Innholdsfortegnelse for March 2019 i Homes & Gardens

American interior decorator Billy Baldwin once said:‘Be faithful to your own taste because nothing you really like is ever out of style.’ I like his attitude. I similarly believe it is possible to create a beautiful room if you stay true to your look, whether that means lively pattern (take the pink bedroom featured on page 37) or sleek lines. Moreover, projects that express personality tend to be the most successful and it always comes down to the details to make the design. When choosing homes to feature, while we are looking for a tailored and finished look, we also want heart, soul, spirit: the sense that someone would sit on the beautifully upholstered sofa. We then to try to showcase a breadth of styles, from classic to contemporary –…

VISIT: MESSUMS WILTSHIRE An offshoot of the well-known gallery on London’s Cork Street, Messums Wiltshire is a cavernous converted barn turned exhibition space. Founded by Johnny Messum, a second-generation dynast of the art-dealing family, this new countryside outpost presents a roster of artists that blur the line between fine art and craft. Regularly changing exhibitions feature artists such as Nic Fiddian-Green, Dame Elisabeth Frink and Grayson Perry. Make a day of it with lunch at the Mess restaurant, before picking up a souvenir at the beautifully curated gallery shop, messumswiltshire.com. STAY: THYME The go-to Cotswolds bolthole for keen epicureans, Thyme started out as a cookery school but now better resembles a small British village. Activity gravitates around the Lodge, a classically styled boutique hotel, from which the bar, pub, gardens…

Q What sparked your passion for flowers? Kitten: Growing up in the countryside in Somerset, I was always drawn to the plants around me and to their extraordinary healing and calming powers. As soon as I left school, I started training in floristry. Harriette: I began my career as an interior stylist and art director and loved working with flowers even then. When I started art directing events with Kitten, she inspired me with her knowledge of flowers and I became completely hooked. Q Where and with whom did you train? Kitten: I trained with Wild at Heart and Scarlet & Violet in London, and then worked with the landscape architects Urquhart & Hunt and also Dutch landscape designer Piet Oudolf on the perennial meadow at the Hauser & Wirth…

KALE, CHILLI AND FETA FILO ROLLS MAKES 18 80g curly kale, shredded 80g feta cheese or goat’s curd, crumbled 1 red chilli, finely chopped 1 small bunch parsley, finely chopped Generous pinch of salt and pepper 3 sheets filo pastry 100g unsalted butter, melted 1 tbsp za’atar ■ Bring a pan of well-salted water to a rolling boil. Boil the kale for 3 minutes, until softened and bright green. Drain in a colander under cold running water, then squeeze out as much water as possible. Put the kale in a bowl with the feta, chilli, parsley, salt and pepper and mix until well combined. ■ Preheat the oven to 180°C/Fan160°C/Gas 4. Line a baking sheet with baking paper. ■ Lay the filo sheets on a worksurface, covered with a damp…

When Jolyon Prowse came upon a top-floor flat within a Victorian stucco townhouse in Kensington, he knew he had found the perfect pied-à-terre even though it was a diamond in the rough. ‘It was not an auspicious start,’ he says, ‘as the flat had been converted in the Nineties and rented out for 30 years, so had been allowed to deteriorate.’ An experienced property developer, Jolyon called upon two industry insiders to help transform the space – Victoria Wormsley of French-Brooks Interiors and structural specialists Chester Row, who would undertake the reconfiguring work to create a more open, light-filled home. Jolyon divides his time between a working week in London and weekends in Wiltshire, so the flat needed to be a comfortable base. ‘In addition to creating the feeling of…

Walk along any city street and it’s not uncommon to glimpse lush green foliage escaping from what appears to be, from ground level, a secret garden way above your head. You know that if you were lucky enough to set foot in it, the rooftop haven would offer a chance to take a breath and relax, away from the hubbub of the urban environment. The owner of this apartment wanted to capture just that feeling of tranquillity on his own rooftop terrace. Seven storeys up and with spectacular views over west London, the roughly 10-by-10-metre area was already paved but had little planting. It needed some imagination to become the secluded oasis he wanted it to be, so he turned to RHS Chelsea Gold medal-winning landscape architect and garden designer…

NEVILLE JOHNSON  In business for more than 30 years, this company’s craftspeople can fit a new staircase or transform an existing one using glass, timber or steel, nevillejohnson.co.uk. BISCA The name of this designer is an acronym of brass, iron, steel, copper and aluminium – the materials that feature in many of its bespoke commissions, bisca.co.uk . MORENOMASEY  This London-based architecture practice believes that staircase design needs to be the starting point when planning the layout of any space, morenomasey.com. NEPTUNE The in-house design service can create built-in storage or freestanding furniture to fit underneath the stairs. The team will advise on making the best use of space, neptune.com .…

CABINETRY The Davonport Tillingham collection, hand-painted in French Grey Pale by Little Greene. Kitchens start from £45,000, Davonport. APPLIANCES Five-oven dual-control range cooker in white, from £12,785, Aga. Bespoke 160cm-wide dual motor extractor, Westin. IQ500 fully integrated dishwasher, £829, Siemens. Fridge freezer and wine cooler unit, £26,500, Sub-Zero. SINKS & TAPS Shaws double 1000 sink, £569.99, Sinks.co.uk. Fusion round 3-in-1 boiling water tap in polished chrome, £1,150, Quooker. SURFACES BQS engineered quartz worktops in Bianco Massa, from £160sq m (excluding templating and installation); Blakeney White porcelain floor tiles, £64.78sq m, all Davonport. ACCESSORIES Loom dining chairs in Light Grey, £137.50 each; bespoke walnut, quartz and steel dining table, Davonport. For a similar wall clock, try the Skeleton style wall clock in Antique Cream by Libra Furniture, £99, Fusion Living. The…

“TRADITIONALLY MOULDED PANELS SOFTEN THE HARD STONE AND INTRODUCE A HISTORIC AMBIENCE”THOMAS GRIEM , director, TG Studio DESIGNER Thomas Griem, director, TG Studio, 020 7636 3838, tg-studio.co.uk. THE PROPERTY A five-storey, four-bedroom Victorian terraced home in west London. DESIGN BRIEF The owners wanted to include a steam room, freestanding bath, double basins and abundant storage in this perfectly square space. The look was focused on traditional lines with a light palette that feels warm and inviting. DIMENSIONS 4x4m. LAYOUT The view into the bathroom informed the layout. ‘We positioned the bespoke vanity opposite the entrance to create an impressive feature when viewed from the bedroom,’ explains designer Thomas Griem. To the right is a freestanding bath, with a steam room on the left. A large window around the corner draws…

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PROJECT Leah Parvin, design consultant at CP Hart, was briefed to style a room for a couple with children. ‘They wanted a practical space with character,’ she says. LAYOUT As well as a child-friendly walk-in shower, the owners specified a luxurious freestanding bath, which is positioned below the main window and set at an angle to create a striking focal point. COLOURS Pale geometric tiles contrast with simple white sanitaryware, while forest green basins add a touch of colour. ‘There’s nothing shiny,’ says Leah. ‘It’s all about tactile matt finishes that create a softness to balance the statement flooring.’ FITTINGS As well as offering a hint of opulence, the brushed-brass fittings introduce a sense of warmth into the room, not to mention beautifully complementing the forest green of the basins.…

FLYING COLOURS We’re pleased to hear that Marston & Langinger Paints have returned from a short hiatus and are now part of the Alitex family business. The range has a new name, M&L Paints, and has expanded to 120 colours. Saxe Blue, Plaster Pink and Dormer Blue Chalky interior matt, £47.50 for 2.5L. DOWN TO EARTH Echoing the mid-century modernist style found in Brazil, Moderna by textile house Mark Alexander is a new collection of linen prints and weaves embodying the clean lines and rich textures we’ve grown to love from the brand. Sofa in Stratum in Brush, £135m; chair in Frame in Peacock, £125m. Instagram inspiration Tilly Clanfield and Philly Denison-Smith of @the_folly_ interiors caught our eye with their artful mix of decorative accents. Their successful Hertfordshire pop-up shop…

DISTINCTIVE STONEWORK Marble cut and laid in a precise pattern draws the eye into this space and makes it appear longer, creating a strong impact in the entrance hall. To find a similar stone, try supplier Gerald Culliford, which offers a range of marble, quartz, ceramics and limestone. WHERE TO SOURCE GEOMETRIC FLOORING CHINOISERIE WALLCOVERING This unique silk wallcovering created by Rima & McRae, specialist in bespoke finishes and applied arts, is used in the dining room and adjoining salon. The painstakingly applied gold-leaf edging elevates these rooms to the height of sophistication. WHERE TO SOURCE WALLPAPER KEY PIECES INSIDER INSIGHT Saskia Blyth-Collinson of Blyth-Collinson Interiors shares her expert design tips, go-to companies and styling advice. SECRET ADDRESS Austrian company Gmundner, gmundner.at. It makes superb, affordable, hand-painted ceramics and reminds…

KIT KEMP DESIGN THREAD by Kit Kemp with Fiona McCarthy, £30 (Hardie Grant) Doyenne of the hotel world and masterful interior designer, Kit Kemp of Firmdale Hotels is back with her third interiors book, showcasing her unique approach to design. Discover the inspiration behind Kit’s creative process and revel in her signature style, which mixes contemporary works of art and her own furniture designs, set against a backdrop of colour and pattern in the form of luxurious fabrics and bespoke wallpapers. THE PATTERNED INTERIOR by Greg Natale, £42.50 (Rizzoli New York) Renowned for his colourful designs, Australian native Greg Natale’s new book The Patterned Interior celebrates his bold style, providing a visual feast of some of his most dynamic schemes. Greg’s unique and singular look is expressed in luxurious, tailored…

Q My daughter tells me that I should have some animal print in my life as it’s apparently ‘having a moment’. How should I respond? Angela, Salisbury I would approach with caution and avoid making any sudden movements or loud noises. Just as you would shy away from wearing leopard print top to toe (unless you’re going the full Elizabeth Taylor), when decorating less will always be more – a scarf here, a cushion there. Which goes somewhat against the current wisdom that hails animal print as ‘the new neutral’ – the school of thought being its widespread use makes it less threatening. That’s not a school you or I went to, though, Angela. A flash of animal print, like the glimpse of a big cat lurking in the trees,…

IN A SPIN A double-height extension presented the opportunity to create an impressive staircase that defines the space. Against a minimally framed glass wall on one side, this open-tread structure, designed by architecture practice Cousins & Cousins, is made from a curved patinated steel sheet with a leather handrail and timber treads. ‘The shape and materials contrast sharply with the crisp white walls, making the staircase the focal point in this period house,’ says the practice’s co-founder Ben Cousins. One of the big challenges was achieving the right finish on the steel to give it the correct amount of patina for the setting, with many tests and samples created before the ideal result was achieved. ON THE RUN Duck-egg blue paint – this shade is Teresa’s Green estate emulsion, £45…

1. LUXURY TOUCH Thick slabs of Carrara marble beautifully frame this corner dining space. Simple sheepskins add comfort to wooden seats. The Urbo kitchen starts from £35,000, Roundhouse. 2. UNIFORM COLOUR Matching the upholstery of the seating with the rest of the kitchen provides a seamless connection. Bespoke kitchens start from £40,000 at Humphrey Munson. 3. SHAPE SHIFTERS The dynamic zigzag shape of this striking island-dining combo makes a powerful statement in azure blue honeycomb upholstery. The New Deco kitchen, from £35,000, Martin Moore. 4. LIGHT IMPRESSIONS Mirrored plinths lighten the load of this generous dining area, creating the illusion of a floating banquette. Bespoke Macassar kitchen, from £50,000, Smallbone of Devizes.…

FITTINGS Bespoke vanity unit with metal frame and marble top, £6,000, TG Studio. Geminus Advance bath, from £1,920, The Albion Bath Company. Vero undercounter basins, £199 each, Duravit. LB 1212 Classic wall-mounted basin mixer taps, £620.40 a pair; LB 1144 Classic bath shower mixer taps with standpipes, £1,806, all in chromium plate finish, Lefroy Brooks. Helo steam generator, from £3,225, The Big Bath Company. SURFACES Branco Venatto marble tiles, £104.40sq m, Natural Stone Projects. For similar bespoke panelling, try The English Panelling Company. Wall panelling painted in Wimborne White estate eggshell, £60 for 2.5L, Farrow & Ball. ACCESSORIES Candle, from £45, Neom Organics. Jasmine hand and body wash, £24, Bamford.…

AS lightbulb moments go, the one that prompted the design of the Aga cooker was rather prescient. The cooker was designed in 1922 by Gustaf Dalén, a Swedish physicist who won the Nobel Prize for inventing the first automated flashing beacon for lighthouses, but was then blinded by chemicals when a bulb he was testing exploded. Recuperating at home, Dalén realised how much time and physical effort his wife, Elma, spent feeding fuel into their range. He set out to design a model that incorporated two hotplates and two ovens. They worked at pre-set temperatures, allowing a variety of dishes to be cooked at the same time at lower or higher temperatures according to the ingredients. As well as catering for the full needs of the cook, this range kept…

Q With so much choice on offer, how do you decide what you need in your own space? As head of retail design at CP Hart, I always advise customers to think about who will use the space. For example, in a family bathroom you might want plenty of storage to keep the room uncluttered, but the priority in a master en suite might be to have twin basins. We are also seeing more demand at the moment for twin shower heads in one big walk-in shower area, which suits couples who get ready at the same time in the morning, usually. Q What is the best way to choose bathroom products? There’s no substitute for going to visit a showroom to help you identify the styles you like and…

PROJECT As part of a total renovation of their four-storey townhouse, built in 1840, interior designer Robert Moore and his partner, Jonathan Beak, chose to convert two drawing rooms on the first floor into a master bedroom suite. LAYOUT The first step was to create an opening between the two rooms. ‘We did think of adding double doors, but prefer to enjoy the natural light flowing through the large sash windows at the front and back of the house,’ says Robert. COLOURS The starting point for the scheme was a favourite navy ikat print, teamed with navy painted walls. ‘The colour is smart and strong, and in keeping with the modern-classic look we wanted,’ says Robert, who juxtaposed the dark colours with white fittings, ceiling and marble floor for contrast.…

FITTINGS Coniston freestanding bath, from £4,448. MPRO bath shower mixer in Brushed Brass, £999; MPRO wall-mounted 2-hole basin mixers in Brushed Brass, £329 per set, both Crosswater. Shui Comfort round basins in Muschio, £773 each, Cielo. Trace basin console in Soft Touch White, from £510, with vanity drawers, from £883, and bespoke tall cabinet in Willow Grey. Deline towel radiator in Matt White, from £225, Bisque. Glow LED demisting mirror, from £317, all available from CP Hart, cphart.co.uk. SURFACES Illustrate hexagonal tiles, £81m sq, Solus Ceramics, solusceramics.com. BUILD AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT Planet International, planetinternationaluk.com.…

Delicate branches of hazel set against a soft ivory background evoke a serene and elegant look. Echo the wallpaper and bring the design to life with a single branch displayed in the foreground. Introduce botanical style in an understated way by framing a favourite wallpaper or fabric. A grouping of vases beneath will draw the eye to your bespoke and full-of-impact artwork. Inspired by American folk art, this dreamy wallpaper will ensure a wonderful and whimsical welcome in an entrance hall. Team with bold furnishings that can hold their own against the fantasy backdrop. This trellis wallpaper speaks of blissful summer days in the garden. Working geometric motifs into the scheme gives the finished look a modern edge. Create a verdant table setting with artisanal ceramics swathed in foliage and…

LA LAITERIE The castle’s old dairy has been creatively converted into an arresting white-box gallery that includes two libraries. Free exhibitions of the family’s collection show works by remarkable artists such as Yves Klein and Sol LeWitt. MASSIGNAC The Domaine is situated just outside Massignac, a traditional quaint village of cobblestone paths that sits astride the River Moulde. The sunny town square is a charming spot in which to enjoy one of the delicious locally produced wines. COGNAC COUNTRY The countryside around Charente is where France’s famous spirit originated and when in this part of the country, visiting Cognac is a must. Take a tour of the Hennessy or Rémy Martin house, and pick up a bottle of amber elixir to bring home.…

Our raison d’être is to celebrate craftsmanship by offering tiles that are design led and have a timeless appeal.’ So says Rob Whitaker, creative director of Claybrook, the new brand shaking up the tile industry. ‘We love to create pieces with a human story. To us, tiles are an underappreciated art form. What makes our products so special is that you can see the hand of the maker.’ Claybrook is a small company and, says Tara Rees, head of design: ‘We’re like a family, with a core team of just 13. We split our time between our Shoreditch studio and Midlands office and warehouse. Jemma, our head of buying, travels with Rob to source the next range of tiles and, more recently, oak flooring, while I design, art direct and…

Twenty years ago, Lucy and Ernest van Vredenburch made the decision to move from London back to the east coast where they had both grown up. They couldn’t believe their luck when they found a historic hall between Chelmsford and Colchester for sale. The manor house of 16th-century origins had been extended in the 18th century to include a red-brick, wisteria-clad façade. ‘We knew as soon as we entered the drive that this was the house for us,’ says Lucy. Although in need of work, the property still felt like the most idyllic spot to raise a young family. Fast forward the years and Lucy has worked her interior design skills on restoring the tired hall and developing the layout into a stylish yet robust home, suited to relaxed family…

FIFTH-GENERATION Yorkshire-based family business Harrison Spinks is no ordinary bed maker. Innovative and forward-thinking, today it is the only bed manufacturer in the world to produce almost every element of its mattresses from scratch. Taking quality control to a whole new level results in success – once you’ve slept on a Harrison Spinks mattress, nothing else will do. And, in fact, you may already be. Harrison Spinks has been supplying well-known retailers for years with luxury own-brand mattresses and bed frames, as well as its own Harrison and Somnus ranges, but few people know the story behind this amazing family business. Its mattresses don’t start life in a factory, but on a farm. Bought in 2009, Hornington Manor Farm in North Yorkshire is situated just 18 miles away from the…

“CREATING A CONTEMPORARY COTTAGE GARDEN IS REALLY ABOUT USING TRADITIONAL PLANTS AND MATERIALS IN A MORE REFINED FORMAT, RATHER THAN TRYING TO PAIR MODERN MATERIALS AND COTTAGE PLANTS TOGETHER”GARDEN DESIGNER Tony Woods…

LOCATION The first thing to consider with a staircase is its position within the space. ‘It is fundamental to any design plan as a staircase ties levels together in order to create a unified whole,’ says architect Rodrigo Moreno Masey. Not just functional, statement staircases are sculptural forms channelling light through the voids. ‘It’s possible to transform a home’s layout by replacing several staircases with a single central one, with an atrium or a large skylight above allowing light to flood down to the lower levels,’ says Mike Fisher, founder and creative director of Studio Indigo. DESIGN From modern open staircases to spiral structures, floating treads and classical sweeps, the choice of design is not only endless but it will set the architectural tone of the entire house. ‘A staircase…

DESIGNER Richard Davonport, director, Davonport, 0845 468 0025, davonport.com. THE PROPERTY A six-bedroom detached Victorian home on the Essex coast. DESIGN BRIEF Although this kitchen hasn’t been changed structurally, the new owners – a young family – didn’t like the existing layout, which was dominated by a large dining table in the middle of the room. On their list of must-haves for the new kitchen was a couple of comfy armchairs for quieter family time, plus dining space that could sit eight to ten, and a carefully considered cooking area that would make it easy to entertain. DIMENSIONS 7x6.5m. LAYOUT The kitchen is zoned to maximise functionality for the heads of this family, who are both enthusiastic hosts and wine connoisseurs. The Aga and surrounding worktop space form the main…

1. RS68N8941SL Family Hub fridge freezer, H178xW91.2xD71.6cm, £2,999, Samsung. 2. RSXS18BL/C fridge freezer, H185xW91xD75cm, £1,899, Rangemaster. 3. KAG90AI20G fridge freezer, H177xW91xD72cm, £ 1,849, Bosch. 4. KA3902B20G fridge freezer, H177xW91xD72cm, £1,538, Neff. 5. Vertigo fridge freezer, H206xW168xD61cm, £20,320 (including joining kit for the two separate appliances), KitchenAid. 6. GSX961NSAZ InstaView fridge freezer, H179xW91.2xD73.8cm, £1,800, LG. 7. RMB96716CX fridge freezer, H178.2xW91.3xD74.6cm, £1,999, AEG. 8. ICB648PROG fridge freezer, H213.4xW121.9xD65.5cm, £26,880, Sub-Zero. 9. RF540ADUB5 fridge freezer, H179xW90xD69.5cm, £2,499.99, Fisher & Paykel.…

1. Bateau copper in Verdigris, H72xW170xD69cm, £4,939, William Holland. 2. Niederbronn cast iron, H73xW170xD70cm, £7,200, Catchpole & Rye. 3. Hollywood composite in Pale Green, H64xW175xD88.5cm, £7,850, Devon & Devon. 4. The Wye cast iron in copper, H67.5xW182xD78cm, £10,140, Drummonds. 5. Marlborough in Stone Grey, H72.8xW190.1xD87cm, £3,800, Victoria & Albert Baths. 6. Torino stainless steel in Black, H65.5xW168xD68cm, £2,757, Hurlingham at West One Bathrooms. 7. Madeira cast iron, supplied primed to paint, H72xW170xD69.5cm, £3,995 (not including paint finish shown), Heritage Bathrooms. 8. Beck freestanding Touchstone composite, H53.5xW169xD80cm, £1,519, Bathstore.…

WRAPPED BEAUTY Italian brand Ex.T is known for its innovative designs produced in collaboration with European designers, including German-born Sebastian Herkner, who has created this statement Ribbon bath (H55xW78.5xL170cm). Its LivingTec solid surface gives it a beautifully sculpted appearance. £5,018, ex-t.com  . DELICATE ILLUMINATE The stylish bathroom-compatible Raso S pendant light features frosted glass on the upper part and clear on the lower section, both in a delicate shade of pink. It measures H16.2xDia14cm and costs £238, from Ex.T, ex-t.com. TOP GLASS With handles in black Murano glass and a hexagonal spout, the Venezia wall-mounted basin mixer, from £884, adds a touch of luxury, from Italian brassware specialist, Fantini, fantini.it . FRESH FRAGRANCE Originating in France in 1643 Claude Trudon creates…

FITTINGS London 695 pedestal basins, £814 each; Winchester freestanding bath, from £1,707; Original three-piece low spout basin mixers, £530 per set; Simpsons Classic 1,400mm shower enclosure, £1,029; Continental 40 1,400mm shower tray, £406, Matki, all CP Hart, cphart.co.uk. SURFACES Similar Carrara marble tiles, from £71m sq, Mandarin Stone, mandarinstone.com.Walls in Basalt, £65 for 2.5L Flat Oil Eggshell, Little Greene, littlegreene.com. FABRICS Hand-printed Palma Small on Oyster twill, £112m, Bernard Thorp, bernardthorp.co.uk.…

PROJECT As part of a whole-house renovation for a Hertfordshire family, interior designers Russell and Jordan of 2LG Studio were asked to create a master en suite. ‘Our brief was to draw together the owners’ love of colour and eclectic taste to create a cohesive look,’ says Russell. LAYOUT ‘We decided to position the luxurious freestanding bath so it could be seen from the bedroom – it has a beautiful, organic shape, so why not make the most of it?’ says Jordan. COLOURS ‘We took our inspiration from the vintage chest of drawers, which we repurposed to become the basin vanity unit,’ says Russell. ‘It has a certain softness and texture that grounds the design and makes it easier to be confident with colour and pattern around it.’ Together they…

FITTINGS Coniston freestanding bath, £4,448; Eos Oval freestanding basins, £480 each, both Ashton & Bentley; Montreux floor-standing bath shower mixer, £3,280; Montreux 3-piece wall-mounted basin mixers, £750 each; Montreux fixed Dia24cm shower head, £840, and thermostatic mixer, £950, all Axor; Ballerina towel rail, £1,570, Vogue UK, all available from CP Hart, cphart.co.uk. SURFACES & ACCESSORIES Iron-frame mirror, from £1,200, The French House, thefrenchhouse.co.uk. Johnson Prismatics Lagoon Glazed ceramic wall tiles, £54m sq, Grout Tiles, grouttiles.com. Bespoke encaustic floor tiles, from £163.65m sq, Alhambra Tiles, alhambratiles.co.uk.…