Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 63 - 2023 i The Art of Design

We were fortunate enough to be involved at the early stages of the development, enabling us to suggest improvements on a macro and micro level to the scheme which fully incorporated the clients brief and ensured that the functionality of the space was suited to the client’s exact needs and lifestyle. Our team ensured that the concept of the scheme followed through into the landscape creating a fully coherent estate. Collaborating closely with the clients tastes and desires we devised a detailed brief to create a luxurious, homely, dark and moody scheme. The clients were heavily involved in the design process from the mood board, which gave the team a deeper understanding of their needs and functionality to the installation. We were able to drill down to every single detail…

Carpe Diem Beds, the designer brand that creates unique and well-designed beds and bedroom environments you never want to leave, has introduced fashion into its mix. This summer a Design Edition for 2023 launches, featuring the classic houndstooth pattern associated with Christian Dior and Jackie Kennedy, fusing French luxury with Carpe Diem Beds’ Swedish heritage. Creating a French Fashion Bedroom heaven The classic houndstooth pattern made popular by the French fashion industry has been woven into soft chenille from the Romo Group for extra elegance and comfort. Including the bestselling Sandö bed, minimalistic headboard Rivö and exclusive Reling bed legs, this lavishing continental bed combination adds a touch of sophistication to any room, making it the perfect choice for those who appreciate timeless style and quality. But it is not…

Enlisting the help and knowledge of one of the UK’s most skilled and experienced bed restorers, Shabs Kay – could be your answer. Her showroom, Victorian Dreams in Headley, Hampshire, is home to one of the largest showrooms of restored beds in the UK. The beds cost from £1,200 for a double bed, including a base going up in price depending on rarity and age. Having worked specifically in the antique and vintage bed industry for over 30 years, Shabs can advise and guide you through the pros and cons of the different styles, materials, and designs of beds available. What’s more, she has a further 250 beds awaiting restoration in stock, where you can choose your bed frame to be restored to your choice of colour or have it…

Creating a positive balance between home, work and play was the order of the day in this unique scheme and Julia Steadman, Commercial Director at Brandt Design explains, “We knew we were going to have fun working on this project as we needed to create a kitchen living space, which combines our client’s love of cooking, home entertaining, and rest and recreation with the addition of a full-size indoor ping pong table! In the main kitchen area, the Brandt Design contemporary style Urban Furniture in a dark wood finish helps absorb the natural daylight flooding in via the Crittall-style full height glazing, which includes French doors to the garden. A modern 8-spot lighting rail system in matt black helps to define the kitchen space, which features a run of full…

The project was developed for a young couple, he a bank clerk and she an interior designer, with five pets, three dogs and two cats. Customers were looking for more integrated environments, with an open gourmet kitchen, prepared to receive visitors and a space totally dedicated to animals. Carrying a fluid, light and at the same time striking identity was the main objective of the project. Woody tones and a very subtle gray, with multifunctional solutions for integrating environments, in addition to natural elements such as freijó wood and marble were the highlight of the project, which are also present in the furniture. Before the renovation, the property, which was 30 years old, consisted of two suites, two bedrooms, living room and kitchen. One of the bedrooms was eliminated and…

Our skilled artisans expertly mould and shape the liquid metal to create a smooth and continuous finish, resulting in a stunning visual effect that gives the impression of a solid piece of metal that is seamlessly integrated into the surface. Our finishes are not only visually striking, but they are also organic and living works of art. Over time, the metal will continue to evolve and develop, acquiring a natural patina that adds depth and character to the finish, creating a truly unique finish that is impossible to replicate. This process creates a truly unique finish that is impossible to replicate, ensuring that your surface will always be one-of-a-kind. Our liquid metal finishes include brass, bronze, copper, white metal, and special finishes, with the only limit being your imagination. Our…

Be sure to light up the garden with pathway lighting to lead the way to a door or car in safety. Elstead Lighting has a great range of pedestals, bollards and lamp-posts to provide outdoor decorative lighting solutions, including fixtures suitable for saline coastal conditions. Laydown the landscaping lighting infrastructure to bring out the best in feature trees, architectural shrubs and garden ornaments. Elstead lighting have a number of landscape lighting 12v products to bring gardens alive and create a dining space with a Pergola to hang an outdoor chandelier or ceiling fan with light. For more inspirational ideas, visit the Elstead Lighting showroom (GU34 2QJ) where you will find more than 500 exterior lighting models on display. The variety of choice is unrivalled. T: 01420 82377 | www.elsteadlighting.com…

Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, Akupanels are a premium wood paneling system that not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of residential, commercial, and hospitality environments but also provides superior acoustic properties. With Akupanel, customers can create a visually stunning space while enjoying optimal sound quality. Installation of Akupanels is quick and hassle-free, allowing customers to effortlessly elevate their spaces in no time. The versatility of the panels opens a world of design possibilities, making them suitable for various interior styles. The featured color, Smoked Oak, exemplifies the Akupanels’ ability to bring contemporary elegance and timeless charm to any setting. By choosing Akupanels, customers can create a warm and inviting atmosphere that exudes both sophistication and comfort, all while improving acoustic performance in most spaces. Discover the endless possibilities of…

With an extensive knowledge of interiors and a forward-thinking approach, My Furniture are constantly creating fresh and original designs. An increasing number of design professionals are favouring this dependable and affordable furniture provider; including architects, interior designers and property developers. Early 2020 saw My Furniture substantially extend their warehouse and showroom, resulting in increased stock availability and further streamlining the ordering process for the customer. With over 11,000 Trust Pilot reviews and consistent 5-star ratings, customers can buy in confidence. Designing in-house in the UK enables this luxury interiors brand to do what they do best – offer unique luxury pieces at affordable prices. Equipped with an in-house upholstery team, allows them the flexibility to provide bespoke fabric options to suit their customers’ specific needs. My Furniture regularly add new…

Scavolini is renowned for creating kitchens with personality, and this is nowhere more evident than in its collaboration with Diesel Living. Now, the Italian manufacturer is excited to launch its latest collaboration – Diesel Get Together, an evolution of 2017’s best-selling Diesel Social kitchen. The key to Diesel Get Together is its flexibility, offering furniture for both kitchen and living rooms as well as, increasingly, the home office areas we all need for our hybrid working lives. Its modular pieces come in a range of sizes, colours and finishes, and can be used to create a customised kitchen-living space to suit all tastes and requirements. To complement Diesel Get Together is the Misfit collection of painted metal shelving, chests and a trolley. Available in deep blue, bright yellow and soft…

This stunning Arts and Crafts property was recently transformed into a modern family home, bursting with colour and personality, making space for a growing family. Channelling AMC Design’s ethos to do a house once and do it right – leaving space for a family to grow, the design brief was looking for function, flexible living and flair to combine within the beautiful bones of this historical property. The family expressed their interest in converting the loft space, which led to the creation of two further bedrooms, an office, bathroom and playroom for their three children. A creative family, their excitement to bring colour and style into their traditional home was the main impetus for engaging AMC Design. Referred by an existing client, AMC Design and its founder Ann Marie Cousins…

As the weather heats up and we spend more time outside, it’s the perfect opportunity to refresh our homes with the latest summer interior design trends. There is a plethora of fascinating new products available to help you create a fashionable and comfortable home for the season. Whether you’re looking to update your living room, bedroom, or home office, these 2023 summer trends are sure to inspire. Let’s take a closer look at some of the hottest products and design ideas for the summer, so you can transform your home into a chic and welcoming oasis. BRING NATURE INSIDE Summer isn’t complete without beautiful green trees and blossoming flowers. Decorate with tall, standing house plants to get your home in line with summer interior design trends in 2023. House plants…

ADELANTE, WELCOME HOME The first look, the first touch. It is probably the most important one to make an impression. At home, everything starts at your doorstep. Warm welcomes, long-awaited reunions or unexpected goodbyes, Adelante is here for you and ready to receive your guests. Saying welcome was never that refined and intense. LENA, YOUR FLAGSHIP TOUCH INTERFACE After Lisa and Ellie, big sister Lena now completes the range as flagship touch display. Lena combines lights, shades, scenes, temperature music and even communicates with your Adelante door phone. She comes in 12 premium finishes to perfectly match any high-end interior. ADELANTE, A DESIGN STORY BY KLAAS ARNOUT At home, it’s important to feel good, to feel safe and secure. It’s the place where you welcome your guests and make them…

INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO: Vitale BUILT AREA: 80+25 m2. Barcelona Decocer Ceramics, Devon Collection In the historic center of the small Spanish city of Mediterranean tradition, Castellón, we find the rehabilitation and transformation of the studio-workshop of the poet and artist Bernat Artola into a home for a creative couple. The Vitale studio, author of the change, is able to rescue its roots and tell its story, using small-size ceramic pieces from Decocer. When the interior designers tackled the renovation of the house, it was in its original state, which has allowed them to recover the essence of the original construction while providing an open look and adapted to the needs of modern life. RESCUING THE POETRY OF THE SPACE The result highlights the warm and authentic soul of the space…

Conceived in 1996, Neptune’s very first design was a garden hammock – made around a kitchen table by the company’s two co-founders, John Sims-Hilditch and Giles Redman. Over 20 years on, the business has gone from strength to strength, expanding into all areas of home and garden and launching three design services. Most recently, they’ve introduced Neptune Trade, which gives interior designers, architects, and landscape designers an exclusive discount on their designs. Neptune are unique in offering everything from largescale furniture down to beautiful accessories, covering kitchen, bathroom, dining, living and more. They even have their own paint and fabric collections, so you can source everything you need for your project. The Neptune Trade discount can be used online or in any one of the over 30 stores they have…

Extractor hobs have become an increasingly popular solution when creating an elegant and efficient cooking environment. As a premium product, manufacturers have focused on larger sizes, but Elica has designed NikolaTesla FIT to meet the needs of those who only have a smaller space. It is the first induction hob with integrated extraction that can be installed in a standard base unit. The standard NikolaTesla FIT comes in two widths - 60cm and 72cm - but both fit into a standard 60cm base. A bridge function allows two cooking zones to be joined together to create a single area which guarantees a uniform cooking temperature in even large rectangular and oval pans. Also available is the 80cm NikolaTesla FIT XL with four cooking zones, though, if you need to cook…

The La Cornue brand is also a popular choice among the world’s leading chefs for their personal kitchens. Already available in several locations throughout the UK, La Cornue has recently launched a spacious showroom in the centre of Harrogate. The new showroom – which is La Cornue’s first joint UK showroom with sister brand AGA – offers an unrivalled shopping experience for anyone looking for an expertly designed range cooker. Knowledgable staff are on-hand to discuss projects of all sizes, from selecting the perfect range cooker to designing made-to-measure cabinetry in La Cornue’s distinctive enamel finishes, and choosing beautifully made accessories. Ovens are the cornerstone of La Cornue’s expertise, and the brand offers customers a host of options. The prestigious Château collection features a patented vaulted oven design inspired by…

The Vidar Triple, with a panoramic, 3-sided fire view, is one of the most popular stoves in the Dik Geurts range. It is Ecodesign compliant with an A rated energy label and easy manual air slide control. The Vidar Triple series now includes small, medium and large models, each with a freestanding or wall-mounted option. The freestanding models have ample wood storage capacity and all models have optional external air connection for clean burning and high efficiency. All versions also have infrared side windows, which enable high flames and comfortable heating. In addition, the small Vidar Triple models have an average 4.9 kW heat output, which means, under UK regulations, there is no need to install extra ventilation points in the room. Dik Geurts wood fires and stoves are available…