Indholdsfortegnelse for June 2019 i Home Journal

London-based print maven Anna Glover believes that what lies within every project is a celebration of beautiful art, storytelling, and craftsmanship. This philosophy certainly shines through in her creative background in fashion, trend forecasting, and colour consultancy. Since establishing her eponymous studio five years ago, Anna has been curating contemporary designs that blend nostalgic accents, which have gained her heaps of recognition, including international design awards and a global collaboration with H&M. I’ve always known I would work in a creative field, but I didn’t know exactly what it would be; it just sort of happened. I guess this may be influenced by the strong creative and scientific traits that run in my family. From a design point of view, it’s the perfect balance of creativity and technical precision that…

A balmy holiday abode is a sacred sanctuary to treat yourself to a well-earned time out. As we arrive in the tranquil Stanley neighbourhood where a successful professional’s holiday retreat quietly sits, we’re instantly greeted with a verdant view and a gentle breeze – and that’s exactly what we would expect. After all, this is her personal temple to unwind and isolate herself from all the daily hassles. And for a discerning tastemaker like the homeowner, her second home in the city should be as spectacular as her primary living space, but with a slightly different aesthetic interpretation. When the lady of the house envisioned a bright and comfortable home for herself, she enlisted Sai Sai, designer and director of Hong Kong-based interior and design practice Møft Studio, to bring…

“IT WAS LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT, AND I IMMEDIATELY IMAGINED WHAT IT COULD BE AFTER I DECORATED IT” Impeccable taste comes naturally to Sophie Wannenes. Hailing from a family of antique dealers who’ve been in the industry for five generations, she found her true calling by opening her own boutique, Palermo Uno. Sophie’s exquisite aesthetic manifests throughout the saturated showroom, which serves a dual purpose as her home. Coupled with an affinity for art and decor, Sophie’s optimism and energy, drawn from years of working in advertising, make her the perfect salesperson – and it certainly helps that the space sells itself. To walk through Palermo Uno is to explore different styles and eras, with an abundance of inspiration and references held within. Much of it is due to Sophie’s…

DOHA, QATAR With marvelous buildings such as the I.M. Peidesigned Museum of Islamic Art and OMA’s Qatar National Library, Qatar is certainly no stranger to stunning feats of architecture. Doha’s wow factor only heightens this year with the opening of the National Museum of Qatar — a 430,000sqft structure that’s defined by drama, but not by gimmickry. Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Jean Nouvel, the all-white complex inspired by a mineral formation dubbed the “desert rose” was this year’s most anticipated arrival in the Middle East. And on the horizon is the Zaha Hadiddesigned Al Wakrah Stadium, the grounds for the forthcoming FIFA World Cup in 2022. A slew of new and upcoming architectural landmarks is set to put Hamburg’s design prowess on the map. HAMBURG, GERMANY When planning a…

A co–founder and partner of SAOTA Architecture, a design firm based in Cape Town, South Africa, Greg Truen masterminded his own home for his family of three. “It was strange to be on the other side of the equation,” says Greg of the process. “At the same time, it was an opportunity to play around with some of our bigger ideas at the office.” The architect’s 9,000sqft dwelling, characterised by sleek lines and natural materials, is a window into the firm’s ethos and practice. “Our work is very contemporary, though we’re also very much concerned about how the spaces work, and the connection between the internal spaces and the landscape,” says Greg. “Often, we’ll borrow from other spaces and extend views out as far as possible. For us, once we’ve…

The mere mention of Zanzibar conjures images of white sand, palm-fringed beaches, lush tropical forests, and exotic spices – and this emotional response is precisely why Zanzibar has become one of the world’s most sought-after holiday destinations. The Zanzibar Archipelago – consisting of Unguja (known simply as Zanzibar), Pemba Island, and some smaller islets collectively known as the Spice Islands – is located about 30 kilometres off the coast of mainland Tanzania. Once a stopover for ships bound for the Far East, Zanzibar’s history is rich with perfume, gold, sublime textiles, and exotic spices. But the island is so much more than a stopover, as you’ll soon find upon discovering the cultural delights of Stone Town. This small town transports you to a bygone era; as one of the oldest…

01. OKOOKO BY EUROPEAN BEDDING Okooko’s complete sleeping system featuring all-natural hygienic and hypoallergenic latex mattresses and pillows, and adjustable, sustainablysourced wood bed bases offers support-enhanced slumber in style. 02. THEODORE ALEXANDER A gently curved, diamond quilted headboard, solid oak frame and bronze-finished tapered legs imbue the Armour Bed from the Steve Leung for TA collection with a creative touch. Available at Royal Collection Pick! BOCONCEPT 03. BOCONCEPT Defined by grandiose lines, the Mezzo creates a luxurious sanctuary thanks to its Estoril leather upholstery and soft tufted headboard. The bed frame lifts to reveal ample storage. 04. NATUZZI ITALIA Venere comes in five sizes and a choice of leather or a mix of leather and fabric upholstery in more than 200 colours to suit different decors. Complete the look with…

A standard of exceptional quality is instantly conjured among Hong Kong’s design scene at the mention of JS Aluminium Window. The homegrown brand, birthed in 2016 out of co-founder Esmond Pat’s discovery of the mediocre offerings then populating the local market, has since introduced a wealth of top-tier European brands and superb offerings to meet the city’s discerning taste and increasing demand for quality yet reasonably priced aluminium windows. Hailing from countries such as Germany, Belgium and Spain, each of JS Aluminium Window’s brands carries a unique niche that caters to different functions. Each project, Esmond points out, is treated with substantial care. Providing quality services is also at the fore: the company helps clients define their needs and understand the progress of their constructions by increasing the transparency of…

Some clients are very hands-on, while others give their decorators more free rein. The owners of this Beirut triplex – a couple with three children who live between Lebanon and Angola – initially left Lebanese interior designer Claude Missir more or less to his own devices. “It was complicated,” he admits. “They gave me their complete trust, but I knew nothing about their private life, their lifestyle and their tastes.” After a while, Claude insisted on a little guidance and asked the husband for some images of interiors he liked. In return, he received photos of rooms decorated with quintessentially French wall and ceiling mouldings. “That told me two things – that he didn’t want a zen-like contemporary home and that he liked Parisian style,” continues Claude. Another five months…

Okooko by European Bedding believes that natural materials bring better quality sleep – and that’s why its complete sleep system, comprising mattress, pillow and bed base, is made only with natural materials. The Heveya mattresses, for example, are made from 100 percent certified natural organic latex and contain no harsh chemicals or glues. Natural latex is recommended by professionals as the best mattress for support, and Okooko’s mattresses have seven firmness zones to accommodate the body’s natural contours and to support hips, back and neck. Three densities across three mattress heights cater to different firmness preferences, and these can be combined in one king mattress so that two can sleep together in total comfort. As well as Asian and European sizes, mattresses can be custom-made to any dimensions. Just like…