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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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Arte Helix capiz shell wall tiles
  • June 9, 2021June 9, 2021
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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

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Twist by Matthew Chambers at Artefact
  • June 9, 2021May 27, 2025
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Artefact at Design Centre Chelsea Harbour

Artefact, a new contemporary craft fair, launches at Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour from 22 to 29 June.

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1935 Normandie clutch bag
  • June 8, 2021August 7, 2023
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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.

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Westminster Fire Station exterior
  • June 2, 2021November 6, 2023
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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.

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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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Matrix rug from Topfloor by Esti
  • May 20, 2021June 2, 2021
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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!

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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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  • May 13, 2021May 25, 2021
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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

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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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