In conversation with: Michal Silver at Christopher Farr Cloth
Christopher Farr Cloth is celebrating its 21st year with the opening of a new showroom on London’s Kings Road. Here co-founder Michal Silver shares her thoughts on design collaborations, uplifting prints and the joy of just being alive.
This week’s interior design news
Striking capiz shell tiles, an intricate silk embroidery inspired by Queen Elizabeth I, and eco friendly paint. It’s all in this week’s interior design news
Artefact at Design Centre Chelsea Harbour
Artefact, a new contemporary craft fair, launches at Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour from 22 to 29 June.
Handbags at the V&A
I am not a huge handbag fan. They are useful and I have a small selection suitable for different activities – work, holiday, evening – but I have never understood the desire for lavish, designer bags with ridiculously high price tags.
Inside Westminster Fire Station
I caught up with Laura Marino, founder and creative director at Studio L, London, to discuss how she repurposed a handsome Edwardian fire station into a collection of boutique apartments.
The latest fabric and wallpaper collections
I’ve pulled together my pick of the latest fabric and wallpaper collections. A fabulously eclectic mix with inspiration taken from West London, China’s royal gardens and Beatrix Potter
Creating the perfect home gym
It seems the pandemic has caused a surge in demand for exercise spaces within the home. I asked four professional interior designers, all BIID members, for their tips on creating the perfect home gym.
This week’s interior design news
I have a truly eclectic mix of product launches for you in this week’s interior design news. Including enchanting wallpaper, mesmerising 3D rugs and a chandelier inspired by motorbike exhausts!
