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Mineral collection from Croft
  • August 24, 2021October 11, 2021
  • Leave a Comment on This week’s interior design news

This week’s interior design news

Quartzite that looks like turtle shell, lights that look like leaves and architectural hardware that looks like jade. Are you ready for this week’s product roundup?

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  • August 17, 2021October 2, 2023
  • 1 Comment on Real kitchens

Real kitchens

With so many great kitchen suppliers out there, how do you choose the right one for your project? Let’s ignore glossy brochure photos for now and even swerve perfect showroom displays. Instead, here is a selection of real kitchens to give you a taste of what’s available.

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Branch chandelier from Empty State
  • August 9, 2021April 15, 2024
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Empty State lighting

I am starting to receive pre-publicity for London Design Festival, including details of a new British lighting brand promising customisable, made-to-order fittings with architectural flair.

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  • July 13, 2021July 13, 2021
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Clerkenwell unlocked

Last week, pink flags were once again flying in EC1 to mark Clerkenwell Unlocked. A timely reminder that design showrooms are open and ready for business

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Christopher Farr cloth
  • June 14, 2021June 9, 2021
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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.

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Jane Churchill collection from Colefax & Fowler
  • June 2, 2021April 15, 2025
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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

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Home gym overlooking the sea by Thorpe Design
  • May 26, 2021May 1, 2025
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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.

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Risom collection from Stellar Works
  • May 18, 2021February 28, 2022
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Mid century design classics re-issued by Stellar Works

Following the mantra that good design is timeless design, Stellar Works has re-issued a selection of classic furniture designs to sit alongside its more contemporary collections. I take a closer look at the pieces from Vilhelm Wohlert, Jens Risom and Carlo Francolini.

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Helen Armon-Jones, The Art Buyer
  • May 3, 2021April 12, 2022
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The art buyer

Helen Armon-Jones launched The Art Buyer to enable people to enjoy the experience of buying original, contemporary art without the ‘stuffy formality’.

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  • April 26, 2021May 25, 2021
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In conversation with: Aiveen Daly

Aiveen Daly is a specialist in fabric manipulation, producing exquisite hand bead work, embroidery and leather craft for some of the world’s finest interior projects. This is not just upholstery, this is Aiveen Daly upholstery.

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Hello I'm Elspeth, a journalist with over 25 years' experience writing about interiors. The Insider is aimed at interior design professionals - I will be sharing product and event news plus insights from industry experts.

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