The Art of Decoupage – Introducing ‘Her’ by Katie Fitch The art of decoupage can be traced back centuries. It involves covering an object with paper cut-outs which are then sealed in many layers of varnish to create the effect of a painting or inlay wor … read more
Verpan are paying tribute to Verner Panton Verpan are paying tribute to Verner Panton with some new ideas This year would have been Verner Panton’s 90th birthday. So the Danish manufacturers of his furniture and lighting have decided to cel … read more
Milan 2016: Brand New Porada Collection Porada launches a brand new collection in Milan. Launched last month in Milan, the new Porada collection hints at a 50s style with new reinterpretations, where the constant artisan ability that mak … read more
Milan 2016: New Cassina Collection by Patricia Urquiola Patricia Urquiola gives a reflection on the future of Cassina, without losing sight of its past At this years Milan Furniture Fair we saw Cassina present exciting new designs by Patricia Urquiola, … read more
Milan 2016: Edra Essential Sofa by Francesco Binfaré An Essential Sofa from Edra Essential is a primary sofa, contained in size. It is “flexible” because, thanks to the “smart” cushion, it can shape itself to all possible uses. It is adaptable, becau … read more
Milan Highlights 2016: Édouard Sofa by B&B Italia This year B&B Italia celebrated its 50th Anniversary, a period in which the brand has achieved international success and numerous acknowledgments achieved through their design expertise and dynamic … read more
UK Exclusive: Limited edition giant floor lamp Lighting brand Metalarte has launched a giant floor-standing version of Spanish designer Jaime Hayón’s Josephine Lamp to mark its 10th anniversary. Jaime Hayon started out in lighting design with M … read more
FOCUS/15 – Introducing Moooi Carpets! The moment has come for Chaplins to bring to Chelsea Harbour the rich and refined Moooi Carpets collection with an extensive assembly of unique, iconic and breathtaking designs. Moooi has always f … read more
Top Tips for Planning the Perfect Bedroom More than any other room in your home, your bedroom needs to be calm and considered – it’s where you start and finish every day. So stick to a simple palette of colours and materials, selecting you … read more
Chaplins Milan Report 2015 Each year anyone who is anyone in the design industry descends on Milan for what is the hottest furniture event of the year, the annual Salone Internazionale del Mobile. Unlike fashion, the furnitu … read more
Cassina Maralunga sofa by Vico Magistretti awarded a Wallpaper* Design Award 2015 The timeless design icon which celebrated its 40th birthday last year with a new version, Maralunga 40, and a limited edition, Maralunga Mercurio Vivo, has been awarded a ‘Wallpaper* Design Award 2 … read more
IMM Cologne Trend Report 2015 Getting Comfortable. Stop what you’re doing, sit down and get comfortable. At this year’s Cologne furniture fair we saw many of our manufacturers turn their attention towards the importance of comf … read more