To design is to make art out of the everyday, finding new typologies for established objects and the ones that don’t exist yet. No designer has tackled this task with as much grace as Angelo Mangiarotti, whose entire collection for Agapecasa is now available exclusively in the UK at Chaplins.
Ask any design buff where modernity began and they’ll probably point to the Bauhaus. And while immensely influential, the first flickers of avant-garde style can actually be traced back a few decades earlier. Today’s blog examines the life and legacy of Walter Knoll, whose statement designs are now on display in our Hatch End showroom.
We’re automatically drawn to Scandi styles during the cooler months. In their smooth minimalism and sculptural spareness, we find a sense of calm that is often absent during the festive season. It’s with this in mind that we reveal our new-in Nordic styles, each of which promises a serene yet snug take on contemporary living.
One thing we pride ourselves on here at Chaplins is our sustainable pieces built for longevity, timeless appeal and of course – optimum style. With Christmas looming we know the importance of gifting that special something and have put together a shortlist of 10 designer gifts that keep on giving.
Winter is a season of celebration — a time for comfort, family and friends. To kick things off in style, Vitra has announced their Winter Promotion. A mix of beautiful upgrades, new products and exclusive gifts, it imbues some of the most beloved items from the Vitra catalogue with irresistible offers.
In today’s blog, we reveal 5 contemporary lighting trends that will help you see your home in a new light. From orb-tastic installations through to funky retro-fits, each promises personality and charm in abundance.
What makes a design iconic? While there are usually several factors at play, a truly iconic design must transcend the era in which it was born, finding resonance with future audiences as a piece of forever design. As part of our lighting focus, we’ve rounded up 10 lamps that do just that. How many can … Continued
For lovers of luxury, there’s nothing quite like the lustre of marble. Complex and beautiful, it has emerged as a key material for this year’s crop of contemporary lighting, conferring drama and style to each breathtaking design. In this week’s blog, we reveal 10 of the finest.
As revolutions go, there have been none so delightful as the ongoing one in contemporary lighting. To celebrate the start of the lighting season, we thought we’d shine a light on 10 brands that are leading the way in the LED revolution.
As society has woken up to the importance of nature-orientated spaces, a new genre of biophilic design has emerged. At its core, it seeks to incorporate the natural world into built environments, helping to create Zen-like living spaces. In this week’s blog, we’ll walk you through four ways you can incorporate this at home.
When it comes to getting a good night’s sleep, environment is everything. From delicate lighting through to luxury linen, designers are rising to the challenge to help us get our recommended 40 winks. In today’s blog, we reveal our 10 bedroom essentials for a serene and luxury space. Now all available in our Autumn Promotion.
How do we create dramatic interiors that still feel inviting? It’s a question that’s often asked of our Trade Team when embarking on residential projects and the answer is always the same. We play with balance, asymmetry, and scale. In today’s blog, we’ll reveal how to master these 3 key interior concepts this AW19.