade topped with a stylish silver ball adds additional flair to the already picturesque design.

T: 001 225 751 2117/+44(0)142 059 0444 www.flambeaulighting.com www.elsteadlighting.com

Called Hammered Brass, this new introduction

by Barbara Cosgrove highlights sophisticated, soft antiqued brass and is a striking 36" tall. Its contemporary profile and traditional finish allow a variety of uses and the 18" drum shade in white silk with a brushed gold liner offers an eyecatching look. One of many stylish designs for home or office.

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Innovation remains a constant with Wired Designs as it continues to provide the design trade with inspired custom lighting. Wired's culture is firmly based in the rare ability to acquire precious materials, sourced and selected from around the world, and made into timeless lighting designs handcrafted at their USA workshops and sold internationally.

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Design expertise for chic interiors Harlequin London provides a unique service, working closely with interior designers, private clients and architects, to help design and source all the finishing touches necessary to create a truly magnificent and well considered interior scheme. The company specialises in the supply of tableware, decorative accessories and lighting.

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WELL KNOWN for striking and smart flatweave runners in pure wool, woven and hand finished in the UK, Roger Oates now offers a bespoke option for customers who want to choose their own colours from the Roger Oates colour palette. A customised route to totally unique, quality floorcoverings for your home. www.rogeroates.com

WORKING WITH classical oriental themes, Wendy Morrison’s use of vibrant colour and pattern has produced a collection of striking contemporary rugs, pictured above is Enchanted Wood. www.wendymorrisondesign.com

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Jennifer Manners As a recent arrival to the interiors world, it was rug designer Jennifer Manners’ former career as an international news reporter that informed her eclectic style writes Jacky Parker.

‘I had the privilege of living around the globe,’ she says. ‘My designs are influenced by my travels. They are a marriage of colours, images and objects from Mumbai to Monte Carlo and everywhere inbetween.’

Having settled in London thirteen years ago, Jennifer retrained as an interior designer at Central Saint Martins.

However, she struggled to find rugs to suit her unique taste. After designing her own rug, she set out on a treasure hunt to find the most skilled artisans to bring her sketches to life. This search brought her to Nepal and India where the ancient craft of weaving rugs has evolved with modern

interpretations of design. ‘That journey gave birth to my business,’ says Jennifer.

‘Being able to see my vision come to life through these patient and skillful artists was captivating. A rug can completely transform any space and being able to create the piece and watch how it harmonises a room is thrilling.’

Jennifer now produces exquisite rug collections, which vary in theme from Geometric, Graphic and Estate to Culture and Nature. However, each rug is unique: a hand crafted, custom made piece that can be created in each client’s choice of colour, size, scale, wool or weave.

‘If you are creating a piece for your home and expect it to last for many years, why wouldn’t you create that piece in the exact colour, size, pattern and style needed for that space?’ Jennifer will also create a personalised design too. ‘The character of a room can be enhanced by the particular style of rug that suits it,’ she says. ‘Someone might bring an image from a photograph or a vintage scarf and we can create something special from that.’ Either way, the result is a personal, bespoke piece.

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DEIRDRE DYSON has been located in the Kings Road for more than 10 years with a dedicated showroom set over three floors and displaying the most recent designs.

Using the finest, luxurious materials, carpets are made to order from a palette of over 2,000 colours using wool and silk combinations.

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LOOMAH’S latest collection is an explosion of colour and pattern. Bold, graphic patterns in bright colour palettes add energy and life to any interior. This rug, called Betty, uses simple interlocking lines in a vibrant shade of turquoise to create a bold geometric pattern.

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TROPICANA LATTICE by Ferrick Mason is made from wool and silk, hand knotted, 100 knot, made in Nepal using vegetal dyes.

Custom sizes and colours available. www.wovenonline.co

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TAKE CREATIVITY beyond limits with metalised floors from Floor Seasons. These are oak floors with metal applied to the surface.

They have a remarkable glossy finish while the wooden pattern stays distinct. Available in Bronze, Copper, Gold Look and Silver Look.

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THIS STUNNING freestanding washbasin from ArlexItalia’s Class collection is available through Domicilio Furnishings. www.domiciliofurnishings.com

CATCHPOLE & RYE’s new collection of antiqued copper baths have an inviting glow, ideal for those cold winter nights. These new bath finishes are now on display in both London and Kent showrooms. T: +44 (0) 207 351 0940 | www.catchpoleandrye.com

SURFACE DISSOLUTION of limestone or dolomite rocks inspired the Lapiaz freestand by Maison Valentina. The polished brass details and mirrored sides attribute this luxury design giving off an aura of comfort and warm beauty. www.maisonvalentina.net

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THE MATKI-ONE Slider is not only luxurious but supremely functional, with a smooth, whisper quiet open and close. Above shows a corner enclosure with Black frames with Copper and Black disc details. T: +44 (0) 145 432 2888 | www.matki.co.uk

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For lovers of contemporary showers this central glass enclosed cubicle with inset shower tile is just the job. Bathrooms International are able to supply all types of showers from traditional to contemporary.

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Edwins, popular retailer of quality bathrooms for over 30 years, supply everything you need from basic plumbing & heating supplies to virtually every design of bathroom equipment. Their friendly staff will help with your choice and technical queries to ensure you achieve the best possible design whatever your taste and budget. T: +44 (0)207 221 3550 www.edwinsbathrooms.co.uk

THESE ELEGANT Cottesmore vanity units from leading London interior and furniture designer, Justin Van Breda create a subtle art deco look in this London residence.

Pictured here in silver leaf, the unit can be made up in any lacquer or wood finish and are available in three different widths. T: +44 (0)207 349 70894 | www.j-v-b.com

Castello is a leading brand in luxury accommodations worldwide giving credit to its style, quality and comfort.

They have an impressive portfolio of projects including a recent specification of their Imperia Bath in Richard Bransons Necker Island and their unique dual finish at Great Gables, Lake Windermere.

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This stunningly exquisite curtain by Drรถm UK shimmers and glitters with a variety of Swarovski crystals which can be enhanced by clever use of natural or artificial lighting. The curtain can be customised with different sized crystals and configurations. Perfect for that added touch of luxury in any room.

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WATERWORKS HAS opened a new showroom on the King’s Road. The kitchen and bathroom company continues to draw inspiration from the rich history of the European bath combined with American ingenuity and innovation. Reminiscent of the grand hotels of New York and Paris and heritage homes of the late 19th century, an elegancy permeates the collection of classic designs such as the Voltaire bath.

The spacious showroom will display a wide selection of exclusive designs.

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BIG BATHROOM CURVES THE CUSTOM-BUILT five-foot oculus window in the bathroom of this bright and airy New York apartment, designed by Anita Sarsidi at Diamond Baratta Design, echoes the curve of the voluminous bath below.

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LUXURY BATHROOM MAKERS Drummonds, is opening a Kings Road flagship showroom in April. An impressive space has been transformed into a spectacular concept showroom, part of an ongoing collaboration with award-winning designer Christopher Jenner. Jenner describes his design as an “elemental narrative”, showcasing the artisanal heritage at the heart of Drummonds’ bathroom collection. Dramatic and highly architectural, its layered forms also reflect their organic materials, from cast iron to china clay, marble and glass. T: +44 (0)20 7376 4499 | www.drummonds-uk.com 86

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Relax with Athena THE ATHENA CAST iron bath from Aston Matthews features raised ends making it a particularly comfortable design in which to lie back and relax. The bath is supplied with a high quality white enamel interior and the exterior is primed allowing Athena to be painted to match your décor.

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ON TOP OF THE WORLD This cliff-top marvel is a precision engineered floating roof that sits on top of a glass box WORDS SARAH BULLEN | PHOTOGRAPHS MARK WILLIAMS / The Interior Archive

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hen you pull up to the gates of this cliff top house you really should be driving a silver Aston Martin. The entrance is unassuming and discreet. But when the front door opens on the upper level, it is as if the earth falls away below you in a two-storey expanse of glass and exposed concrete that opens out to the sea and cliffs. It’s a house fit for a Bond movie – and it’s just a short walk down the sweeping staircase to the ground floor bar to grab a chilled glass and pour a martini.

“A diagram of the design is simple,” says lead architect Greg Truen of SAOTA – Stefan Antoni Olmesdahl Truen Architects.

“It boils down to a wall at the back and a roof over the site to create a shelter. Then the glass just encased it.”

This house is at the exclusive Pezula Estate that sits just outside Knysna, a small town on the eastern seaboard offering privacy and endless views. The owners live in Johannesburg and wanted the house as a weekend and holiday getaway for their young family when they snapped up this plot in 2002. They needed a four-bedroomed house, each bedroom with its own lounge and TV room. Also on the list was a large-scale central area that was totally open-plan for living, playing, eating and entertaining.

The owner’s brief was to create a space that was ‘radically uncluttered and open’. They also wanted no interior walls.

“That was an exciting challenge,” Truen admits. But the architectural firm is a specialist in modern coastal design and they took it even

further by designing a house with almost no interior or exterior, walls.

The primary idea in the design was to create a single living space that had a roof floating over it that mirrored the lay of the slope of the site. The point of reference for all rooms was to make the most of the view.

Truen and his team of three chose to lower the level of the eye line by dropping the house down the cliff to include shoreline in the view.

They also wanted to open the house to the more dramatic view, which was of the eastern cliffs. This meant opening the house on two sides.

“So often with sea-facing houses you end up just seeing a blue line of the horizon,” says Truen. “We took it lower so you can see the shoreline, and also the cliffs which provide an interest factor.”

Truen says one of the biggest challenges in contemplating a design made almost entirely of glass was the sun. But, unlike most houses, this challenge was not how to bring more light into the interior. Their challenge was trying to minimise the impact of the harsh African sun.

“Our client was very clear that he didn’t want any direct sun in the house. So all design had to take that into consideration.”

They did a detailed solar analysis on the building using modelling software and designed multiple levels of shuttering and shading. The cantilevered roof provides shade, as does a second level of wooden decking that breaks up the glass height. In the main atrium, the skylight is protected by using a timber screen that hangs down into the space.

Four indigenous Natal Mahogany trees inside the house link to the

ABOVE: Wood meets granite in floors that are practical and hardwearing, both indoor and out. It was important that the house is both practical and beautiful LEFT: A Hollywood-style grand staircase pulls down from the elevated entrance to the lower living level, which holds the kitchen with carpeting to define the spaces

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ABOVE: Lighting at night is subdued. “We wanted to push light up onto the roof so that all the surfaces are lit rather than the air. You can put less light into the space if you do that,” says lead architect Greg Truen. An extensive home automation system controls the lighting and background music

outside environment and also act as an additional sunscreen to the West.

The glass was a challenge on all levels and the owner says he knew they were in for a tricky task.

“It was easy to visualise but very difficult to implement from an engineering point of view. The house is exposed to the elements including fierce winds. The glass could not leak, rattle or deflect and break. It was the biggest hurdle to overcome in building the home.” But at the end of the day, it was worth every second of effort.

“We have pushed the limit and achieved a remarkable result in bringing the views into your lap when the doors slide back.”

The house has also pushed the limits of ingenuity in many other ways.

Water is a scarce resource in this part of the world and the sloping roof also acts as a collection device that feeds a 165,000-litre underground water tank. An energy raiser heats the domestic hot water; the house itself with under tile hot water pipes and in summer cools the house and subsequently heats the pool & jacuzzi.

The pool water is cleaned and sanitized using an ultra-violet light, which means the water is good enough to drink.

The building, despite its innate drama in scale and outlook, is also surprisingly simple.

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ABOVE: A single dropped light breaks the seamless view of the dramatic African coastal cliffs and provides a space division from the larger living spaces LEFT: A 36-metre rim-flow lap pool runs along the front of the house

“We wanted a rustic, organic feel with elegance and timeless, modern, clean lines,” says the owner. The furniture was kept modern and low, so as not to interrupt the views.The finishes were kept natural, using granite tiles on the floors throughout, dark grey walls to blend into the natural greys of the landscape, and Garapa wood to clad the ceilings and walls.

The more rustic feeling was brought in with the natural wood, and also by using raw concrete with no plastering and aggregated cement finishes.

“The solid components are mostly steel columns and beams and the off shutter concrete which was cast on site and then left exposed,” says Truen. The scale of every element is breathtaking and Truen admits that was part of the grand plan.

“We wanted something special, and a little dramatic,” he says.

It is a house, and a view, that is guaranteed to leave you both shaken, and stirred.

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London Design Project

KNIGHTSBRIDGE CHURCH

The brief: To create a chic, understated design while still retaining the building’s original historic features WORDS MARK TURNER | PHOTOGRAPHS TOM SULLAM

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his 11,500 sq ft private house church conversion in Knightsbridge, London, was designed by Howes & Rigby, a collaboration between London’s leading developers of super prime residential property, Rigby & Rigby, and award-winning international luxury interior design studio, Taylor Howes.

The church – the front half of which is still in active use – was bought by international clients who had fallen in love with its architecture.

For this reason the clients were keen to retain the building’s original historic features, in particular the vistas through the arches.

With regard to the design’s final look and feel, the client specified

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that the interior be more Armani than Versace, using understated colours and calm neutrals similar to those used in the Aman Resorts.

As the clients were based abroad the majority of the correspondence took place remotely with only two client meetings taking place over the two and a half year build.

A neighbouring mews house was bought and linked to the church at ground and basement level. The extension added three additional bedroom suites to the existing five bedrooms in the main house, as well as a large basement gym.

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ABOVE: In keeping with the building a Kevin Reilly church candle light feature was used above the dining table LEFT: The entrance hall features a circular platinum leaf coffer

area a glass lift, positioned in the centre of the helical staircase, acts as a key focal point to the formal living/dining area. The main and guest reception are separated by a glazed panel of electro magnetic privacy glass that allows for a more private opaque option when required.

The more informal living area is situated on the upper mezzanine, with exposed original arches and beams that have been uplit to highlight the beauty of the stone details. The roof has been part glazed to provide a source of natural light whilst allowing lift users to see directly up to the sky. A Damien Hirst butterfly painting hangs above the stone clad fireplace.

The dining area and main reception is divided by a sideboard that houses a double-sided pop-up television. This not only splits the space but also allows the clients to watch the television from either the seating area or from the dining table – the back-to-back televisions sink into the floor when not in use. Accommodating a range of champagne bottle sizes, the wine unit behind the dining table is temperature controlled and sits opposite a secret door to the commercial kitchen that serves the dining area. The commercial kitchen also connects to the family kitchen which is located opposite the living area.

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TOP: The top half of the arch in the mezzanine has been glazed to reveal glimpses of the sky.

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ABOVE: In the master bedroom, it was important the beautiful church windows remained as the focal point LEFT: The walls of the swimming pool were clad in bush hammered stone

It was important to the team that the original church windows remained the focal point of the master bedroom – as well as the arches and the apex of the roof. Using the arches as a natural divide, the room was split into three sections - a main bedroom, an informal study/seating area and a bathroom.

To sit behind the bath, the team commissioned a bronze floating wall from Based Upon. The wall features the client’s favourite cherry blossom cast in bronze resin.

Down in the crypt the swimming pool area features a wall clad in bush-hammered stone and has walls with spectacular night lighting effects, including fibre optic lights in the bottom of the pool and electric church candles in the niches designed by Sally Storey of Lighting Design International. At one end of the pool a bronze leaf lit coffer leads the way through to a juice bar, while behind the pool is a sauna/ steam room and guest changing room. Next-door is a treatment room complete with massage table and bespoke lighting.

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CASA CAYMAN

Maximising both the potential of the setting and the breathtaking views out across the Pacific Ocean WORDS DOMINIC BRADBURY | PHOTOGRAPHS MARK LUSCOMBE-WHYTE / The Interior Archive

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OPPOSITE: The covered terrace is comfortably furnished with round wicker chairs, designed by Michael Possenbacher RIGHT: A swirly patterned path of black and white pebbles contrasts with the bright green of the grass

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ntiques dealer, Michael Possenbacher, arrived in Mexico from Germany in the 1950’s and has lived here ever since. He made his home in Mexico City for many years, but after the earthquake of 1985 he began looking for a more peaceful part of the country to live for himself and his wife. Careyes was the place they eventually fell in love with.

Working in collaboration with his architect son, Alex Possenbacher, he came up with an inspirational design for Casa Cayman that maximised both the potential of the setting and the breathtaking views out across the Pacific Ocean. The heart of the house is the Palapa living room, moving seamlessly out towards the open terraces of the house and the infinity pool, reaching into the sea.

The Palapa with its timber supports enclosed in vine wood and a vast stag fern tumbling down, the floors made with stone from the Yucatan, the sculpted rattan chairs, the vaulted and curving ceilings of the bedroom wing, the soft and warm earthy colours; together all these create the impression of the most organic of homes. ‘And the garden in Careyes is the ocean,’ says Michael Possenbacher. ‘Instead of a park, you have the sea.’

A collection of contemporary artwork, antiques and sculptures has also formed part of the design of the house, including integrated pieces such as the eight-century Indian columns by the pool, while the mascot of the house is the vintage Mexican cayman, or crocodile, mask in the master bedroom. A soothing, sociable house where nature meets nurture, and simplicity is part of its sophistication, Casa Cayman is at the heart of Careyes.

In the large lounge bedroom, the painting above the fireplace is by Francisco Toledo while the little chair is Mexican. On a polychrome Mexican eighteenth-century table rests a pair of ornate Mexican cruciform stirrups from the colonial era, with another Toledo on the wall behind. Michael Possenbacher designed the mast-like lampshades, suing fifteenth-century Asian vases as bases. The chest is Dutch, from the sixteenth century. All this suggests the home of a serious collector with a wide-ranging interest in art and antiques.

The infinity pool appears to reach out into the sea and sky, while the terraces offer views down to the Pacific and the jagged islands and rocks that stud part of the Careyes coastline. This was a difficult site on which to build a house, given the rugged landscape, but also an enticing one. It has been designed to take maximum advantage of Bridge for Design December 2015 109

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: In the master bedroom, Michael Possenbacher designed the lampshades that resemble sails using 15th-century Asian vases as bases. A small dining area has been created on a raised floor under the eaves of the ‘palapa’. A pair of ornate Mexican cruciform stirrups on a polychrome Mexican eighteenth-century table in the bedroom. An embroidered, leather Mexican chest and an Italian Renaissance relief are used to furnish the hall

the vista, with the palapa, terraces and pool oriented towards the sea.

‘You always have to try and frame the views,’ says Alex Possenbacher, ‘because that’s why everyone is here, after all,’ Many antiques and geological treasures have been woven into the design of the house. The granite columns by the pool, for instance, are eight-century Indian. The round cannonball-like pieces in the stone basin are Mexican ‘bambas del volcano’. The rounded wicker chairs underneath the palapa were designed by Michael Possenbacher, and the pillars that support the palapa are made of local wood, as hard as ebony as its centre, covered in vine growth. ‘It looks like Art Nouveau,’ observes Possenbacher.

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In the dining area located on a raised level overlooking the main terrace, an ammonite has been skilfully incorporated into the wall.

The colours are soothing and fit well with the natural tones of the stone and wood used throughout the house.

In the master bedroom an alligator (part of a dancers costume) lies on a dividing wall, acting as the house’s cayman mascot; the table in front of the wall is seventeenth-century Mexican.

The chest is Mexican, in embroidered leather, while the relief is Italian Renaissance. The curving form of the room’s design gives a cool, cavernous feel to the room. ‘The house looks very organic,’ says Alex Possenbacher, ‘but actually it’s also very mathematical.’

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