Indholdsfortegnelse for May 2019 i Homes & Gardens

I love that we have put a pantry on this month’s cover. Besides being beautiful and full of ideas, it reflects the trend coming through in spatial design that sees contemporary properties, big and small, ‘speccing’ dedicated prep kitchens. The space we show is by interior designer Tom Cox. As a whole, I am very inspired by his cottage restoration in the Chiltern Hills (page 28). He has reinterpreted period style for 2019, updating classic tropes for the way we live now. Take, for example, his bespoke kitchen island. Its design was inspired by the preparation tables at the 16th-century country pile Burghley House, but it has been brought up to date with a worn ebony finish, copper shelf and brass handles. With just one month to go until our…

When Tom Cox first saw his home, situated in the Chiltern Hills with picturesque views over Maidensgrove Common, this panorama over an area of outstanding natural beauty was entirely hidden. Now overgrown leylandii have been replaced with elegant beech hedging, transforming this former blot on the landscape into a much-admired vista. ‘The plot was ripe for change,’ says Tom. ‘I kept the core of the former cottage and worked with my architect to design an extended home that would include a spacious central kitchen and vaulted barn extension.’ Visually inspired by property design in The Hamptons and Belgium, Tom wanted to create a sophisticated home with an eclectic ridge line and compelling flow, that would feel original and quirky, rather than boxy and new build. ‘Keeping part of the original…

WE ARE delighted to reveal the details of an exclusive reader event we are running in association with Heal’s to mark 100 years of Homes & Gardens . For this, the first in our summer series of celebrations, we are hosting an evening of interiors inspiration at the Heal’s flagship store on Tottenham Court Road. LIVELY DISCUSSION Join us to hear tastemakers from the interiors world talk about how style heritage shapes the designs of tomorrow. They will share style notes, design tips, names to know and future forecasts. The panel, hosted by H&G editorial director Sarah Spiteri, includes Suzy Hoodless, a celebrated interior designer who runs her own international consultancy; Ann Grafton, managing director and creative director of GP&J Baker, the century-old English luxury textile and wallpaper house; and…

NEVE TZEDEK This artsy neighbouring district is known for its avant-garde design stores and boutiques. Look out for the handcrafted gold and diamond designs of jeweller Orit Ivshin and the curated fashion accessories at Numéro 13. DR SHAKSHUKA Delicious shakshuka has become a permanent fixture on any respectable brunch menu, but if you want to try a truly authentic version head down to this low-key eatery near Jaffa’s famous flea market. BENYAMINI CERAMICS CENTRE A paradise for fans of all things clay, this multidisciplinary space consists of an exhibition gallery, library and multiple making studios. Plus, there’s a small gift shop for that special souvenir.…

I believe in painting with a conscience. It was when I took on an historic restoration project at Goodwood that I began to think seriously about how to return paint to its roots. It’s only in the last one hundred years that it has been made from crude oil, which requires the use of chemicals, rather than plant oil. I have always been used to working with natural materials, so the idea of developing environmentally friendly paint appealed to me. In my opinion, it is the most significant material in interior decorating when it comes to impact, surface area and style. I created 25 colours that I used in my own projects. From there, I expanded into deeper and more modern shades. I live and work out of a Queen…

Alexandra Richardson couldn’t believe it when a Thirties house came up for sale on the road in southwest London where she had lived as a child. ‘When my husband, Ben, and I went to view the house, it was like stepping back in time as it hadn’t been touched for 40 years. We both instantly had a good feeling about it and shared the same vision as we were walking around it,’ she says. ‘I loved the idea of starting from scratch and being able to do a project, and this certainly was in need of total modernisation.’ Luckily, the project was in safe hands, as Ben is a property developer, and the couple also joined forces with MWA Architects, Kiwi Building Services and interior designer Sophie Stevens and her…

“I LOVE THE LUSHNESS AND THE GREEN STRUCTURES WE HAVE CREATED, WHICH ARE FORMAL NEAR THE HOUSE AND MORE ORGANIC IN THE PARK-LIKE GARDEN” We live in a clearing in the forest,’ says Danish landscape architect Mette Fauerskov. ‘The atmosphere comes from the trees all around us. It is one of the things I love most about this place.’ Seventeen years ago, Mette, her husband, Jan, and their young twin daughters moved into a striking Modernist house in the green outskirts of Aarhus, on the Jutland Peninsula. ‘We had lived nearby, in a larger house on a busy road, but as Jan and I spent more time working in our garden the noise of the traffic became more of a problem. Then by chance I saw this house for sale.…

DESIGN Twenty years ago, an extension almost always referred to a conservatory – an often blindingly bright glazed room that was somewhere to eat or read overlooking the garden. Today, to some extent because of the inflated cost of moving house, homeowners are more strategic with their plans, maximising the square footage of the house and creating multipurpose spaces to include everything from kitchen-diners to dining rooms, wine cellars and family spaces. ‘Additional square footage is often desired but if function takes a back seat to form, the result can be impractical,’ warns Jonathan Hey of Westbury Garden Rooms. Proportion – the balance between floor space and ceiling height – is critical in creating a successful outcome. MATERIALS This choice is fundamental to the design as it’s the element that…

DESIGNER Robyn Gifford, Roundhouse, 020 7297 6220, roundhousedesign.com. THE PROPERTY A five-bedroom, late-Victorian townhouse in south London. DESIGN BRIEF To improve the layout, update the decor and generally create an all-round glorious family kitchen that is as light-filled and entertainment-friendly as possible at basement level. DIMENSIONS 4.7 x3.4m LAYOUT The old kitchen was on the same lower-ground floor but at the front of the house, facing the street, with the living space enjoying all the light and garden access in the existing extension at the back. Designer Robyn Gifford persuaded the owners, Lucy and Tom Woodhouse, to switch positions, pushing the kitchen towards the light. ‘The amount of full-height space is fairly limited so we had to be clever, but it was worth it to gain access to the skylights…

Versatile and multifaceted planters for terraces and patios can be difficult to come by, but the Air trellis planter – designed by Michael Koenig for Flora and available from Encompass Furniture – ticks all the boxes, as it is a contemporary planter and trellis in one. Fitted with castors, it is easy to move around and, as well as supporting climbing plants, it can also work as a screen when several are joined together. Planting and maintenance are made easy with a plant pot insert. H193xW97xD46cm, £928, encompassco.com.…

LUNCH on the lawn, amid mature trees and cottage roses is an English summer treat worth waiting for. Whatever the size of your garden, there’s an opportunity to create a private idyll, sheltered by greenery and lush planting. To enjoy your garden to the maximum, the design team at OKA recommend investing in a timeless set of stylish and practical outdoor furniture. Seated in comfort, you can while away the hours over lunch or dinner with friends, or simply relax with a pot of coffee or a glass of wine. Choose a spot with the best view and some shade if you want to escape the midday sun, and consider the link to the kitchen so that you can carry dishes out to the table with ease. KEY PIECES INSIDER…

ART ILLUMINATION Tom likes to create the unexpected in a kitchen setting. Using brass picture lights above abstract artwork adds depth and gives a modern edge to a traditional scheme. The bright orange painting here – T.S. Waste by Brad Teodoruk – contrasts with the classic units by Hám Interiors, painted in Fired Earth’s Cobble, bringing the room to life. WHERE TO SOURCE PICTURE LIGHTS A brass fixture like the one in Tom’s kitchen, which is available to order from Hám Interiors, has timeless appeal. DISTINCTIVE EXTERIOR Influenced by American and Flemish styles, the outside of the house has been artfully reimagined to include painted cedar cladding and discreet limestone rendered elevations, creating a softer, more natural finish. Handmade bluestone sills and bespoke doors and windows painted in a dark-green…

VISIT: CHARLESTON This quintessentially British farmhouse in East Sussex was once home to the artists Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant. Two of the foremost members of the influential Bloomsbury Group, the couple and their friends dominated London’s cultural scene in the early 20th century. While on the outside the house appears a typical country bolthole, inside is a treasure trove of art and design, including the former studios and masterworks from the family’s private collection. Until 26 August the house is exhibiting In Colour – Sickert to Riley in the new Wolfson Gallery, a display of Bell and Grant’s paintings set against the works of other colourists, charleston.org.uk. DO: AESME FLOWER WORKSHOPS Shepherd’s Bush-based horticulture studio Aesme specialises in creating naturalistic, seasonally-inspired floral displays for events and weddings. Picture the…

Q What has inspired your passion for scented plants? I grew up in Scotland in a house that had a large walled garden, and my very earliest memories are of running around outside among all the flowers. I think my love of plants started from then as I particularly loved the scented wallflowers and fruit tree blossom. My love of nature has inspired me throughout my life. Q How did your interest in fragrances evolve into Parterre? When David inherited his parents’ farm in Hampshire, we toyed with the idea of setting up a cut-flower business. Then we went on a trip to Grasse in France, famous for its perfume industry, and that sparked the idea of growing the ingredients for our own range of botanical fragrances. But we found…

SHAVED FENNEL SALAD WITH LAMB CHOPS SERVES 4 12 lamb chops (around 85g each) Salt and freshly ground black pepper 190g dried apricots, cut into thin slices (replace with fresh if ripe and fragrant) 1 shallot or small red onion, thinly sliced 60ml any vinegar except balsamic, or freshly squeezed lemon juice 455g fennel 60ml chilli oil ½ bunch of parsley, stems removed and leaves kept whole, to serve 10 sprigs of mint, stems removed and leaves kept whole, to serve ■ Season the lamb chops and allow to come to room temperature. ■ Toss the apricots, shallot and vinegar together in a bowl with a generous pinch of salt and leave to soak for a few minutes. ■ Cut the fennel in half from top to bottom and then…

This was never the plan,’ admits Meryl Lakin, who together with her husband John owns this Grade II-listed Georgian house in a village just outside Bath. The plan, when life and work permitted, was to move from London to the centre of Bath, the city where John was born and brought up and which they often visited. ‘One day, about three years ago, I said we need to go and have a look. Either we will love it or we will realise it isn’t how we imagined,’ says Meryl. They duly organised a day viewing everything on the market that fitted their brief – 10 houses in total. While driving to Bath, Meryl received a phone call from the estate agent suggesting they add another house to their list. ‘I…

This historic hue feels very much at home in a contemporary interior, offering a sophisticated backdrop for displaying favourite collected pieces. Saxe Blue is one of 110 colours in Craig & Rose’s 1829 collection, which was created from the brand’s colour archive and other historical sources.…

MARSTON & LANGINGER Hampshire-based specialist in structures that replicate the aesthetic of wood with aluminium. The team can help with orangeries, garden rooms or conservatories, marstonandlanginger.com. PRIME OAK Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, all the structural frames are manufactured using air-dried seasoned oak to ensure quality and suitability, primeoak.co.uk. GREGORY PHILLIPS ARCHITECTS This award-winning London-based practice has decades of experience in creating design-led extensions, with all projects fully managed, gregoryphillips.com. WESTBURY GARDEN ROOMS Alongside orangeries and garden rooms, you can also get help transforming side returns and lower ground floors, westburygarden rooms.com.…

CABINETRY Urbo matt lacquer kitchen in RAL 9003 White; island painted in Farrow & Ball’s Railings. Kitchens start from £35,000 at Roundhouse. APPLIANCES iQ700 HB656GBS6B single ovens, £869 each; iQ700 CS656GBS6B steam oven, £1,399; iQ700 CF634AGS1B microwave, £829; iQ700 EX275FXB1E 90cm induction hob, £1,279; iQ700 LD97DBM60B 90cm downdraft extractor, £2,069, all Siemens. For a similar fridge freezer, try the RFG23UERS1, £1,549, Samsung. Wi6131 dual-zone wine cabinet (in pantry), £956, Caple. SINK & TAP PPX 211 TL Planar Slim Top stainless-steel sink, £767, Franke. PRO3 Fusion Square boiling water tap in brushed chrome, £1,240, Quooker. SURFACES 10cm-thick Compac Unique Calacatta composite quartz island worktop, £2,850sq m; 3.5cm-thick Compac Unique Calacatta composite quartz with diffused light detail pantry worktop, £1,450sq m; 2cm-thick stainless-steel worktop, £2,300sq m; antique bronze mirrored splashback, £530sq m,…

DESIGNER Nicky Dobree, director, Nicky Dobree Interior Design, 020 7828 5989, nickydobree.com. THE PROPERTY A seven-bedroom, Twenties villa in west London. DESIGN BRIEF The brief for this master en suite focused on achieving refined elegance and a touch of glamour, with details inspired by the owners’ Parisian forays and their home’s Art Deco heritage. They also wanted plenty of storage and room to get ready for the day ahead. DIMENSIONS 5x4m. LAYOUT The rectangular room has two doorways on opposite sides (leading to bedroom and dressing room), and a tall window between on one side, leaving only one wall free of apertures. By building a stud wall in front of this clear run, Nicky has effectively created an extra wall against which to install fittings. ‘Bringing the wall forward allows…

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The cosy garden equivalent of a campfire, outdoor fireplaces are increasingly popular for those who wish to prolong their alfresco evenings. Many garden designers are being asked to include them in hang-out zones for families with teenagers. There are lots of options for adding heat, from bespoke fireplaces and contemporary fire tables fuelled by bioethanol and LPG, to more traditional wood-burning pits and bowls, such as this Flame firebowl, H23xD47cm, £189, Skagerak at Haus, hauslondon.com.…

A garden pergola or canopy can bring great form and structure to the garden, but Kettal’s new Pavilions range does this while also providing protection from the sun, wind and showers. Its H and L models are completely customisable and can be created from a vast choice of different wall and roof materials, in numerous sizes. Options include a single or double structure; waterproof, sliding or slatted ceilings; and side panels with blinds, curtains, shelving or glass. Complete the look with some complementary Kettal furniture, such as the Cala dining table and chairs (shown). Price on application, kettal.com.…

SUMMER is the time to make the most of your outdoor space, be it large or small. Even a compact courtyard or little patio can become a secluded spot for a relaxed dinner on a balmy evening, or an inviting oasis for a leisurely alfresco lunch. Here, the design team at OKA have created a stylish hideaway to enjoy the summer’s warmth. Yellow-painted, gently textured plaster walls create a sun-drenched backdrop reminiscent of Morocco, offset by the natural hues of a rustic flagstone floor. The focal point of the courtyard is a well-proportioned round Callanish outdoor dining table in Dry Pebble Grey, its eye-catching role enhanced by a grand pedestal base and sophisticated circular stripe detail. On four softly curved armchairs that suit the size of table, cushions add pops…

Charred wood has been gaining popularity as a material for cladding and decking, as well as garden boundaries and features. Based on yakisugi, a Japanese technique of preserving wood through burning the surface, it is more fire-resistant and insect-proof than many other varieties. Karl Harrison adapted the practice here in the UK, mass-producing what is created by hand in Japan. He’s coined the term ‘Shou Sugi Ban’ for the products his company produces in many finishes and textures from a variety of woods such as larch and oak. shousugiban.co.uk.…

Outdoor textiles are designed to be robust, waterproof and easy to maintain, but luxury linens brand Mark Alexander has launched Sierra, a palette of outdoor fabrics offering a higher level of comfort and softness. The material is created by weaving pure linen with specially-treated yarns followed by a finishing process to render pieces suitable for outdoor use. Choose from plain, striped and tailored designs. From £110m, markalexander.com. MAY 2019 Published by TI Media Ltd, 161 Marsh Wall, London E14 9AP. Printed by Walstead UK Ltd. Distributed by Marketforce (UK) Ltd, 5 Churchill Place, Canary Wharf, London E14 5HU. ©TI Media Ltd 2019.…

Q How did you start out creating your artwork? I discovered printmaking on a foundation course at City & Guilds of London Art School. After that I did a printmaking degree at Brighton University focusing on processes: etching, screen-printing, woodblock printing and lithography. It was when I started drawing furniture that it all fell into place. My dad used to be an antiques dealer and my mother was an interior designer, so design and decoration played a big part in my childhood. Q Where do your ideas come from and what inspires you? “I PREFER TO DRAW THINGS AS I SEE THEM RATHER THAN AS THEY ARE, SO THEY’RE SLIGHTLY DISTORTED” My inspiration comes from the home and domesticity. I cut things out from interiors magazines. I’m also inspired by…

Inspired by the elaborately painted azulejos seen on buildings throughout Portugal, this hallway embraces pattern, with decorative floor tiles that continue up the wall. An iconic Delft-style trailing stem motif makes a striking statement on a sofa. Pair with simple, sculptural furniture and choose accessories that pick out the vibrant blue hue. From subtle contemporary wallpapers to full-on decorative fabrics, classic blue-and-white tile-inspired designs are enjoying a renaissance. Subtle tones and delicate details adorn this collection of pieces that celebrate both traditional techniques and a re-imagining of Delftware. Bring pattern into your home in unexpected ways. This contemporary space is softened with a striking linen tablecloth, adding richness and warmth. Add interest to a quiet corner by displaying an eclectic mix of decorative plates on your…

STEVEN GAMBREL’S second tome, Steven Gambrel: Perspective, is a masterclass in good taste. As the founder and president of SR Gambrel, the sought-after New York interior design and architecture practice, he’s honed his signature style across a slew of international projects. This book is filled with beautiful images, from the designer’s tailored period townhouse in New York City’s West Village to a limewashed brick beach house in Bridgehampton. Gambrel’s renovation of a charming sea captain’s house in Sag Harbor, with its quaint shiplap cladding and modern take on a white picket fence, is one to drool over. His confident use of colour is endlessly inspiring – a rich palette of bright pinks, emerald greens and cerulean blues make for a lively backdrop – while nods to historical references and a…

Only a few years ago, Villa Luce, situated on the edge of Lake Como, sat dormant. Its shutters were permanently closed and its gardens lay quiet. Today, the story could not be more different. After an extensive renovation by its owner Massimo Moltrasio, the villa has reclaimed its former identity as a lively holiday home for his extended family. The overhaul was prompted by Massimo and his sister, Francesca, who were saddened by the house’s empty status. ‘It had been shared by the family for many years, but by buying our cousins’ shares we were able to move forward with our vision for it,’ explains Massimo. The house was in a forlorn condition when Massimo and Francesca finally prised it open to reveal its secrets. ‘It hadn’t been entered for…

With its glossy marble floor and gleaming chandelier, the hallway of this family home in Wimbledon elegantly announces the style of the open-plan interiors: welcoming, subtly glamorous and with more than a nod to the Art Deco era. When the owners bought the house in 2008, however, the interior felt very different. What is now the kitchen and dining area was a clunky two-storey Seventies extension housing a garage and a bedroom, accessed via a separate staircase and positioned on half levels to the rest of the house, with a disconnected feel. Five years after moving in, the owners approached architect Jonathan Plant of Lipton Plant Architects, whose plan was to replace the extension with a three-storey addition, effectively doubling the width of the house. Clever use of light wells…

CRAFT WORK The planning application process for extending a listed property is rigorous – and it can be especially tricky if you want to add a contemporary design to a period property. ‘You’ve got to have a good relationship with planners to understand their goals,’ says architect David Mikhail, co-founder of Mikhail Riches, who designed this double-height extension to a Grade II-listed house in London. He advocates using handcrafted materials – such as the white-oiled Siberian larch here – that echo the building blocks of the original house. Anyone tackling a similar project will need to invest in landscaping: here the garden was dug level with the basement and then raised with stepped terraces. WELCOME CONTRAST A key aim for anyone considering adding an extension is to ensure it marries…

1. OFF-THE-SHELF MIX You don’t always need to go bespoke. The Hathaway pantry includes a range of combinations that can be tailored to suit. Complete kitchens, from £7,500, Masterclass Kitchens. 2. WIDE OPEN Designers are harnessing full-wall walk-in pantries to host all their clients’ needs. This Modulnova Float pantry has a sliding door in rovere cuoio (raw oak). Kitchens, from £25,000, DesignSpace London. 3. BLURRED VISION On-trend ribbed glass obscures the interior of this pantry so you don’t have to keep it tidy at all times. Shown in the bespoke Manhattan kitchen, from £30,000, Mowlem & Co. 4. BACK-UP SUPPORT Add a second sink to take care of outsized pans or for anything you’d rather not clean in the main sink. Part of the Artisan kitchen, from £25,000, John Lewis…

FITTINGS Celine freestanding bath, £7,738, Devon & Devon. Bespoke mirrored vanity units, Nicky Dobree Interior Design. Henry exposed floor-mounted tub filler with hand-shower and metal lever handles (bath taps), £4,345; Henry gooseneck three-hole deck-mounted lavatory faucets with metal lever handles (basin taps), £1,267.20 each, Waterworks. SURFACES For similar marble, try Calacatta Oro tiles, £91.32sq m, All Natural Tiles. Walls painted in Wimborne White modern emulsion, £46.50 for 2.5L, Farrow & Ball. ACCESSORIES Dandelion 24 chandelier (DC4610.24) by Tony Duquette in brass, £5,229, Remains Lighting. For similar wall lights, try brass Naples wall sconces, from £449 each, Holloways of Ludlow.…

IN 1940, the Second World War prompted a block on imported wood from Europe and the USA and a ban on its use in domestic furniture. However, after the launch of Utility clothing in 1941 proved a success, an advisory committee was set up in 1942 ‘to produce specifications for furniture of good, sound construction in simple but agreeable designs... ensuring the maximum economy of raw materials and labour’. The panel included Arts and Crafts designer Gordon Russell, several furniture manufacturers, a vicar and a housewife. Designers Edwin Clinch and Herbert Cutler developed the first range in a lightning-fast six weeks. ‘The fastest we’ve ever worked,’ said Clinch at the time. The Utility Catalogue of 1943 included 28 designs in wood and veneered hardboard for the kitchen, living room and…

Combine form and function with these enduring styles…

Last summer’s heatwave combined with the pleasure of sipping a gin and tonic in the garden has kick-started a demand for outdoor bars. These sleek, multifunctional spaces are different from the tiki-inspired cocktail huts of the Seventies, taking the lead from interior trends. Designer Rhiannon Williams’ Landform Garden Bar at the 2018 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show was a perfect example, with a mini outdoor kitchen and seating around a firebowl. Get the look with Kitchen Architecture’s Roshults range (shown), from £20,000. Its Scandinavian design works in both classic and contemporary spaces and has timeless appeal, kitchenarchitecture.co.uk.…

Botanical artist Rachel Dein works with plants and clay to produce exquisite, unique floral casts. This year she will be working at the National Trust’s Hidcote, the famous Arts and Crafts garden made by Lawrence Johnston, to create a collection using plant specimens gathered there throughout the seasons. A free exhibition of the resulting work will go on display from 25 August on the ground-floor Manor House. The artist will also give occasional accompanying lectures on the inspiration she took from the gardens and the thought process behind each cast, racheldein.com.…

Choose stylish pieces with textured exteriors…

They have been out of fashion in the garden world for decades, but conifers are making a comeback thanks to support from the next generation of movers and shakers. Matthew Pottage, curator of RHS Wisley (the youngest person to ever hold the job), is a noted devotee, and designers including Matt Keightley (garden pictured), Emily Erlam and Tony Woods are turning to dwarf pines and clipped yew as an alternative to box. Find top specimens at specialist nursery Lime Cross in East Sussex, limecross.co.uk.…