Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 73 - 2025 i The Art of Design

The OASIS HOUSE project, a unique desert home designed by Robert Majkut Design Studio, has won the residential architecture category at the prestigious Opal Award 2024. The jury praised the exceptional aesthetics, advanced technologies and harmonious integration with nature that set this project apart from others. Can we live in the desert (again)? OASIS HOUSE is not just a house, it is a manifesto of modern architecture. Its uniqueness lies in the creation of a contemporary oasis that blends harmoniously with the harsh desert climate while offering comfort and functionality. The oasis is the beginning of each habitat, providing shade, water, vegetation and the opportunity to grow crops or raise animals. It is a place where nature soothes with its presence, and trees and shrubs protect from wind and sun.…

The Latest Marbles From Exclusive Collection Following the success of the preview at Marmomac 2024, Antolini®, icon of natural stone, launches Invisible® Sunset and Cipollino GreyWave, the two latest additions to the Exclusive Collection: two enchanting marbles that are the result of the curiosity and passion that have always spurred the Verona-based brand to explore the world’s remotest locations in order to discover the most extraordinary natural stones. With its striated appearance, the result of irregular stratifications, Cipollino marble has fascinated us since ancient times. The surface of Cipollino GreyWave is made particularly vibrant by the mysterious play of white, grey and black veining that intertwine to create a unique, unrepeatable pattern. Invisible® Sunset, a true explosion of visual and sensory emotions, is an extraordinary marble, the surface of which…

Pop culture décor, top brands, and artwork, a bathroom with a window, and many more design and technical solutions – all within just 71 m2. This is the interior of the apartment for a financier’s family in Moscow. We completed a design project and implemented the interior. An estimate was prepared, and the implementation cost was fixed during the design stage, which remained unchanged throughout the renovation. Features A corner apartment featuring one bathroom, a spacious hallway, and a small bedroom Our clients, an active couple, had several key requests for their interior design: they wanted an isolated office, a comfortable kitchen with an island, and designated spaces for their collections and travel magnets. We successfully fulfilled all their wishes and discovered creative solutions for some of the challenges we…

As we step into 2025, the world of interior design continues to evolve, driven by the desire for spaces that inspire, comfort, and adapt to modern living. At Fenabel, we pride ourselves on staying at the forefront of these trends, crafting furniture that seamlessly blends innovation, sustainability, and style. This year, the focus shifts to designs that do more than fill a space—they tell a story. From sustainable materials that honor the planet to bold colors and textures that spark emotion, the trends of 2025 reflect a deeper connection to the spaces we inhabit. Fenabel’s dedication to exceptional craftsmanship and forward-thinking design ensures that our pieces not only meet these emerging demands but redefine what it means to create a space that truly feels like home. SUSTAINABLE SIMPLICITY In 2025,…

This brownstone apartment, steps from Central Park, is the pied-aterre for an empty-nester blended family who reside primarily in Seattle, with a palette drawn from Pacific Northwest tones of greens, blues, deep grays, and white oak paneling. The clients had occupied the rear garden duplex for a number of years when the front triplex became available. The two units connected only at the garden level, with front stairs leading up to the parlor and down to the cellar, and rear circulation leading down to the cellar and out to a two-level outdoor garden. The design approach sought to blur the boundary between the two units, while creating private suites at different levels that would enable visitors to come and go independently. The primary living spaces and bedroom suite were located…

From lighting and climate control to security and entertainment, their products empower you to personalise your home with refined elegance. Music isn’t just a feature of their products—it’s at the core of their DNA. They understand the transformative power of music in shaping environments, evoking emotions and enhancing experiences. That’s why they bring music to the heart of your home. Your favourite music fills the room through their design speakers which are only a tap away using their Basalte Home app, touch displays, Miro remote and design controls. Rondo revealed, elevate your audio experience to a true piece of art Rondo is a unique collection of design speakers crafted for the most exclusive homes. These high-end speakers seamlessly blend crystal-clear audio with a playful design, elevating your audio experience to…

As one of the longest established practices in the City of Dreaming Spires and the Gateway to the Cotswolds, Oxford Architects believe in contemporary, sustainable and innovative architecture with collaboration at the core of our ethos. With over 60 years of experience across multiple sectors including luxury housing, high-end development, hospitality and the education sector, our reputation in contemporary design, as well as in the world of heritage and conservation remains highly trusted by clients such as the University of Oxford and its respective colleges. Our design studio works with private clients and developers alike creating bespoke buildings which are as contextual as they are sustainable. By profoundly understanding the daily routines, needs, lifestyles and aspirations of our clients and their families, we are able to create timeless designs which…

Princes Risborough, Wednesday 26th February 2025 – With the 2025 Hilton Trends Report declaring this year as ‘the Year of the Travel Maximiser’, Hypnos explores how hoteliers can enhance guestroom comfort and capitalise on sleep tourism. Branded as a year of the “Great Recharge”, 2024 saw sleep retreats and sleep tourism make headlines as guests focussed on their wellbeing. Having interviewed over 13,000 travellers, Hilton found that guests want to maximize every moment of their time away during 2025. According to the Sleep Tourizzzm 2.0 report, around two-in-five travellers choose hotels they expect a better night’s sleep in. A fifth of global travellers even reported indulging in ‘Hurkle-Durkling’ whilst on holiday – a Scottish phrase for ‘lounging in bed all day’ – and more than a quarter of travellers booked…

Set in one of Melbourne’s leafier suburbs, Kernan Residence spatially draws inspiration from the exterior sculptural form, achieving a sophisticated sense of calm through refined detailing and a rich material palette. A well-considered series of spaces celebrate the home’s voluminous proportions, while creating intimate spaces for rest and relaxation. The more open spaces allow for impromptu meeting moments around the kitchen island and entry foyer. A sculptural staircase located centrally within the floor plate welcomes you on arrival with a gallery-like feel and a sense of being centre stage. The brief was to heighten the interior experience, drawing from the exterior’s solid sculptural aesthetic: a series of considered spaces with heightened unexpected moments through a series of light-filled double-height volumes engaging with its occupants, while connecting the upper-level sleeping and…

Discover stunning decorative lighting options in our next catalogue which will be launched in the New Year. Filled with both carefully selected existing products and a host of gorgeous new fittings we’re excited to share with you. With a focus on exquisite flush ceiling lights that add a touch of elegance to any room, to decorative table and floor lamps that offer both style and function, our new collection has something to suit every interior. If you love our current Perdita range then you will definitely love our new Coral range. Matt black finish pendants on chain suspensions and a matching wall light featuring two dazzling layers of different shaped crystals. The refracting light from the octagonal shaped and coral-like crystal glass layers makes these fittings mesmerizing to look at.…

Deep, moody colors and sculptural textured shapes, punctuated by richly veined marble elements, define the spaces of this Boerum Hill townhouse, designed to enable a social family of three to maximize spaces for entertaining and accommodating visitors. In the entry, the walls are painted a deep green, and a green and pink checkerboard floor is a twist on the traditional black and white. A custom asymmetrical curved mirror picks up the arch of the door. In the parlor, a curved sofa and armchair frame two nested marble tables nestled atop a curvy rug. A custom walnut sideboard anchors the corner of the space. A gold painted relief by Andrew Zimmerman and Cloud Support by Mike Hansel are displayed over the original marble mantel. A deep fluted plaster arch with a…

The Future Begins Today Flicking through outdated static printed or digital brochures is for yesterday. In 2025 expectations are higher, the desire to seek out product possibilities in the quickest and most inspiring way, is not just desirable but essential. Now all this is possible in the world of Vicaima interior doors. Experience a journey of discovery, with the new Vicaima Interactive Interior Door Selector (IDS 25). Navigate easily from design, through performance, then pricing to availability and back again. Constantly enhanced, dynamic and relevant. Ever changing for our fast-moving construction market. As a company celebrating 65 years of innovation in 2025, the new Interactive IDS marks another significant step forward in progressing the interface between visionary ideas and realization. Blending a communication tool that speaks on multiple levels, from…

A rebirth that respects the past, a regeneration and a change of intended use that is “good” for places and people, that avoids overbuilding and recreates positive sensations, respectful of the past, almost creating two worlds, in perfect harmony and in continuous dialogue. These are the design objectives pursued by Arch. Andrea Benedetti, who personally followed the renovation of the old family barn, the one that belonged to his grandparents, now transformed into his home. First of all, important interventions have been made for the energy requalification of the buildings, in a successful attempt to make the most of the contribution of natural light and therefore reduce the energy needs of the house. How? Through the use of large glass walls in the living area, screened with an overhanging gutter.…

Family-run wallcovering specialists By Haleys is bringing the outside in this spring, with a new handpainted mural bursting with biophilic charm. A modern take on Chinoiseriestyle, Ophelia in Zest is packed with colour and brings a 21st century touch to the classic design technique. The design offers a whimsical escape into nature’s luscious wilderness, capturing the essence of tranquillity with suggestions of a far-off river adorned with vegetation. What’s more, a sense of mystique and drama exude from opulent shrubs and blossoms, resplendent in vibrant shades of pink, green and blue, at the forefront of the design. Richard Haley, Creative Director of By Haleys, said: “Ophelia was born from the popular chinoiserie style, but we wanted to dismantle and redefine the conventional stereotypes to unleash a whole new perspective. “Our…

With an exclusive construction made from agglomerated dark cork that eliminates the use of coloured metal sheets, the new design highlights the simplicity of utilitarian light while enhancing its environmental commitment. Inspired by a block of cork that appears to float, DAM’s ‘Cortina’ brings a touch of nature indoors, creating a warm atmosphere with its earthy tone and texture. The lamp transforms light into a delicate element like a curtain, shaping light and shadows in a vertical manner. ‘Cortina’ is available in a practical size, suitable for different space configurations, and integrates a standard LED lamp ensuring efficiency and longevity. The carefully designed shape that enhances the light in harmony with the cork makes the ‘Cortina’ an ideal choice for environments that value aesthetics and ecological responsibility, whether in a…

This year marks a significant milestone for Katia Perez Design, an award-winning interior design studio that has been redefining private residential spaces for a decade. Over the past ten years, the studio has established itself as a beacon of creativity and sophistication, bringing a deeply personal touch to luxury interiors across the UK. With an unwavering commitment to quality craftsmanship and a passion for blending aesthetics with functionality, Katia Perez Design continues to set the standard for elegant and timeless living spaces. A Vision Rooted in Experience Founded by Katia Perez, a designer with over 20 years of experience in the luxury design industry, the studio has built a reputation for delivering beautifully crafted interiors tailored to each client’s unique lifestyle. “Each project is tailored to each particular client,” Katia…

Wabi refers to living with humility and simplicity, while being in harmony with nature. Sabi is defined as the ability to accept the lifecycle of anything as it is - flaws and all. This is Wabi Sabi, the Japanese philosophy of accepting the imperfect. It is in this package of authenticity and calmness that Caffe Latte, together with Tasnim Ashraf, reveals its unique personality. Located in the main business center of North Africa, there is a small, but cosy studio, combining different rooms in one singular and sober space, whose rustic touch perfectly fits with the elegance and wealth of the pieces. At the entrance, we are impelled by the presence of Body Chair, an elegant and charming element designed by Masquespacio, which is, moreover, the main statement piece of…

For over 10 years, Europa Wine Racks has established itself as a leader in the design and manufacture of bespoke wine storage solutions, notably with our flagship product, Millésime. With an unwavering commitment to quality and aesthetics, we have revolutionized the way wine collectors and enthusiasts around the world store and display their precious bottles. Our team of expert designers, combined with premium materials, creates wine racks and shelves that go beyond simple storage solutions. Each piece we create is the result of a perfect fusion between functionality and art, offering our clients tailor-made solutions that adapt to their spaces and unique needs. Endless Possibilities for Every Space At Europa Wine Racks, we believe that every space is unique, just like wine collections. This is why we offer a wide…

The Green House, a mid-terrace residential property in Islington, London, is the personal project and family home of award-nominated architect Jeremy Foster, founder of J Foster Architects, a RIBA chartered architectural practice. With a primary emphasis on improving energy efficiency and minimising environmental harm by employing biophilic design principles, the overarching objective was to substantially reduce the building’s carbon footprint and overall energy consumption while simultaneously enhancing comfort and performance for the occupants. The ground floor was extended, creating a naturally ventilated kitchen-diner with overhead glazing and views onto a newly landscaped garden. The original Victorian facades were retained, with a new second-floor extension added to incorporate a bedroom, en-suite, home office and laundry room. Having worked with Ted Todd Fine Wood Floors on previous projects, J Foster Architects approached…

From our research into compositional balance and quest for a harmonious appearance comes the perfection of classical art that has rendered marble immortal. Marble brings to mind classicism’s delicate drapery and sinuous shapes, whose consummate beauty and perfection are accentuated by the subtle veining and delicate strength of marble. The porcelain Marble Lab collection comprises twelve shades, selected from the most elegant varieties of marble, featuring sometimes subtle, sometimes more intense veining which produces the elegant marbling effect. The refined color range comprises Arabescato Orobico, Atlantic Grey, Calacatta Bellissimo, Calacatta Elite, Calacatta Statuario, Dark Marquina, Glam Bronze, Noble Ecru, Pietra Grey, Premium White, Quarzo Greige and Taxos which are available in polished or semi-polished finishes, and 120x60, 60x60 and 60x30cm formats. To complete the range, we offer the latest Matt…

At Juliettes Interiors, we create exquisite, high-end interiors tailored to the most discerning clients. Specialising in luxury residential our award-winning design service blends elegance, innovation, and meticulous attention to detail. From concept to completion, we deliver bespoke spaces that reflect each client’s unique vision and lifestyle, ensuring an effortless and seamless experience. Our company ethos is built on excellence, creativity, and unparalleled service. We believe that luxury is personal, which is why we take the time to understand every detail of our client’s needs, sourcing and customising the finest luxury furniture, materials and finishes from the world’s best artisans. Whether a single piece or a full-scale project, our commitment remains the same—to deliver perfection. Beyond interiors, we provide a conciergelevel experience, working closely with international clientele, including royalty, celebrities, and…