Month: January 2020
A visit from Japan
Hiro Tomita, owner of Japanese wallpaper brand Tomita, visited Lizzo’s showroom earlier this month to present its new collections. The brand was founded in 1923, and many of its products are based on ancient techniques and materials, including silk and gold leaf: one of Tomita’s papers is made from 0.1mm-thick slivers of paulownia wood, shaved from the tree and left …
Wreathed in Smiles
Julian Chichester invited clients to the showroom to take part in a wreath-making workshop, as a thank you for their business in 2019. Led by leading florist Amanda Jane Flowers, the event offered music and canapes alongside a lesson in botanical artistry.
Looking ahead to Spring 2020
At an important press preview, leading editors, journalists and stylists got an overview of what is coming up for London Design Week 2020. They spent hours meticulously going through every item to plan future features and shoots. Hundreds of fabrics, wallcoverings, furniture, lighting, tiles, carpets and tiles were curated by Arabella McNie against a bold, monochromatic scheme. Early indications for spring …
Home For Christmas
Capturing the magic of Christmas in a stylish, contemporary way while staying true to the traditions of the season, this year’s installations are some of the most inventive ever seen at Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour. Thinking about interior decoration from a different perspective, four house vignettes are the perfect reminder of Christmas at home. Evocative windows with an inviting glow offer …