Tag: LDW16
Cultural Riches
The architecture of Tiébélé is once seen, never forgotten: the houses of this small village in Burkina Faso are adorned on every external surface with beautiful geometric patterns in black, white and terracotta-red, all the handiwork of the women who live there. Larsen's latest collections take this rich cultural heritage as a starting point, with natural fabrics featuring structured graphic motifs …
La Dolce Vita
Giorgetti, one of the biggest names in contemporary Italian design, has opened on the first floor. Constant innovation and artisan know-how have led this new arrival at the Design Centre since 1898. Preserving the integrity of the raw materials is key, and beautifully crafted wood is often complemented by leather, fabric, metal and marble finishes. This ‘Norah’ small armchair has …
Right Here, Right Now with Jonathan Farrer
The owner of Interior Supply on the joys of letting craftsmanship into the showroom.
Neo Classic
With over 20 years in the business, new arrival Birgit Israel knows a thing or two about great design. The beautiful showroom in Design Centre East with its stylish mix of furniture, lighting and accessories shows her signature style. The latest offering is the B.I. collection inspired by neoclassical and art deco designs. With its mirror and brass detailing, the ‘Henryk’ cabinet, which comes in …
Gastronomy Meets Geometry
Proving that the geometric trend works just as well in three dimensions as it does in two, the pop-up Tatler Restaurant at London Design Week 2016 features an ingenious wall of giant hexagons in a soothing Wedgwood blue, slotted together to create a cocooning enclosure for diners. The central bar and staff aprons feature Fromental's 'Riemann Cubes' print, a design …
A Ray of Sunshine
The ‘Ebenezer’ console has a contemporary pedestal finished in polished brass that heralds a new edgier look for Davidson. It takes its inspiration from golden rays of light rising from a dusky autumn twilight. Aptly, Davidson has also introduced a new finish called sycamore dusk. Davidson, First Floor, South Dome
Make Time to be Pampered
Visitors to London Design Week 2016 have been discovering their bespoke scents with a pampering hand and arm massage on the third floor. Jo Malone London celebrates British style with unexpected fragrances and the elegant art of gift giving. Refined, crafted from the highest quality ingredients, and always with a touch of the unexpected, Jo Malone London remains at the forefront …
Clean Lines
Named after Willis Cowling, a late-18th-century Richmond cabinetmaker and relative of McKinnon and Harris' founders, the Cowling collection is the most contemporary seating collection to date from the outdoor furniture specialists. Founder Will Massie explains: “It’s difficult to make something that looks truly simple. Cowling is an example of hidden luxury, with a tremendous amount of craftsmanship and engineering behind …
Design Date – Zoe Bradley
Paper artist Zoe Bradley has worked for international names including Christian Louboutin and Alexander McQueen, and created retail displays for the Smythson, Louis Vuitton and Mont Blanc; her breathtaking designs are commissioned by leading magazines and have been exhibited internationally. For London Design Week 2016 she has created a floral couture-inspired gown made entirely from paper. With a skirt shape that echoes the Design …
Right Here, Right Now with Emilio Pimentel-Reid
"I come to see what's hot, what's new and what's now," says the creative director and interiors editor.
Better Burnished
The natural radiance of red metals and copper hues gathers pace this season. ‘Phoenix Crown’ ceiling light (MCL41), Porta Romana. ‘Colombina’ chair, Rubelli Casa, upholstered in ‘Panama’ fabric (30127-11), Rubelli Venezia, both at Rubelli/Donghia. ‘WB Tavolina 2’ table, Elise Som. ‘Walter’ table lamps, size 1 (FT587CO/AN) and size 2 (FT588CO/AN), both Original BTC. ‘Navigli’ shelves, Gallotti&Radice. From top on shelves: ‘Atlantique’ …
Right Here, Right Now with Nick Fichte
"We love London Design Week because there's always a great atmosphere here," says Crestron's residential specialist.
Right Here, Right Now with Sally Storey
London Design week brings the whole creative community together, says the lighting designer.
Magic in the Making
Craftsmanship lies at the centre of so much of the Design Centre's offering, and it can be wonderful when the serene atmosphere of the showroom is interrupted by the act of making. For London Design Week 2016, Interior Supply welcomed an artisan craftsman on site to showcase the skills that go into Paco Camús' 'Yris' table – an example of the …
Right Here, Right now with Peter Gomez
Zoffany's head of design says the Design Centre is "one of the most important places to have a presence in London, but also the whole United Kingdom."
In Stitches
Quilted and padded textiles don't just offer an extra layer of comfort: their interesting texture draws the eye and delights the hand, delivering a sensual experience all round. Several brands are this year experimenting with this trend, and it's surprising how different the effects can be depending on the material. Boussac's 'Coccon' (available from Pierre Frey), with a pattern inspired …
Design Date: Kit Kemp
Kit Kemp is the design force behind Firmdale Hotels, a collection of eight boutique hotels in London and one in New York: with their focus on craftsmanship, individuality and a style that is recognisably English yet refreshingly global, they have elevated the notion of what hotels should look like. Her talk at the Design Centre delves into how collaborations with artists and a playful …
Prints Charming
US design duo Madcap Cottage has teamed up with Robert Allen to launch their much-anticipated first fabric line. ‘Windsor Park’ (pictured, on sofa), taken from a quilted chinoiserie skirt once worn by the Duchess of Windsor, encapsulates their love of whimsical colour and pattern. Robert Allen, Ground Floor, South Dome
Right Here, Right Now with Shazeen Emambux
"Craftmanship is at the heart of everything we do," says Porta Romana's creative director.
Hip Homespun
There’s a pleasing integrity to Mark Alexander’s designs at Romo. Collaborating with Belgian master weavers with generations of experience working with linen, they have built on traditional techniques to create understated luxury with the Homespun collection. Artisanal techniques are used in the dying, spinning and weaving of these sophisticated yet rustic designs, which incorporate a Flammé yarn to create the …
Right Here, Right Now with Juliette Byrne
London Design Week is "a showcase for the whole world to look at," says the interior designer.
Fringe Benefits
What a clever idea. Layers of frayed silk in contrasting but complementary hues bring pizzazz to a Casamance trim. Find them at Colony. Colony, Second Floor, Centre Dome
Take the Style Road
Baker introduces 54 statement pieces for its Milling Road lifestyle brand, all designed by Kara Mann, the influential US designer and style-maker. The curated collection of home accessories and furniture reflects Mann’s signature style – edgy yet sophisticated, with a relaxed glamour. Unconventional finishes add a distinguishing bite – as seen in this ‘Grounded’ accent table, which mixes shiny lacquer, …
Smoking Hot
It’s no wonder Christopher Guy appeals to a sophisticated audience – every detail is meticulously executed. Look out for tabac, a new wood finish in a mid-brown colour reminiscent of the tobacco leaf (pictured above on a 'Vigne' occasional chair). With its low sheen, it has an elegant, natural look. Christopher Guy, Third Floor, South Dome
Carnival Spirit
Original designs and fine craftsmanship are the common threads at Topfloor by Esti. New for this season is Allure, its first wilton carpet collection. Inspired by Brazil – one of designer Esti Barnes' favourite destinations, as well as the home to some great contemporary art and design – each one references a locale or style that captures the vibrancy and …
Change Your Design Direction
"Do things differently" is a mission statement that's easier said than done. For interior designers, it's about straying from the path of tried-and-tested suppliers and, most importantly, finding the time to be creative – whether that means sketching, making notes or simply stopping and observing our surroundings, skills that are increasingly lost in a fast-paced digital world. As part of her …
Clever, Creative Thinking
New arrival Marc de Berny draws on the talents of two brilliant designers, Jean-Louis Deniot and Francis Sultana, with collections that offer bold avant-garde variations and classical reinterpretations. The Munira range by Francis Sultana features cabinetry, tables, upholstery and lighting that echo 1920s elegance and memories of French styling from the1940s and 1950s. Bronze is featured prominently and a hallmark …
Gold Standard
Traditional artisan techniques are flourishing at Studio E, available at Fromental. Venetian plaster is applied in layers to recycled paper, then brushed, imprinted or embossed before being polished with wax to a satin sheen. An example is pictured here on a background of 'Gstaad' fabric orient by Zinc Textile at Romo. Fromental, Third Floor, South Dome
Riviera Chic
All the glamour of the south of France, with relaxed seagrass and a blue note making waves. ‘Felix Light’ console, Birgit Israel. ‘Bolle Tavolo 1’ light, Gallotti&Radice. ‘Small Orb’ pendant (MCL43S), ‘Medium Orb’ pendant (MCL43M) and ‘Large Orb’ pendant (MCL43L), all Porta Romana. ‘Lotus’ plates, Elise Som. ‘Oktopussy’ chair and ‘Kandelabra’ floor lamp, both Marc de Berny. Hanging fabric in large …
New Geo
Geometrics are fun, colourful and blocky this season, taking their cues more from mid-century design or exuberant post-modernism than the calm order of arabic motifs. Head to Chaplins to see Spanish designer Cristian Zuzunaga's latest creation, the 'Dreams' cabinet (above, top): adorned with Zuzunaga's signature pixel motif, it's an eye-catching piece that makes a strong statement. Harlequin's Scion brand is launching Lohko, …
