Design Centre Stories

Tag: Kitchens & Bathrooms

In the Green

One colour dominates this season's palette. Watch as shades of green – from leaf and olive to teal and jade – take root, offering a deeper connection with the world around us. FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: ‘Fontaine et Animaux Baibouillage’ wallcovering (FP568003), Pierre Frey. ‘Landmark Pure’ exposed thermostatic shower set, Samuel Heath. Paint on frame: 'Poison’, Zoffany. ‘Satara’ rug, emerald, Jacaranda …

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Room for Retreat

    Creating a home has never been more important as a means to influence your own world in your own way. Many of us want to disconnect and recharge and it is hugely empowering to create rooms where we can reflect and retreat from a fast-paced life. The bathroom has moved on from being a purely functional space to being a …

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Coveted by Tatler

This 'Ivy' pedant by CTO Lighting is one of Tatler's picks for London Design Week 2019's best in show. The British lighting brand is a new addition to the relaunched Fox Linton showroom, and 'Ivy' is typical of its collections, which use premium materials such as satin brass, hand-blown glass, alabaster and marble – with everything made in the UK. Tatler's …

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Long-Lasting Legacies

Old has never looked so right now, as we look to heritage and tradition to ground us and make sense of a fast-paced world. Just as the Burberry trenchcoat is subtly reinvented season after season, designers are showing their appreciation for what has gone before, but nearly always with a twist that makes the pieces right for today. The clean …

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Ahead of the Curve

Beautiful brassware deserves a beautiful setting, whether that's a smart kitchen, a divine bathroom – or a chic showroom. New to Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour, Perrin & Rowe is synonymous with beautifully crafted brassware, chinaware and accessories, and its showroom is the first stand-alone space that the brand has opened. It is “designed to inspire” according to contracts manager Phillip Cole, and shows …

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Leaves & Flowers

Flowers and foliage are bold and bright – ready to be mixed and matched for a scheme that explodes in to life. From left to right: ‘Soft Sandy Silk’ rug (101736A) rug, Stark Carpet. ‘Violante Lodo D’Oria’ vases, Miles x Bookshop. ‘Trivento’ bath and ‘Florin’ taps, Victoria & Albert Baths. ‘Delphine’ rug, Topfloor by Esti. ‘Eaton’ small ottoman (1M061) upholstered in …

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On the Grid

Kallista's ‘Grid’ taps are cutting edge – the spout was created using 3D printing technology, a first for the company. The design was inspired by the fundamentals of the De Stijl movement, harnessing the visual impact of negative space with a crisply outlined, minimalist form. In on-trend matt-black, they can be seen at West One Bathrooms. West One Bathrooms, Second Floor, …

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Right Here, Right Now with 2LG Studio

The designers behind 2LG Studio on creating the perfect bathroom. At Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour, "you can hit all the notes you need for a modern interior" says Jordan.

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A Spectrum of Wellness

With the bathroom now a place of relaxation and leisure, the new bathroom collections from leading brand Villeroy & Boch combine style and comfort to offer a sense of serenity at the end of a long day. Since 1748, this famous German name has stood for timeless elegance, innovative design and outstanding quality. Now, it has opened an expansive showroom …

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Be Well, Do Well

In a busy, intense world, the spa might be the only place we switch off our phones and truly relax – and homeowners are now actively looking to recreate these rejuvenating experiences at home. So much of the success of these spaces is down to design: beautiful materials and luxurious touches as well as consideration for ergonomics and functionality – …

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The Heart of the Matter

No-one does bespoke hand-made cabinetry like Christopher Peacock, and its longevity – 25 years in the design business – is a tribute to its success. The company philosophy has always been to produce handcrafted designs of the highest quality, using the finest materials and offering an unparalleled level of professional service to its clientele. Luxury lifestyle interiors include kitchens, libraries, …

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Right Here, Right Now with Andrew Barr

"We're all working like crazy to introduce the new collections; it's a buzzy time of year." The director of Espresso Design talks about the kitchen trends to know at London Design Week 2017.

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Back to School

For those seeking bench-made cabinetry with a contemporary twist, Refectory from Christopher Peacock could be the perfect fit. Inspired by monastic dining rooms, prep school dining halls, and Ivy League and English university eating quarters, it features signature inset doors with a simple stepped profile using hand selected, quartered white oak. Chunky icebox roller latches and strap hinges are a …

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Engineered to Delight

Samuel Heath’s latest range of showers and taps, called Landmark, aims to authentically reflect the aesthetic of the Bauhaus era. Pictured is ‘Industrial’, which has a bold and urban look, underscored by the finest craftsmanship. Samuel Heath, First Floor, North Dome

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Universal Style

Not many kitchen styles manage to encompass both the modern and the contemporary, looking good in either environment, but Christopher Peacock's Motra does just that. Flush-mounted handles give a clean-lined appearance, and a wide variety of finishes (from American walnut to Christopher Peacock's own paint colours for the cabinetry, with the handles available in a number of metals) mean that there are endless …

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New Showrooms, Added Sparkle

What better way to explore some of the Design Centre's new showrooms than accompanied by a complimentary glass of fizz? New & Now champagne curated tours happen daily at 2.30pm: escorted by one of the Design Centre's knowledgeable team, visit a handful of these exciting new spaces and get to know their unique offerings and the craftsmanship behind each brand. Each tour stops …

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Right Here, Right Now with Christopher Peacock

The founder of Christopher Peacock says that "the only way to attract an international audience is to be at the Design Centre."    

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Ahead of the Curve

Victoria + Albert Baths' QUARRYCAST® composite has made possible all sorts of sinuous shapes and deep curves when it comes to baths, so it makes sense that the same flowing lines are being followed through in complementary bathroom furniture. The 'Mandello 114' vanity, designed by award-winning Italian design duo Meneghello Paolelli Associati, is a great example: the basin's shape is designed to evoke a …

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Cucina Cool

A signature modern Italian look is effortlessly combined with the latest technology at new arrival Espresso Design. The interior design consultancy specialises in contemporary furniture for kitchens, bedrooms and living spaces. New products for spring include the ‘Elle’ (shown) and ‘Maxima’ ranges from Cesar, in tempered glass, lacquer and textured woods. In the new showroom in Design Centre East, check out …

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Kallista Per Se Malachite taps

Marvellous Minerals

Geological elements are on the style radar this season. Marbled fabrics abound, including those from Nobilis and Jonathan Adler at Kravet. Kallista takes it one step further: its ‘Per Se’ basin taps have semi-precious inserts such as malachite and lapis lazuli for a thoroughly luxurious look. See them at Ann Sacks. Ann Sacks, First Floor, Centre Dome

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