Innholdsfortegnelse for September 2025 i Homes & Gardens

As summer winds down, it feels like the perfect moment to pause and embrace a slower pace. While we usually revel in bold pattern and vibrant colour, this month we’re celebrating calm: neutral palettes, natural materials, and richly textured spaces that feel both grounding and timeless. We step inside the beautiful Biarritz home of design duo Gilles & Boissier – a lesson in working with wood. From rugged beams to elegant panelling, the interiors honour the natural beauty of timber, celebrating every grain, knot and imperfection. Our Design Ideas story (page 54) focuses on the joy of repurposing – whether it’s breathing new life into a tired piece of furniture or hunting down something secondhand. Many of my favourite pieces at home are vintage finds; it’s not just about sustainability,…

IN AN age when so much happens on screen, it was a deep-seated desire to work with his hands that first led George Winks towards woodworking. Having grown up in Johannesburg, he set out as an apprentice knife maker before moving to London to study fine art. When a stint as a computer-based graphic designer left him unfulfilled the idea of founding his own practice began to take shape. ‘I knew I really wanted to be the creative director of a design studio, and that the best way to achieve that was to set the studio up myself,’ he says. ‘There’s something about the human scale of furniture, the domestic intimacy of it, that’s always drawn me in. I’m fascinated too by how things work and that with our hands…

Joy is a US-based designer but her work takes her all over the world. Now running her own studio – Joy Moyler Interiors – she has over 25 years of experience and a degree in architecture. She is celebrated for her use of colour and pattern. “Sustainability exists on three core principles. Environmental: regarding natural resources and how they are used, reducing pollution, conserving energy and the impact of climate change. Social: creating opportunities for financial growth and economic development and eradicating hunger and poverty for all. Economic: long-term education, employment, income and overall mental well-being. So how does all this relate to design? How do we approach and integrate the practices into creating homes to sustain, nourish and provide in decades to come? An image that frequently comes to…

As design director for Kit Kemp Design Studio and art ambassador for Firmdale Hotels, and having studied architecture at Cambridge and sculpture in Germany, Willow is well versed in anything art-related. “Murals have been around for centuries, but beyond their historical and cultural impact they are now a rising force in interior design for good reason: they are design tools. A mural becomes the wall, blurring the line between art and space. It can create depth and dimension, making a small room feel expansive, or give a flat surface texture with movement. Wall paintings are storytellers, bespoke and communicating something personal, tailored to a particular space. A memorable experience for me was trying to spot our childhood black cat, my dad with his round glasses, a chess board, the London…

On her first visit to this home in an exclusive area of north London, Pernille Lind was struck by its leafy setting. ‘It was autumn and the fallen leaves looked striking against the house’s beautiful red brick exterior.’ By the time she left, a colour scheme was taking shape in her mind, one that delved into mellow tones such as dusky olive green, chocolate brown and burgundy, which could be combined with lighter elements. Today, this is a family home for all seasons, but, for Pernille, ‘it will always have a warm, autumnal atmosphere’. During her redesign of this entire home for a family of five, Pernille, who is the founder of Pernille Lind Studio, remained ever mindful of the house’s innate character and heritage. While she was keen to…

BATHING BEAUTY West One Bathrooms has expanded its sustainable line-up with the introduction of Finland’s Woodio brand, which marries Nordic design heritage with bio-material innovation. Woodio’s signature material is a 100% waterproof wood composite made from PEFC- and FSC-certified aspen chips and by-products of the Finnish forest industry, blended with polyester resin to achieve a half bio-based, half fossil-free composition. Cold-temperature production powered by renewable energy and minimal water use have trimmed its carbon footprint by up to 50% versus traditional ceramics and stone. Woodio Flow free-standing bath in Natural, from £5,213, West One Bathrooms. FULL STEAM AHEAD Caple’s new four-piece pan set brings green innovation to your stovetop. Crafted from recycled stainless steel, each piece champions resource conservation without sacrificing strength. Designed for downdraft hobs, the pans feature patented edge…

PURE JOY ‘While the layout needs to be practical, with as much storage as possible, the kitchen must be beautiful because it is where we spend so much time,’ says interior designer Stephanie Barba Mendoza. ‘We all gravitate to spaces with warmth, so that tends to be my focus.’ A warm pink scheme, balanced by cooler, calmer shades of green is a favourite and a combination that she attributes to her childhood growing up in Mexico. ‘I embrace colour, especially in a kitchen connected to a garden – green brings in a sense of the outside and makes the room feel larger.’ She might run the soft pink of the walls over the ceiling and the same with a verdant wallpaper in an adjacent dining area. ‘I also love to…

All the latest news, including what’s new in eco interiors, the continued rise of artisanal design, favourite looks and the creatives shaping the spaces of tomorrow NEW DIRECTION Interior designers Jo leGleud and Scott Maddux, co-founders of Maddux Creative, unveil Maison, a new online shop featuring 10 unique pieces from their archive, spanning furniture, lighting, textiles and hardware. Highlights include the Forma Sheer fabric, £174m, as seen in their Granary project. Each piece reflects the duo’s signature approach: layered storytelling, refined materiality and playful form. Made in collaboration with artisans, Maison brings their bespoke interiors into everyday homes. Botanical study Flora Roberts’ latest wallpaper collection brings her hand-painted botanical studies to life in four new designs, priced at £234 a roll. Constance (shown) entwines two of her favourite roses, fittingly…

Atelier Como Having met when they both worked for the iconic designer Ilse Crawford at Studioilse, Sheila Cortale and Inés Moyes Li-Wearing branched off to start Atelier Como, imbuing it with what they learned under Ilse. ‘Her approach was so much about how the need to feel comfortable, grounded and emotionally connected in a space is as important as the aesthetics, and that’s what we now bring to every project,’ Inés says. ‘Yes, we’re always concerned with the finer moments that help to create the overall atmosphere,’ Sheila agrees. In a recent project in north London, this meant a beguilingly soothing palette of grown-up neutrals layered with texture and what Inés calls ‘gentle pattern’ that came from the delicate silk rugs and the occasional burst of colour in the art.…

Abstract thinking Featuring appliqué shapes and embroidered biomorphic forms that dance on a woven sisal base, this new handcrafted wallcovering from Élitis creates a joyous scene of colour and texture. With a warm, tactile ground, the abstract patterns generate a captivating dialogue when paired with the organic markings of natural stone. Lazgi wallcovering in Invitation à la danse, £2,346 a roll, Tribus collection at Élitis Opposites attract Bring light-hearted relief to strong architectural lines by decorating with spirited squiggly prints. Inspired by a dress owned by the Swedish textile designer Karin Larsson, this intuitive, hand-drawn design provides a fun contrast to the striking chequerboard floor in this entryway. Bench in Karin’s Dress linen in Denim, £145m, Cathy Nordström Making waves With its meandering lines embellished with coral-shaped edging, this fresh…

ALL IN THE MIX A traditional country-house-in-London vernacular can be given a little edge with an explosion of colour and a scattering of contemporary furniture. Tiffany Duggan of Studio Duggan believes any interior benefits from a mix of old and new. The clients wanted their London home to feel collected, ‘like it had been growing over time’, says Tiffany. This was easy to achieve because the owners already had antiques and art. The clients brought with them the graphic wool carpet as well as the art collection, which includes a woodcut by Tom Hammick over an antique mantel from Lassco. To the right hangs a family oil portrait. VINTAGE CHARM The joy about using antiques is that they instantly prevent rooms from looking too ‘put together’. When decorating a barn…

There’s an air of tranquillity about this Texan home that surrounds you as soon as you walk through its steel-arched door, with its enviable position close to the state’s Lake Austin and its idyllic waterside views in one direction and downtown Austin and the sprawl of the University of Texas campus in the other. The interior designer on this new build, Vanessa Alexander of Alexander Design, says her clients wanted a ‘fresh and edited language’ to balance its Spanish Revival architecture, the work of the classicist San Antonio-based architect Michael G Imber. ‘There are a lot of new builds in Austin; it’s a growing community,’ says Vanessa, ‘and the clients wanted a more warm and softly contemporised house. ‘We joined Michael on the project early on; there was already a…

At night, you can sit outside and hear the frogs - the area is very quiet,’ says Tanya Saban, co-founder of Broad Project, the studio behind this home in Nichols Canyon, Los Angeles. Shrouded by such evocatively Californian trees as avocado, lemon, olive and eucalyptus, the home was designed not with a client in mind, but for the designers to flex their decor muscles, work together for the first time and see what they could create, a calling card in the biggest and boldest of ways. ‘The neighbourhood feels like a reprieve from the noise and madness of LA and that sense of sanctuary, of retreat from the city, is what we wanted to fill this project with,’ Tanya adds. And so a peacefully pared-back aesthetic was developed, a melding…

1 CLIMATE ZONES ‘Sustainable UK landscape design is going to rely on introducing a range of trees and plants that are already adapted and thriving in world climate zones close to our 2050 predictions. Cornwall, for example, in the future will align with current-day northern Portugal, Oregon’s east coast, France’s west coast and areas of New Zealand. In such places, we see resilient Cork Oak, Stone Pine and Acer monspessulanum, which provide real alternatives to our native oaks or field maples.’ Garden designer Thomas Hoblyn 2 SMALL CHANGES, BIG DIFFERENCES ‘Small changes, added together, can make a big difference. By rethinking how we design and manage our gardens, we can build resilience to climate change and better cope with extreme, erratic weather. Be water-wise: collect, store and reuse rainwater to…

FOR 50 years, Martin Moore has been at the forefront of bespoke, luxury kitchen design, creating classic kitchens from the highest quality materials. To mark this golden anniversary and the launch of the Legacy collection, Martin Moore is hosting an exclusive event at its Notting Hill showroom. Homes & Gardens’ global brand director and group editor in chief, Sarah Spiteri, will be in conversation with interior design duo Romanos Brihi and Venetia Rudebeck of Studio Vero, which is known for interiors that are both timeless and deeply personal. They will discuss how design has evolved over the last 50 years and there will also be the opportunity to put your design questions to the panel. The talk will be followed by a cookery masterclass with Pied à Terre, London’s longest-standing…

ON REFLECTION Mirrored glass can play a pivotal role in crafting bathrooms with art deco style. Techniques such as bevelled edges, laminated and etched patterns, and the intricate artistry of verre églomisé – where gold or silver leaf is applied to the reverse side of glass – are hallmarks of this look. In fashion designer Bella Freud’s London home, which is almost entirely decorated in salvaged and reclaimed materials, a mirrored feature wall adds a glamorous feature above the Cipollino marble-clad bath. ‘The art deco-inspired mirror pieces are actually 1970s and came from the Unilever building along London’s Embankment,’ says Maria Speake, founder of Retrouvius. Salvaged mirror and marble sourced by Retrouvius. Lapicida stocks Cipollino marble, from £795sq m. Antique washstand, Gallery 25 SHINE THROUGH Sure, you can be subtle…

MUMBAI, on India’s west coast, has always held a special place in my heart. It’s my mother’s birthplace and we would return there often to visit friends and relatives. With its art deco buildings, sea breeze and beaches, the city felt like another world compared to Delhi, where I grew up. It was there that I first tasted mangoes, lychees and custard apples and strolled along Marine Drive eating ice cream. For me, Mumbai remains a sensory adventure, rich with meaning. ■ Growing up, I spent time at my grandmother’s house in Santacruz or at friends’ homes in South Mumbai, but with my own family I’ve explored farther afield. Recently we did a private tour with Khaki Tours – cruising around the fort area in an open-top jeep with a…

1. I start my mornings with a walk from my home around Clissold Park – it really helps me clear my head. I even do walking meetings with the team; conversation flows and we often come up with our best ideas. 2. Immersive theatre is my escape. I love stepping into another world, especially with a company like Punchdrunk. It’s never the same twice and the chats afterwards with friends are just as fun – comparing what we saw and what we missed. 3. Even after almost 10 years in the business, I still get a buzz from finding a great vintage piece, such as my yellow Poul Volther chair, which was the whole reason I started Vinterior. I love the quirks, the history, the feeling that something’s truly unique.…

Slowly does it Wilde Studio was founded by British-Bulgarian sisters Nadine and Katrina Wilde in 2020 – having both moved back home during the pandemic, they decided to take on a studio together at Acava Spode Works in a former ceramics factory in their hometown, Stoke-on-Trent. Nadine specialises in hand-weaving, and Katrina, in natural dyeing using pigments from plants grown in her allotment. Together, they use slow and traditional craft methods, combining their handmade textiles with repurposed vintage material, fabric waste sourced from mills, and local wool yarns. The textiles and accessories are created on a small scale, with a focus on longevity and timelessness. Keep an eye on their Instagram to find out about upcoming studio sales, workshops and exhibitions. Pictured here is a selection of Studio Wilde cushions…

COLOUR OF THE MONTH ‘For this east-facing bedroom, we chose a rich teal that transforms beautifully with the natural light. In the morning, the teal feels crisp and invigorating. By afternoon and into the evening, it deepens into a more dramatic, cocooning shade. Paired with warm woods, brass accents and the ochre bed, it creates a layered look that works year-round.’ Paul Longman, co-founder and designer, The Country House Cumbria. Walls in Burlington Arcade marble matt emulsion, £64.50 for 2.5ltr, Mylands COLOUR OF THE MONTH JEWEL-TONED TEAL QUIET DRAMA ‘This kitchen leads off a large off-white sitting room, so we wanted to create a more grounding, intimate feel. The dark hue is refined yet relaxed and makes a beautiful backdrop to the burr wood cabinet; we deliberately echoed these tones…

A ALFRED NEWALL Having trained at the Building Crafts College then worked at Plain English, Alfred set up his practice in 2010. With his skilled team he now makes his exquisite collection of furniture as well as bespoke pieces in his South Downs workshop. ‘I use native hardwoods whenever possible. There’s something wonderful about felling wood and making in the same county, and carrying the natural identity through the piece,’ he says. alfrednewall.com ANGUS ROSS Award-winning designer Angus Ross has been working with wood for 30 years, with a focus on steam bending. He uses local timbers, such as oak felled from an ancient bluebell wood near his Perthshire workshop, as part of a woodland management plan. Steam bending allows him to use timber efficiently with minimal waste, he says,…

SUSTAINABLE design starts with an ethos. For me, it was integrated into my upbringing. I was born and raised in Finland and we have a closeness and appreciation for nature. I grew up with architecture and design that is created with natural surroundings in mind, so you feel at home in the natural world rather than at odds with it. It’s a peaceful way to exist. ■ Sustainability in design can mean so many things: it’s about using natural materials that are sustainably sourced; considering and honouring the existing character of the building; and designing so that the things you use and the rooms have longevity – so you don’t have to rip out and start again in a few years. ■ When you begin a project, think about what…

This home is rooted in the client’s Irish heritage,’ says interior designer Ash Wilson of the early-Victorian house that amounts to a celebration of Irish craftsmanship and design. The sprawling three-storey property is situated on one of Dublin’s most prestigious streets – one the clients had always wanted to live on – where houses rarely come up for sale. Because the house is Grade II-listed, the works had to be agreed by the conservation department. Architectural detailing was carefully revived to echo the home’s heritage – coving was reinstated, reclaimed fireplaces reintroduced and the original windows repaired by hand. ‘En suites had been installed in some of the bedrooms that made the rooms very unbalanced,’ says Ash, ‘so we were allowed to remove one of them to maximise the grand…

On tap Atelier Tradewinds has designed a stylish and versatile stainless-steel garden tap that can be easily connected to your hose and mounted to a tabletop with a clamp. Whether you want to enhance an outdoor cooking area with a basic sink setup or introduce a spot for washing hands and watering small pots, the FounT is a chic and convenient way to introduce a tap outdoors. Established 27 years ago, the Belgium-based company has recently been taken over by the founder’s daughter, Laure Galeyn, and the FounT marks her first design for Atelier Tradewinds. It retails at €275. Plant life Ethimo and Studiopepe have partnered up once again to create a new collection of outdoor planters. Innesti comprises three new planters with simple, sculptural forms in lightweight concrete in…

“Hinton Ampner is a 12-acre ‘garden of rooms’ designed last century by Ralph Dutton, but there has been a dwelling here since Anglo-Saxon times. Ralph wanted tranquillity and used pastel tones, harmonious colours, open lawned spaces and wooded glades to create a peaceful setting. He paid attention to detail and designed holistically, so the space is naturally interconnected by clever planning and each corner brings a new delight – a view of veteran trees, beds of scented roses or a chalk pit ensconcing you in exotic flowers – yet each unique element organically blends with the whole. I’ve been here since early last year, but with the Trust for nearly 14 years. It’s a passion and lifestyle, not just a job. I grew up in Surrey surrounded by fields and…

1. HEART AND SOUL Opting for a contemporary timber scheme fuses wood’s inviting warmth with crisp, uncluttered lines. In this London project, Tiffany Duggan of Studio Duggan had oak cabinets stained to a similar tone as the reclaimed timber floor. ‘Wooden kitchens add so much warmth and soul to a space. We didn’t want a Shaker-style kitchen, preferring a simpler, more contemporary design, so we opted for a super slimline frame with a rounded profile,’ Tiffany says. The island’s curved cupboards softened what might otherwise have felt like a monolithic block, encouraging better flow in the compact footprint, while the matching rounded shelves reinforce the theme. Bespoke kitchen in dark oak veneer and Hornblende by Paint & Paper Library, Studio Duggan 2. LIGHT THE WAY Lightening oak with a pale…

SERENE SANCTUARY ‘Our purpose is to create interior landscapes and unique personal environments that actively promote human health and have a positive impact on the planet,’ says designer Louisa Grey, founder and creative director of House of Grey. She favours natural, resilient materials that are designed to last, in organic shapes and gentle hues that create a tranquil environment – particularly so in bathrooms. ‘I enjoy luxuriating in a spacious, well-designed bathroom, with considered storage so that everything is accessible but hidden from view,’ she says. A Japanese ofuro-style cedar soaking bath, linen towels and white pebble natural stone flooring are among her favourite choices, with simple blinds to filter the morning light. ‘I adore Aromatherapy Associates for natural oils in the bath, the heat of the water creating the…

CALAMARI WITH CRISPY SAGE SERVES 2 AS A MAIN 0R 4 AS A STARTER 100g plain flour2 tbsp cornflour1 tsp paprika500g frozen squid, tubes and tentacles, defrosted and cut into 1 cm rings or slicesHandful of sage leavesSea salt and freshly ground black pepperSunflower oil, for deep-fryingAioli, to serve ■ Place the flour, cornflour and paprika in a bowl and season with salt and pepper. Drain off any water from the squid and pat dry with paper towels. Add the squid to the seasoned flour and shake off any excess. Set aside. ■ Heat a 3cm depth of oil in a heavy-based pan to 190°C (to test, drop a pinch of flour in the oil – if it sizzles, you are ready to go). Deep-fry half of the squid for 2-3…