Indholdsfortegnelse for October 2022 i Homes & Gardens

1. Curve tiles, £20 each, Sophie Caulfeild for Feild 2. Kabuto light, £2,780, Lola Lely for The New Craftsmen 3. Boa wallcovering in Ochre, £840 a roll, Black Edition 4. Silla de Baile chair, £10,200, Wilkinson & Rivera for SCP 5. Wavelength rug in Rust, from £3,773, Kelly Wearstler for The Rug Company 6. Wiggle napkin, £69 for 6 assorted, Polkra x Jess Wheeler 7. Inky Dhow bar cabinet, £28,800, Bethan Gray & WONDER WALLS ‘The World of…’ is a collaborative project that sees Artorial, an online destination for contemporary artworks, pay homage to some of its favourite creatives. First up is interior designer Laura Stephens and a collection of 22 prints designed by the Artorial in-house team, which celebrates Laura’s decorative flair. For pure maximalist joy, we’d choose the…

IT’S BEEN A busy year for the British design house Cole & Son. Salone del Mobile 2022 saw the launch of a new collaboration between Cole & Son and the fashion house Stella McCartney. Fungi Forest is based on Stella’s summer 2022 Toile de Jouy print – only reimagined as a wallcovering in burgundy and a jewel-toned navy. The wallpaper is printed on Cole & Son’s most sustainable base to date: a new eco substrate which is derived from 79% renewable fibres with a manufacturing process that produces 30% less greenhouse gases than traditional non-woven wallcoverings. This year has also seen Cole & Son pay homage to its roots with a collection of wallpapers entitled The Gardens. ‘These are hand-drawn and hand-painted over countless hours, the ever-changing light, colour palette…

STATEMENT COOK SPACES THERE’S a lot to consider when we are choosing colours for the kitchen, however subtle. The size of the room is a factor as well as the colours in the rooms around it. The materials in a kitchen – whether used for the cabinets and surfaces or the objects added to it (plates, pots) – can also influence our colour choices. You have to be flexible and try introducing colour in different ways to arrive at a perfect combination. ■ The island is a safe place to experiment because it’s slightly below eye level. I think a lot of people are quite brave in their island choice. We’ll often choose darker shades to use on a kitchen island compared to those on the main cabinets. ■ We…

TRADITIONAL DESIGNS A golden rule when it comes to fireplaces is that they must fit with the style of the house, says antiques dealer and decorator Max Rollitt. ‘It’s an integral part of the architecture of a home so choose one that works with the existing details.’ When it comes to mantelpieces, he favours a crowded look – to add character. ‘I like to include candlesticks, tea lights, lamps, Staffordshire figurines, postcards, photos and paintings.’ Finally, always have an overmantel mirror, ideally with a soft mercury silver plate. ‘And have two or three table lamps dotted around the room which, together with the candles and firelight, will give a warm cosy glow.’ MODERN LOOKS The interesting thing about contemporary fireplaces, says interior designer Lindi Reynolds, is that they follow the…

A well-organised party has always come high on the priority list of the Missoni fashion dynasty. Such is the family’s love of entertaining, that a whole apartment in the Milan office building has been designated expressly for the purpose. ‘We decided to set aside the apartment solely for pleasure in the 1970s. This has been the place where we celebrated all the collections,’ Rosita Missoni says. ‘Friends and editors loved our parties. The biggest was for my 77th birthday and now I am 91. Time goes by,’ she adds wistfully in a warm voice that breaks into frequent laughter. Rosita and her late husband Ottavio founded Missoni in 1953, beginning as a knitwear workshop shortly after they married. Now the matriarch at the head of four generations, Rosita stepped down…

NEW DIMENSIONS Bring a burst of dynamic movement to vertical surfaces with Scolpito, Claybrook’s latest inventive tile launch. Each mesh-backed, mosaic-style sheet contains 20 randomly mixed flat and 3D tiles designed to add sculptural depth and interest to walls and kitchen splashbacks. Colour-wise, you can choose from vibrant Verde and Arancia or neutral Bianco, then decide whether to go for tactile matt or light-boosting gloss. Scolpito ceramic tiles in Verde Gloss and Arancia Matt, £84.99sq m; Soriano Spencer porcelain tiles (on floor), £69.94sq m, Claybrook. ISLAND DESTINATION Martin Moore’s revamped Notting Hill showroom is the hot new destination for kitchen trendspotters, with ribbed glass, backlit faux onyx and Tigermoth lighting just a few of the treats in store. ‘Star of the refresh has to be the island with bench seating…

ON THE MAP Take a moment for Marcel Wanders’ latest collaboration, this time with Devon&Devon, which features dreamy wallpaper designs that are also available on ceramic slabs in two sizes. Perfect for shifting wall surfaces seamlessly from bedroom to bathroom, pattern options range from out-there billowy blooms to this subtler illustrative print with cartographic street cred. The collection also includes a vanity table, mirrors and ceramic accessories. TO BOLDLY GO ‘Pushing ceramicware beyond boundaries’ is Cielo’s bold claim and it’s hard to deny the Italian brand’s adventurous flair, especially when it comes to colour. The latest colour palette, Acque di Cielo, created by artistic directors Andrea Parisio and Giuseppe Pezzano, comprises six ocean-led shades all sporting a rich, glossy finish. Shown here is Cielo’s Plinio basin in the smouldering blue-green…

CELEBRATED interior designer Laura Gonzalez is the mastermind behind the stunning renovation of Paris’ Saint James. Part of the Relais & Châteaux group, it’s unlike any other hotel you’ll find in the city, with large gardens, luxurious facilities and a ‘members’ club’ feel. Laura’s interiors are layered and elegant, yet also decadent and contemporary, the perfect foil to the building’s grand original architecture. Once a private residence, there’s no shortage of neoclassical details; on arrival you can’t fail to be struck by the soaring volumes and decorative flourishes. But Laura brings an air of contemporary country house with ornate wallpapers, draped fabrics and an atmospheric colour palette. Once you’ve finished ogling the interiors (it takes a while – even the indoor pool features a carved bas-relief by François Mascarello) either…

As the heart of the home, the kitchen is one of my favourite rooms, but it is primarily a functional space. The design process is two-pronged – first, considering the layout and how one will move through the kitchen; then, how we want the room to feel – if it is to be an energising or calm, reflective space. The layout and look definitely need to feed into one another. Infusing a range of textural materials can be a great way to give dimension to a kitchen. I love creating a conversation between the interior and its exterior, through materials and textures that speak to the natural beauty of an environment. Marble is not only stylish but also durable. Adding panelled sections to kitchen walls or cabinets can create visual…

Shower experience The flush-fitted ceiling Dornbracht rain shower, from £1,044, is designed to deliver a spa-like experience. It features a powerful rinsing jet and a relaxing rain shower function with feather-like rain drops, as well as chromotherapy lighting. SAFETY FIRST As the water temperature increases, the LED display on the Grohe Plus mixer, £880 in chrome medium, changes from cool blue to warm red, as a helpful safety aid and a nudge towards saving energy. ASTUTE CONTROL Roca’s Smart Shower, £4,052 for the set shown here, allows up to three users to pre-set their shower duration, maximum temperature and flow rates based on their individual requirements. It can be controlled via an app on your phone, so that you can monitor and reduce water and energy consumption. Modern drama The…

Bathrooms can be clinical spaces, so I work hard to make them the very opposite. I want them to feel homely and inviting, by injecting colour with a considered choice of tiles or painted joinery. For example, a vanity unit, painted in an unexpected colour, can make a standout piece that instantly introduces warmth. Plain subway wall tiles in a beautiful shade can be a cost effective way of introducing impact, especially when paired with joinery painted in a contrasting colour. We love playing around with pairings – sometimes surprising combinations are the most successful. White or off-white walls, white and grey marble tiles or even an expanse of plain white bath can be used as a juxtaposition to a bold colour pairing and to prevent a scheme becoming overwhelming…

1. Winson table lamp, £1,020, Julian Chichester 2. Argo Flexi table lamp, £2,100, Soane Britain 3. Hyde lamp, £288, David Hunt 4. Ginny lamp base, £82; White Porto handmade marble paper shade, £43, Pooky 5. Farnham desk lamp base, £565; 5in Cylinder lily linen lampshade, £72, Vaughan 6. Tilting Reader lamp, £495, Cameron & Miles 7. Alma table light, £649, Original BTC x Beata Heuman & PASSION FOR PATTERN Take a walk on the wild side in a room adorned with roaming beasts (From top, L-R) Camu in Coral Bells, £228m, Christian Lee at Stroheim Eversley in Jade Rose, £150 a roll, Parker & Jules Beasts in Multi on Ivory, £436 a roll, Happy Menocal at Schumacher Ismaelia in Fuchsia and Anis, price on request, Pierre Frey Girofle in Mauve/Cardamom,…

‘Decorating with deep purple is about selecting the right tone. Purples with an underlying red create a warm, intimate space, while blue-based ones are more dramatic. Purple works best in small spaces deprived of light, so is ideal for creating jewel-box rooms.’ JOA STUDHOLME, colour curator, Farrow & Ball ‘A great choice for bedrooms, living and dining rooms, as well as hallways, a warm, cocooning deep purple can make a space feel inviting and glamorous. If you’re not sure about using it on the walls, try it on smaller areas such as woodwork, kitchen cabinetry or a front door to introduce characterful colour without taking over the space; it looks fabulous in a gloss finish too.’ DOMINIC MYLAND, CEO, Mylands ‘An unexpected accent colour in a living room, such as…

MAXIMALISM as a design movement is very much in vogue. While maximalist interiors may often appear busy at first glance, a knowledgeable and experienced hand ensures the difference between a curated and a cluttered room. In his new book More is More is More, Carl Dellatore showcases maxi interiors and the expression of such eclectic creativity. Here we step into this world of excess with five designers’ aesthetic visions. 1 SURFACES A touch of theatricality goes a long way in maximalist interiors. Not every surface should be over the top – it’s about balance, with some surfaces receding and others taking centre stage. In this North Carolina home, the comparatively calm stone-effect wallcovering allows the floor and ceiling to shine out and the scenic mural on the far wall to…

WHY GO FOR A PLASTER EFFECT It’s a treatment that’s particularly effective in old houses, where walls are rarely perfectly entirely smooth and right angles can be hard to come by, but it will also help to soften the overall look of a new home. ‘We like using plaster effects in our schemes—they give life and movement to otherwise stark or too perfect surfaces,’ says Henriette von Stockhausen of VSP Interiors. ‘Plaster effects can look great in most rooms of the house, but I particularly like using a tadelakt in bathrooms – the smooth finish looks super smart. Sometimes, we’ve applied wax to a polished plaster wall – it’s a clever way to create a gentler effect. We’ve also used a wallpaper by Lewis & Wood in a recent project…

It seems ironic that Dara Caponigro’s Bronx home should be bathed in understated neutrals given her role as creative director of Schumacher, the 133-year-old American textile house renowned for fabrics, wallpapers and trims imbued with a sophisticated combination of colour, pattern and intricate embellishment. ‘I love colour but I’m faced with a lot of it at work,’ says Dara. ‘While I admire people who can mix pattern so well – like Kit Kemp – when it comes to living with it, I wanted this house to feel calm and serene,’ says Dara of the home she shares with her husband David, two grown-up children and dogs Victory and Sasha. Cocooned by a woodland of tall trees that provide sanctuary for red cardinals, robins, skunks and even coyotes, Dara’s elegant, ivy-festooned,…

WORK THE WALLS Maximise the shape of an outsized mirror by continuing the line on moulded plasterwork behind. ‘Mouldings that soften straight lines represent the best of contemporary biophilic design and provide a three-dimensional effect with purity and softness,’ enthuses Sara Ramundo, product design manager, Devon&Devon. Circular mirrors are obvious contenders to lead this smart surface approach but also consider lozenge and arched designs, which work particularly well in smaller bathrooms. Clean, crisp moulded lines are key, so do seek out an experienced plasterer, ideally one specialising in waterproof materials like tadelakt, which is ideal in moisture-rich spaces. Kalos washbasin with circular mirror by Massimo Iosa Ghini for Devon&Devon, from £5,153 BALANCING ACT Modest materials can play a harmonising role that tones down ornately curved motifs. ‘Curves are my addiction…

APPLE, QUINCE & STAR ANISE TARTE TATIN SERVES 4-6 150g caster sugar2 whole star anise, ground80g salted butter4 apples, peeled, cored and quartered2 quince, peeled, cored and quartered250g all-butter puff pastry ■ Preheat the oven to 160°C/Gas 3. ■ Put a 20cm shallow, non-stick, ovenproof pan on the hob over a medium heat, and add the sugar, star anise and 60g of the butter to it, stirring to blend thoroughly as they melt. Up the heat a little, stir occasionally, and allow the buttery sugar to turn to a brown caramel. ■ Warm the remaining butter in a separate pan over a low heat. ■ Arrange the apple and quince pieces around the edge of the pan of caramel, then in an inner circle. Cook for a couple of minutes,…

Intelligent cooktop The Novy Easy Pro 80cm vented induction hob, £2,599, features a quiet central extractor that regulates the extraction speed once cooking begins. It also has four cooking zones that can be converted into two large Flexzones on either side of the central extractor vent – useful for big pans and stockpots – and even an automatic cooking function, which immediately reduces boiling water to a simmer. CLEAN LINES Poliform’s Shape kitchen features recessed handles in Moka matt lacquer, seen here with steel units and peninsula, and suspended Infinity modular system, which can be customised with lighting, extractor hood configurations, and more. Prices on application. GO WITH THE GRAIN In a new range of lacquer finishes the Intarsio storage system by Cesar, is an elegant blend of craftsmanship and…

The best approach for designing a kitchen is to think about how you like to cook. It seems obvious, but it is often forgotten. Everyone has favourite pots and pans and preferences in terms of appliances, so carefully consider the layout, the storage and practical needs. All the while, bear in mind that the kitchen is more than just for food preparation – it is the hub of the home, a media room, a family room, a dining room, a breakfast room, and there are different requirements for all these things. Consider also what will bring true enjoyment in the space. I believe that comes from the colour, texture and aesthetic of the room – and from a sense of soul. It is important that a kitchen reminds you of…

One of the important things about designing a bathroom – especially in the country – is that it doesn’t seem utilitarian. We like to make sure that it feels like any other decorative space, with antiques and freestanding elements. Often, old houses have limitations in terms of plumbing or structural features that can’t be moved, presenting layout challenges. We try to work with them, perhaps by putting a bath in the centre of the room, for example, keeping the original wood floor and adding a hard-wearing marble ‘rug’ for it to sit on. Using a frameless glass shower screen means it disappears, and the architectural features remain as the focus of the room. We will always use traditional-style tap and shower fittings in a country house, because they are part…

CREATIVE THINKING In our celebration of unique design, we applaud Altfield for bringing us Patricia Urquiola and Jannelli & Volpi’s wallcovering collaboration, CO.DE. Rooms, and Pierre Frey for this Petrouchka rug. The Bronze pot is by Abigail Ozora Simpson at Alexander Lamont + Miles and Laurène B Tardrew & Romain Jourdan’s Moon chair is at Philippe Hurel. All will launch in September at Focus/22 at Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour, which will also host Formed with Future Heritage, a showcase of emerging and established makers, 10-14 October. WORK OF ART The classical shape and tactile white plaster finish of Paolo Moschino’s Elsa table lamp base, £1,400, are a winning combination. You might consider it more sculpture than lighting, but whichever way you look at it, it’s a fine piece. BRIGHT NEW…

AMECHI PRODUCT DESIGNER London-based design brand Amechi was founded by Cameroonian-born product and furniture designer Amechi Mandi. With a focus on traditional African textiles, his colourful and distinctive designs take inspiration from his heritage. This year saw the launch of his wallpaper collection in collaboration with Dado Atelier; a series of designs that sit between sophisticated and statement. Amechi is currently preparing to launch a collection of throws, as well as a range of ceramics as part of his Kirdi collection – expect more pattern and colour. amechihome.com THE BACKWARD VENDOR LEATHER WORKER April Mai, founder of The Backward Vendor, is an artisan leather worker based in Hackney, London. Combining traditional techniques with creative innovation, she makes handcrafted and everyday leather goods using vegetable tan leather from a traditional tannery.…

SEEING RED An inventive collection between Vanderhurd x 8 Holland Street, the Checkerboard Rook rug is a great way to bring interest to an otherwise pared-back interior. To keep things fresh, try moving rugs from room to room to give a space a new design spin. COLOUR MATCH A smart and striking design for a hallway, painting chequerboard squares on an existing floor is a great and cost-effective alternative to laying tiles. Here, Annie Sloan Paint has been used to create the checked floor tiles using Primer Red and Original chalk paint, finished with a lacquer. IN THE FRAME The classic design need not be limited to flooring and tiles. Here, it has been incorporated beautifully as a pattern across these oval frames from Matilda Goad. Available in a variety…

CENTRE STAGE It’s impossible to ignore a highly architectural fireplace, so better to embrace it and create a scheme taking cues from the design. This fireplace for one of the apartments in Chelsea Barracks was designed by Squire & Partners using a series of linear steps in lieu of a surround. Interior decorator Charu Gandhi of Elicyon was asked to build a scheme around it. ‘The fireplace has a monolithic yet light quality to it, and it enhances the symmetry of this space,’ says Charu. ‘We played to this symmetry with the setting of the furniture but softened the geometry with curved, warm-coloured pieces. The artwork is by Geraldine Larkin, who stitched this metal tapestry as a counterpoint to the fireplace’s linearity.’ SHAPES WITHIN SHAPES Chimney pieces in grand houses…

Fabrics have always been integral to the lives of Patrick Frey, president and creative director of Pierre Frey, and his wife Lorraine, previously head of the company’s international PR. So it’s only natural that handwoven linens and cool cottons from the renowned French fabric house are at the heart of the couple’s country retreat in the Luberon. But this decorating theme comes with a proviso. ‘The role of the fabrics is to perfect and complete the atmosphere of the house without ever betraying it,’ says Patrick. ‘We want at all costs to keep the essence, spirit and authenticity that originally charmed us.’ Their village home is a traditional bastide, with thick stone walls that have provided shelter from the strong mistral winds and respite from the summer heat for centuries.…

Of the three touchstones in interior designer Sheila Bridges’ life, her home in New York’s Hudson Valley is perhaps the most representative of her personality – being entirely conceived by her. ‘I did hire an architect but I had already designed the house because I had a specific idea of what I wanted,’ she says. Her other two properties – in Harlem, New York City, and Reykjavik – are period homes while here Sheila began from the ground up. ‘I had already been in the area for many years but I wanted to downsize. My previous home was a farm where I kept horses, sheep and goats and had a lot of land but I wanted a simpler life. Something more manageable but big enough for me to enjoy the…

PLAN A STRONG LAYOUT This is key, as seen in Vita Sackville-West’s world-famous White Garden at Sissinghurst in Kent. ‘The structural layout is quite formal, in essence; a series of paths and small box hedges on a grid pattern that really holds the garden all year, regardless of the season and whether there are lots of white flowers in bloom,’ says Sissinghurst head gardener Troy Scott Smith. CREATE CONTRAST Avoid monotony by varying plant heights and shapes. ‘Spires of tall flowers add impact; those with blowsy blooms, such as Paeonia lactiflora ‘Duchesse de Nemours’, add weight. Plant the same varieties in groups, repeating the combination,’ advises garden designer Claudia de Yong. ‘We have a combination of three types of plants at Sissinghurst. Lots of mound-forming grey-leafed plants, such as artemisia…

SHELF STYLE Be they decorated with ceramics, vintage glassware, plants or recipe books, shelves can be used to add individual style to a kitchen, as Mike Fetherston, design director of Hetherington Newman, explains. ‘As kitchens are increasingly central to the home and where families come together for meals and to socialise, areas for display are important to personalise the space and add interest, giving a more relaxed and welcoming feel.’ Choose from floating shelves (without visible supports) to those with stylish brackets, from plate racks to cubby holes built into furniture. PRACTICALITY Architect Ben Allen of Studio Ben Allen emphasises the practical function of shelving above the worktop in kitchen design. ‘We love providing space to display all things cooking and food related, so we often design open shelves,’ he…

MAKING A FEATURE Every bathroom needs balance, general lighting for everyday use, commonly achieved with recessed downlights, as well as task lighting, particularly around the vanity area for practical purposes. ‘But why should bathroom lighting only be functional, when we style and decorate the rest of the rooms in our homes? A bathroom should not be any different,’ says Susanne Nielsen, designer and founder of Ebb & Flow. Scott Lewis, design manager at Kitchen Architecture, agrees that the addition of statement lighting can make all the difference to the success of your scheme. ‘A statement light can bring an extra dimension to the scene, by giving off a warm, low glow or creating a pattern of light and shadow,’ he explains. ‘This can transform your space from a regular bathroom…

I AM always analysing why certain spaces are so successful and others are not. Why do we feel a certain way in different spaces? I return time and again to the Swiss architect Peter Zumthor’s book Atmospheres where he asks these same questions. He talks about sitting in an Italian piazza and experiencing a moment of serenity but wonders why he feels that way. Is it the temperature, the background noise, the distant music, the architecture? I like the Finnish architect Juhani Pallasmaa’s book The Eyes of the Skin too; he talks about how architecture was traditionally based around the human form and how we interacted with the space, and how we keep going back to that because of how it made us feel. Today, we have become so restrained…

I like a kitchen to feel like a living room – a space where you can hang out and feel comfortable – as well as being functional. Many of my clients have kids and busy lives, so they want relaxed, practical rooms; nothing too precious, but with high impact. The interior architecture is my starting point: how we can build in a range cooker in a chimney breast to become a focal point in the space, add arches or beams, or create specific openings around windows and doors. These are the things that lay the foundation and add soul to a space. I try to stay with the architectural style in the choice of cabinetry door so there is consistency. This way, it feels as though the kitchen was built…

Simple power STEVEN SALT, UK CEO, BOFFI DE PADOVA Created for Boffi by Japanese designer, Naoto Fukasawa, the Round Sabbia bath, £57,732, is carved from Bianco Carrara marble and has a softly curved base to offset its monolithic form. ‘This piece deeply expresses the way the designer uses his personal design philosophies: simplicity, archetypal forms, comfort and practicality,’ says Steven. Eye line NOA SANTOS, FOUNDER, NAINOA ARCHITECTURE & INTERIORS ‘The further the eye travels uninterrupted, the larger a space feels,’ advises interior designer Noa. ‘For this Manhattan apartment, we wanted to clear a visual path from the primary bedroom into the primary bath, using a glass partition.’ The stone vanity makes a strong central focal point beyond. Marble beauty DAVID JOHN DICK, CO-PRINCIPAL, DISC INTERIORS As part of the renovation…