Innholdsfortegnelse for January 2024 i The English Home

One of the things I love about this special time of year is the opportunity the holidays provide to reflect on the 12 months that have just passed as well as to look forwards with optimism. After we have enjoyed the excitement of celebrating the festivities, there is a deliciously quiet few days to slow down, reflect and plan ahead. As we embrace 2024 at The English Home, we have produced a special New Year’s edition for you. Inside, you’ll gain insights into how interior designers are planning to approach 2024 as they reveal their design resolutions (page 72), while our guide to statement lighting might just scratch an itch to add a practical piece with impact to update interiors (page 101). As we contemplate the highlights from the interior…

Made in Britain There is a wealth of skilled makers and designers on our shores, reviving time-honoured techniques through expertly crafted and creative designs. DeVOL launched its first coloured glass pendant with the help of a local glass artist. Wrought Iron and Brass Bed Co celebrated 20 years with a new 100% British iron four-poster bed frame. Long-established British manufacturer David Hunt Lighting introduced the Icarus collection modelled on a traditional wax candlestick. A perfect union, Burleigh and Barneby Gates’ collaboration resulted in a collection of timeless wallpapers proudly printed in England. The Isles range by Marlborough Tiles paid tribute to the Hebrides with textural irregularities capturing their natural, rugged beauty. Britain has a strong heritage of kitchen makers, from Barnes of Ashburton to The White Kitchen Company, creating beautiful,…

HAZELNUT MOCHA A festive alternative to hot chocolate, this decadent drink is a must for hazelnut lovers – rich and creamy with a hint of optional hazelnut-flavoured liqueur. Finished with whipped cream and toasted hazenuts Serves 2 INGREDIENTS 100g milk chocolate, chopped500ml milk of choice2 shots freshly brewed espresso1 tbsp chocolate hazelnut spread4–6 tbsp Frangelico liqueur (optional)200ml double cream1 tbsp finely chopped toasted hazelnuts METHOD • Place the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water and heat gently over a low heat until melted. Do not let the base of the bowl touch the surface of the water. • Place the milk in a saucepan and bring gently to the boil. Add the melted chocolate, coffee and chocolate hazelnut spread to the pan and…

SPOTLIGHT ON… Merry Moments At Home “Jewels for the home” is how Petra Palumbo describes her festive flourishes steeped in nostalgic charm. She created her signature hand-painted glass carafe and tumbler sets as a stylish eco-friendly alternative to having a plastic bottle on the bedside or desk. When her first small batch instantly sold out, she set up her homeware brand in 2019. New festive editions this year are ‘Christmas Flower’ and ‘Mistletoe’. Her limited-edition hand-painted glass baubles are mouth-blown in England, crafted using age-old techniques and topped off with gingham bows in an array of joyful hues. petrapalumbo.com Mindfully Merry Lamp LDN’s chic sustainable home goodies Many of us are trying to buy more mindfully, sustainably and ethically, and Anna McGregor and Lotte Martin are making our lives easier…

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A WELCOME CHANGE A lick of paint is a quick but highly transformative way to update a room. Add a bold stripe to walls for a striking change, or give furniture a creative update. Here, a lightly festive character that will look smart all year round has been given to a chest of drawers and lampshade with the use of green and red. The addition of a stocking is perfect for guests over Christmas – fill with a few essentials such as travel-sized toiletries and a pair of cosy socks to make them feel at home.Wall, Piranesi Pink and Pointe Silk, £55.95 for 2.5l Wall Paint; Chest of drawers and lamp, Olive, Emperor’s Silk, Old Ochre and Paloma £26.95 for 1l Chalk Paint, all Annie Sloan. (We celebrate Annie Sloan’s…

BUYER’S GUIDE While some light fittings are selected for their ability to blend in, others are chosen for their impact, becoming an important element of an interior design scheme. An oversized chandelier or grand wall sconce will always create a dramatic impression, but smaller fittings, too, can make a statement, perhaps by virtue of bold colour or pattern, a strong shape or the use of an opulent or unusual material. Of course, even statement lighting must serve a practical function, whether for reading or getting dressed. Here, leading designers advise on choosing and using statement lighting for a variety of spaces around the home. RECEPTION ROOMS AND HALLWAYS If the front door is the handshake to a home, then the hall is an extended greeting – and choosing appropriate lighting…

‘I love things that have a personal story, or that have been gifted by people I love’ Who do you live with, and where? I live with my partner, Adam Smith, a film and TV director, and our two children Nancy, 10 and Albert, 8, in Haggerston, East London. It’s a beautiful area with a name that just doesn’t do it justice. It’s tucked between London Fields and De Beauvoir in a green and gorgeous part of the city with a very special, tight-knit community. What kind of English home do you have? We live in a semi-detached Grade-II listed townhouse, which overlooks a communal garden square. Though the house is actually early Victorian, the architecture has a strong Georgian influence. How have you made the house your home? At…

CRACKERS WITH CONSCIENCE These crackers are hand-assembled in Dorset with paper hand-printed in Nepal. The gifts inside – ranging from an okta paper flower garland to a felted giraffe – are made in India and Nepal and are fair trade. Each cracker contains a crown, a riddle and an anagram. Christmas crackers, set of six, £42, Toast LASTING GLOW LED taper candles add an elegant atmosphere to parties, gatherings and long winter evenings. Made with hand-poured wax, these remote-control designs are useful for hosts flitting between reception rooms.Ivory TruGlow remote control LED taper candles, set of four, £39.99, Lights4fun COLOURFUL DECORATIONS These eye-catching, hand-painted baubles are crafted using recycled paper and feature a pink velvet ribbon to hang them up. The characterful collection, with five different designs, could be grouped…

DESIGN INSIGHT CHARU GHANDI Elicyon What design ideas do you have that you hope to bring to fruition next year? I’m inclined towards exploring a refined colour palette that imparts a sense of timelessness and sophistication. I’d also like to incorporate more sustainable materials into our designs, not only for their ecological benefits but also for the unique aesthetic they bring to a space. For us, the key is always to balance functionality and aesthetic appeal. What is your New Year design resolution? To continue focusing on considered, curated and rich interiors. It’s essential for us as a studio to create spaces that not only reflect the unique personality of the client but also stand the test of time in terms of style and functionality. Is there anyone you would…