One of the most common misconceptions of maximalism is that it needs to shout to get your attention. Maximalist interiors should be striking, sure, but the best examples know how to create impact through texture, colour and form. In today’s blog, we examine its lavish return, alongside 10 exciting designs that promise to help every … Continued
We know that comfort feels different for everyone. So why is it that so many sofas look the same? It’s a conundrum that has plagued Francesco Binfaré ever since he can remember. His journey to the peak of contemporary design has consequently been marked by adventurous forays into seating. Think sofas shaped like … Continued
There are some homes for which only a classic design will do. It might be a Georgian townhouse in Bath. Or else a beloved brownstone in Brooklyn. In both cases, the very bones of the building beg you to choose to a style with soul. We’ve entered many such homes over the years. And there’s … Continued
We all have them. The awkward domestic nooks that we’re not quite sure what to do with. Fortunately, there is one Bavarian brand who have taken up the charge, developing nifty designs that promise to transform in-between spaces into vibrant players in the dance of domesticity. Expect pull out coat racks. Hand-carved letter sorters. And … Continued
Some like their sofas structured. With clean lines and upright backs. We like ours cosy. The kind of seat you can lounge around on all day. Listening to vinyls. Or marathoning classic films. If your criteria looks anything like ours, you’ll love the wave of 70s sofas that is sweeping the industry. Some are lost-n-found … Continued
It’s no secret that space is an increasingly sacred commodity for today’s city dwellers. In search of great storage solutions, we took a trip to three of Europe’s most coveted cities — London, Monaco and Milan — to find out how aesthetes and architects are making space for what matters most.
As with most things, this year’s crop of contemporary coffee tables are a little different. Determined not so much to think outside of the box but do away with it all together. There are cosmic-looking styles whose planetary discs slot together like a glamorous game of Jenga. And daring angles the likes of which haven’t … Continued
The genie is out of the bottle when it comes to working from home. So whether you’re a high flying exec. Or a freelance creative. We all need a method for finding focus on the days when distractions are ripe. In search of such guidance, we spoke with the most organised people we know. The … Continued
In the age of information overload, one thing is clear. If we are to live fulfilled, distinguished lives, we must each become curators. Not of galleries of expensive art. Or ever-teetering antiques. But of strong and simple ideas. And while the notion usually applies to how we navigate social media, we’ve found that it’s an … Continued
Design that’s democratic. Functional. And built to last. So goes the Scandinavian creed. Some styles, however, perform a further magic trick. Journeying beyond great craftsmanship and into the land of iconicity. It’s these that we’re interested in today. Think pendants that capture the glory of the golden hour. And sofas designed to feel like you’re … Continued
Sweeter seasons are finally upon us. Which means it’s time to get everyone you love back together. This summer, make room for the entire clique with a striking extendable dining table. Perfect for long & leisurely lunches. And as an extra workspace once the guests have gone. Here are 10 of the finest.
We spent the first months of the year in socks and sliders. Dreaming of elegant garden rooms. And answering Zoom calls from whatever modicum of privacy our homes afforded. 6 months on, and some of us have returned to the office. Catapulted back into the buzz and small talk while others have opted to … Continued