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!
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.
This week’s interior design news
In this week’s interior design news, I bring you a handsome brass wall lantern, sustainable garden furniture and a compact cast iron bath
My guide to Rye
Fancy a day out? Jump in your car or hop on the train and head off for a lovely day in Rye. This picturesque little town boasts some really impressive interior design shops. So, whether you are shopping for yourself or sourcing pieces for a project it makes a fabulous day out.
