Indholdsfortegnelse for September 2019 i Homes & Gardens

I am delighted to be able to announce the first-ever Homes & Gardens House Tours. On 10 and 11 October, we will be opening up six beautiful homes around Fulham, London. This is an event concept pioneered by our sister brand Livingetc, so I have already seen how brilliant the day is. It’s a unique chance to discover creative schemes in person and to meet designers behind beautiful homes. It truly brings the H&G experience to life; I hope to see many of you there. Looking through this issue as I write, I am struck that it is an uplifting one, full of passion, with fresh ideas and personal looks. All of the houses we show are bold in their own way and each has been painstakingly reconfigured by a…

Q Can you tell us a little about your background? I worked at Christie’s straight from university and then joined The Auction Room. Two years ago, I founded Partnership Editions, an online platform of attainable limited-edition pieces, with a mission to take art beyond the traditional gallery setting and into supper clubs, pop-ups, talks and workshops. “WE OPEN UP NEW WAYS TO EXPERIENCE ART BY INVITING COLLECTORS, ARTISTS AND COLLABORATORS INTO A RELAXED SPACE” Q How would you sum up your business? Curated affordable art for all. We aim to unearth accessibly priced original artwork by some of today’s most talented emerging artists. Partnership Editions is essentially a springboard for anyone looking to start or enhance their art collection. Since we began in 2017, the business has evolved and we…

BIGGEST SUCCESS Building the outdoor room, which is similar to a veranda with an open fireplace. It’s like having a large living space that works well in both summer and winter. I don’t think I could live anywhere without one now. SECRET ADDRESS Definitely flea markets and house-clearance sales. Some of my favourite possessions have been picked up for next to nothing. GREATEST INDULGENCE Probably laying pure sisal flooring in the bedrooms. I just couldn’t live with the synthetic carpet that was there originally. GO-TO COLOUR In this particular house, it is white – Dulux’s Antique White USA – on the walls and woodwork. (Timeless by Dulux is similar). It’s a warm shade and really brightens up small rooms. SMALL CHANGE, BIG IMPACT The black feature walls; a great result…

Elegant plant supports to keep the summer feeling alive…

Will Fisher, founder of Jamb, believes that he will always be a ‘man with a van’ at heart: ‘I’m still an antiques dealer, addicted to the thrill of the chase,’ he says. This modest assessment belies his talent for spotting rare antique mantelpieces, fire grates, lighting and furniture, and his role in helping to revive the English country house aesthetic by unearthing forgotten treasures. Will set up the business nearly 20 years ago and today, alongside original finds, exquisite reproductions are his stock-in-trade. His wife, Charlotte Freemantle, has steered the company’s marketing and expansion while many of its designs, such as the Hanging Globes, have become synonymous with timeless, modern-country interiors. Many of the pieces that Will scouts out were designed by British luminaries such as William Kent, Isaac Ware,…

It took more than a decade for Juliette Schneiderman and her husband, Marc, to find their perfect home – and it turned out that they were living in it all along. Their late-Victorian house has been through many iterations: the middle of its three storeys initially served as a self-contained home for the couple and their baby; then after the birth of a second child, they acquired the flat above, and finally, the ground floor became available just as a third arrived. ‘The evolution of this home was organic,’ says Juliette. ‘We didn’t intend it, but somehow we could never leave.’ The couple moved to this North London property in 2000, transforming the first-floor apartment with the help of Juliette’s mother, interior designer Marion Lichtig. It could accommodate their son,…

ON TREND Old-fashioned pantries are enjoying a resurgence in popularity ‘as we realise how useful storage furniture really is’, says Tom Howley, founder of his bespoke kitchen brand. ‘Designs can offer a huge capacity, roughly equal to six wall cabinets, so food items are all located in one convenient area.’ While some attribute the increased interest to the revival of homebaking, and others feel the trend away from wall-hung cupboards has made pantries more necessary, Andy Barette of McCarron and Company believes they are also something of a status symbol. ‘They certainly have their place and can free up the main kitchen for everything else, rather than storage. It’s a trend that I can’t see dying off,’ he says. DESIGN To maximise efficiency, make sure every functional element is detailed…

“STAND A BIRDBATH IN AN AREA OF DAPPLED SUNLIGHT IN A QUIET CORNER OF YOUR GARDEN NEAR FOLIAGE, SO THAT THE BIRDS CAN USE IT FOR COVER”SARAH WALTON, maker “THE MORE HABITATS WE HAVE THAT ENCOURAGE POLLINATING INSECTS AND BIRDS, THE BETTER IT WILL BE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT”CHARLOTTE MURRELL, garden designer…

CABINETRY Joinery, Farnham Furnishers; painted in Pigeon modern emulsion, £46.50 for 2.5L, Farrow & Ball APPLIANCES Steam oven, £5,499; oven, £3,049; warming drawer, £909; induction hob, £1,549; extractor, £1,994; fridge freezers, from £1,880; dishwasher, £1,099, all Miele SINKS & TAPS Subline Silgranit sinks in White, from £390 each, Blanco. Celsius Arc boiling water hot and cold tap, £1,999; and sparkling, chilled and filtered tap, £2,349, both Zip SURFACES Bridgehampton Marble wall tiles, £115.05sq m, Fired Earth. Dandelion floor tiles, £132sq m, Marrakech Design. Engineered wood oak flooring, £74sq m, Havwoods ACCESSORIES Hicks pendant lights, from £610 each, LuxDeco. Rough table top, €2,999; iron legs set, €649, both Norr11. Beetle chairs, £258 each, Gubi at Made in Design…

■ 1980 Architect Ettore Sottsass founded Memphis, a design collective whose furniture, fabrics and ceramics in clashing patterns expressed the group’s freethinking attitude. ■ 1983 Ian Mankin opened his London shop to sell utility fabrics for interiors. He purchased fabric straight from the loom, then organised its washing and finishing to keep prices affordable. ■ 1984 Peter Thornton’s book Authentic Decor informed the demand for archive textile prints and curtain treatments, just as the desire for English country house style went mainstream. ■ 1987 Britain’s first Ikea store opened in Warrington. The company’s aim was ‘to bring good design to all’. Enthusiasm for its products also embraced an ongoing relationship with flatpack. ■ 1989 A fragment of 18th-century Venetian flatweave inspired Roger Oates to adapt shuttle-looms to weave similar narrow-width…

Secret Address? Retrouvius in Kensal Green. It’s an architectural salvage and reclamation warehouse – an Aladdin’s cave of Art Deco light fittings, mid-20th-century furniture and industrial ephemera. I often come away with a taxi full of objects I didn’t know I needed until precisely 45 minutes before. Favourite London building? Senate House on Malet Street is Charles Holden’s masterpiece and gets more gorgeous with each passing year. The interiors are just as impressive as the Portland stone, pyramid-like exterior. I spent many long hours there as a postgrad at UCL in the late Nineties. It’s an architectural icon. Culinary spiritual home? When Richard Beatty and I were plotting ideas for our first Polpo restaurant, we’d break at 4pm for tea and a slice of Dijon mustard tart at Maison Bertaux…

COUNTRY PURSUITS Thyme, the ‘village within a village’ at Southrop in the Cotswolds, has just about everything you need for a dream rural escape. And, along with the hotel, cookery school and spa, The Piggery homeware store is now open. Filled with one-off antique treasures and consciously sourced artisanal products inspired by Thyme’s land-loving ethos, you can now take away a fitting memento. PATTERN PLAY American designer Lindsey Lang loves her adopted home in London so much she has named her new tile collection Bermondsey. The pretty pastel range, available from Domus, has two encaustic designs, two in 3D cement, two in terrazzo and an exclusive version using terrazzo and cement, from £322sq m. SHINE ON If you’re hunting for the perfect light, visit Andrew Martin’s Walton Street store where…

It might seem unlikely, given her taste in antiques and curiosities, that Heidi O’Rourke once lived in a modern home. But finding her possessions and her suburban house discordant she decided, along with her husband Jason, to pursue her dreams of leading a more rural life in the wilds of the Australian bush. ‘I was ready for a more traditional farmhouse-style home,’ she says. ‘I was excited about it no matter what problems we might face.’ In 2008, after only one viewing, the couple bought a house on the north-western outskirts of Sydney, close to where they grew up. Much of the property’s allure came from its large two-and-a-half acre garden. ‘Although we compromised on the size of the house, which is smaller than our last place, the garden is…

BLOCK PARTY Mix a Mughal-design stencil, hand-printed table linen and tonal accessories for an enticing setting. JEWEL PURPOSE Fabrics in shades of sapphire and emerald create a space that both soothes and energises. FRESH BLUES & SERENE GREENS A modern palette of blue and green works its magic on India-inspired motifs, from classic paisley and block-print botanicals to illustrative designs. DIAMONDS & A RUFF This geometric tile-effect wallpaper makes a striking focal point, with the motifs and colour theme continued on the slipper chairs. IN THE PINK Shades of rose bloom in this flamboyant scheme, with touches of burnt orange to give a nod to tropical heat. THE SPACE BETWEEN Bold motifs on fabric and wallpaper in a heady mix of pink and red evoke a sultry feel. SWEET DREAMS…

EAT: THE FARMERS ARMS IN WOOLSERY Ask a twenty-something about a forgotten social-media platform called Bebo and they might just recall what they used before Instagram. Today, the site’s founder, Michael Birch, has a new project: Woolsery, the north Devon village his grandmother was born in. Until a few years ago, many of Woolsery’s historic buildings had fallen into dereliction and disrepair. With much local support, the Birches set out on an ambitious restoration programme, which so far has transformed the shuttered village pub into an elegant country inn with a charming fish and chip shop next door. Did somebody say ‘the new Padstow’?!, woolsery.com. DISCOVER: TATE ST IVES Since its grand reopening two years ago, the Tate gallery in Cornwall art mecca St Ives has been scooping up awards…

Q Tell us a little about you. I was brought up in Essex and have always loved the outdoor life. Gardening is in my blood, too – my parents had a lovely garden and allotment when I was a child, although it wasn’t until I was in my twenties that I thought about horticulture as a career. In fact, my first job was modelling and although it was great fun I knew it wasn’t for me. “FOR SOMETHING UNUSUAL, TRY CIMA DI RAPA, A LEAFY GREEN POPULAR IN ITALY, WHERE THEY SERVE IT WITH PASTA, LEMON, PARMESAN AND ANCHOVIES” Q How did you go from model to horticulturist? I studied journalism at university and then met a boy from Cornwall, who persuaded me to live there. I found a job…

When interior designer Tom Scheerer first visualised his Bahaman holiday home, he didn’t think its seclusion would last long. ‘It sits on a stretch of land that a friend of mine was developing, but since then the development has stopped, so now my place is practically all by itself with six miles of beach in either direction,’ he explains. Clearly relishing the property’s remoteness, Tom named the house ‘Zanzibar’, after the wild and windy island in Africa it reminded him of. Having owned two previous properties in the Bahamas, he wanted to move from the more built-up and bustling Harbour Island to the less populated Abaco Islands. The allure of the rugged North islands was also in part to avoid ever-encroaching building works. ‘In the Bahamas, there’s always a fear…

HEAL’S appeared in our first issue, 100 years ago, and our love of the brand has never dimmed. Since 1810, it has built a reputation for producing furniture that combines craftsmanship with the best materials, and this season it launches two collections inspired by the past but with an eye on the future. The essence of Heal’s new Deco Moderne collection is illustrated by the curved silhouettes of the upholstered furniture. Taking inspiration from the Art Deco movement, the pieces are elevated with discreet touches of metallics and luxurious textures, while home accessories in jewel tones will add a sense of depth. In lighting, the trend for marble continues with the launch of Heal’s striking Globe pendants. Meanwhile, the Modern Nostalgia collection brings a palette of dark earthy hues with…

WREN KITCHENS With dozens of showrooms across the UK, this designer and manufacturer offers plenty of storage solutions, from fitted and freestanding units to walk-in larders, wrenkitchens.com. SMALLBONE OF DEVIZES The furniture maker that pioneered designer country kitchens in the Eighties offers beautifully crafted larder cupboards and pantries in classic and contemporary styles, smallbone.co.uk. CHAMBER FURNITURE Experts in hardwood kitchens, this Kent-based company has more than 20 years of experience in designing fitted and walk-in pantries and larders, chamberfurniture.co.uk. HARVEY JONES Choose from larder options in a range of widths and internal configurations that include spice racks and pullout shelves, all of which can be painted in any colour or finish, harveyjones.com.…

DESIGNERS Lisa and Roy Persse, Porter Bathroom, 020 3355 1817, porterbathroom.com. THE PROPERTY A five-bedroom new-build home in California. DESIGN BRIEF To maximise the unusually generous, sun-filled proportions of this master bedroom’s en suite and make a connection with nature – the area is famed for its redwood trees. The overall look was to be led by the rest of the house’s pared-back, Belgium-inspired architecture. DIMENSIONS 6x3.3m LAYOUT ‘We started with the bath,’ recalls Roy. ‘The space naturally called out for it to take centre stage. Placing the vanity units on either side created the perfect trio, with each piece given enough space to make a calm but powerful statement as you enter the room.’ While sloping ceilings can often hinder an interior, here they are high enough not to…

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Victoria Davar has a keen eye for 19th-century French and Swedish antiques, sold in her Lillie Road shop, and her feed on @maisonartefact – with floral abundance and restrained palettes – never fails to captivate us. How would you describe your Instagram account? A quiet vignette; the tale of antiques captured in a moment of stillness. An intimate glimpse of life in the shop and within our interior projects. Who would you recommend we follow and why? @joannaplantinteriors for timeless, elegant interiors; sensuous beauty with a chic twist. And @minford_journal for covetable fashion and interiors, beautifully curated.…

MOODY SHADES Heidi introduced accents of deep colour to create both a dramatic backdrop for some of her rustic furniture and vintage accessories and a contrast to the white palette of her interiors. She painted the guest room bedhead in Leaden by Porter’s Paints, which contrasts beautifully with the neutral shade of Gaiety Tan by Taubmans on the wall. WHERE TO SOURCE RICH NEUTRALS Bring an earthy relaxed feel to interiors with shades ranging from soft browns to more grey-toned beiges. REPURPOSED SINK UNIT Embracing the non-fitted style of her kitchen, Heidi decided to keep the quirky workbench that the previous owner had adapted for use as a sink unit. To recycle an antique table, sideboard or desk in the same way, ensure that it’s structurally sound and seal the…

IT wasn’t the beautiful old country house but the walled garden in the grounds that drew Robin Hutson to Brockenhurst in Hampshire. It was here that he first saw the potential for The Pig ‘restaurants with rooms’, a new hotel venture where the kitchen garden would become the focal point. The idea proved a winning mix as this relaxed country house hotel has grown into a group of six Pigs across the south of England, with more still on the way. Robin has distilled his ethos into a new book, which is full of beautiful imagery as well as classic dishes – from aged rib of beef to a proper fish pie. There’s even a joyful recipe for a pink blancmange bunny. Pick up practical skills, including pickling, foraging flowers…

Take a quick glance at Lisbeth Kamstrup’s home in a small town on the outskirts of Copenhagen and you’d be forgiven for thinking it was the epitome of Scandi cool. Surrounded by lakes and woodland, with all those blonde pine floorboards, the monochrome accents, those greys tinged with Danish blue… But in fact Lisbeth’s inspiration for the design comes not from the aesthetic of her homeland, but from somewhere much further away – yes, you guessed it (or perhaps you didn’t): Japan. Citing the starting point for this pared-back look as the Far East is not as far-fetched as you might imagine – as Lisbeth says, the styles of the Orient and her own country have many similarities. ‘In the Japanese design tradition they have a great penchant for good…

PURE AND SIMPLE Brilliant white walls and cabinetry enliven this country-style kitchen, softened by the muted grey wash on the wooden beam. To keep a kitchen as pared-back and clutter-free as this, separate storage in the form of a walk-in pantry relieves the need for shelves or wall-hung cupboards. Notice the planked back wall – this subtle decorative change marks out the more functional use of this area, but painted in the same shade as the walls it fits seamlessly into the room’s design. Leaving the entrance open requires some discipline – the shelves on show are for visually pleasing items or ingredients decanted into Kilner jars, while less attractive appliances and packaging can be tucked around the corner. IN THE GROOVE Ensure that nothing gets lost or hard to…

FITTINGS Clyde single vanity units with limed-oak storage, polished nickel frames and marble tops, £6,800 each; Clyde marble slab bath in Leige Grey honed marble, £5,200; bespoke steam shower and frameless enclosure (out of shot), around £10,000; Pelham basin wall three-hole taps in polished nickel, £366 each, all Porter Bathroom. Wall-mounted basin mixers, £1,878 each; freestanding bath mixer with handshower, £2,420.46; Tuxedo by Barbara Barry shower thermostatic trim with Classic handle, £2,108.30; Tuxedo by Barbara Barry shower volume control trim with Streamline handle, £643.53; Tuxedo by Barbara Barry handshower, £1,676; Air Induction small traditional raindome shower with wall-mounted arm, £1,118.99, all Kallista at West One Bathrooms SURFACES Leige Grey honed-marble tiles, 61x61cm, £138sq m, Porter Bathroom. Walls in Strong White modern emulsion, £46.50 for 2.5L, Farrow & Ball ACCESSORIES Hayden…

‘I WAS looking for two cups and saucers as a birthday present for my mother,’ says Emma Bridgewater. ‘It was October 1984 and what I saw in the shops had no connection with the gorgeous way my mother lived, or her kitchen dresser full of mismatched china.’ In that instant Emma, fresh from graduating in English Literature and with no business experience, determined to create a new kind of pottery. Within two weeks she had an appointment with a model maker in a Stoke-on-Trent factory. ‘He turned my wobbly drawings into pottery,’ she says, ‘and made 100 pieces that I decorated, glazing them in the bathroom.’ She adopted the spongeware decorating technique after a study of early English Staffordshire pottery. Using patterns cut into a sponge, Emma found she could…