Innholdsfortegnelse for September 2025 i The English Home

BEST SIDE An elegantly detailed console creates a focal point in a hallway. With its curved front and central shell motif, this example imbues a room with distinctive character. The hand-painted top replicates marble and the design comes in two versatile antique shades (blue and green). The Shell Console, Antique Khaki, £1,650; The Dogs and Their Folly artwork, £1,440, Studio HÁM BLANKET APPROACH Quilts are traditionally made from favourite scraps of fabric, and Little Cotton Clothes use their leftover floral prints to make a limited selection of organic cotton quilts, finished with a frilled edge. The hexagon design is reminiscent of patchwork flowers and would bring a nostalgic cheer to guest or children’s bedrooms. Hexagon patchwork blanket, SS25 Pinks and Browns, from £175 for 100cm x 100cm, Little Cotton Clothes…

‘Several childhood weekends spent at Ardingly have resulted in a desire to create an easy marriage of old and new, for a lived-in, layered look’ From the cocktail bar in the snug to the book-lined niches in the eaves, every corner of Nell Hegarty’s Victorian semi has been designed with the interplay of form and function in mind. It was not always so, however. Despite the building’s gracious proportions, including high ceilings and generous room sizes, the house did not initially live up to its potential. ‘But aside from reworking the kitchen, we decided to wait until the children were out of their “marker pen” phases before tackling a renovation,’ explains Nell, who works in the travel industry. ‘It was when we realised that we were probably only occupying half…

BATHED IN LIGHT Far from stark and sterile, this bathroom is an oasis of serenity full of pretty details and character that will make a long, luxurious soak all the more enjoyable. Approach decorating a bathroom in much the same way as any other room of the house, with transportive botanical wallpaper and gentle, soothing colours. Add another level of decoration with a statement mirror flanked by stylish wall lights, such as these sculptural fluted options from David Hunt Lighting, which can be customised to add any pop of colour desired. We explore further bespoke ideas on p91 and celebrate craftsmanship in more British brands overleaf. Pop bespoke IP44 bathroom wall lights in Persian Blue , £174 each; Audrey bespoke mirror in Blush Pink, £402, both David Hunt Lighting…

PLUM-TOPPED OAT SLICE WITH VANILLA SOUR CREAM FILLING Make the most of sweet September plums with this delicious, seasonal recipe. Preparation: 45 minBaking: 40 minCooking: 5 min INGREDIENTS 250g rolled oats150g plain flour70g caster sugar180g butter, melted2 eggs1l milk1 vanilla pod, seeds200g semolina130g caster sugar500g sour cream1.3kg plums, stoned and sliced2 tbsp brown sugar3 tbsp vanillapudding mix2 tbsp rum½ tsp groundcinnamon METHOD • Preheat oven to 180°C/160°C fan/gas 4). Line a 30cm x 40cm baking tray with baking paper. • For the base, mix the oats, flour, and sugar. Add the butter and one egg. Mix until crumbly. Spread out on the baking tray. Bake for 10 minutes; allow to cool. • For the filling, bring the milk to the boil. Add vanilla seeds, semolina and sugar. Cook, stirring until…

SPOTLIGHT ON… Suzy Hoodless celebrating 25 years with a printed-in-England wall wonder Marking her 25th anniversary this year, Suzy Hoodless has unveiled her personal and evocative Pines of Kernow wallcovering, designed in collaboration with Adam Ellis Studio and printed in England. Kernow is the Cornish name for Cornwall, and the design was inspired by the dramatic view from Suzy’s family retreat on the county’s south coast. Capturing the spirit of the Monterey pines in the Cornish landscape, it evokes the warm comfort of nature. Suzy founded her interior design studio in 2000 and is known for her bold yet considered approach, blending colour, texture and a mix of modern and vintage styles. suzyhoodless.com…

PICTURE THIS If seeking to upgrade flooring but worried about whether a certain style is going to work with the overall aesthetic, then allow Amtico, which has been designing luxury vinyl tiles from its Coventry factory for the past 60 years, to help. With Amtico’s handy visualiser tool it is possible to upload a photo of the space the flooring is intended for, and play around with all kinds of beautiful vinyl designs in a variety of colours and finishes. There is something to suit every room, from the Rosa Classic Marble from Amtico’s Signature Collection, to Parquet Large from the Designers’ Choice collection, and all come in a variety of laying patterns. Whichever design is most tempting, the visualiser tool will help to make the right decision. amtico.com FLOOR…

Tucked away on a quiet street in Shepherd’s Bush, interior designer Charlotte Boundy’s Victorian terraced house is a charming oasis full of much-loved art and one-of-a-kind collectables. A feeling of comfort prevails, with deep sofas to sink into, overflowing bookcases and an array of elegant antiques evoking a timeless, country house style. Back in 2020, when Charlotte first set foot inside the three-bedroomed house, despite finding the all-white interiors bland and uninspiring, she could immediately imagine herself living there. Even though the footprint of the house is relatively small, she loved the spacious feel of the double drawing room flowing into the light-filled kitchen and bi-fold doors opening onto a courtyard garden. ‘My search for a new home began primarily because I needed more space to create a studio at…

There are myriad choices when it comes to wallpaper, with talented designers creating new patterns, reinventing archival prints and experimenting with colourways. Sometimes revisiting an old favourite can simplifiy the process. Here we look at three iconic designs that have stood the test of time as long-term best sellers at Colefax and Fowler, Morris & Co and Lewis & Wood. They are not only timeless, but versatile too, and can be used in different styles of home, varying rooms and in updated colours to bring distinctive looks and different moods each time they are employed. BOWOOD This signature chintz from Colefax and Fowler has endured since its launch as a fabric in 1964. Based on a document discovered in the 1950s by John Fowler at Bowood House in Wiltshire, the…

If a home is a refuge, a place of safety, ease and contentment, then it makes sense to create a tailored space, ideally suited to individual needs. Customised solutions, though they may be more costly than off-the-peg, offer the opportunity to unlock the potential of any space, whatever its size and shape, and to design a unique home that celebrates character and offers luxurious comfort, just as required. Comfort considerations Every person is different and physical requirements similarly so. From the softness of upholstery on an armchair or the firmness of a mattress, to the height of shelves and countertops, there are many ways to adjust furniture and fittings to suit individual tastes and needs. ‘Ergonomics and human proportion play a vital role,’ says Nasia de la Haye, managing director…

Kaleidoscopic Tableware New Henry Holland water pitchers Henry Holland Studio’s striking new kaleidoscopic water pitchers are hand-blown in England by a small team of skilled glassmakers and are available in five distinctive colourways. Their marbled pattern is created by hand-combing contrasting trails of molten glass during the making process, and the effect echoes the studio’s signature ceramics. True to the nature of hand-blown glass, no two pitchers are ever exactly the same Henry says: ‘I firmly believe that collaboration is key for small brands to grow and reach a global audience. By working with like-minded creatives, we can offer our customers exciting, beautifully crafted home products, while also supporting the incredible craftsmanship here in the UK.’ henryhollandstudio.com World’s Best Rose David Austin global honour The Gertrude Jekyll rose by David…

‘I do believe a house has a life of its own, and she felt neglected, but now she glows’ Jane Clark and her husband Mark Copping have quite the catalogue of houses to their names. The couple’s journey began with their first home together in the southwest of France. ‘It started as a kind of hobby. We’d buy a house and then go, “I think we can improve on this”,’ Jane recalls. A second French house followed, before the couple set their sights on London. They worked their magic on two mews houses, a listed flat in Harley Street and a four-storey house near Regent’s Park before branching out to the country. ‘For the first 20 years, we did it just for ourselves, but then people asked us to help…

The English Home celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. While the magazine has gone through changes over the years, what has remained core to its values is a focus on craftsmanship and the resulting beautifully made products that stand the test of time. We could fill this issue many times over with the vast wealth of makers we have been privileged to feature over the past quarter century, but with just a few pages at our disposal, we spotlight those which stood out the most. From brands we have loved since their journeys began, to those whose excellence in manufacturing has lasted decades, even centuries. Others excite with innovative techniques, keeping traditional methods alive, preserving the work of global artisans, and, of course, the skills of great British craftspeople. FURNITURE…

Window dressings will transform a room, bringing personality and character to a space, and if the right choice is made, they will last for many years to come. ‘Your interior should look like it has come together organically, with patterns and pieces collected over time, and dressing the windows is an extension of this,’ says Rebecca Craig, head of design for Sanderson and Morris & Co. Basics to consider There are several things to think about when planning curtains, such as hanging styles, headings, poles, lining. The size and shape of the window and the aspect of the room also need to be considered, along with the architecture of the property. ‘When designing curtains for historic homes, it’s vital to let the architecture guide every decision,’ says Henriette von Stockhausen,…