Indholdsfortegnelse for Oct-2018 i Living Etc

I adore books. Coffee table hardbacks, autobiographies, anthologies of short stories, you name it. But my true favourite is the epic novel: doorstop tomes that transport you to the Belgian Congo, Second World War London, Partition India… My husband recently bought me ‘A Year in Books’ from my local bookshop Lutyens & Rubinstein. Every month I am sent a paperback, chosen by them based on a questionnaire he’s filled in. Allowing myself the time to enjoy these novels seems the ultimate luxury – opening each book means pausing to escape into my imagination, even if only for 10 or 20 minutes at a time. It’s this very quality of books that led me to a passion for print. Just like a book, a good magazine encourages you to step back…

When Martini Olive made it on to Pantone’s official trend report for London Fashion Week, we knew the sludgy yet sophisticated shade was going to be big news for autumn/winter 2018. Models at Temperley London rocked sequinned dresses that brought a feminine edge to the military look. Fellow Brit label JW Anderson followed suit with olive-hued aviator jackets, while in the home Designers Guild proves the shade is anything but dull with hexagon-print jacquard weaves. Even colour-shy Scandi design is going green – the moss hues on Iittala’s Kastehelmi tableware are divine. Consider, officially, green the new black. Use the Ownable app to buy now Everything you see on this page is…

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Let bold geo prints in large-scale designs lead the way with this look. Finish with clean-lined furniture in funky jewel tones for added interest. Shop our favourite brands with the Ownable app Combine Art Deco patterns for an opulent vibe and ground the scheme with painted woodwork for a chic but inviting hallway. Shop our favourite brands with the Ownable app An indulgent palette of black and gold defines this trend – teamed with a striking pattern in the same colourway for a sophisticated feel. Shop our favourite brands with the Ownable app A modern take on Art Deco lighting and classic upholstered screen ooze opulence when set against a sleek leather desk. Shop our favourite brands with the Ownable app Grown-up pink on the walls and ceiling ups the…

Any avid traveller knows the joy of discovering an artisan piece – and the heartbreak of not being able to bring it home. Step forward Nkuku, the lifestyle brand founded by two ardent globetrotters, working with makers in Asia in order to bring stunning pieces to an audience back home. Nkuku was founded on the belief that ethical business is good business, an ethos that is evident in its constantly evolving collections ranging from tableware and lighting to furniture and accessories, all of which are created authentically using traditional methods and materials. Transparency is key to creating collections where each item, whether made from mango wood, jute or recycled glass, has inherent character and tells its own story. If in Devon, pop into the Nkuku Lifestyle Store and Café to…

A few simple changes can totally transform the look of any room. Now, thanks to the new KAI Autumn/Winter 18 Fabric Collection at Ashley Wilde, adding luxury and comfort to your living space has never been easier. The collection reflects KAI’s name, which refers to the elements of nature. The exceptional designs take inspiration from ‘earth’, ‘sea’ and ‘tree’, with added influences of geometry and architecture. The designs can be make a great statement as an accent, on a cushion, for example, or when combined harmoniously as part of a complete room scheme. THE EDIT Adding texture to your home is the perfect way to add visual impact – and these understated collections look set to become classics. The new KAI Fabric Collections include four distinct, yet complementary design concepts.…

HEART OF STONE Of all the stones in all the world, marble is arguably the most stunning. But juxtaposing it with solid wood can take the style stakes up a notch. As with all natural materials, there are pros and cons to using marble, so do some research before splashing out. It is delicate, so you’ll need to reseal it regularly. It’s also much softer than other stones and susceptible to scratching. However, if you’re happy to find beauty in imperfection, marble will bring you many years of viewing pleasure. MOODY BLUE Dive in at the dark deep end with a rich blue to add drama and a feeling of cosiness into your kitchen. Don’t stress if the space is small or lacks natural light – a dark colour can…

The designer’s vision can radically shape our experience of a hotel – from how we dine to the way the building mirrors, or plays with, its location. These five boutique hotels each stretch our concept of design-led luxury. In San Francisco, Kelly Wearstler has brought her West Coast-meets-mid-century aesthetic to bear on the Proper. Across the Pacific, Paola Navone works her magic on Bali’s COMO Uma Canggu, a beachfront resort which both soothes and impresses. Back in Europe, the University Arms in Cambridge has been given a Martin Brudnizki makeover, with a unique take on English good taste. In Copenhagen, the feel of a London’s gentleman’s club is intertwined with Scandi hygge in Lind + Almond’s interiors at the Sanders. And Michaelis Boyd has transformed some Amsterdam townhouses into the…

If Dundee hasn't hitherto been on your cultural radar, this autumn is the perfect time to make amends. The Victoria & Albert, London’s Holy Grail for creativity, is setting up a new outpost in the Scottish city. The only V&A to open outside the capital, it's also Scotland’s first dedicated design centre, promising to serve as a transformative hub of innovation, inspiration and ingenuity. Its inaugural exhibition, Ocean Liners: Speed and Style, will explore the golden age of seafaring travel, from opulent Art Deco interiors to stylish period fashions. Permanent galleries will showcase contemporary talent and installation art, and an area dedicated to Scottish design reflects the museum’s geographical routes. While the collections alone warrant a look, we're most excited about the building itself which is rather magnificent. Conceived by…

Every month our editorial team scours the world of design and interiors to bring you the most inspiring, creative and (if we might be so bold) downright stylish ideas for your home. But we know that inspiration is only the start. Translating these ideas into your home takes effort. You need more than a keen eye for detail – you need time. Searching for products online isn’t always as straightforward as it should be, and every in-store experience requires a significant investment of time. MEET OWNABLE – A NEW SERVICE FOR OUR READERS Livingetc has teamed up with Ownable to bring you a new service that connects you directly to the source of those ideas and products that we present in our features. This means you can buy directly off…

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Designer Antonio Citterio, 1996. Details Metal and fabric armchair with leather-wrapped arms, £4,472, Flexform. Background Surfing the trend for superior design with a radical edge, Citterio’s A.B.C. armchair is a signature piece of Modernist style, updating the tubular metal constructions of pioneers such as Marcel Breuer and Mies van der Rohe. Like his predecessors, Antonio Citterio is an architect by profession and product designer by inclination, teaming the two disciplines to create aesthetically pleasing furniture that is as swoon-inducing as it is sleekly structural. The A.B.C. is a prime example, introducing patented technology that allows the backrest and seat cushion to extend backwards and forwards, so maximising comfort, while keeping the mechanics hidden from view. Being Italian, of course, the finishes are to die for, with the metal frame available…

This season’s flower fixation is anything but common or garden variety. Right now, it’s all about dark, dramatic florals in full, blowsy bloom. ‘Spring brought fresh sprigs, bouquets and painterly blooms, which then moved into greenery and all things botanical,’ says Karen Thomas, head of design home at Marks & Spencer. ‘For autumn, this mood has intensified into bold statement florals – layered, clashing and eclectic.’ To dabble in this blossoming trend, Ellie Cashman of Ellie Cashman Design suggests starting small. ‘Pick out a fabric and upholster a chair, make some accent pillows or stretch it over picture frames.’ Resist the temptation to play it safe by painting accompanying walls in a light colour as this will lessen the impact. Instead, find a mid or dark tone within the pattern…

HOME PROFILE THE OWNERS Harriet Paterson, interior designer and style director, her partner Warren Bramley, a creative director, and their daughter Willa, 20 months. THE PROPERTY A Georgian house with a contemporary interior. The ground floor has a reception room, kitchen-diner area, living area, plus a guest bedroom/playroom and shower room with WC. On the first floor is an office and the bathroom, while the master bedroom and Willa’s nursery are on the top floor. ‘Calm’ considered and completed – well, for now anyway…’ That’s how interior designer and style director Harriet Paterson describes the eco-conscious home she has created for herself, her partner Warren Bramley and their daughter Willa. Right from its deceptively formal Georgian façade, this is a house with hidden depths and cool, contemporary design. The ground…

Nina Campbell is one of the UK’s greatest design doyennes, in business for more than five decades and still going strong. Her projects span from decorating family homes in the Swiss Alps to the East Coast of the United States; from updating London’s Draycott Hotel to the 19th-century Schlosshotel Kronberg in Germany; from finding chic and sometimes quirky accessories for her eponymous shop on Walton Street to creating annual fabric and wallpaper collections for Osborne & Little. Here, she shares her design secrets… What drew you in to interiors? My parents moved around Belgravia constantly and I was always lucky enough to choose the wallpaper for my bedrooms – a Cole & Son toile de Jouy of ladies playing tennis was a favourite. It was post-Second World War, so no…

The new way to shop Livingetc's favourite brands PERENNIAL STYLE Take the rolling meadows, clipped garden rows and dense woodlands of the English landscape as your design inspiration and it’s easy to slip into twee territory. Not with Cole & Son. Its Botanical Botanica collection stamps flora and fauna across 15 handcrafted wallpapers, each in colourways that reflect the seasons. While head of design Carley Bean describes it as an ‘ode to nature, depicting its innate beauty and the magical allure of its transformation through the year’, it’s a rock ’n’ roll take on wisteria, sweet pea, fern and maidenhair to us. Highlights include Topiary, a watercoloured geometric featuring ornate parterres, and the Art Nouveau-style Bluebell, above. STRIKE A CORD What’s made from leather-like cable, inspired by the London landscape…

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HOME PROFILE THE OWNERS Maja Thylander, an interior designer and former model, her husband Lars, who works in property and finance, and their 19-year-old son Kristian. THE PROPERTY A single-storey apartment in Copenhagen, built in 1906. The centre of the property comprises a living room, TV room, kitchen-diner, dining room, office and bathroom. The main suite and dressing room are in a tower at one end of the apartment, with a sitting room, bedroom, bathroom and music room in the opposite tower. ‘MY STYLE IS INTERNATIONAL, WITH INFLUENCES FROM SOUTHEAST ASIA, China, Africa and Europe,’ says Maja Thylander. ‘Whenever I visit a country, I always bring home a treasure in my suitcase. When I look at a jar I bought in Italy, or a figure from Namibia, it reminds me…

Tie-back details and a tan finish secure this chair’s star status. Combine with accessories in monochrome patterns for a standout neutral scheme. Shop our favourite brands with the Ownable app The eclectic blend of natural materials, raw textures and naive patterns on these bowls make for a striking tribal-inspired display. Shop our favourite brands with the Ownable app A sculptural wooden table base teamed with elegant leather dining chairs delivers a masterclass in pared-back perfection. Shop our favourite brands with the Ownable app Creating interest in a neutral scheme is all about layering. This palette is simple, but pops of touch-me texture build around a tan-leather statement sofa. Shop our favourite brands with the Ownable app A wood woven desk brings textural interest to an understated scheme, which is lifted…

HOME PROFILE THE OWNERS Beth Dadswell, an interior designer and former fashion stylist, her partner Andrew Wilbourne, a graphic designer, and their son Louis, 12. THE PROPERTY A Victorian former dairy in East Dulwich. On the ground floor there is an open-plan living room and kitchen-diner, snug, office/guest bathroom. On the first floor is the master suite, Louis’ bedroom and a shower room. IT TAKES VISION and a large dose of courage to imagine living in a gritty urban space that was once, rather incongruously, occupied by cows. But for serial renovators Beth and Andrew, this unlikely back story only added to the appeal. Sandwiched between a row of south London terraces, their chic home was formerly an unprepossessing dairy, then an ice-cream store, and latterly a down-at-heel workshop. Nothing…

Enjoy an exclusive 15% off full-price home products* Livingetc has joined forces with Anthropologie to offer you the chance to enjoy a special evening discovering – and shopping – the latest interior style trends. Held at the Regent Street store, join a discussion between author, interiors stylist and founder of the blog Life Unstyled, Emily Henson, and Livingetc’s brand lead Neil McLennan. Together, they’ll offer an in-depth masterclass on how to bring the season’s key style trends seamlessly into your home. Attendees will be greeted with a delicious Seedlip cocktail – the world’s first distilled non-alcoholic spirit – or a complimentary glass of prosecco. You’ll also get an exclusive first look at Emily’s new book, Be Bold: Interiors for the Brave of Heart, and have the opportunity to buy a…

Beetroot and fennel houmous Serves 4 * 4 small beetroot* 1 small fennel bulb, trimmed and fronds reserved for garnish* Olive oil* Salt and freshly ground black pepper* 400g can chickpeas, drained and rinsed* 1 fat clove of garlic, peeled and crushed* 1tsp fennel seeds, plus extra to garnish* 1tbsp tahini* Generous squeeze of lemon juice* 100-125ml extra virgin olive oil Preheat the oven to 200°C/Fan 180°C/Gas 6. Wrap each beetroot in foil and place in a roasting tin. Slice the fennel and toss with a little oil in a separate roasting tin and season. Put both tins in the oven and roast for 40 minutes, until the fennel is softened and the beetroot tender when touched with the tip of a knife. Once the beetroot are cool, peel them…